Michael Donlon C Eng I Mech E
About Michael Donlon C Eng I Mech E
Michael Donlon is a Senior Turbofan/Turboshaft Certification Engineer at Belcan, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in certification strategies, particularly with ETOPS, and has contributed to several high-profile projects in the aerospace industry.
Work at Belcan
Michael Donlon has been employed at Belcan as a Senior Turbofan/Turboshaft Certification Engineer since 2015. In this role, he has contributed significantly to the development of certification strategies, particularly focusing on Extended Twin Operations (ETOPS) certification with the FAA. His responsibilities include authoring various certification documents that support CS-E 1040. He has also authored the Structured Verification Management Plan for the Trent7000 project, which involved developing reporting standards and workflows.
Previous Experience in Aerospace Engineering
Before joining Belcan, Michael Donlon held several positions in the aerospace sector. He worked as a Consultant Landing Gear Engineer at Embraer from 2001 to 2003. Prior to that, he was a Landing Gear Systems Engineer at Airbus from 1997 to 2001. His experience also includes serving as a Senior Systems Engineer at Atkins from 2011 to 2015, where he further developed his expertise in engineering systems.
Background in Criminal Intelligence Analysis
Michael Donlon has a diverse professional background that includes a significant tenure as a Senior Criminal Intelligence Analyst at Northamptonshire Police from 2004 to 2011. This role involved analyzing criminal intelligence data and contributing to law enforcement strategies. His analytical skills were honed during this period, providing him with a unique perspective in his engineering career.
Achievements in Structured Verification
Michael Donlon is recognized for his expertise in Structured Verification (V&V). He has authored top-level structured verification strategies and companion reports for the Trent 1000-TEN and Trent7000 projects. His work has been assessed at the Certification Specialist level by Rolls-Royce, where he reviewed multiple certification strategies and reports. He has also produced and presented various 'How To' and knowledge guides to Rolls-Royce teams, enhancing operational knowledge within the organization.
Early Career Development
Michael Donlon began his career as an Aeronautical Technician Apprentice at BAE Systems from 1990 to 1994. This foundational experience provided him with essential skills in aeronautical engineering. He later worked as a Technical Sales Engineer at BEARWARD ENGINEERING LIMITED from 1994 to 1997, which contributed to his understanding of technical sales and customer relations in engineering contexts.