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With a foundation in industrial engineering and engineering management, Teresa has developed a comprehensive skill set now being applied as an Industrial Engineer & SC Specialist at NJMEP. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in industrial engineering, followed by a dual Master of Science in engineering management, offering her a deep understanding of the manufacturing sector. Her practical experience is varied, involving industrial automation processes and enhancing data analysis skills with tools such as Python and R Studio. Additionally, her brief involvement in sales, particularly with datacenter solutions, has broadened her perspective on the commercial aspects of technology.

Currently, at NJMEP, Teresa is focused on contributing to New Jersey’s Offshore Wind initiative and improving the Connex Marketplace platform to bolster local businesses and facilitate the discovery of new opportunities for them. Teresa’s work in data analysis plays a supportive role in decision-making processes, reflecting her dedication to leveraging her skills for the benefit of advancements in New Jersey’s manufacturing sector.

Experience

• Industrial Engineering researcher at UPS
• Research Assistant in Mechanical Engineering at NJIT
• Sales Intern at DataBank

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Management Engineering, Polytechnic University of Bari
• Master of Science in Management Engineering, New Jersey Institute of Technology
• Master of Science in Management Engineering, Polytechnic University of Bari

Robert Mazzuca is a Sr. Engineering Manager with the New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP). Responsible for developing Offshore Wind Policy for NJMEP. Support the OEM’s, Primes and sub tier vendors. Execute the supply chain mapping of in-state manufacturers and develop expansion of OSW workforce development and the required training & education.

Support the Defense Industrial Base and develop new Policy with in-state manufacturers. New Jersey is home to more than 9,500 Manufacturers. Lead the Strategic Supply Chain modernization efforts. Identify vulnerabilities and create resiliency within the Supply Chain. New Jersey is a supply chain state, many of our suppliers are critical for America’s economic and national security.

Work with the New Jersey manufacturing base to develop new means and methods through our partnership with The Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Institute (AMMI) at Rowan University. AMMI offers a wide range of new material development, testing, prototyping, 3D printing, cold spray and special fabrication services for manufacturers.

Prior to joining NJMEP, Robert served as Chairman of Economic Development with a Science & Technology Congressional Research Compact created by The Presidents’ Science Advisor/ Director of the White House Office of S&T Policy (OSTP). The organization is a bipartisan collaboration among U.S. Congressional Members (7 Senators & 39 Congressmen).

Robert Mazzuca is an aerospace engineer who has made significant contributions to the field, particularly through his work with RCA Corporation, GE Aerospace, Martin Marietta Missiles & Defense and Lockheed Martin Missiles & Space. During that time, he specialized in High Reliability Manufacturing, Spacecraft Systems Integration, Weapons Systems, Engineering & Development, Special Project Management and Process Improvement (using Six-Sigma Methodologies).

Education

• Drexel University – Electrical & Electronics Engineering
• Camden County Technical School – Industrial Electronics
• RCA Astro Space – ISO 9001 Certification
• GE Aerospace Institute – NAS1 Advanced Manufacturing
• GE Aerospace Institute – MIL STD 2000, 2000A Category D & E
• National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – NASA Credential NHB5400.3

Board Appointments

• Camden County Historical Society – Board of Trustees
• AR Research Institute – Board Chair