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I’m currently working towards the CompTIA Security+, CCNA and home-lab to prepare for a role in the IT industry.

Austin, Texas, United States

Responsibilities:In my most recent role, I conducted in-depth data analysis to identify trends and optimization opportunities within the Global Operations Group. In addition to that, I promoted cross-functional collaboration and streamlined communication between business users and technical teams to ensure strategic alignment and operational effectiveness. Moreover, I maintained strict adherence to data governance policies and actively engaged in initiatives to ensure data accuracy and regulatory compliance.Major Contributions:• Produced customized reports utilizing Excel and Tableau to address precise stakeholder requirements,facilitating operational planning and process enhancement endeavors.• Encouraged self-service analytics and empowered stakeholders by authoring comprehensivedocumentation and user guides as well as conducting training sessions.• Spearheaded the implementation of process enhancements, automation, and standardization strategies,elevating reporting processes and data accuracy.• Engineered interactive Tableau dashboards for stakeholders in the Global Operations Group, fosteringreal-time insights and data-driven decision-making.

Austin, Texas Area

Responsibilities:During this position, I coordinated seamlessly with procurement teams to ensure timely and accurateacquisition of EOL components, considering lead times, production schedules, and demand forecasts. It wasI who regularly evaluated inventory levels to anticipate and mitigate risks of stockouts or surplus inventory,proactively implementing measures to maintain optimal stock levels. Further, I enhanced cross-functionalcommunication and collaboration by fostering engagement among various teams.Selected Accomplishments:• Employed data-driven methodologies to drive procurement optimization and waste minimization,leveraging comprehensive analysis and interpretation of EOL component data including usage patterns,demand forecasts, and scrap costs.• Ensured alignment and punctual project completion by actively participating in project meetings,providing updates on EOL component availability, and promptly addressing any concerns or challengesraised by stakeholders.• Spearheaded the development and execution of strategies aimed at streamlining production and costreduction through efficient management of End-of-Life (EOL) components across the supply chain.• Led improvements for our in-house software, CEMS (Component End of Life Management System).Identified several shortcomings in the original version and collaborated with a team to implementenhancements.• Collaborated directly with the IT department to determine essential features and address critical issues.• Rigorously tested the new version of CEMS in a sandbox environment before its company-wide rollout.

Austin, Texas Area

Responsibilities:In this role, I served as the central liaison for EOL components, enhancing communication and collaborationamong manufacturing, Product R&D, and key business units. Additionally, I worked closely with designengineers, business stakeholders, Component Engineering, and procurement teams to understand projectrequirements and ensure efficient execution. I was known for transitioning to the RF Sustaining Group,taking charge of all released RF products at National Instruments. As a key member of the sustaining team,led project coordination and technical duties, fostering extensive interaction with configurationmanagement, manufacturing, electrical/mechanical design teams, and vendors.Key Achievements:• Played a pivotal role as a Project Coordinator at National Instruments, orchestrating and overseeing cross-functional projects spanning manufacturing, Product R&D, and diverse business units.• Focused primarily on end-of-life (EOL) components, effectively ensuring seamless production operationswhile mitigating scrap costs associated with excessive EOL component orders.• Wrote LabVIEW test code for UL, FCC, and CE compliance testing, prototype and pre-productionequipment testing and debugging, schematic updates, and BOM management.• Functioned as the sole technician within cross-functional teams tasked with the development of numerousNI's PXI, PXIe, and USB products.• Contributed significantly to both new product development and RF-sustaining initiatives.

Austin, Texas Area

Productive member of the development engineering team, taking Active Power’s UPS300, UPS1200, CleanSource2, and CoolAir product lines from the initial conception phase to release to market. Individual contributions to these efforts include:• Proof of Concept testing• Fabrication of prototype and DVT units• Obtaining EMI, FCC, and CE approval• Documentation of any bugs found, as well as follow-up testing • Assisting manufacturing and field service with the build, testing, and service of newly released products• Detailed Design Verification testing of all Hardware, Firmware, and Software• Bench testing of all Printed Circuit Boards, including complex controller boards with microprocessors, FPGAs, DSPs, Ethernet functionality, and analog circuitry• Managed the calibration schedule for all test equipment and established procedures for electrostatic discharge precautions while working with electronics sensitive to electrostatic discharge.

Austin, Texas Area

I provided technical and logistical support in developing military and defense projects. The projects included:The ALE-47 Airborne Countermeasures Dispenser System, the Ultra Lightweight Camouflage Net System (ULCANS), an Explosive Standoff Minefield Breacher (ESMB), and the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) by:• Laboratory testing of the ALE-47's ability to detect the presence of incoming missiles• Performing broad spectrum signature testing (radar, infrared, and visual) on ULCANS• Laboratory testing of optical laser receiver and guidance electronics for APWKS• Fabricate (from schematics, rough sketches, or verbal instructions) and assemble electrical, optical, and mechanical components of APKWS and ESMB

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

Austin, Texas Area

As a metrology technician, my responsibilities included the calibration and repair of wide array electronic and physical/dimensional test and measurement equipment, including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, radio test sets, pressure gauges, surface plates, calipers, micrometers, and other devices.Also, I was responsible for ensuring the workflow proceeded swiftly and that equipment was returned to the customer promptly.

World Wide

I underwent basic training at Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri, and Advanced Individual Training (studying metrology) at Lowry Air Force Base, Colorado. My job duties included the calibration and repair of precision electronic, radiological, and physical/dimensional test and measurement equipment.Additionally, I managed production control, ensuring calibrations and repairs were done promptly and according to priority, ensuring the readiness of the other military units that we supported.I also trained other soldiers in calibration, repair, safety, and production control.

Semester Hours, Engineering, 4.0 Gpa

Certificate, Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratories