William Knight
About William Knight
William Knight is a Senior Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in various engineering roles across multiple companies. He has a strong background in product detail, manufacturability, and electro-optics systems, and has worked in the field since earning his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland.
Work at Amentum
William Knight has been employed at Amentum as a Senior Mechanical Engineer since 2014. His role involves overseeing engineering projects with a focus on product detail, manufacturability, reliability, processes, and cost reduction. He has accumulated 10 years of experience in this position, contributing to various engineering initiatives in Ijamsville, MD.
Previous Employment History
Prior to his current role, William Knight held several positions in the engineering field. He worked at Multispectral Solutions, Inc. as a Mechanical / Design Engineer from 2004 to 2006, and at Digital Signal Corporation as a Sr. Mechanical Engineer from 2011 to 2013. He also had a brief tenure at Xerox as a Sr. Mechanical Engineer (contractor) in 2013. His experience includes roles at General Dynamics Robotic Systems, Potomac Photonics, Ciena, OCEUS Networks, Thales Communications, and Meso Scale Discovery.
Education and Expertise
William Knight earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland, where he studied from 1984 to 1989. He possesses expertise in electro-optics systems, which are applicable in commercial, military, bio-tech/medical, and transportation sectors. His skills also extend to electronics packaging and electro-mechanical design.
Engineering Focus and Skills
William Knight focuses on product detail, manufacturability, reliability, processes, and cost reduction in his engineering projects. He has a strong background in the design and machining/fabrication of metals and plastics. He advocates for a straightforward and cost-effective approach to solving complex engineering issues, reflecting his practical mindset in the field.
Personal Interests
In his spare time, William Knight enjoys relaxing with good food and wine alongside family and friends. This interest reflects his appreciation for quality experiences outside of his professional commitments.