ANTHONY J SHAFFER
***** *** ****** ****, *****, Maryland 20657
**************@*******.***
Software Engineer
Professional Profile
. Skilled in use of Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 and Eclipse programming
tools
. Experienced programming in Java, C++, C++/CLI and mySql programming
languages
. Experienced creating Windows graphical user interfaces in a .NET
environment written in C++/CLI for various programs
. Experienced using Real Time Innovation's Data Distribution Service
Middleware
. Experienced using PrismTech's Data Distribution Service Middleware
. U.S. citizen
Education
. BA, Computer Science, Math Minor, Saint Mary's College of Maryland,
Saint Mary's City, MD, GPA 3.2, 2009
. AS, Computer Science, College of Southern Maryland, La Plata, MD, GPA
3.7, 2006
. Teacher's Assistant in college: Intro to Computer Science I & II,
Discrete Mathematics
. Programming Languages: Java, mySql, C++
Experience
Coherent Technical Services Inc, Lexington Park, MD 2009 - 2010
Software Engineer
. Designed publisher/subscriber software using RTI's ndds (proprietary)
and PrismTech's OpenSplice (open source) middleware software for use
with the Mudbucket bus data overdriver.
. Designed and implemented Windows graphical user interfaces for use
with publisher/subscriber software using RTI's ndds (proprietary) and
PrismTech's OpenSplice (open source) middleware software.
. Provided daily feedback to design team on progress with
publisher/subscriber software project.
. Participated in setting team goals during monthly planning meetings.
Progeny Systems, Inc, California, MD 2007
Summer Intern
. Participated in writing data requirements for project involving mine
location/removal for the U.S. Navy.
U.S. Air Force, Honorable Discharge 1978 - 1983
Avionics Intermediate Shop Repair Technician
. Tested and repaired avionics (electronics) suite for F-15C/D aircraft.
. Maintained and repaired computerized avionics test stations.
. Maintained a Secret level security clearance.
. Became Non-Commissioned Officer in 1982.
. Provided on-the-job training.
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Maryland National Capital Park & Planning Commission, Upper Marlboro, MD
1997 - 2005
Auto Repair Technician
. Performed fleet maintenance for the Parks and Recreation fleet for
Prince George's County.
. Performed automotive and truck maintenance and repairs in teams.
Master Auto & Truck Technician certifications, Maryland Master
Certified Emissions Technician.
. Served as Union Shop Steward, successfully representing Maintenance
Shop employees during labor/management conflict negotiations.