The Hartford Section of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers honored six Pratt & Whitney employees as 2021 Distinguished Engineers of the Year, as part of National Engineers Week celebrations.
To promote excellence in the field of engineering, the ASME Hartford Section honored Patty Cosentino, Amie Fayer, David McDermott, Gary Roberge, Brent Staubach and Jordan Tresser for their exceptional performance.
“Whether they held company values close to their hearts, empowered their colleagues to get the job done, or demonstrated the power of innovation in the challenges they faced, these six engineers have shown their commitment to our company and to engineering excellence overall.” said Geoff Hunt, senior vice president of Engineering, Pratt & Whitney. “Each has dedicated their expertise to our success time and time again, helping Pratt & Whitney to define what it means to “Go Beyond” for our customers from the start of any project or initiative.”
Pratt & Whitney 2021 Distinguished Engineers of the Year are:
- Patty Cosentino, chief engineer, V2500 program, Commercial Engines Engineering, demonstrated outstanding leadership in managing and solving a significant quality issue. She led a team to analyze, identify and solve the problem and kept everyone from the customer to government regulators updated on our actions. Because of Patty’s leadership and technical knowledge, the issue was resolved, and a fleet management plan was put in place. Her actions ensured the safe continued operation of the V2500 engine.
- Amie Fayer, associate director and component integrated product team leader, Compression Systems Engineering, has extensive knowledge on the low pressure compressor on the Geared Turbofan engine. That’s why she was tapped to solve a complex issue with the compressor on the Airbus A220 fleet. Amie’s exceptional technical and leadership skills resulted in a successful fix that was validated by Airbus and kept the A220 fleet in service.
- David McDermott, senior technical fellow, Product Safety Product Safety, Certification and Validation, lives and breathes product safety. As Pratt & Whitney’s number one priority, product safety is deeply engrained in our company values and culture. David is a recognized industry leader in the safety risk and issue management field. In 2020, David brought his passion for safety and led an extensive campaign to introduce a safety management system for our large commercial and military engines. David’s efforts to create a cohesive ecosystem for product safety demonstrate his dedication to our brand of ‘Dependable Engines.’
- Gary Roberge, senior technical fellow, Military Propulsion Design Engine Design & System Integration, has a deep technical knowledge and expertise in military propulsion design. Because of Gary’s knowledge, efforts and leadership, Pratt & Whitney is well-positioned to compete in multiple Department of Defense programs, ensuring the product is relevant and meets our mission of enabling military customers to defend freedom.
- Brent Staubach, associate director Advanced Concepts & Technologies, is always looking at ‘what’s next’ and ‘what’s possible’ in jet engine design. Brent is currently looking at how we can advance engine propulsion to combat climate change. Brent is leading a team to holistically evaluate several sustainability options, including alternate fuels and alternate thermodynamic cycles. Brent is a passionate leader in our sustainability efforts and is truly innovating for the good of the planet.
- Jordan Tresser, component integrated product team leader, Operational Commercial Engines and Pratt & Whitney Power Systems Hot Section Engineering, is responsible for all turbine and combustor hardware for multiple commercial engine programs. When there was a hardware issue on the V2500 engine, Jordan assembled a team of experts and partnered with the chief engineer to determine the root cause and corrective actions needed. Jordan’s leadership and collaborative style ensured the fleet was safe, and that our customers knew they could depend on the engine to perform, safely.
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers is a not-for-profit organization that represents more than 100,000 engineers in more than 140 countries. The society serves the diverse technical community through outreach, and by promoting collaboration, knowledge sharing, career enrichment, and professional development.
