Jim Beard

Jim Beard is a Mechanical Designer Drafter with extensive experience in CAD design and drafting across various industries. Currently employed at Aero Industries, Inc. since January 2021, Jim previously worked as a CAD Drafter and Estimator at Custom Cast Stone Inc., where responsibilities included creating AutoCAD layouts and performing estimating take-offs. Additional roles include Designer at THERMAL STRUCTURES INC., Fiber Engineering CAD Operator at JDH Contracting, and CAD Designer/Drafter during a temporary assignment at Schust Engineering, Inc., specializing in Air Pollution Control systems. From 2006 to 2018, Jim served as a Mechanical Designer/CAD at AAR Corp., focusing on aircraft interiors. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in General Studies from Ball State University and an Associate of Science in Design Technology from Ivy Tech Community College.