Jason Johnson
About Jason Johnson
Jason Johnson is a Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in the aerospace sector, currently supporting the Sikorsky Aircraft Ground Test Team for the CH53K Heavy Lift program. He has a background in stress analysis and has worked at Belcan Engineering since 2007, serving as a key liaison between Belcan and Sikorsky teams.
Work at Belcan
Jason Johnson has been employed at Belcan Engineering since 2007, accumulating 17 years of experience in the field. In his role as a Mechanical Engineer, he serves as the primary liaison between Belcan and Sikorsky teams. His responsibilities include assigning ground test work and estimating completion dates and hours required for various projects. Johnson's expertise in mechanical engineering supports the Sikorsky Aircraft Ground Test Team for the CH53K Heavy Lift program, where he reviews part suppliers' test plans, procedures, and reports to ensure compliance with technical specifications.
Education and Expertise
Jason Johnson earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Kentucky, where he studied from 2003 to 2008. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in mechanical engineering principles, which he applies in his professional work. Johnson's expertise includes conducting stress analyses on structural elements, utilizing both stress analysis software and hand calculations to ensure the integrity of mechanical systems.
Background
Before his long tenure at Belcan, Jason Johnson worked as a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Lectrodryer, LLC for three months in 2006 in Richmond, Kentucky. During this internship, he gained practical experience in the field of mechanical engineering, which contributed to his professional development. His early exposure to engineering tasks laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in the industry.
Achievements in Stress Analysis
Throughout his career, Jason Johnson has conducted stress analyses on critical components of various programs. Notably, he performed stress analyses on the structural elements of the Main Rotor system for the X2 Demonstrator program. He also executed similar analyses for the Blade Fold system of the CH53K Heavy Lift program. These analyses are essential for ensuring the safety and performance of the aircraft systems he works on.