Aaron Qua
About Aaron Qua
Aaron Qua is a Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories with extensive experience in mechanical engineering roles across various organizations.
Current Title and Role
Aaron Qua currently serves as the Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories. He has been in this role since 2021. His work is based in Livermore, California, United States, where he leads engineering initiatives within the organization's mechanical systems division. Aaron's expertise in mechanical systems engineering is pivotal for supporting and advancing the lab's numerous projects.
Previous Roles at UTC Aerospace Systems
Aaron Qua held various positions at UTC Aerospace Systems, a tenure marked by multiple key roles. From 2017 to 2021, he was a Staff Mechanical Systems Engineer in Chula Vista, California. He also worked as a Stress Engineer for Aerostructures and Engine Build Up from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he participated in multiple segments of the Engineering Rotational Program, encompassing roles in fire detection and protection systems, engine and control systems, and generators and motors engineering between 2014 and 2015.
Educational Background
Aaron Qua possesses a strong academic foundation in mechanical engineering. He earned his Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a program he completed between 2014 and 2018. Prior to that, he achieved his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick, where he studied from 2007 to 2012.
Professional Experience and Projects
Aaron Qua has a broad range of professional experiences in the mechanical engineering field. He previously worked at General Motors as a Diesel/Ecotec Intern in 2011. At Sandia National Laboratories, he managed the Dismantlement and Inspection process, achieving significant cost savings of $392,000 through process improvements. He supported qualification testing by analyzing mechanical systems and liaising with various internal departments. Additionally, he holds an active DOE Q-Level security clearance and has collaborated with federal agencies such as the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and Department of Defense (DOD).
Achievements in Process Improvements
Throughout his career, Aaron Qua has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing operational efficiencies. He played a crucial role in managing the Dismantlement and Inspection process at Sandia National Laboratories, contributing to significant process improvements that resulted in cost savings of $392,000. His efforts included reconciling and tracking requirements to mitigate legacy quality issues and ensuring on-time and quality execution of tasks through effective liaison with internal departments.