Frank Leong
About Frank Leong
Frank Leong is a Sr. Cockpit Control Engineer at Supernal, with extensive experience in project engineering across various companies in the aerospace sector. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering from Cal Poly and specializes in supplier technical management and DO-160 qualification testing.
Work at Supernal
Frank Leong currently serves as a Senior Cockpit Control Engineer at Supernal, a position he has held since 2022. His role involves overseeing cockpit control systems and ensuring they meet technical specifications. Located in Irvine, California, he contributes to the development of advanced aerospace technologies. Leong's responsibilities include coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives, demonstrating his leadership and collaboration skills within the organization.
Previous Experience in Aerospace Engineering
Before joining Supernal, Frank Leong held several engineering positions in the aerospace sector. He worked at Safran as a Project Engineer II for 11 months in Huntington Beach, California, from 2018 to 2019. Following that, he spent three years at Airworthy, Inc. as a Project Engineer in Anaheim, California, from 2019 to 2022. Additionally, he served as a Project Engineer at Parker Aerospace for nine years in Irvine, California, from 2009 to 2018. His extensive experience in these roles has equipped him with a strong foundation in aerospace engineering.
Education and Expertise
Frank Leong earned his Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician from the College of Engineering at Cal Poly. His educational background provides him with a solid understanding of engineering principles. Leong has expertise in DO-160 qualification testing, essential for ensuring aviation products meet stringent environmental standards. He also utilizes DOORS requirements management for complex system requirements and applies Six Sigma principles to enhance product designs and improve quality and efficiency.
Background in Technical Management
Leong has a strong background in supplier technical management, focusing on ensuring that suppliers meet technical specifications and quality standards. His experience includes working as an Application Engineer at BEI Kimco from 1993 to 2001 in Southern California, where he developed skills in managing supplier relationships and technical requirements. This background has been instrumental in his subsequent roles in project engineering and cockpit control engineering.