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# El Paso Makes

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- [News](https://www.elpasomakes.org/news/)
- [NCDMM, El Paso Makes Team Up on Paso del Norte Engine Initiative](https://www.elpasomakes.org/ncdmm-and-el-paso-makes-team-up-with-utep-regional-stakeholders-on-paso-del-norte-engine-initiative/) - The National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM) is proud to be part of the winning coalition led by the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) Aerospace Center and W.M. Keck Center for 3D Innovation to receive one of 10 inaugural U.S. National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engine (NSF Engines) awards. According to information released by UTEP, the funds will support the
- [How Small Texas Manufacturers are Gaining Access to Elite Defense Engineering Tools at a Critical Time](https://www.elpasomakes.org/how-small-texas-manufacturers-are-gaining-access-to-elite-defense-engineering-tools-at-a-critical-time/) - Published by All3DP On the western edge of Texas, El Paso Makes is redefining how regional manufacturing supports national security. As the Department of War (DoW) advances digital engineering (DE), additive manufacturing (AM), and secure cloud systems, with computer-aided design (CAD) at the helm, it’s evident that America’s readiness depends on a stronger, more resilient Defense Industrial
- [El Paso Makes Secures Federal Community Project Funding to Advance Digital Manufacturing for Defense Applications](https://www.elpasomakes.org/el-paso-makes-secures-federal-community-project-funding-to-advance-digital-manufacturing-for-defense-applications/) - EL PASO, TX – El Paso Makes has been awarded a $1,031,000 federal Community Project grant, one of just 12 selected from more than 60 applicants, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (16th District, Texas) announced March 12. The Fiscal Year 2026 funding will support a manufacturing research initiative aimed at helping El Paso’s small and medium-sized manufacturers
- [Lark Industries: Rapid Ascent in DoD and Aerospace Manufacturing](https://www.elpasomakes.org/lark-industries-rapid-ascent-in-dod-and-aerospace-manufacturing/) - From El Paso to the Frontlines of Defense—Supporting DoD Missions and Made in America Goals Lark Industries, based in El Paso, TX, is a rising force in the aerospace, defense, and medical device manufacturing sectors. In under a year, the company has transformed from a regional manufacturer into a competitive supplier to the U.S. government
- [Dr. Quintana Joins El Paso Makes as Digital Technologies Director](https://www.elpasomakes.org/dr-quintana-joins-el-paso-makes-as-digital-technologies-director/) - EL PASO, TX – The National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM) is proud to welcome Joel Quintana, Ph.D., as the Digital Technologies Director at El Paso Makes. A subsidiary of NCDMM, El Paso Makes was established in 2023 and services El Paso and West Texas manufacturers with access to quality suppliers, industry resources,
- [El Paso Makes Receives $1.1M for Manufacturing Research Project](https://www.elpasomakes.org/el-paso-makes-receives-1-1m-for-manufacturing-research-project/) - EL PASO, TEXAS – Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (16th District, Texas), announced on July 1 that her office secured $15.6M for Fiscal Year 2025 to be distributed regionally among 15 community projects, including El Paso Makes, a subsidiary of the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM). El Paso Makes has been awarded over $1.1
- [Dr. David Espalin Named New Director at El Paso Makes](https://www.elpasomakes.org/dr-david-espalin-named-new-director-at-el-paso-makes/) - Dr. Espalin brings expertise in AM research and development, automation solutions EL PASO, TEXAS – The National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM) and El Paso Makes are proud to welcome David Espalin, Ph.D., as the Director of El Paso Makes. He officially joined the team on September 4. A subsidiary of NCDMM, El

## Pages

- [El Paso Makes Home](https://www.elpasomakes.org/)
- [Careers](https://www.elpasomakes.org/careers/)
- [Cookie Policy](https://www.elpasomakes.org/cookie-policy/)
- [Supplier Portal](https://www.elpasomakes.org/supplier-portal/)
- [Infrastructure](https://www.elpasomakes.org/infrastructure/)
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- [Our Team](https://www.elpasomakes.org/executiveleadership/)
- [The Platform](https://www.elpasomakes.org/the-platform/)
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- [Why El Paso & West Texas](https://www.elpasomakes.org/why-el-paso-west-texas/)
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## Careers

- [Office Coordinator](https://www.elpasomakes.org/career/office-coordinator/) - Position Type: Full-Time Location: El Paso, TX Position Summary This position is responsible for providing organizational office services by developing and implementing administrative systems, procedures, and policies to maximize efficiency for the staff at the El Paso, TX, location. The team culture is innovative, creative, and fast-paced. Members of the team must be adaptive to

