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Aaron McCandless

Aaron McCandless is passionate about creating innovative solutions to challenging problems and has a proven track record of leading AM-related projects.

About Aaron McCandless
Program Manager

Aaron McCandless is the Program Manager at ASTM International. His previous skills include the development and implementation of thermal-mechanical simulations, in-situ process monitoring, and prototyping with various AM processes. Aaron received his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Pennsylvania State University (Penn State), and has a Master’s degree in AM and Design from Penn State. Prior to joining ASTM, he served as an AM R&D Engineer, and an Interdisciplinary Engineer at Penn State’s Applied Research Lab, and NAVAIR, respectively. In these roles, he combined technical expertise with project management skills to drive innovative solutions to complex challenges.

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ASTM unites with the Wohlers brand to build on its market influence and access to top AM industry decision-makers worldwide.

  • Establish standards, certification, and qualification for repeatable, consistent parts and processes
  • Prevent gaps and duplication of work in a dynamic, fast-paced technology space
  • Identify challenges that can be solved with technological improvement

Research and Development

Under the leadership of the R&D team, the AM CoE partners plan and conduct coordinated R&D projects, prioritized annually and targeted to expedite...

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Education and Workforce Development

Provide a comprehensive program that educates and trains the additive manufacturing workforce at all levels, while continually incorporating new advances...

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