Brian Forbes Email & Phone Number

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

As Head of Manufacturing at Omnisight, I specialize in the assembly, testing, and software integration of advanced radar units. My role encompasses a range of technical responsibilities, including:-Expertly assembling radar components to create fully functional units.-Conducting rigorous testing procedures to ensure each unit meets stringent performance and quality standards.-Flashing and configuring software into radar units, ensuring seamless operation and functionality.-Playing a key role in quality assurance processes, identifying and addressing any defects or inconsistencies to uphold product excellence.My contributions help ensure that our radar systems operate with the highest level of precision and reliability, supporting the cutting-edge technology that drives our industry forward. I am passionate about maintaining high standards and continually improving processes to deliver superior products.

-Collaborated with a cross-functional team of 14 software engineers, UX/UI designers, UX researchers, data scientists, and data analysts on The Opportunity Project, led by the US Census Bureau, the US Department of Commerce, and the FDA.-Leveraged federal data to develop an application focused on seamless data collection, standardization, and transmission of data from in vitro diagnostic tests, with a specific emphasis on emerging technologies and digital innovations.-Led program coordination, planning, and execution, ensuring effective collaboration among participants, timely delivery of project milestones, and successful achievement of objectives outlined in the problem statement.

-Completed a 12-week, 480-hour immersive software engineering program, focusing on full-stack development and preparing students for entry-level positions in the industry.-Acquired professional-level proficiency in various programming languages, including Java, Python, and JavaScript, as well as experience with frameworks such as Spring Boot and React.js.-Gained hands-on experience in front-end and back-end web development, including designing and building web applications, working with databases such as PostgreSQL and MongoDB, and developing RESTful APIs.-Developed strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills through immersive and challenging coursework, as well as attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively in a remote setting.-Built a solid foundation in computer science fundamentals, including data structures, object-oriented programming, and software design principles, to prepare for a career in software engineering.

-Managed logistics operations, secured new business, and negotiated contracts with carriers for timely delivery as a freight broker at a 3PL company, averaging $35,000-$50,000 monthly profit. -Provided ongoing coaching and support for 25 new brokers to enhance performance and achieve sales targets.-Achieved tenured status in an office record time of 10 months, where most brokers needed 18 months.