Chris Medina
About Chris Medina
Chris Medina is a Group Leader at Belcan in Phoenix, Arizona, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in design and engineering, having held various roles at Belcan since 2006 and previously at companies such as General Dynamics and Honeywell.
Work at Belcan
Chris Medina has held multiple roles at Belcan since 2006. He currently serves as Group Leader, a position he has held since 2020. Prior to this role, he was Design Manager for 10 years, starting in 2014, and Design Lead for 18 years. His responsibilities include managing a team of co-ops and recent graduates, providing them with practical experience in aerospace projects. Medina also leads Belcan's Academics to Industry program (A2I), which aims to connect academic knowledge with real-world aerospace applications.
Education and Expertise
Chris Medina has a background in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, which he studied at GateWay Community College from 1994 to 1996. He also completed General Studies at Phoenix College from 1992 to 1994. His foundational education began at South Mountain High School, where he graduated in 1992. This educational background supports his extensive experience in mechanical design and engineering roles throughout his career.
Background
Before joining Belcan, Chris Medina worked in various engineering roles. He was a Mechanical Designer at General Dynamics C4 Systems from 2004 to 2006. Prior to that, he held positions at Honeywell as a Senior Detailer/Team Lead from 2001 to 2004 and as a Manufacturing Engineer at CDI Corporation from 1991 to 1998. His career has spanned multiple companies and roles, providing him with a diverse skill set in the aerospace and manufacturing sectors.
Achievements
Chris Medina has played a significant role in bridging the gap between academic learning and industry application through the Academics to Industry program (A2I) at Belcan. This initiative focuses on integrating academic knowledge with practical aerospace industry experience, benefiting both students and the organization. His leadership in managing teams of co-ops and recent graduates has contributed to the development of future professionals in the aerospace field.