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Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

• Manage large, complex programs in the commercial and DoD sectors with multidisciplinary engineering and cross-functional teams• Typically work in a dual role capacity as Program Manager and Lead Systems Engineer• Actively develop high level system requirements and user stories with acceptance criteria and requirement traceability• Work with stakeholders to refine, deconflict, and prioritize requirements• Establish documentation for system design, test plans and procedures, and… Show more • Manage large, complex programs in the commercial and DoD sectors with multidisciplinary engineering and cross-functional teams• Typically work in a dual role capacity as Program Manager and Lead Systems Engineer• Actively develop high level system requirements and user stories with acceptance criteria and requirement traceability• Work with stakeholders to refine, deconflict, and prioritize requirements• Establish documentation for system design, test plans and procedures, and user manuals• Manage programs utilizing both waterfall and Agile development processes• Perform subcontractor and vendor management• Work closely with design and development teams to ensure functional and non-functional requirements are understood• Direct requirements reviews, test readiness reviews & design reviews• Direct the creation of models, prints, electronic schematics, PCBA layouts, and BoM• Guide team in creation of assembly and functional test specificationKey Programs:• Soldier Virtual Trainer – Weapon Skills Development. A virtual range marksmanship training simulator that will be replace the U.S. Army’s existing program of record.• KC-135 Air Refueling Training Simulator (Boom Operator Simulation System/BOSS). A training simulator specifically designed for the U.S. Air National Guard.• Advanced Target Retrieval System. A robotic system with advanced training features designed for indoor shooting ranges in commercial or military applications. Show less

Livonia, Mi

Rank: Lieutenant Colonel (LTC)• Unit Training/Operations Officer• Observed and coached units during training exercises and provided assessments• Used experience and doctrine as a guide to proper execution• Documented and provided critical feedback on staff processes• Provided Mission Command training to increase unit proficiency• Participated in overseas training mission in South Korea and Ghana

Fort Mccoy, Wisconsin

Rank: Major• Served as the Chief Communications/Information Officer during training events consisting of approximately 8000 personnel• Planned and coordinated the efforts of multiple support units to establish and maintain the communications network• Had broad understanding of all communication systems and how to best employ and troubleshoot• Gathered and reported on communication status of training units to the Commanding General• Developed and refined standard operating… Show more Rank: Major• Served as the Chief Communications/Information Officer during training events consisting of approximately 8000 personnel• Planned and coordinated the efforts of multiple support units to establish and maintain the communications network• Had broad understanding of all communication systems and how to best employ and troubleshoot• Gathered and reported on communication status of training units to the Commanding General• Developed and refined standard operating procedures• Direct management of nine person team Show less

Ann Arbor, Mi

• Provided product test automation solutions to various industries (automotive, rail, electrification, battery systems, material handling)• Managed multidisciplinary engineering and cross-functional teams• Collaborated with stakeholders to develop optimal solutions to ill-defined problems• Led and supported proposal creation process, including cost estimates• Developed technical write-ups for special engineering items in customer proposals• Created new design concepts for… Show more • Provided product test automation solutions to various industries (automotive, rail, electrification, battery systems, material handling)• Managed multidisciplinary engineering and cross-functional teams• Collaborated with stakeholders to develop optimal solutions to ill-defined problems• Led and supported proposal creation process, including cost estimates• Developed technical write-ups for special engineering items in customer proposals• Created new design concepts for unique customer requirements• Led customer meetings for technical scope discussions, clarifications, and design reviews• Defined electrical components/systems required to design complete projects• Evaluated vendor and subcontractor bids/proposals for price, scope, and technical capability• Served on Operations Committee with a focus on organizational process improvements Show less

Ann Arbor, Mi

• Developed electronic control solutions for existing products in Heat, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R)• Analyzed existing products for application of controls to yield the highest ROI• Created and executed test plans/procedures to include designing and building test fixtures to validate controller operation• Maintained and updated electrical/electronic engineering drawings, standards, and specifications• Defined product/feature requirements and… Show more • Developed electronic control solutions for existing products in Heat, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R)• Analyzed existing products for application of controls to yield the highest ROI• Created and executed test plans/procedures to include designing and building test fixtures to validate controller operation• Maintained and updated electrical/electronic engineering drawings, standards, and specifications• Defined product/feature requirements and communicated with internal and external team members through product development process Show less