## Team Members

- [Ismael Gonzalez](https://www.elpasomakes.org/team/ismael-gonzalez/) - Ismael joined NCDMM in 2025 as an Office Coordinator at the El Paso Makes office. He supports the organization’s mission by managing daily operations and facilitating effective communication across teams to advance regional manufacturing and defense initiatives. Ismael brings several years of experience in education, leadership, and creative direction. Before his current role, he worked
- [Gene Berkebile](https://www.elpasomakes.org/team/gene-berkebile/) - Gene joined the El Paso Makes leadership team as the Treasurer in 2023 and is currently the President and Chief Executive Officer at the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM). Gene joined NCDMM in 2007 as a Finance Administrator, advancing to become the Manager and then Director of Finance. Leveraging his 20+ years
- [Jason McCleary](https://www.elpasomakes.org/team/jason-mccleary/) - Jason joined NCDMM in 2026 as a Project Engineer for El Paso Makes. He manages projects and provides engineering design and technical analysis, along with process coordination and implementation development. He brings nearly 20 years of experience to the team. Throughout his career, Jason has led and trained teams while developing solutions in mechanical and
- [Dean Bartles, Ph.D., FSME, FASME](https://www.elpasomakes.org/team/dean-bartles-ph-d-fsme-fasme/) - Dean joined the El Paso Makes leadership team as Secretary in 2023 and assumed the role of Vice President in 2025. He was named the President and CEO of the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM) in 2019 after serving as a board member since 2010. In 2020, he formed NCDMM's parent organization,
- [Joel Quintana, Ph.D.](https://www.elpasomakes.org/team/joel-quintana-ph-d/) - Joel joined NCDMM in 2024 as the Director of Digital Technologies at El Paso Makes. He aligns the organization’s digital technology strategy with business objectives and designs and delivers innovative digital solutions such as applications, system architectures, and integrations. Additionally, he oversees the operational planning and execution of complex technical programs and projects, leveraging his
- [David Espalin, Ph.D.](https://www.elpasomakes.org/team/david-espalin/) - David Espalin, Ph.D., joined NCDMM in September 2024 as Director of El Paso Makes – a subsidiary of NCDMM servicing El Paso and West Texas manufacturers with access to quality suppliers, industry resources, and research needed to ensure the demands of aerospace and defense markets are met. Before joining NCDMM, he spent 16 years researching
- [Antonio Robali, Ph.D.](https://www.elpasomakes.org/team/antonio-robali/) - Antonio joined NCDMM in 2025 as a Project Engineer. He manages projects to ensure organizational alignment across project planning, design, coordination, and execution. Antonio is an experienced project leader with acute knowledge in mechanical engineering. Before joining NCDMM, he was a Research Engineer in the Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Texas
- [Jose Luis Coronel, Jr.](https://www.elpasomakes.org/team/jose-luis-coronel-jr/) - Jose joined NCDMM in 2025 as a Project Engineer and is responsible for managing projects and providing engineering design and technical analysis, along with process coordination, and implementation strategies. Jose brings nearly a decade of mechanical engineering, program leadership, and educational expertise. Before his role at NCDMM, he served as the DRIVE AM Program Manager
- [Misael Navarrete](https://www.elpasomakes.org/team/misael-navarrete/) - Misael joined NCDMM as a Project Engineer in 2025 and is responsible for furthering initiatives through strategic project planning and execution, developing customer relationships, and procuring business opportunities. Misael brings over a decade of experience in electrical engineering, research, leadership, and business administration. Before his role at NCDMM, he served as the Research Manager at
- [Mireya Flores](https://www.elpasomakes.org/team/mireya-flores/) - Mireya joined NCDMM in 2024 as a Senior Project Engineer and is responsible for identifying business opportunities, developing existing customer relationships, and generating and managing project plans. With over 14 years of experience in her field, Mireya served as Assistant Director and Center Manager at The University of Texas at El Paso, W.M. Keck Center
- [Randy Gilmore](https://www.elpasomakes.org/team/randy-gilmore/) - Randy joined the El Paso Makes leadership team as President in 2023 and also holds the position of Vice President and Chief Development Officer at the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM) where he is responsible for providing long-range market research and planning for the corporation. Randy joined NCDMM in 2011 as the

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