Jeffrey Wells
About Jeffrey Wells
Jeffrey Wells is a Senior Production Manager specializing in Electrical Subsystems, with extensive experience in hardware testing and production engineering across various companies. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from California State University-Long Beach and has worked at notable organizations such as X, Makani Power, and Pyka.
Current Role at Pyka
Jeffrey Wells serves as the Senior Production Manager for Electrical Subsystems at Pyka. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's focus on innovative production processes. His role involves overseeing the development and implementation of electrical subsystems, ensuring that production meets both quality and efficiency standards.
Previous Experience in Hardware Testing
Wells has extensive experience in hardware testing, having worked at X, the moonshot factory as a Senior Hardware Testing Engineer from 2013 to 2019. He also served as a Hardware Testing Engineer at Makani Power for four months in 2013, and later returned to Makani as a Senior Hardware Testing Engineer from 2019 to 2021. His roles emphasized the importance of robust testing protocols in the development of hardware.
Education and Expertise in Electrical Engineering
Jeffrey Wells earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from California State University, Long Beach, completing his studies from 2008 to 2012. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in engineering and production management, particularly in the areas of hardware systems and manufacturing processes.
Career Development and Roles
Wells has held various engineering and management positions throughout his career. He worked as a Production Engineering Manager at Saildrone Inc from 2021 to 2022, and as a Manufacturing Engineer at Xwing from 2022 to 2023. His career began with roles such as an Electronics Engineer Intern at the City of Riverside and a Resident Technician at California State University, Long Beach.
Focus on Innovation and Documentation
Wells is passionate about driving innovation from research and development to production. He emphasizes the importance of robust documentation processes in hardware production, which is critical for maintaining quality and efficiency. His focus on building efficient hardware testing and manufacturing systems reflects his commitment to advancing engineering practices.