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Austin, Texas, United States

Washington Dc-Virginia Area

Responsible for defining the necessary steps to integrate satellite components into the satellite structure and conduct environmental testing of the overall system. This includes specifying and coordinating the necessary EGSE and MGSE for integrated testing. Coordinated all subsystems, including ground system development, needed to support AI&T activities and subcontracted facilities for environmental testing. Developed and built an ESD Lab for prototype development hardware. Created ESD and Cleanroom training materials for all employees. Managed payload on-ramp and integration. Established a roadmap for expanding MVL's AI&T capabilities, particularly in relation to manufacturing and future payload integration. Familiar with satellite test standards such as NASA GEVS. Managed the acquisition of sub-contracted/procured satellite hardware. Developed standards for Shipping, Receiving, Inspection, Bench Checkouts, and Integration Testing. Developed and executed integration test plans. Utilized satellite environmental test facilities. Collaborated with engineering teams to simplify mechanical and electrical interfaces for easier manufacturing. Coordinated activities of AI&T engineering and technician staff. Managed cross-functional teams. Focused on utilizing internal engineering resources and outsourcing some manufacturing labor until a production capability is established. Identified and removed obstacles to ensure team performance. Established technology roadmaps for satellite manufacturing and production capabilities. Developed financial and development plans for vertical satellite build and assembly for multiple project scenarios with production capacity. Managed AI&T budget and schedule. Developed safety procedures and established test plans with pass/fail criteria. Worked within an Agile Workflow combined with NASA specifications and MIL-STD. Established an AS9100 Compliance Program.

United States

Company awarded CLPS NASA Lunar Mission 19C for $75 million. ▪ Managed the 8 NASA CLPS contracted Payload teams for XL-1 Lunar Lander vehicle. ▪ Managed scheduling, budgeting, and risks for each payload and the Lunar Lander. ▪ Developed interface requirements for payload integration. ▪ Owner of the Payload User’s Guide. ▪ Generated and maintained Interface Control Documents and delivered them to customer. ▪ Coordinated across multiple engineering discipline departments to ensure the customer milestones are met (i.e., systems, electrical, structures, GNC, thermal, software, avionics, communications, mission timeline, integration, facilities, bi-weekly tagups with each payload). ▪ Coordinated and helped resolve technical challenges with required subsystems and customers. ▪ Worked with customers and the operations team to develop ground and flight test plans to support customer objectives. ▪ Developed Test procedures and Test Readiness Review for each payload with end-to-end testing. ▪ Developed the Payload Integration Schedule, starting from receipt of payload through return of the payload and delivery of customer data. ▪ Coordinated with the manufacturing and operations team to perform physical payload integration. ▪ Worked with customers to verify functional performance after payload integration. ▪ Established ESD and cleanroom areas within allotted budget. ▪ Worked with NASA specifications and MIL-STD. ▪ Worked range safety requirements and reports with assigned consultant. ▪ Managed Masten’s payment milestones reviews with NASA review closeout criteria before submittal. ▪ Supported the preparation of business proposals and commercial payload sales. ▪ Worked closely with executive leadership to strategize innovative business processes for commercial lunar missions. ▪ Traveled to support the company and testing of hardware. ▪ Managed vendors and contractors. ▪ Worked within export control or proprietary regulations.

Houston, Texas Area

Completed over 90 Payload assignments for ISS Operations and Development. Collaborated with Payload and engineering experts to define payload interfaces, establish requirements applicability, and identify exceptions. Coordinated with Payloads to create and maintain Interface Requirements Baselines (IRBs) and Payload Interface Revision Notices (PIRNs) in the NASA ORBIT PIRN database. Regularly communicated with NASA customers, Payloads, discipline engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure successful development and delivery of payload requirements and integration products. Participated in meetings with Payload Integration Managers and Payloads, as well as PDRs, CDRs, and Payload Technical Information Meetings. Assisted with verification assessments for payloads and coordinated data submissions into the verification database for tracking. Collaborated with the ESA Payload Interface Team. Developed International Partner Agreements. Worked with the European Space Station Payload Interface Team to develop Wireless Requirements for On-Orbit use. Familiar with NASA specifications and various MIL-STDs. Maintained and supported Station Support Hardware. Lead Stage Analysis Engineer serves as the primary point of contact for both internal and external customers regarding the overall status of Payload Engineer and Integration (PEI) for vehicle support. This included providing updates on the International Space Station (ISS) and various vehicles such as NG, SPX, Soyuz, Progress, and new demo vehicles, as well as assessing transport risks. Responsible for presenting PEI stage integration status and risk assessments at NASA Panels and other forums. Lead or assisted with various Stage Integration activities and serve as the CoFR Lead for SE&I. Additionally, supported the increment Feasibility Assessment, including Manifest and PIAs. Assisted in managing overall stage integration efforts, including OZ, OC, OB, and FPM, and provide coordination support for the EXPRESS/WORF Team.

