Adjunct Professor

• Aug 2023 - Present

Quality Assurance Supervisor

• Jun 2020 - Present

Quality Assurance Technical Lead

• Feb 2019 - Jun 2020

Quality Assurance Specialist

• Apr 2013 - Feb 2019

Electronics Mechanic

• Nov 2007 - Nov 2008

Electronics Technician II

• Apr 2006 - Nov 2007

Worked as a Range Communication System(RCS) technician contracted for support through the United States Army. The RCS system is a terterpol spec digital trunking system developed by EADS and used in many public service roles in Europe. This system is used for Observer controller communications and post wide communications within the Fort Irwin area of operations. Applied comprehensive technical knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting manufacturers manuals' and similar documentation. Displayed knowledge of malfunction and fault isolation. Performed functional testing consisting of operational and diagnostic checks, corrective maintenance and repair, troubleshooting and replacement of LRUs. Worked alone during swing shifts as required by mission standards set forth by the army. Tracked job work orders using the Maximo software system. Performed preventive maintenance on solar panel sites that controlled various military communication and electrical systems. Responsible for installation and de installation of vehicle communication systems in HUMVEEs and military track vehicles. Reprogrammed all equipment associated with the RCS systems to work in the computer database controlling transmissions. Installed 96 Modified Cat6 lines to establish connectivity within a new Command and control building. Show less

Senior Radio Repairer/ Squad Leader

• Aug 2004 - Apr 2006

Senior Radio Repairman and Squad leader for 11 soldiers during Operation Iraqi Freedom III. Responsible for quality assurance and repair of all SINCGARS and night vision devices for a Forward Operating Base of 2000 personnel. Supervised groups of 9 soldiers on combat patrols in a hostile area. Supervised 11 soldiers on daily shifts of tower guard duty to ensure the protection of 2000 soldiers located in out Forward Operating Base. Assisted the Platoon Sergant in identifying and balancing workload among the soldiers. Communicated, coached, and mentored 11 soldiers resulting in promotions for 5 of them to Sergant. Responsible for installing communications systems in irregular configurations to ensure all assigned vehicles had communication capabilities prior to deployment. Properly handled encryption devices to comply with army COMSEC standards. Ensured that all soldiers were trained and supervised in all aspects of their career to include equal opportunity polices, promotion potential and personnel management. Counseled soldiers on a monthly basis to ensure they understood responsibilities for career progression, personal growth and expectations as professional soldiers. Established multiple policies to improve processes during combat operations and increase unit and personnel safety Show less

Senior Radio Repairer/ Squad Leader/ Information Management Officer

• Jun 2003 - Aug 2004

Performed complex and multi-failure task. Provided technical and procedural assistance to subordinates. Tested equipment to localize and diagnose causes of malfunctions. Performed difficult or complex repairs of defective components, sub assemblies, and related cabling. Ensured that all NSA approved components were used in controlled cryptographic item repairs. Performed quality control inspections for a regiment of 1500 soldiers. Assigned additional duties of supervising the personal and professional growth of 7 junior soldiers and mentoring their progress. Managed network accounts for 40 personnel and 25 computer systems to include all related resources. Responsible for wiring a 2 story building with cat5 cabling to ensure all computers had network access. Responsible for administration of unit urinalysis program. Conducted random urinalysis sampling to ensure proper Army regulations were upheld. Ensured that all soldiers were trained and supervised in all aspects of their career to include equal opportunity polices, promotion potential and personnel management. Counseled soldiers on a monthly basis to ensure they understood responsibilities for career progression, personal growth and expectations as professional soldiers. Show less