OBJECTIVE: To obtain a challenging position as an Electro/Mechanical
Designer - Drafter. Utilizing my experience solving or assisting
design challenges. I am goal oriented, self starter and team
contributor. Strong background in parametric 3D modeling, knowledge of
engineering principles, rapid prototyping, and PCB design. Proficient in
developing conceptual designs, assembly level layout and necessary
supporting documentation packages. Involved in fastener selection, sheet
metal, machined parts, and defined assemblies/parts for proper fit.
Proven knowledge of DOD Military Standards, ASME, ANSI and GD&T.
EXPERIENCE: 2013-2013 Sierra Lobo (NASA)
Kennedy Space Center, FL
Design Specialist III
Supports the design and development of ground support launch
equipment for the Space Launch Systems (SLS) Saturn rocket.
Utilizing KSC Pro Engineer Creo and Windchill PDM (KDDMS) and
Autocad Electrical software. Creating and/or modifying 3D
complex launch accessories, enclosures, racks and panel designs
in compliance with government, KSC, ANSI/ASME and GD&T
standards. In some cases convert heritage designs into 3D
models and drawings. Finalize complete drawing package, while
working in PDM environment.
2006-2012 L-3 Communications, Linkabit
Melbourne, FL
Mechanical Designer
Worked on DOD communications and signal intercept products.
Involved in 3D electrical-mechanical designs, machined
housings, sheet metal chassis, detail parts and cables for a
number of different product lines. Provide feedback to
Engineers for refinement of design and functionality using
Solidworks, AutoCAD, Visio, PADS software. Generate production
level engineering drawings and associated lists; documentation
to include mono details, multi detail, cable assemblies,
electro-mech assemblies, Interconnect diagrams, exploded
assembly drawings. Finalize complete drawing package, while
working in PDM environment. All documentation to meet Military
standards, ASME 14.5, ANSI, some GD&T. Assisted/Checked
drawings for accuracy proper notation, dimensions and
tolerance. Write and incorporate ECN's. Responsible for
generating mockup models using L-3's "Z Printer 310 Plus"
before going out for first build.
2003-2006 Mnemonics, Inc.
Melbourne, FL
Senior Designer
Performed electrical-mechanical design work for Defense and
Commercial-Aerospace electronic systems for land, sea and air.
Providing 3D modeling, major layouts, and detailed drawings of
electro-mechanical layouts, assemblies, multi-detailed, cable
assemblies, sheet metal chassis, utilizing Solidworks, and
AutoCAD. Designed high density multi-layer RF and Digital
PCB's using PCAD software. Created conceptual designs through
final documentation package for design reviews. Writing,
incorporating ECN packages.
2000-2002 K.B. Electronics, Inc.
Coral Springs, FL
Electro-Mechanical Designer
Modeled 3D complicated assemblies, injected molded parts, new
product designs for motor controls with finger safe covers and
large heat sinks. PCB Layout of high power double sided SMT/TH
boards. Created technical documents from conceptual design
through final documentation package for design reviews, using
software: Solidworks, AutoCAD and PADS Power PCB. Also
presentation of "Mockup" model's for management presentations.
Writing, incorporating ECN packages.
EXPERIENCE: 1998-2000 Harris Corporation
Palm Bay, FL
Designer 1
Modeled 3D mechanical parts, assemblies for small robotic
fixtures. Created formal documentation packages for design
reviews. Writing and Incorporating ECO's on several different
projects. Utilizing industry software, Pro E and AutoCAD.
Drawings to ASME Y14.5M-1994 and DOD-D-1000.
1996-1998 Comsat RSI
Duluth, GA
CAD Layout Designer (self-employed contractor)
Mechanical layout design of earth station antennas, various
sized. 2d Layout of feeds, wave guide, panels, hub, truss,
reflector and sub-reflector. Creating all associated
assemblies, piece part drawings, Bill of Materials and complete
documentation package for release Involved in writing and
incorporating ECN's. Using AutoCAD software.
1992-1995 Q-Bit Corporation
Palm Bay, FL
Designer II
Designing hybrid substrates, SMT & thru hole PC boards for
hybrid and connectorized RF amplifiers. Creating production
level drawings of components, machined housings, assemblies
from rough sketches and verbal instructions. Coordination with
other internal departments affected by design-development using
AutoCAD, TangoPCB software and utilizing MIL-STD-100-1991, ANSI
Y14.5M-1982 and IPC-SM-782.
CLEARANCES: Confidential, Secret, Top Secret (not current)
INTERESTS:
Artist, oil and acrylic painting, graphite, sweep rowing,
sculling.