This course gives you the real-world knowledge and confidence to speak the language of design and production—so you can contribute, collaborate, and lead with clarity.

Meet Your Instructor

With over two decades of experience, I bring a unique combination of hands-on CNC manufacturing expertise and advanced mechanical design insight. My journey began at Greater Lawrence Technical School in Andover, MA, where I completed a vocational training program in drafting and machining. I later pursued professional development in Lean Manufacturing and continued my education through MIT’s short programs in Advanced Precision Product Design and Additive Manufacturing. I’m a Certified SolidWorks Professional and proficient in leading industry software including Solid Edge, Mastercam, PowerMill, and CAMWorks.

Real-World Engineering Expertise

Throughout my career, I’ve worked in environments ranging from small, high-paced machine shops to elite research institutions. As a CNC Manufacturing Engineer and cell leader at Arwood Machine Corporation, I managed four 5-axis DMG Mori machines, developing full machining workflows, programming complex geometries, and designing precision fixtures for critical components.

I’ve had the opportunity to personally machine complex, high-tolerance parts for top-tier aerospace and defense companies such as Raytheon, Rolls-Royce, Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, and Parker Aviation. My experience also spans cutting-edge fields like fusion energy, nuclear systems, medical devices, and advanced defense technologies.

At MIT, I’ve contributed to major research initiatives at the Brain and Cognitive Sciences Department and collaborated with Harvard Medical School on innovative medical research tools. I also worked at MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center (PSFC), where I played a key role in the SPARC TFMC project—a $100 million initiative driving breakthroughs in fusion energy with Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS).

As one of the two lead mechanical designers on the TFMC team, I helped deliver critical components under extreme pressure and pandemic constraints. My combined expertise in design and manufacturing enabled me to contribute to breakthrough concepts, earning me recognition as a co-inventor on multiple MIT/CFS fusion energy design patents—all without holding a traditional bachelor’s degree.

Bridging the Gap Between Design and Manufacturing

My background in CNC machining gives me a critical edge as a mechanical designer. I don’t just design parts—I understand how to manufacture them efficiently. This allows me to create production-ready designs that reduce iteration time, optimize workflows, and align with both engineering intent and manufacturing realities.

If you're looking to understand the full design-to-manufacturing pipeline—from initial concept to finished product—you’re in the right place. I’ve lived this process from the shop floor to the design lab, and this course is my way of sharing that real-world knowledge with you.