Technical lead on prime contracts for the DDG 1000 Naval destroyer; the advanced lighting system (AFDL) & the multi-function display (MFD). Engineering level tasks required revamping of the designs for manufacturability and to successfully pass military environmental and EMI testing. Completed all deliverables; including drawings, test reports, design for verification CDRL and other documentation according to customer expectations for the design phase. Conducted thermal and stress evaluations on system level components to evaluate potential failures. Assisted program managers in oversight of the subcontractors schedule, cost and deliverables. Estimated cost and revenue projections for overall program success for profitability. Managed the production contract and operations to ensure inventory control, resource allocation, proper product flow, on-time performance and under budget. Business development efforts were supported through conceptual quad charts, research, and necessary procurement. Conducted live product demonstration and completed cost projections on new product.

Acting Lead Engineer:Instrumental in developing a business plan and company structure to improve productivity, reduce costs and improve company morale to increase efficiency. Managed three individuals within the engineering department with prioritization and guidance to improve designs and efficiency of daily activities. Structured and lead sales/marketing as part of focus to increase revenue and customer focus to close the gap on communication and refocus company efforts. Improved/created ISO procedures/forms in accordance with ISO 9001:2008.Design Engineer:Developed rugged electronic equipment for DOD customers in accordance with military standards (MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461). Equipment included board assemblies, rack mounted servers (EIA-310), and handheld devices. Designed footprint layouts on circuit boards for complex board integration, reviewed PCB (printed circuit board) routing, created PWA (printed wiring assembly) drawings and ICDs (inter-connect drawings). Reviewed board schematics and calculated power requirements. Created full sets of working mechanical drawings of machined and sheet metal components, electrical cable drawings, soldered electrical components and completed electrical and mechanical troubleshooting. Created, modified and managed Bill-of-Materials (BOMs) and mechanical drawings through ECOs.

Personnel ● E-6, Technical Sergeant with Secret Security Clearance. ● Led and trained lower ranking individuals on current processes / routines. ● Implemented automated systems to improve the quality and efficiency of work. ● Supervised individuals to maintain a quality work section.

Responsible for design/redesign, review, and approval of new product development. Assisted marketing in working with customers and assuring accurate OTP. Implemented and modified new and current processes to improve quality of work. Oversaw new manufacturing techniques to improve cost and waste reduction. Automated processes to improve efficiencies. Created, modified and managed Bill-of-Materials (BOMs) and mechanical drawings through ECOs.

● Created a lab measurements tool by the use of data collection in a manufacturing area to determine resource allocation and justification. ● Designed a PLC to automate, control, and maintain a predetermined level of fluid and rust inhibitor mixture in a 3,000 gallon tank that was critical to the coolant system of the locomotive engines. ● Developed a test rig that utilized a PLC, pressure gauge, and hydraulics that pressurized four hydraulic lines to determine the failure rate.