Derek R. Belanger
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(C) 207-***-**** (E) acn115@r.postjobfree.com
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Summary
Adaptable, motivated, self-directed technician with extensive maintenance and
troubleshooting experience. Able to perform complex, detailed work, according to strict
procedures, under a variety of conditions, to include clean rooms, open sewers, moving ships,
and hostile weather. Well traveled, with a diverse education, able to integrate seamlessly into
any workplace and liaise successfully with a variety of clientèle.
Highlights
AC/DC Circuits Electronics Navigation Systems Synchros & Servos
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Communications Electronic Theory Power Distribution SOP
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Computer Hardware Fiber Optics Power Supplies Soldering
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Conflict Resolution Instrumentation PLC Technical Writing
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cGMP Metrology Quality Assurance Troubleshooting
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Digital Logic Motor Drive Circuits Radar Systems Validation
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Education
2012 - Present Harvard University Extension – Cambridge, MA, USA
Master of Arts: English Language and Literature. Expected 2016.
2007 - 2010 Southern New Hampshire University - Manchester, NH, USA
Bachelor of Arts: English Language and Literature, Cum Laude
Minor in Art History. Earned on Active Duty, NAS Brunswick, ME.
2002 - 2010 United States Navy – Electronics Technician
Technical Core, Combined Shore Communications Technician (1415),
Meteorological Equipment Technician (1413), WSC-3/UHF DAMA Technician
(1425). Surface Combat Systems.
Experience
OPK Biotech - Cambridge, MA, USA.
09/2011 - 12/2013
Metrologist
Calibrated facility, laboratory, and production instrumentation in accordance
with cGMP standards. Coordinated calibration lab assets. Maintained
instrument database and documentation. Authored and reviewed calibration
SOPs as required.
Crosspoint Engineering - Westwood, MA, USA.
09/2010 - 09/2011
Field Calibration Technician
Performed contract calibration for clients in accordance with cGMP standards.
Contracts included:
Genzyme (Feb 2011 to Sep 2011): Calibrated instrumentation in support of
Biosurgery, Rare Disease, and R&D activities in the Greater Boston Area.
Massachusetts Water Resource Authority (Sep 2010 to Jan 2011):
Maintained instrumentation in support of MWRA water and sewer operations
in the greater Boston area. Coordinated activities with MWRA leadership and
facility operators. Directed co-workers in the field.
United States Navy -
09/2002 - 09/2010
Electronics Technician
Scheduled and performed yearly Preventative Maintenance (PM) tasks in
accordance with 3M directives (ref: OPNAVINST 4790.4E). Directed personnel
in daily accomplishment of general military and technical duties. Advised
career development of junior sailors. Monitored health and welfare of assigned
personnel. Coordinated tasks with NATO and non-NATO personnel. Liaised
with foreign nationals in a variety of countries to include Angola, Republic of
Congo, Gabon, Ghana, Iceland, Italy, Montenegro, Sao Tome, and Spain.
Duties Included:
ET, Naval Air Station Brunswick, ME (Oct 2007 to Sep 2010):
As a member of Air Operations, Ground Electronics Division, NAS Brunswick,
performed and directed maintenance of ground communications,
meteorological equipment, and integrated security systems, in support of
COMPATRECONWING FIVE, 3 VP squadrons, one reserve VP squadron, 32
tenant commands and SERE Northeast at Rangeley, ME. As a work center
supervisor, directed tasks of personnel in day to day operations of mobile
electronics work center. As lead petty officer of Ground Electronics
Division, coordinated and directed personnel in support of command closure,
effecting the redistribution of over 25 million dollars of Navy assets.
ET, AS-39 Emory S Land, Italy (Sep 2005 to Jun 2007):
As a crew member of AS-39, USS Emory S. Land, performed and directed
maintenance of shipboard electronics, to include communication, navigation,
and radar systems, in support of Sixth Fleet repair and logistical operations.
Awarded Meritorious Unit Service Commendation for operations in West
Africa.
ET, NCTS, Iceland (Jan 2004 to May 2005):
As a member of Naval Communications and Telecommunications Station,
Iceland, maintained a variety of communications, radar, and submarine
detection systems, along with ancillary equipment in support of NATO
operations in the associated theater.