* Architect firmware and hardware systems to support development of novel hardware musical instrument platforms* Lead a team of hardware and firmware engineers to develop emerging products and to maintain current products* Provide technical vision and steering to the Executive Team* Provide individual contributions to solve challenging technical issues

* Software and firmware development supporting both strategic programs and product development.* DSP-based grid-tied inverter firmware development.* Develop and maintain Windows client software for inverter control and support.* Most recent work involves development of firmware and controls for large scale battery-based energy storage systems.

­ * Develop new features incorporated into major releases of the Advantage suite of casino management applications and databases* Support release of service packs and hotfixes for multiple legacy product branches* Interface with product management and product assurance to ensure a quality product and customer satisfaction

­ * Tested the IGT Advantage System suite of casino software and systems * Designed and authored software tools to support portions of the QA process * Developed test plans and methodologies to support quality product releases

­ * Developed hardware and logic sub-system for a 5 axis motion control system used in a hard disk drive media certifier by a major hard drive manufacturer* Designed and developed semi-automated test fixtures for the product line. Included design of test fixture hardware as well as development of controlling software and GUI* Rapidly adapted proven designs to new markets. Included repackaging, alteration of physical interfaces, or other requirements determined by customer needs* Contributed to the technical content of non-governmental and governmental project proposals leading to successful contracts* Responsible for product maintenance of the LA2000 linear amplifier, an industry standard linear spindle drive amplifier in the media certification and servo-writer industry. Redesigned to streamline manufacturing and avoid part obsolescence* Acted as an engineering liaison to manufacturing and testing to see product through to completion* Supported sales efforts with customer site visits to guide and troubleshoot system installations

* Performed tests and collected data for R&D of new products or features* Prototyped and tested new circuits* Diagnosed and repaired circuits using oscilloscopes, multi-meters, and logic analyzers * Assisted engineering in tasks including ECO execution, part re-sourcing, and lab maintenance

­ * Performed electronic assembly of inverters and linear amplifiers by following product assembly manuals* Prepared wire sets and harnesses using crimping and soldering techniques* Provided feedback to engineering by suggesting ECOs for easier assembly or more reliability