Lewis Hong
Founder of FP Solutions
Lewis Hong
Founder of FP Solutions
Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
Overview
Work Experience
Co-Founder
2022 - Current
First check investor empowering the next wave of Hard Tech
Director of Manufacturing and Operations
2019 - 2022
Managed all plant operations and manufacturing teams responsible for EV battery module and pack operations
Sr. Operation Leader, Launch Vehicle
2015 - 2019
Managed various departments building launch vehicles. Successfully introduced next-generation components and completed aggressive production ramp. Hire, coach, develop and lead team members on both production and R&D projects.
Lead Engineer - Falcon 9
2014 - 2015
Developed and completed full automation pressure vessel assembly factory and high-pressure test cell. The new production operation reduced headcount requirements by 82% and tripled the production rate. Managed and developed various component supplier capabilities in parallel
Engineer - Spacecraft Interior
2012 - 2014
Managed new product introduction, manufacturing, and on-time delivery of spacecraft interior sub-assemblies to integration.
Co-Founder
2009 - 2012
Established a fast-casual food retail brand from the ground up and exited
Principal
2008 - 2011
Supported multinational brands in strategic branding, global expansion, and sourcing initiatives
Manufacturing Technical Supervisor
2003 - 2007
Successfully led new production introduction from Japan and increased full automation manufacturing capacity by 150%. Led a team of engineers, technicians and operators to received 15 Continuous Improvement Achievement Award given by company president and achieved All Time Top 10 Kaizen Achievers status in record time