Longxiang Yang

Longxiang "Long" Yang is a Project Manager at FANUC America Corporation with more than 30 years of experience in CNC software development, advanced machining applications and aerospace manufacturing. Since joining FANUC in 1998, he has worked closely with leading aerospace manufacturers and machine tool builders to develop innovative CNC solutions.

In his current role, Yang helps customers optimize machining processes using FANUC CNC technology. He collaborates with major aerospace companies to define and develop advanced 5-axis probing software, troubleshoot critical machine issues and improve process reliability. He also works with OEMs to establish pressure-control requirements for servo riveting applications and coordinates software development efforts within FANUC to support these specialized manufacturing processes.

Before becoming a Project Manager in 2015, Yang served as a Senior Applications Engineer at FANUC, where he provided technical support and application expertise for CNC machining systems. Earlier in his career, he held engineering positions with Electroimpact and the University of British Columbia.

Yang earned a Ph.D. and a Master of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of British Columbia, as well as a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Beijing University of Chemical Technology. He has also been an active member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) since 2008 and serves on the TC 52 working group, contributing to the advancement of manufacturing and machine tool technologies.