John Zickgraf
About John Zickgraf
John Zickgraf is a Principal Engineer with extensive experience in thermodynamic analysis and cross-language programming. He has worked at Honeywell and currently serves at Belcan, focusing on vapor cycle systems and aerospace environmental control systems.
Work at Belcan
John Zickgraf has been employed at Belcan as a Principal Engineer since 2019. In this role, he focuses on software development and engineering projects, utilizing tools such as Jenkins, SVN, and JIRA for continuous integration and project management. His expertise in thermodynamic modeling and simulation contributes to the development of efficient vapor cycle systems, which are critical in various engineering applications.
Previous Experience at Honeywell
Prior to his current position, John Zickgraf worked at Honeywell for a total of 14 years. He served as a Senior Engineer from 2005 to 2016 and later as a Principal Engineer in Honeywell Aerospace from 2016 to 2019. During his tenure, he developed tools for thermodynamic modeling and simulation, enhancing the performance of vapor cycle systems and contributing to advancements in aerospace environmental control systems.
Education and Expertise
John Zickgraf holds two Bachelor of Science degrees from the University of California, Davis, one in Geography and another in Mechanical Engineering. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both environmental sciences and engineering principles. He specializes in cross-language programming and has extensive experience in thermodynamic analysis, particularly in modeling condensation and evaporation processes within vapor cycle heat exchangers.
Technical Skills and Tools
John Zickgraf possesses a range of technical skills relevant to software development and engineering. He utilizes Jenkins for continuous integration, SVN for version control, and JIRA for project management. His ability to integrate multiple programming languages allows him to tackle complex system development challenges effectively. His focus on thermodynamic modeling supports his work in enhancing vapor cycle systems.