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Hudson, Ma, Us

Hudson, Ma, Us

Edgetech Instruments, Inc. (ETI) focuses on trace moisture, relative humidity, and oxygen measurement, utilizing varying technologies. At the heart of our business is the chilled mirror technology, which gives unrivalled accuracy in the measurement of trace moisture. Our facilities are ISO 9001:2015 registered. We have built a state-of-the-art calibration lab which is ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited where we calibrate not only ETI but also other brands of moisture, temperature, and oxygen instrumentation. ETI manufactures in the US but is a global company with authorized representatives and agents located in major countries around the world.

An independent contract consultant (dba NovaTek Ltd.) to providers of RF electronic, opto-electronic and opto-mechanical products and technical services for the industrial IoT, mil/aero, government, medical and network communications industries.Proven track-record of success enabling clients (retained on an exclusive basis) to complete time critical business development initiatives, LEAN operational improvements, NPD, NPI projects, business unit P&L and M&A integrations. As GM of an optical IoT and interconnects provider responsible for scaling US operations, P&L and sales. As General Manager at COSA Xentaur (CXC) in 2018 and 2019 managed operations, P&L, engineering and sales for two CXC sites that manufacture a range of dew point, moisture, process gases and oxygen, monitors and analyzers. Managed successful transition from owner-operator to PE operated enterprise achieving double digit increases in YoY sales and EBITDA employing Lean improvements, and completed consolidation of two manufacturing sites to one. At TE Connectivity in 2017, as General Manager – Phoenix Optix (POX), managed P&L, business development, engineering and the AS9100 QMS of this TE Aerospace, Defense and Marine (AD&M) products business. Led cross-functional ops, engineering, sales and quality staff manufacturing fiber and hybrid fiber/power custom interconnect hardware for cellular mobile towers. Successfully completed consolidation the POX operations with those of two other acquisitions into the Rugged Fiber Optics business unit. As Assistant Director – Future Photon Initiative at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) in 2016, led sponsored research business development, capture, proposal, program operations and the Rochester Infrared Detector Lab (RIDL). Leveraged expertise of 21 PIs in integrated photonics, Si-photonic, optics, micro-electronics and software to develop and characterize IR FPAs, LiDAR, imagers

Columbus, Ohio, Us

Managed technical staff, operations P&L, business development and ESH&Q for the Sensors and Communication Systems business. Led project teams of subject matter experts (SMEs) in advanced electronics, mechanics, microfabrication, EOIR, systems, software, verification testing and cGMP & ISO13485 compliance quality engineering to develop and deliver EW and RF wireless communications, CBRNE detection systems hardware, ISR, medical diagnostic devices, IoT sensors, RDT&E and NDT services. Served national security and industrial client needs for advanced performance hardware solutions capabilities with best in class SWaP. Rolled-out a suite of Lean process initiatives that enabled our business unit to improve project performance (lower cost, on-time delivery) and customer satisfaction.

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Optimer Photonics, Inc. (OPI) a VC-backed technology start-up venture. Recruited in 2002. Member of Board of Directors, reporting to Chairman. Led efforts meeting sales, operating and P&L objectives for this photonic and millimeter-wave RF device and sub-systems startup. Raised several rounds of financing and ramped sales revenues en-route to sale of OPI to Battelle in 2008. Managed integration of OPI's technology, and products into Battelle's Sensors and Communication Systems business and its core offerings to government and commercial clients.

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Stratos Lightwave, Inc (NASDAQ: STLW), Managed operation P&L of seven high tech manufacturing operations carved-out from Methode Electronics, Inc. in 2000 as part of IPO strategy. Managed staff of up to 1,500. Led series of sales, supply chain and lean manufacturing initiatives. Part of executive team that managed $260M Nasdaq-IPO in June, 2000. Grew sales over 60% to $147M in the first 12 months of Stratos as a stand-alone corporation.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Methode Electronics, NYSE-listed (MEI), is a leading manufacturer of electronic components, interconnects, controls, standard and custom harness connectivity and power control products for equipment OEMs and service providers in data and broadband networks, automotive, mil/aero and industrial markets. The Fiber Optic Products Group manufactured opto-electronic transceivers, interconnects, and harness assemblies. Had P&L responsibilities for entire business group (7 operations on 4 continents) including functions of sales, marketing, manufacturing, engineering, human resources and finance. Grew operations from startup to $87M in pre-IPO year, averaging 25% operating profit annually. Managed up to 600 company personnel. Broadly implemented ISO 9001 quality systems and Lean methodologies like DMAIC, Kaizen Events, Gemba Walks and Kanban to improve process flows, efficiencies and capacity growth.

Wallingford, Connecticut, Us

Amphenol, Fiber Optic Products Division, then a private equity owned manufacturer of fiber optic connectors, splitters and cable assemblies. Reported to General Manager with three regional sales managers as direct reports. Supervised 12 contract sales agencies. Introduced series of new products. Tripled the division's annual sales in less than 4 years.

Arlington, Va, Us

Senior Engineer – Space Shuttle Powered Flight Guidance McDonnell Douglas Technical Services Company (now Boeing) - Houston, Texas Mission Planning & Analysis Directorate (MPAD), NASA- Johnson Space Center April 1982 to November 1984, Reporting to the Integration Manager of Powered Flight Guidance, supported mission planning through test, analysis and revisions to code of Shuttle ascent guidance algorithms using Space Vehicle Dynamics Simulator (SVDS). Supported Shuttle missions 4,6, and 8 from Guidance Officer support console at Mission Control facility.June 1980 to April 1982, Reporting to the Task Manager of Electrical Power Systems Analysis supported Shuttle mission planning through analysis of Orbiter power consumption and loading throughout the mission profile in relation to fuel cell constraints and available consumables budget.

Mba Management Certificate, Business Administration, Management And Operations

Ms, Electro-Optic Engineering

Bs, Major - Physics, Minor - Operations Management