Dan Baifus
About Dan Baifus
Dan Baifus is an R&D Project Lead at OSSIO, Ltd., specializing in the development of medical devices, particularly compression screw implants. He has a background in aerospace engineering and has held various engineering roles, including internships at Callaway Golf and King Nutronics Corp.
Work at OSSIO
Dan Baifus has been serving as the R&D Project Lead at OSSIO, Ltd. since 2018. In this role, he focuses on the design and development of medical devices, particularly compression screw implants. His responsibilities include overseeing projects from the conceptual design phase through to marketization. Baifus's work at OSSIO emphasizes innovation in bio-integrative materials, contributing to advancements in the medical device industry.
Previous Experience in R&D
Prior to his current position, Dan Baifus gained valuable experience in research and development through various internships. He worked as a Golf Ball Aerodynamics R&D Intern at Callaway Golf for three months in 2015, where he contributed to aerodynamics research. Additionally, he served as an Engineering Intern at King Nutronics Corp from 2012 to 2016, where he developed engineering skills over four years. His background includes hands-on experience in product design and testing.
Education and Expertise
Dan Baifus holds a Master’s Degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, which he completed from 2016 to 2018. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, studying there from 2011 to 2016. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in developing medical devices, particularly in the area of compression screw implants.
Background in Camp Counseling
In addition to his engineering experience, Dan Baifus worked as a Camp Counselor/Advisor at American Jewish University from 2011 to 2013. This role involved mentoring and guiding campers, contributing to his leadership skills and ability to work with diverse groups. His experience in this capacity complements his technical background by enhancing his interpersonal and communication skills.
Achievements in Medical Device Development
Dan Baifus has led significant projects in the medical device sector, notably the design and development of FDA-cleared compression screw implants. He joined the Compression Screw project during its early conceptual stages and played a pivotal role in guiding it through to marketization. His work focuses on utilizing unique bio-integrative composite materials, which are essential for the functionality and effectiveness of the implants.