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Shenal Perera is a highly experienced engineer specializing in structural analysis and design within the aerospace sector. Currently serving as Sr Principal Engineer - SLM Lead at Northrop Grumman since July 2020, Shenal has previously held roles at the same company as Sr Principal Engineer and Principal Engineer. From March 2015 to November 2023, Shenal worked with the US Army. Additionally, experience includes serving as a Research Engineer at the National Institute for Aviation Research, where leadership of a team focused on composite research projects was a key responsibility. Earlier roles involved working as a Stress Engineer/FEM Analyst at Airbus Americas Engineering, where structural analysis for the A350XWB-1000 and A380 Wing parts was performed. Shenal's career began as a Technician at the National Institute for Aviation Research, conducting extensive testing of materials. Shenal earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Wichita State University in 2012.