David Paine

David Paine has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. David most recently worked at Plug Power as a Senior Project Engineer, Test Equipment starting in March 2021. Prior to that, they spent nearly eight years at General Motors as a Fuel Cell Test Engineer from August 2013 to March 2021.

Before their time at General Motors, David worked at Trison Business Solutions, Inc. as a System Engineer for over a decade, starting in September 2002 and ending in August 2013. David also worked at Cornell University - NYSAES as a Research Support Specialist from March 2002 to September 2002 and as a Research Technician from March 1991 to March 2002.

David's career started in the aviation industry, where they worked at Penn Yan Aero as an Engine Overhaul Mechanic from March 1988 to March 1991. Prior to that, they were a Mechanic at Aircraft Maintenance, Inc. in 1986-1987.

David'swork experience also includes serving in the United States Air Force from July 1977 to July 1981, where they held the rank of E5 and was responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair, and servicing of fighter aircraft at various duty stations.

Overall, David Paine's work experience demonstrates their multi-disciplinary expertise in project engineering, test equipment, fuel cell testing, system engineering, research support, engine overhaul, and aviation mechanics.

David Paine attended Houghton University from 1981 to 1985, where they pursued a degree in Physics. Throughout their education history, no specific field of study was mentioned. Besides their formal education, David has obtained an Airframe & Powerplant License from the FAA, although the details regarding the month and year of obtaining this certification were not provided.