Guy Lariviere
About Guy Lariviere
Guy Lariviere is a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with extensive experience in aerospace engineering, currently working at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions. He has held various engineering roles at notable companies, including Northrop Grumman and Goodrich Aerostructures, and holds a BSME from the University of Washington.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Guy Lariviere has been employed at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer since 2021. His role involves applying his extensive knowledge in mechanical design to support various defense and security projects. The company is known for its innovative solutions in the defense sector, and Lariviere's contributions focus on enhancing the mechanical aspects of the systems developed.
Previous Experience at Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems
Prior to his current position, Lariviere worked at Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems from 2006 to 2015. He served as a Senior Composites Engineer for four years and then as a Senior Composite Design Engineer for two years on the James Webb Space Telescope project. His work in Redondo Beach, California, involved advanced composite materials and engineering practices critical to aerospace applications.
Education and Expertise
Lariviere earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from the University of Washington, where he studied from 1979 to 1983. He has developed expertise in various engineering tools and methodologies, including FiberSIM for engineering and manufacturing, as well as proficiency in Catia V5, V6, and 3DX for advanced surfacing and solid modeling. His educational background and technical skills support his work in mechanical design and engineering.
Background in Aerospace Engineering
Guy Lariviere has a diverse background in aerospace engineering, having held various positions across multiple companies. His experience includes roles at SAAB Aerospace as a Senior Mechanisms Engineer and at Goodrich Aerostructures as a Senior Composites Engineer and Senior Design Engineer. He has worked on aircraft structural design, focusing on both primary and secondary structures, and has significant experience in mechanism design for spacecraft and aircraft.
Patents and Innovations
Lariviere holds two patents related to seat design. One patent is for an adjustable profile seat back, while the other is designed to reduce whiplash. These patents reflect his innovative approach to engineering and his contributions to improving safety and comfort in seating design.