Jim Mckinney
About Jim Mckinney
Jim McKinney serves as the Lead Designer and Checker at Belcan, where he has worked since 1996. He has extensive experience in jet engine design, quality control, and systems design.
Work at Belcan
Jim Mckinney has served as the Lead Designer and Checker at Belcan since 1996. Over his 28-year tenure in Cincinnati, Ohio, he has played a crucial role in managing teams responsible for the design of jet engine externals and interface control drawings. His responsibilities include ensuring quality control of ICDS drawings, which are essential for maintaining design integrity. Mckinney's expertise also extends to managing groups focused on mass properties and systems design, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of engineering projects.
Previous Experience at GE Aviation
Before joining Belcan, Jim Mckinney worked at GE Aviation as a Designer from 1984 to 1996. During this 12-year period in Cincinnati, Ohio, he gained significant experience in the aerospace industry. His role involved various design responsibilities that contributed to the development of aviation technologies and systems.
Early Career at American Signs
Jim Mckinney began his career at American Signs, where he worked as a Designer from 1979 to 1983 in Los Angeles, California. This four-year experience provided him with foundational skills in design and project management, setting the stage for his future roles in the aerospace sector.
Education and Expertise
Jim Mckinney studied at Diamond Oaks Vocational School from 1973 to 1975, completing a two-year program. His education laid the groundwork for his extensive career in design and engineering, particularly in the aerospace industry. Mckinney specializes in quality control of ICDS drawings and has significant experience in designing test rigs, routing fuel tubes, and support brackets.