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Parker, Co, Us

Manage SW projects and Simulator update projects.Design, Code and Integrate Flight simulation display software for incorporation into larger Flight Simulator for Boeing Aircraft.

Arlington, Va, Us

Coordinate the modification and incorporation of the Command and Telemetry Database utilized for the S-NPP Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) program. Define and implement process for modification and release of the C&T Database.

Arlington, Va, Us

Sustainment Lead over the C3S Software area for Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) Common Ground System (CGS).Selected as recipient of Technical Honors distintion for IIS Division

Arlington, Va, Us

Maintenence of the Telemetry & Command and Eval components for Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) Common Ground System (CGS). Software products include C++, C, Java, Shell Script, Fortran 99 using Microsft and Cygwin environments.

Denver, Colorado, Us

Jeppesen technical representative in EFB discussions for current and future projects with BoeingIntroduced and Implemented Continuous Integration, Test Driven Development and a Hybrid Pair Programming concept to follow a Agile-style processIntroduced Functional Point Analysis for task decompositionWorking with Project Management to identify and measure Earned Value more accuratelyDefined new Coding Standards for use with C# languageDefined new Software Engineering Plan for Cross-Platform developmentRewriting 70% of application in C# utilizing some existing key components in C++ for multi-class project creating bridge components between C# and existing native/non-managed codeConsistently and successfully deliver product to Customer on time and within budgetWorked to change internal processes (Waterfall to Iterative) to provide a more efficient work flow from Systems Engineers, Architecture, Development and Test groupsAssist Project Management with task identification during project definition phase Design adhered strictly to Human Factors guidelines for Pilot Workload defined by BoeingRefactored legacy C++ classes to be more efficient and reduce application start-up time by 20% for Class 1 projectSuccessfully maintained and improved legacy C/C++ code base for Class 3 projectAnalysis of Defect and Enhancement Change requests Participate/Present at PDR/CDR/CCBs with internal disciplines and with customerIntegration of application using VMWare and target hardware locally and at customer siteDesigned and coded EFB application to DO-178B Level D also following Boeing D6 StandardsConverted older projects into Visual Studio 2005 to provide an increase of application stabilityUtilized Model-View-Controller architectural pattern for MFC-based code implementationIntroduced tailored RUP process to legacy waterfall programReviewed and approved Software Requirements, Code and Tests

Denver, Colorado, Us

Developed Ground Viewer framework for Terminal Charts application using C# and VB on scheduleIntegrated Aircraft Interface simulator for Terminal Charts application debug environmentOne of Three developers assigned to design and develop Ground Viewer on short scheduleCreated Windows-based command line tool to create aviation LSAPsUtilized Boeing proprietary interface for part packagingSuccesfully maintain and improve legacy C/C++ code baseUtilization of Model-View-Controller architectural pattern for MFC based code implementation

Denver, Colorado, Us

Denver, Colorado, Us

Promoted within first year to Lead/Coordinator position of Baggage Transfer areaLowered missed flight baggage transfers by 30%Worked with management and HR to improve work environment99% on-time turn around rate for all flights handledWorked with management to reduce operating costs in Baggage Transfer area by 10%Lead, direct and train Ramp Service Agents in their normal duties and approve finished workGround service of aircraft including load/unload, air starts, pack/secure cargo and equipmentMarshal/tow, block, pushback, de-ice and wave off aircraftReceive, route and dispatch of cargo and passenger baggage according to company procedures

Seattle, Washington, Us

Completely re-organized back stock room for efficiency and maintainabilityCustomer Service to support sales to client of correct merchandiseMaintain proper and clean storeStock merchandise for visual display completeness and accuracyShip and Receive stock for store

Increased nationwide B2B sales from 50 to 300+ accounts adding over 20 multi-year contractsDoubled annual revenues first year, Achieving 125% sales goal second yearDeveloped and implemented company's marketing for its business productsSuccessfully entered four new markets for both sales and rental products including marketing to the country music industry (attracted over 15 country music touring groups)Implemented new rental software tracking system for rental businessCreated company processes to maintain no lost inventory 2 years in a rowSales & Rentals of Two-Way radio systems and equipment to C-Level executivesIncreased and maintain clients through phone, networking, hospitality events, trade shows and CRMManaged office staff of five, along with sales staff and shipping & receiving departmentMaintained internal computer network and desktop systems

Increased B2B sales by 25%, meeting and exceeding sales goals each yearHelped client companies transition from paper-based work place to integrated office environmentDeveloped and implemented company's marketing for its business productsWeb Design & Computer Sales to C-Level executivesSupplied consulting, web design and computer sales for small to medium sized companiesProvide web-based user interface for purchases and data gatheringCreated customized applications for display of client information on the Web

Participated in analysis and modification of requirements development and documentation for interactive television converter box projectWorked directly with client to determine stakeholder needs for interactive television converter box projectDeveloped initial screen prototypes using C++ in multi-OS environment (Windows/Unix) ported to 68020 target processor for interactive television converter boxRecommended and implemented PVCS to manage code and document revisions for interactive television converter boxDesign utilizing Rational Rose for Object Oriented Design of embedded system software

Successfully reached Initial Design and 1st Prototype Phase within projected timeline for GPS-based Avionics Navigational System projectSoftware development using FAA DO-178B Level B Standards for GPS-based Avionics Navigational SystemStructured analysis and design, applying Yourdan/DeMarco’s real-time system methodology for GPS-based Avionics Navigational SystemUtilized OOD for the Command System Module for GPS-based Avionics Navigational SystemImplemented system and maintenance code units in C++ for GPS-based Avionics Navigational SystemPorted developed code from Windows environment to a Motorola 68360 target processor running pSOS OS for GPS-based Avionics Navigational SystemUtilized Rational Rose to design software system for GPS-based Avionics Navigational SystemUsed PVCS to manage code and document revisions for GPS-based Avionics Navigational SystemParticipated in Requirements, Code and Unit Test reviews of all software created for GPS-based Avionics Navigational System

Successfully helped meet first flight deadline for FAA Acceptance of Boeing 777DO-178A Level A Flight Certification testing of Boeing 777 AIMS systemEmbedded system software test for an AMD 29050 based system using ADA and C languagesAutomated and Manual testing using In Circuit Emulator to facilitate Structural coverage of codeCreated tests and documents for requirements and structural based coverage for DO-178A approval and Boeing D6 StandardsWorked directly with customer to determine needs and incorporate them into requirements and designCreated complete Requirement to Code to Test traceability matrixParticipated in reviews of Software Requirements and Software Design Documents

Security Clearance obtainedAccelerated responsibility to oversee 4 Display areas, including RadarTasked to support software on Flying Test Bed prior to Customer DeliveryWorked directly with the Air Force to determine needs to incorporate into requirements and designStructured analysis/design using Waterfall/Top-Down real-time system methodology and Hatley/Pirbhai's real-time system specification methodologyCreated new and modified legacy software using Jovial for an embedded 1750 based processor systemCreated and modified design, code, functional and unit test modules for the Cockpit Display System (GUI)Participation in Technical Interchange and Change Control Meetings with Management and Air Force personnelUtilized Software Through Pictures CASE tool in OpenWindows environment based on Sun SparcStationsVerified module and system code on test stands in standalone and integrated environmentsCompleted Life Cycle Development using Mil-Std-1553 StandardsParticipated in CMM SEI 3 achievement with the organizationParticipated in reviews of Software Requirements Document, Software Design Document Utilized CMS to manage code and document revisions

Master Of Science (M.S.), Technical Management

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Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Computer Science And Engineering