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Melbourne, Fl, Us

Arlington, Va, Us

Develops precise measurement solutions for Boeing Space Programs across KSC, MAF, and HSV, enhancing calibration for DC Low Frequency, RF/Microwave, and other critical areas. Maintains NASA-calibrated certification standards in line with ISO/IEC 17025. Guides technicians and junior engineers in calibration skills and measurement techniques, supporting skill development. Defines work statements and supports technology development in new programs through Early Program Involvement (EPI). Identifies and applies emerging tech to update measurement systems company-wide. Serves as a technical liaison for Boeing, representing MATES in building industry partnerships.Collaborates with asset management experts to optimize equipment lifecycle, balancing replacement and maintenance. Applies metrology concepts like uncertainty analysis to improve calibration accuracy. Leads projects, managing scope, cost, and timeline, and conducts risk assessments. Employs Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) to refine testing methods. Designs calibration procedures and software, ensuring data integrity and system readiness. Coaches teams in hardware and software testing to meet rigorous standards and formats measurement data per customer needs.

Arlington, Va, Us

Managed operations for Boeing’s SoCal Satellite programs, optimizing critical measurement and test equipment for defense and aerospace needs. Led lab safety protocols in line with AS9100D, implementing safety management systems to minimize risks. Collaborated with engineering, EHS, technicians, quality, and leadership teams to meet customer requirements, fostering a safety-first approach and high-quality standards.Performed monthly audits to maintain compliance, uncover cost-saving opportunities, and streamline operations. Oversaw the full lifecycle of test assets, from acquisition and calibration to repair and maintenance, across various measurement types. Mentored a cross-functional team, promoting accountability, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. Developed flexible strategies to ensure operations continued smoothly during the pandemic.

Falls Church, Va, Us

Skilled in complex calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of precision measuring equipment and systems. Collected, analyzed, and documented hardware requirements to enhance calibration processes. Conducted 17025 A2LA-accredited calibrations in resistance, DC, and AC voltage. Trained new technicians in best metrology practices to boost efficiency. Worked closely with customers to develop testing procedures and improve turnaround times.Monitored and quickly addressed hardware and software issues, integrating updates to enhance automated processes. Applied advanced knowledge in measurement theory across electrical and mechanical disciplines. Ensured equipment accuracy using Northrop Grumman standards in Electrical and Physical Mechanical areas. Contributed to developing new solutions and technologies. Thrived in a team environment, inspiring others to achieve company goals, and facilitated knowledge sharing as a reliable resource.

Santa Rosa, California, Us

Calibrated, serviced, adjusted, repaired, and ensured the accuracy of test and measurement equipment across electrical and mechanical disciplines, following Keysight procedures. Used schematics, technical manuals, and approved procedures to troubleshoot and resolve issues.Supported metrology engineering in designing calibration systems, handling RF applications, and creating/updating procedures. Utilized Keysight lab standards, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and thermal chambers, for multi-vendor calibrations. Backed up calibration data on-site and created virtual servers to store this data. Conducted metrology tests and data collection for uncertainty analysis.Ensured customer satisfaction through communication, innovation, mentoring, and technical skills. Collaborated with the team to implement improvements, reaching metric goals with weekly process analysis. Maintained the network database server and provided system admin support in the lab. Prioritized and assigned work for electrical and mechanical tasks, ensuring continuity between shifts and overseeing quality control for 2nd shift operations.

El Segundo, Ca, Us

Performed acceptance and regression testing on thermal, power, EMI/EMC, WiFi, and wired networks for various middleware set-top boxes. Used DHCP protocols to test hardware connectivity and data transfer. Operated test equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers, and digital multi-meters.Conducted user-end testing to identify customer-impacting issues, as well as tests based on technical specifications. Reviewed hardware specs, developed and executed test procedures to validate test cases. Documented test results and reported them to the product test lead, software development, and product managers. Created detailed defect reports for identified software and functional issues.

Tested proprietary software to automate internal processes and provided formal training for new users. Troubleshot and identified errors in both new and legacy software. Calibrated, serviced, adjusted, repaired, and ensured accuracy of test and measurement equipment across various disciplines, using schematics, technical manuals, and detailed technical instructions to resolve issues.Supported metrology engineering in calibration system design, RF applications, and procedure updates. Operated lab equipment like oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and digital multi-meters. Conducted onsite calibration at locations such as Boeing Satellite Development Center, Hughes Research Lab, L-3 Communications, and Raytheon. Performed metrology tests and collected data for uncertainty analysis.

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Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Electronic Engineering Technology

Associate Of Science - As, Electronic Computer Technology

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