Gilbert Flores
About Gilbert Flores
Gilbert Flores is an Avionics Design Mechanical Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN with extensive experience in product design, manufacturing processes, and project management.
Title
Gilbert Flores is currently an Avionics Design Mechanical Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN.
Company
Gilbert Flores has been with BLUE ORIGIN in Kent, Washington since 2017. He previously worked at North Star Ice Equipment as Chief Engineer in the Greater Seattle Area from 2016 to 2017. From 2012 to 2015, he was an Engineering Manager and Senior Design Engineer at Macro Technologies, LLC in Kirkland, WA. He started his career at Raytheon Space and Airborne Systems, working there as a Senior Mechanical Engineer from 2003 to 2012 and a Mechanical Engineer (Test Engineering) from 1999 to 2003 in El Segundo, California.
Education and Expertise
Gilbert Flores studied Mechanical Engineering and obtained a Bachelor of Science from UC Santa Barbara between 1995 and 1999. He has in-depth knowledge of product design, manufacturing processes, and project management. His expertise includes developing cryogenic and electronic prototype test equipment, production hardware, and incorporating design for manufacturing principles in engineering fabrication. He is well-versed in various industry standards such as MIL, FED, ASME, ANSI, ISO, DIN, VME, and SAE.
Technical Skills
Gilbert Flores possesses advanced skills in CAD software like Pro/E, Solidworks, and Autodesk platforms, especially in large assembly management and drawings per ASME Y14.5. He utilizes lean manufacturing techniques such as 5S to optimize production processes and conducts Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for design and production. He is experienced in root cause analysis for identifying and resolving engineering issues.
Project Management
Gilbert Flores manages projects utilizing electronic planning tools such as CMMI and PROMAN. He is also familiar with various database management systems, including Pro/Intralink CAD Lead, Docushare, PDM, and Windchill.