Investigate embedded and multimedia systems like TVs, Set top boxes, Audio Video Receivers for proper use of and inclusion of Dolby IP. This includes finding creative ways to access low level systems to collect evidence of proper and improper use of IP. Tasks also include assisting in developing ways to verify uses of patented technology as well as technical support and data analysis of audits and on site at licensees visits to support the technical aspects of audits.

Pinecone Creative specializes in creation of creative products for creative people. We enjoy taking a concept and creating one of a kind products for clients as well as consulting with other companies on their early stage development process.

Working closely with both R+D and Manufacturing Engineering to develop creative and effective test fixtures, experiments, electrical and mechanical designs. As well as modifications to existing and new/in development high end, professional, and reliable digital and analog audio products.

Mighty is the first and only device that takes your streaming music on-the-go without being connected to a smartphone. My role in the creation of this the device is the following:- Created architecture for Might's first product the .- Created electronics parts and manufacturing cost estimates.- Provided knowledge of electronics manufacturing to guide executives in understanding cost and process. - Documented all work for handoff to CTO to execute schematic entry, layout and manufacturing. - Currently acting as advisor to executives as project progresses.

Developed repeatable latency measurement technique for Virtual Reality headsets. Designing and building mock-up models and turning those models into electro-mechanical test systems. Documenting process and test method through test document creation and illustrations.

An integral part of a multi-discipline team of engineers responsible for the design, characterization, electrical validation, and supporting documentation of the motherboard and silicon of the Xbox console. Subject areas include power supplies, data and high-speed buses, as well as audio-video subsystems. Utilize a variety of tools from Oscilloscopes (1Ghz to 16Ghz), Network Analyzers, Logic Analyzer, Bus Protocol and Exercisers, Audio Precision (toslink, audio), Quantum Data 980 HDMI 2.0 Video Analyzer, thermal chambers, Orcad schematic capture, PXI data acquisition hardware, and custom suites. Familiar with the end-to-end life cycle of hardware projects from conceptualization, investigation, International build support and validation and debug up until final hand-off to manufacturing and sustaining work. Lead subsystem project and team of vendor contractor engineers to execute planned testing and characterization based off analytic design of experiments. Run weekly meetings with our internal and external partners Serving as subject matter expert on video feature for hardware team.

As part of a highly skilled team, developed and conducted electrical verification tests on prototype devices using a variety of scopes and signal/bus analyzers, custom software, robotic arms, and unique hardware. Responsible for low level electrical verification of new hardware including signal integrity. Designed and created several circuits to both run verification tests and control other hardware. Used data gathered from tests to help drive spec creation and hardware development, test documents, and bug resolution. Created test plan documents for proposed test that uses custom designed hardware and labview application. Utilized Product Studio to create test hierarchy and track bugs related to test results. Worked with and assisted other groups within the organization bring up their own robotic arms for automated test. Assisted in driving the development of labview data acquisition software that interfaces with an Epson C3 robotic arm and 620 robot controller.

Participated in the incubation phase of product development project, providing research data from studying existing consumer electronics boards as well as component designers and suppliers. The information gathered from my work provided the development of the initial electrical architecture and mechanical specifications. In addition, created documentation for project and provided diagrams for presentation and results archives. Assisted with schematic modifications and maintenance using Cadence capture system on a system with source depot version control software. Conducted electrical tests that provided characterizations of existing and newly designed circuit boards and components. Electrical verification tests were conducted utilizing a wide variety of test tools including oscilloscopes, electronic variable loads, venable frequency response analyzer, multimeters, multiplexing meters and proprietary hardware and software. Data from these tests was used in alternate part selection and cost reduction development.

Conducted mechanical and electrical characterization tests on controllers using force gauges, CNC tables, wireless signal sniffers, oscilloscopes, multimeters and computer based, in-house developed, data acquisition software. Used data gathered from tests to create graphs and results documents for presentations, reference documents, and bug tracking. Troubleshooting of difficult to replicate controller behavior and current draw issues down to the component level on wireless and wired controllers. Used schematics to create custom test hardware for intelligent battery testing. Created test document for testing incoming failure analysis hard drives. Tracked and documented tests and bugs using Product Studio software. Created and updated test documents for controller force test. Designed and had machined new force test alignment parts for CNC force test table. Spent time with interoperability group understanding their tests and how to improve products at a higher level. Used test methodologies to predict and eliminate potential issues by making recommendations based on test results as well as design review sessions. Interacted with overseas groups to run tests that used alignment tools and updated test document. Searched out and pulled in people from all different areas within the organization to help answer questions and assist with specialized areas of testing.

Designed, and supervised the layout of, a backplane circuit board that carried both low and high speed digital signals, differential signals, and power. Under the general guidance of a senior engineer designed and selected the parts for a custom power supply that utilized modular switchable supplies and adhered to VME standards. Designed and assembled custom test fixture enclosures and breakout panels. Created proof of concept prototype circuits and wire harnesses as well as schematics and documentation. Used Orcad schematic capture software to create custom symbols and circuits for senior engineers as well as assigned designs. Leveraged JTAG and OnTap to verify and debug hardware. Participated in schematic design peer reviews. Created wiring diagrams for a complex communication system, selecting all materials, connectors and support hardware. Conducted high-precision rework, inspections, and tests on mixed signal circuit boards using SMT components as small as 0204 and ball grid array ICs. Ran initial product verification tests as well as board initial power-on tests on RF and digital circuits. Performed extensive troubleshooting and problem solving on high complexity boards that used Xilinx FPGAs, high speed DAC, PLL, and RF analog circuits. Installed and configured Unix based RTOS on modular computers and ran OS verification tests. Gained firm foundation in the board manufacturing process from design to final product, as well as TS/SCI SSBI clearance and IPC J-STD-001 certification. Completed coursework in Cypress PSoC programming and Xilinx Speedway.

Worked as a Developer Phone support and customer support router. I took cold calls from Developers and the General public at large. When you called Microsoft.. you got me or one of about 10 other people. I would diagnose and solve peoples problems right on the phone or if the problem could be solved by a specialist I could route the call to them directly to attack deep dive issues or large company accounts. I learned about people that use products and how helpless they can become but overjoyed when given the attention they deserve.