L. Mark Thompson
**** ******* ****** *.*. #***, Washington, D.C. 20020
202-***-**** (Home Telephone)
************@*****.*** (e-mail address)
Professional Summary
I am seeking a Computer Engineering/Quality Assurance position within an
exciting and professional environment to utilize my dynamic array of
professional skills; and, enhance these skills to perform more effectively.
* Solid organization, communication, prioritizing, and problem-solving
skills.
* Ability to communicate effectively with management and all staff.
* Able to work independently and meet deadlines.
* Aware for protocol for working in a clean-room environment.
* Has a working knowledge of VHDL, C++, Obj-C, and Intel x86/MIPS Assembly
Language.
* Used software packages such as Xilinx, Logic Works, IntelliSuite, Mentor
Graphics- ADK, AutoCAD, MultiSim, XNA Studio 3.1, and Visio to design,
simulate, and demo various projects.
* Computer literate in SLDCADA Payroll Program, Quickbooks, Microsoft Word,
PowerPoint, Excel, Access, WordPerfect, Maximo v6, Lotus Notes.
* Proficient use of various Operating Systems (i.e. Windows (Vista/XP/7)
and Linux (Red Hat and Ubuntu.)
Academic Projects
2010 Senior Project Washington, D.C.
Design of a Smart Meter for Power Consumption
2009-2010 LSAMP Summer Research Washington, D.C.
Design of a Multi-Cycle Processor
2010 Microsoft Imagine Cup Washington, D.C.
Game Design
2008 Class Assignment Washington, D.C.
Design of a Digital Clock
Relevant Courses
* Computer Organization I/II * Operating Systems
* Dig. Integ. Circ. Des. (VLSI) * Electrical Circuits II
* Micro-Electromechanical Systems * Assemblers and Systems
* Computer Architecture and Design * Dig. Circ. Des. (VHDL)
Clearances
Secret (BEP Active)
Professional Experience
2009 - Present LIFE Seeds Inc. Washington, D.C.
Quality Control Manager
* Responsible to the Program Manager to develop, implement and administer
an effective, economical, proactive Quality Control Program (QCP).
* Oversee adherence to the procedures and policies of the Quality Control
Plan.
* Utilizing modern testing equipment, manage the Document Management System
to ensure compliance to OSHA regulations and other governmental policies
and procedures.
* Interface directly with functional area managers, subcontractors, and
Government Quality Assurance (including QA evaluators).
* Investigate, analyze and resolve quality deficiencies (i.e. Quality
Control and Compliance Inspections) to ensure problems are corrected in a
timely manner.
* Analyze results and coordinate with departments to resolve discrepancies;
responds to deviations by assessing the impact on customer satisfaction and
contractual compliance.
2009 - Present Univ. of the Dist. of Columbia Washington,
D.C.
Engineering Lab Manager
* Oversee day-to-day department operations of Electrical Engineering labs.
* Supervise staff and give technical direction, delegate staff
responsibilities.
* Plan, direct and coordinate daily activities of a department/group/team.
* Ensure that the labs have the necessary components and equipment for
experiments.
2006 - 2007 Washington Group International Manassas, Virginia
Preventive Maintenance Coordinator
* Confirmed supplies for projects using technical drawings.
* Verified delivery of usable parts and kept an inventory of shop
equipment.
* Coordinated testing of safety equipment with various departments.
* Installed new safety equipment; including, but not limited to, wiring,
grounding and initial testing of new equipment.
* Performed preventive maintenance on various equipment around the site.
* Used Maximo Workflow as well as Maximo Service Desk to run reports for
daily operations and time tracking.
* Utilize the Facilities SCADA Network to monitor the status of the sites
gas detectors and leak switches.
1999 - 2001 United States Army Fort Huachuca, Arizona
Electronic Warfare Intercept Repairman
* Installed, operated and maintained intercept, electronic measuring and
testing equipment.
* Used oscilloscopes, multi-meters, spectrum analyzers, and other
electrical troubleshooting devices.
* Installed and maintained Linux based network systems.
* Used block diagrams, schematics, flow charts, and other technical
documents.
* Supervised a group consisting of fifteen (15) to twenty (20) personnel.
Education
2003 - 2006
University of the District of Columbia Washington, D.C.
Major- Electrical Engineering (Associates of Technology Degree)
2006 - Present
University of the District of Columbia Washington, D.C.
Major- Electrical Engineering (Bachelor of Science Degree)
Certifications
2007 Hazardous Waste Operator and Emergency Response Manassas, VA
AEG Services
Professional Affiliations
University of the District of Columbia Academic Senate
Student Representative 2009 - 2010
Univ. of the D.C. Microsoft XNA Team (UDC Gamers)
Game Designer/Level Designer 2009 - 2010
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)
University of the District of Columbia
Events Coordinator/Inter-Organizational Representative 2009 - 2010
Undergraduate Student Government Association
Student Senator 2009 - 2010
(School of Engineering and Applied Sciences)
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated
Gamma Lambda Chapter
Financial Secretary 2009 - 2010
Vice President 2005 - 2006
Secretary 2004 - 2005
Treasurer 2004 - 2005
National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc.
University of the District of Columbia
Vice President 2005 - 2007
Military
Top Secret Security Clearance Honorable Discharge United States
Army
References Upon Request
Richard Dotson
Washington Group International
Elaine Blair
Dept. of Navy- Strategic Systems Programs
Dr. Esther Ososanya
University of the District of Columbia (most recent supervisor)