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Evaluate part selection and application, design criteria, and assembly and fabrication process implementation.
Identify and perform tests and analyses for qualification
Recommend part failure analysis approaches and evaluate results for effects on system performance and reliability.
Coordinate with government agencies, industry, and other partners to establish and improve industry practices.
Identify technology trends and maintain knowledge of design and manufacturing techniques.

Facilitate affordable technology transition from science and technology to acquisition.
Increase affordability and availability through manufacturing technology improvements.
Reduce life cycle costs through implementation of the latest manufacturing technology processes.
Science and technology manufacturing readiness assessments.

Proactive management to reduce integration and manufacturing risk, ensure operational availability and supportability, reduce the logistics footprint, and enhance life cycle affordability.
Remove problematic parts prior to production.
Established procedures to handle inevitable problems of support phase.
Obsolescence remediation planning and budgets.
Plan for tech refresh and upgrades.
Maximize potential to implement timely solutions.

Advanced manufacturing and electronics expertise