JAMES HUBBARD

CHIEF TECHNICAL OFFICER + OWNER

Expertise and Experience
James Hubbard has extensive experience in workforce development and advanced manufacturing, having designed and managed adult training programs with budgets exceeding $100 million. He has led teams of over 30 people in technical operations, curriculum development, and training implementation. His work includes the design and management of 13 advanced manufacturing training labs across multiple facilities.

Hubbard is skilled in CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and 3D modeling, with advanced proficiency in Fusion360, SolidWorks, Siemens NX, and Creo. He has also managed workforce development programs with budgets totaling ~$14 million in capital expenditures and ~$2 million in operational budgets.

Skills:

  • Curriculum development and LMS management

  • CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and 3D modeling

  • Project management and strategic planning

  • Budgeting and technical communication

Education:

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech

  • A.A.S. in Integrated Machining Technology, Gene Haas Center

Certifications:

  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

  • NIMS Certifications (Lv1 Mill, Lv1 Lathe, MMS, Lv2 Lathe)

  • MCOSMOS C1 & C2

  • Sandvik Coromant Metal Cutting Technology

Personal Touch
James enjoys outdoor activities and traveling.