La Crosse, Wisconsin

• Designed and developed test automation solutions for suite of commercial HVAC products in Trane’s manufacturing facilities worldwide• Functioned as expert user of the system and directed the work of other engineers• Drove continuous improvement of the system through testing and root cause analysis• Worked with multiple stakeholders and a diverse technical team of software, electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers, and database admins• Collaborated with customers to… Show more • Designed and developed test automation solutions for suite of commercial HVAC products in Trane’s manufacturing facilities worldwide• Functioned as expert user of the system and directed the work of other engineers• Drove continuous improvement of the system through testing and root cause analysis• Worked with multiple stakeholders and a diverse technical team of software, electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers, and database admins• Collaborated with customers to develop system requirements and then developed the product definition document that would drive system development• Provided project management for new product development and continuation of existing products• Served as continuation leader and primary point of contact for technical support to production facilities• Provided process improvements for system deployments and developed work instructions Show less

La Crosse, Wisconsin

• Served in dual role as hardware engineer and projector manager for continuation support of existing products• Provided technical support on a broad range of products to internal and external customers• Created and maintained documentation and specifications in parts logistics management system• Worked with regulatory agencies to obtain or maintain compliance of products• Performed product designs and worked closely with software engineers to develop firmware• Utilized… Show more • Served in dual role as hardware engineer and projector manager for continuation support of existing products• Provided technical support on a broad range of products to internal and external customers• Created and maintained documentation and specifications in parts logistics management system• Worked with regulatory agencies to obtain or maintain compliance of products• Performed product designs and worked closely with software engineers to develop firmware• Utilized tools such as Altium designer and AutoCAD in product design• Developed models, prints, electronic schematics, PCBA layouts & BoMs• Utilized standard gate process for product development• Analyze field returns of both inhouse and third-party products and report findings/recommendations• Completed 80 hours of Lean Six Sigma training Show less

La Crosse, Wisconsin

• Supported unit testing and electrical control/wiring troubleshooting to include test equipment• Redesigned manufacturing work cells to support product changes, improve efficiency, and reduce material waste• Developed work instructions and provided training to production operators• Directed the work of draftspersons, technicians, and other engineers• Responded to manufacturing emergencies outside of scheduled core hours

La Crosse, Wisconsin

• Conducted electrical controls field failure analysis and documented findings• Assembled product test simulators and provided maintenance• Reverse engineered and documented old test equipment• Executed product test procedures and documented results

Fort Mccoy, Wisconsin

• Responsible for all training, administrative functions, and professional development of personnel• Assisted with the development, implementation, and support of programs for the Regiment• Oversaw employee retention and recruitment programs• Managed unit personnel readiness for 35 personnel

Fort Mccoy, Wisconsin

• Development and execution of class instruction for Officer Candidate School• Provided mentorship to other instructors and managed course progress• Assisted in scheduling, course resourcing, and developed supplemental training material• Provided classroom instruction on topics such as Administration, Heritage & History, Military Intelligence, Call for Fire (Field Artillery), Logistics, Operations, Tactics, Military Justice, Ethics & Leadership, and Communicative Skills

Milwaukee, Wi

1-121 FA

Kuwait/Iraq

• Deployment: Operation Iraqi Freedom, Mission: Convoy/Route Security• Second in command of 180 personnel• Managed company logistics, ensured all maintenance operations were planned and accomplished• Planned and executed training plans and manage training records for all assigned Soldiers• Supervised the Operations and Administration sections of the Company• Mentored subordinate officers on leadership, tactical, and technical skills

Milwaukee, Wi

Completed ROTC and was commissioned as 2LT in the 1-121 FA (HQ in Milwaukee). Started out as the Battalion Ammunition Officer. After about one year moved to B Btry, 1-121 FA in Racine, WI, and served in the position of Ammunition Platoon Leader. Again after another year, promoted to 1LT and moved into the Operations Officer position.

Milwaukee, Wi

Enlisted in the Wisconsin Army National Guard as an Automated Fire Support Specialist (13C).

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Electrical And Computer Engineering

Activities and Societies: Symphonic Band, Army ROTC Studied Electrical and Computer Engineering, member of Army National Guard, Army ROTC.

Associate'S Degree, Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology

Took night classes in Electromechanical Technology while working full-time.