R&D

Planning and Executing Internal Research and Development (IRAD) Programs

•  Identifying emerging technologies, methodologies, and industry trends to drive innovation in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and inspection solutions.

•  Defining research objectives, scope, and milestones aligned with company strategy and industry needs.

•  Leading cross-functional teams in the execution of IRAD projects, including engineers, scientists, and technicians.

•  Developing experimental setups, prototype testing, and validation studies for new inspection techniques.

•  Conducting feasibility studies and risk assessments to determine the potential impact of new technologies.

•  Establishing partnerships with universities, research institutions, and industry consortia to leverage external expertise and funding opportunities.

•  Transitioning successful research outcomes into commercial applications, production workflows, and customer solutions.

Preparation and Delivery of Technical Presentations, Reports, and Articles

•  Creating and delivering high-quality technical presentations to customers, industry conferences, and internal stakeholders.

•  Preparing detailed engineering reports, white papers, and case studies to document findings and best practices.

•  Developing training materials and webinars to educate personnel on new inspection techniques and technologies.

•  Presenting research findings and project results to executive leadership, regulatory bodies, and potential clients.

•  Collaborating with marketing and business development teams to translate technical content into customer-focused messaging.

•  Participating in panel discussions, keynote speeches, and technical symposiums to represent company expertise.

Establish Requirements and Participate in Down-Select Decisions for NDT Equipment and Systems

•  Defining functional, performance, and regulatory requirements for selecting NDT equipment and software solutions.

•  Conducting market research and vendor assessments to evaluate the latest advancements in NDT instrumentation.

•  Developing and executing validation tests and acceptance criteria for new equipment purchases.

•  Engaging with manufacturers, suppliers, and technology providers to negotiate technical specifications, customization, and pricing.

•  Ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., ASME, API, ASTM, ISO, MIL-STD) when evaluating equipment.

• Recommendations for integration, automation, and software compatibility in production environments. Learn more....