Meet the team: Get to know Lon Waggoner
We’re excited to welcome Lon Waggoner to the team as an NX Application Engineer! With over 30 years of experience in CAD and PLM, his specialties include NX Administration, Teamcenter Administration, Upgrades, Implementations, and NX Training. Lon has worked across various industries, including aerospace and defense.
Q: What made you want to join the Applied team?
A: I wanted to be part of a highly knowledgeable technical team!
Q: What are your areas of expertise?
A: NX, Teamcenter, Configuration Management
Q: What’s your background or education?
A: B.S. Civil Engineering
Q: How did you get started in your field?
A: I started at an aerospace company learning CAD (NX) just after college.
Q: Where are you based?
A: Chandler, AZ (Phoenix area)
Q: What’s your favorite way to start the day?
A: I feed the cats and the dog. Then I pour a large cup of coffee.
Q: What’s a favorite quote or motto you live by?
A: “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” – Winston Churchill
Q: What’s something new you’ve learned recently—work-related or not?
A: I sing in a garage band. Mostly just acoustic 90s songs. Next step is guitar!
Q: What’s a professional achievement you’re proud of?
A: I have a diversified technical skill set across multiple industries.