[quote=@RumikoOhara]
<Snipped quote by Draconis Nevyn>

Hmm....Isn't that the normal thought process of all Chiefs of Engineering?

It is a tradition among those responsible for the operation of complex machinery and their Upkeep; like the Engineers of Naval ships or Flight lines. I suppose it was even common among those who worked on and maintained racing machines. After all, it is their hard work that manufactured and or maintenance which made the smooth operation possible  
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You're not wrong there. They are going to be quite protective of it though as a Klingon. And not appreciate suggestions. 

In all I'm going confident but easily irritated engineer. Less likely to kill you than an average Klingon. Unless you touch their stuff.