Luke Fuess joined TechHelp as a Client Manager in March 2023. Luke brings vast experience in manufacturing management and operations to help Idaho manufacturers enhance their operations, quality, and profitability. He is based at the University of Idaho Coeur d’Alene and will concentrate on assisting companies in North and North Central Idaho, from the Canadian border down to Grangeville. Luke’s expertise encompasses Aerospace, Weapons Manufacturing, Renewable Energy, and other technical trades.

After attending Ventura Community College, Luke enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and served as a CH-46 & CH-53 Helicopter Technician. Luke received an honorable discharge from the USMC and attended Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, where he earned a Bachelor’s in Technical Management. He then obtained his FAA Airframe and Powerplant License and became a Production Manager with ICON Aircraft, manufacturer of the ICON A5 Light Sport Amphibious Aircraft. 

Joining ICON as the company transitioned from research and development to aircraft production gave Luke the opportunity to oversee the company’s production line from start to finish. Luke led a team that created ICON’s 136,000 SqFt facility in Northern California. The work fueled Luke’s passion for manufacturing by giving him a true understanding of what it takes to move a product from its beginning stages to serial production. Working on the factory floor gave Luke vast experience with Lean Methodology, Inventory Management, ERP Systems, Staffing, Training, and much more. 

Most recently, Luke worked as the COO at US Ordnance, a company that develops and manufactures military small arms and machine guns near Reno, Nevada. Luke also held a Supervisory Role in the Green Fuel industry at Plug Power, a company developing hydrogen fuel cell systems that replace conventional batteries in equipment and electric-powered vehicles.    

Luke moved to Northern Idaho with his wife and young son in 2021. He spends most of his free time with family and friends enjoying everything the area offers. His hobbies include fishing, exploring new places, kayaking, and working on his 1971 Chevel.