James V. Crosby

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Jacksonville, FL 32210

904-***-****

acqx67@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

ENGINEERING PHYSICS graduate who is highly motivated and outgoing with experience in analysis of structural members, materials science, control of mechanical systems, approximations of mathematical models, 3D CADD design, welding, heat transfer, programming, oral communications, written communications, circuit design, leadership, teaching, tutoring, etc.

*Education

*Educational Experience

*Work Experience

*Software

Education

St. John’s River Community College Palatka, FL

Associates in Arts April 2004

*ABET Accredited

*4.000 GPA

*Summa Cum Laude

*President of Phi Theta Kappa

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) Daytona Beach, FL

Bachelor of Science in Engineering Physics May 2007

*ABET Accredited

*3.515 GPA

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) Started: 08/13/2008

Masters of Engineering Physics Withdrew 02/03/2010

*3.400 GPA

Educational Experience

Speech I & II

*Learned proper business communication techniques and draft more powerful proposals.

*Drafted a design proposal complete with an MRP to give a persuasive speech to seek project funding. Design was for a roller coaster and used GSD workbench in SolidWorks.

Graphical Communications

*Learned how to make sketches of parts by hand on 3D graph paper.

*Introduced to CATIA v5 and learned how to produce professional design proposals by modeling a simple machine.

3D-CADD & Engineering Documentation

*Used advanced workbenches in CATIA like Generative Shape Design, Sheet metal Design, Assembly Design, etc.

*Worked with a group to model a complex machine (a bicycle) and submitted a design report.

Space Systems Design 1 & 11

*Worked in a group with three other people to build a picosat for the CUBESAT design competition.

*Evaluated the previous teams design and decided that it was not feasible and starting from scratch was the only option.

*I designed the structure and components using CATIA, fabricated and ordered parts for mounting internal and external components, determined the best and most efficient method to mount the scientific payload (Thermal Electric Generator), built a test model, and documented my progress.

*Presented the project to the department at the end of each semester using MS PowerPoint.

Engineering Materials Science with Lab

*Learned about the stress strain relationships of different materials, performed tests on some materials, and studied different molecular structures of materials and the effect that different methods of fabricating had on the strength of these materials.

*Studied different forms of failure in materials and learned good engineering practices to ensure safe design.

*Put together a team to investigate a failed device, determined the cause of failure and ways to prevent future occurrences, and presented our findings through demonstration and PowerPoint. Performed material and material cost analysis to determine alternate engineering methods.

Finite Element Method (FEM)

*Learned the analytical approach to the FEM discussed in Numerical Methods.

*Studied the stability of static, structural members experiencing different loads to determine shear, stress, and strain factors to predict failure.

Numerical Methods

*Learned how to model physical systems using numerical analysis with MatLab.

*Involved solving non-homogeneous differential equations by obtaining the approximate solutions from the ordinary differential equations and adjusting error using Newton-Raphson, Runge-Kutta, etc.

Spacecraft Dynamics and Control

*Modeled dynamic systems and studied their stability using the Lyapunov Theorems (analytically and using functions in MatLab) and the eigenvalues of the characteristic equations.

*Applied controls to these systems to force stability using state-space control methods.

Advanced Space Physics

*Studied the atmosphere’s temperature profile using the upper and lower hybrid frequencies, species generation, and density profiles found by studying the spectral emissions collected from a sounding rocket with an onboard spectrometer and comparing the species UV absorption with the blackbody radiation curve from the sun.

*Studied the plasma densities in the magnetosphere by analyzing the physical processes of magnetic reconnection, Kelvin-Helmholtz instability at the boundary, and electron precipitation in the auroral zone utilizing data from a sky cam (collecting spectral emissions) and solar flares.

Work Experience

Self Employed Interlachen, FL

Consultant for Fifth Labs, LLC 09/15/2014 – 04/30/2015

*Performed physics based research for possible new products and technology.

*Used marketing analytics to advise on best internet marketing campaigns and estimated cost.

