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United States

Nashua, New Hampshire, United States

• Perform incoming, in-process and final testing on all MIL-SPEC Satellite Communications Systems (SATCOM), using various testing equipment (Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators, Spectrum Analyzers, Digital Multi Meters (DMM), Power Supplies and various test fixtures), and documentation (Schematics, Process Sheets, Test Procedures, BOMs and Test Data Sheets).• Troubleshooting experience using schematics and various testing equipment.• Perform tests and failure analysis on various components including Digital Compass Assemblies, RSSI Receivers, Power Supplies and Low Noise Block (LNB) assemblies supplied by external vendors. Communicate findings to vendors, resulting in the identification of root causes and resolution of the failures.• Load licenses and software onto Panasonic CF-33 Toughbook laptop computers and make changes to the BIOS settings to set passwords and to disable ports and functions for use by the military.• Final test SATCOM systems using indoor simulation range and outdoor military satellite.• Perform final Product Acceptance Tests (PAT) on MIL-SPEC SATCOM systems.• Evaluate, troubleshoot and perform repairs on customer returns (RMAs).• Light RF and debugging experience.

Nashua, New Hampshire

• Perform sub-assemblies, wire harnesses and top-level final assemblies on Satellite Communication Systems. (Typhoon, Typhoon II, Taranis and PRS-11 military KA-Band portable suite communications systems).• Train assemblers to perform all production functions while maintaining a safe ESD-compliant work environment correctly and safely. Assigned daily tasks and production priorities to team. • Collaborate with engineering and management on prototype builds and the creation, redlining and proofreading of Manufacturing Process Sheets and blueprints. Hand solder surface-mount and thru-hole components using a microscope. Mount components such as transformers, resisters, transistors, capacitors, integrated circuits and sockets on chassis panels. Perform crimping tasks - MIL-SPEC and JST-style crimps - and assembly of RF cables.

Chelmsford, Massachusetts

• Production of SATCOM and Non-SATCOM complex slip ring assemblies for Bell Helicopter, Inc. Tasks included: sub and final assembly of rotor de-icing systems. Prepared sub-assemblies for mounting and performed electronic assembly operations such as MIL-SPEC wire termination, wire harness, cable assemblies.• Production of complex slip ring assemblies for Raytheon Corporation’s Predator Drone. Tasks included: Soldering point-to-point wiring using class 3 best practices. Responsible for sub-assembly to final assembly of units as well as RTV sealing completed assemblies. Performed troubleshooting, testing and made touch-up repairs to completed units, as necessary.

Lowell Ma

• Performed daily internal audits of manufactured products to ensure proper usage of software and labeling.• Inspected, identified, and resolved the presence of defective units prior to shipping.• Trained to operate and perform troubleshooting functions on various manufacturing machines: LPKF Laser Welding machine, Seho and Vitronics wave solder machines (Lead and lead-free) and IPTE Dial Table automated assembly machine as well as operated and trained on MRSI 505 & 605 Pick and Place machines to assist as required based on business needs.• Worked alongside engineering conducting computer tests on prototype automotive RF sensors for accuracy, range and leak status to meet customer specifications.• Developed, implemented, and administered manufacturing processes, ensuring that production teams build products according to specifications and shipping plans.• Trained assembly technicians to perform work functions correctly and safely in all production area sections and machinery, and to maintain safety standards and requirements.• Administered compliance of all production efforts according to Lean Manufacturing and 5S standards implemented across all operational departments in production areas as well as assessed equipment performance and coordinated required repairs, communicating with managers to escalate critical quality issues.

Lowell Ma

• Built and tested sensor assemblies according to established safety, work, and quality assurance standards.• Maintained the production area and individual workstations and operated SMT machines (MRSI 505-605 Pick and Place) for both ARS and SRS PC board diode and component placements.

Certificate, Information Technology/Multimedia

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