Sharon R. Harmon Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles, CA, US

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Arlington, VA

• Initiated and managed cutting-edge research programs in support of the managers within the Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) for the Department of Defense (DoD), specifically:micro-Position, Navigation, and Timing.
• Lead on the program development for Photonics Array for Star Tracking Applications (PASTA) research initiative
• Typical support included: research on relevant topics, preparation of program pitchesfor Office and Agency directors, performer program-proposal review/evaluation ofprogress, assistance with Broad Agency Announcement.

College Park, MD

• Operated cash register for completion of sales
• Trained new employees
• Supervised employees and stood as store POC when serving as Floor Manager
• Made recommendations to customers based on their unique symptoms
• Created custom herbal blends, and teas to assist customers with their ailments
• Brewed custom teas for the employees to enjoy:)

• Conducted research for the advancement of microwave RF photonics / analog optical links
• Research investigation in the following application areas:- Optical subsampling for broadband RF signal recovery and disambiguation- Constructing pulse sources through optical comb generation- RF photonic front-ends.
• Derived mathematical models to predict link behavior and validate throughexperimental measurement
• Engaged in a team environment that was sometimes required to produce deliverablesbased on prototype research and given specifications
• Relayed significant findings to the community through refereed journal publications
• Presented/participated in conferences that pertained to the research when relevant

• Supported program managers within DNDO in technical program developmenttoward nuclear defense technologies
• Served as a reviewer on technical proposals as part of program source selections
• Managed and assisted in program evaluations consisting of travel to sites where theresearch was being performed
• Coordinated conferences for programs’ reviews

• Supported program managers within the Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) inthe initiation and management of cutting-edge research programs for the Departmentof Defense (DoD), specifically:Nano Electro Mechanical.
• Typical support included: research on relevant topics, preparation of program pitchesfor Office and Agency directors, performer program-proposal review/evaluation ofprogress, assistance with Broad Agency Announcement.
• Played the role of program manager when necessary
• Attended a variety of technical conferences/program reviews to keep well-informed
• Received a certificate for Project Leadership training (E.S.I.)

• Utilized MATLAB to perform a variety of analysis and optimization tasks on AirDefense radar and target tracking systems for Cruise/Ballistic Missile Defense
• Designed an algorithm to detect the maneuver of a turning or diving threat toeffectively improve weapons scheduling
• Performed IR focal plane restoration through MATLAB animation on live data tocontribute to an IR/radar fusion problem
• Integrated a Fortran radar model into a larger combat system simulation/analysis tool
• Enhanced combat system simulations in a variety of ways to improve their capabilityand fidelity
• Presented professional documentation of work completed via both oral and writtencommunication

• Research projects involved the characterization and optimization of implanted/co-implanted SiC for high temperature applications
• Researched the optimization of p-type ohmic contacts through TLM device fabrication
• Gained significant hands-on experience with cleanroom tools, e.g. SEM, TEM, mask-aligners, spin-coaters, CVD, high-temp furnace for annealing, etc.

B.S, Electrical Engineering

M.S, Applied Physics

Sensors & Sensor Systems, Nanomaterials, Physics of Semiconductor Devices, Optics, Materials Science, Quantum Mechanics

Education record

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