*Modeled a mechanical Venus flytrap using SolidWorks based on new technology and advised on types of materials to use (MRP).

Kellog, Brown, & Root, LLC (Rock Tenn Paper Mill) Jacksonville, FL

Millwright 01/15/2014 – 01/22/2014

*Temporary job assignment.

*Performed routine maintenance and inspection of paper machine.

*Replaced faulty parts and safety appliances.

Dotson & Brothers Stucco Palatka, FL

Multi-Craft Construction Worker 04/29/2013 – 09/15/2014

*Perform demolitions and home repairs including framing, painting, and stucco

*Read and interpret blueprints for repairs and new construction of residential homes.

Kellog, Brown, & Root, LLC (Rock Tenn Paper Mill) Jacksonville, FL

Aluminum Welder 11/26/2012 – 12/07/2012

*Temporary job assignment.

*Fabricated, welded, and installed aluminum safety appliances.

*Inspected and made repairs to safety appliances.

Self Employed Middleburg, FL

Paralegal, Web Development 01/2010 – 04/25/2013

*Helped numerous attorneys throughout the state build defenses for clients and draft motions.

*Started a nonprofit organization.

*Learned basic web development and internet marketing techniques.

*Performed several successful internet marketing campaigns.

ERAU Daytona Beach, FL

Teachers Assistant/Tutor Lab Supervisor 08/2008 - 01/2010

*Taught introductory chemistry labs to pay for tuition.

*In charge of the physics/chemistry tutor lab which involved the scheduling of tutors, having routine meetings to address problems and evaluate the competency of tutors by preparing physics problems, and tutoring students on the proper methods to solve physics problems.

Personal Daytona Beach, FL

Quantum Physics Tutor 01/2009- 05/2009

*I was a private tutor in quantum physics for a student that needed help passing the class because he was taking it as an independent study.

*I held a two hour class three days a week which was a one hour lecture followed by a one hour problem solving session.

*The tests were administered by the original professor and the student received an A.

Reliable Rail Services Green Cove Springs, FL

Welder/Fitter 02/15/2008 – 08/09/2008

*Performed cosmetic repair on box cars (including spray painting) for a contract with U.S. Sugar.

*Used forklifts to install center walls, top chords, side sheets, and support angles.

*Cut, fit, and welded new material (sheets, plates, and channels) to box cars ensuring structural integrity.

*Experience in aluminum, stainless-steel, and steel MIG welding.

Cook Jacksonville, FL

Crystal River Seafood 08/2007 – 02/10/2008

*Cook seafood and steaks.

ERAU Daytona Beach, FL

Freelance Paper Grader 01/2005 – 05/2007

*Graded homework assignments for various classes.

ERAU Daytona Beach, FL

CATIA Tutor 08/2005 – 12/2005

*Helped students with CATIA V5 homework, tutorials, and projects.

*Helped with meeting deadlines by improving students’ methods, knowledge, and confidence.

*Ensured progression of knowledge through evaluation.

INTEGRATED COMM. TECH. (ICT) Greenbelt, MD

Java Programmer 06/2005 – 08/2005

*Worked with a team consisting of three other people to develop a java program making NASA images available to blind users using sound.

*Logged hours and documented progress of project by writing reports.

*Gave power point presentations to inform others of the project.

SONNY‘S BAR-B-QUE Palatka, FL

Floor Manager 05/2002 – 12/2003

*Responsible for various managerial duties including inventory and replenishment of stock, helping employees perform their tasks, secretarial work, pleasing the customer, and securing the facility for closing.

*Evaluated employees on their quality and productivity while providing them with insight on better techniques through example.

*Helped with improving waste management to increase profit.

Software Skills

Engineering: CATIA v5/SolidWorks, ProE, Some AutoCad, MAPLE, Code V, Visual Basic C++, Java, MatLab, MS Visual Studio, Apache

Other: MS PowerPoint/Excel, Windows XP, MS Office Professional, Eclipse, Blue Bird, CoffeeCup

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