Houston, Texas Area

-Corrected tests and homework in a timely manner.-Assist students to use Lab equipment and material provided.-Assisting the professor with general learning activities in the classroom.-Preparing class work and activities in advance of any lessons.

Rosharon, Tx

--Pack main canopies for both experienced and company owned rigs up to 365 sqft.--Adhere to Manufacturer and Military specifications for quality control and safety standards.--Identify and document safety concerns and report to Senior Rigger regarding non-FAA regulated gear requirements.--Instruct new employee orientation regarding processes and procedures.--Log and document packing jobs according to regulations for safety and quality purposes.--Responsible for promoting safe skydiving through training, licensing, and instructor qualification programs.--Responsible for packing, maintaining and performing minor repairs on Ram Air Canopies, containers and hardware.

Houston, Texas Area

-Team projects included data analysis for various wells sites for both Halliburton and BHP Billiton -Individual project included evaluation of performance on data analysis software for drilling techniques per engineering criteria-Analyzed various land drill bit operations data for software development program-Trained on Hydraulic Fracking Process-Toured land drilling rigs with safety personnel

Houston, Texas, United States

-Served guests with professionalism and a positive attitude while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction-Demonstrated excellent multitasking skills while managing multiple tables and providing timely service-Exhibited a high level of knowledge in food and beverage service, and was able to answer questions and provide recommendations to customers-Assisted in training new wait staff and providing feedback to improve their performance.-Served bar and restaurant patrons ordered drinks, including beer, wine, liquors, and mixed beverages.-Operated as sole bartender on weekday shifts and with one other bartender on busy nights and weekends.-Kept the bar area safe, clean, and well-stocked throughout each working shift.-Rang up customers on the POS system and the accompanying credit card reader.-Performed daily inventory audits and weekly product and supply orders.

Stafford, Texas, United States

-Lead a 15-member waitstaff, handling all scheduling and approving/denying time-off requests-Operate POS terminals to input customer orders, swipe credit cards, and enter cash amounts received in a 120+ seat restaurant-Managed waitstaff schedule-Trained new waiters, ensuring attention to detail and comprehensive understanding of restaurant methodology and practices

Rosharon, Tx

Lead Customer Service for sales team and floor staff.--Performed price audits.--Responsible for schedule creation and coordination.--Participated in corporate conference calls regarding products, carrier information and store coordination.--Performed cell phone new line service and customer upgrades.

Team Lead supervised a staff of six employees.-Operated under ISO 9001 Standards -Audited content integrity of lot historical reports and reviewed both data quality and quantity. -Performed environmental testing of integrated circuitry for aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial components. -Performed quality life testing with large industrial ovens for the Burn-in process. -Trimmed and solder dipped various component leads-Performed quality inspection of customer product lot including preparation and packaging. -Created SOP: “Test Specification for JW01 Integrated Circuit Parts for the Burn-in Cycle” (2004).

Maintained aircraft and support equipment. ▪ Generated maintenance, flying hours and aircraft status reports, identified aircraft issues and recommended resolutions. ▪ Advised on maintenance, servicing, and inspecting aircraft as well as aerospace support equipment. ▪ Maintained detailed logs and documentation of data for tests, procedures and maintenance performed. ▪ Reviewed maintenance forms, aircraft records, and reports to ensure complete documentation. ▪ Used technical data to diagnose and solve maintenance problems on aircraft systems. ▪ Performed engine runs, complete pre-flight checks before flight crew arrival, accomplish weight and balance. ▪ Operated jacks, tows, and service vehicles, serviced aircraft with LOX, fuel, oil, hydraulic fluid and grease. ▪ Trained in Modular Airborne Fire Fighting Systems (MAFFS). ▪ Trained in Crash and Recovery emergencies.

Bachelor’S Degree, Mechanical Engineering, 3.05

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society of Student Leadership and Success National Honors Society of Collegiate Scholars.

Associate’S Degree, Mechanical Engineering, 3.33

Activities and Societies: Awarded Student of the Year in 2012 Held Offices of President, Vice-President and Treasurer of the Veteran’s.

Associate’S Degree, Physical Sciences, 3.50

Activities and Societies: Veteran Student Organization National Honor Society of Student Leadership and Success National Honors Society.