Project Technician
Resume:
Jeffrey Douglas
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
*********@*****.***
Electronics Technician
Industry expert in electronic and mechanical troubleshooting and repair
with an excellent understanding of project planning, cost estimation,
reading schematics, maintenance manuals, and project reporting. Safety
focused with an analytical approach to design and manufacturing minimizing
repair costs and downtime without sacrificing quality or personal safety.
. Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
techniques using a variety of tools and test equipment, as well as
strong math and physics skills.
. Ensure smooth business operations by following project timelines,
incorporation of customer needs, and technical support.
Core Competencies
Component Level Troubleshooting ? Project Management ?
Test Engineering ? Soldering ? Continuous Improvement ? Sourcing
Pneumatics ? Electronics ? PLCs and Ladder Logic
Technical Summary
Applications
Computer-Aided Design
Test Equipment
Machining Methods
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Project, Outlook, Access
SolidWorks, Electronic Workbench
Multi-meters, Oscilloscopes, Specialized Testing Equipment
Various CNC Machines, Drill Press, Lathe, Grinders
Professional Experience
U.S.S.I., Inc. - Columbia City, IN
03/2010 - 07/2010
Sr. Electronics Technician
Method development for testing audio systems including basic functionality,
system optimization, failure, and performance analysis. Collaborate with
customers, designers, and development engineers to arrive at mutually
beneficial goals on all projects. As Senior Electronic Technician, worked
in conjunction with the design engineers to ensure the requirements for new
audio products are met. Coordinated the analytical side of product failures
to determine root cause. Developed new technical solutions to actual
projects in order to save money and improve products.
Accomplishments:
. Increased throughput of production line by 20 percent.
. Developed new production methods to reduce new product failure by 30
percent. Saved several thousands of dollars in rework costs.
Tippmann Sports, LLC - Fort Wayne, Indiana
2002 - 2009
Product Development Engineer
Responsible for the design and development of manual and electronically
actuated pneumatic paintball markers and accessories. Managed file
translations and drawings updates. Developed solutions for cost reduction
through a variety of existing product redesigns. Developed a more robust
electronic triggering system. Technical expert in plastic injection
molding, mechanical, CAD and production issues. Developed new technologies
in order to produce better, safer and less expensive products. Technical
counselor on highly technical issues for the plants.
Accomplishments:
. Developed three major product platforms and various accessory
platforms resulting in over $10 million in products sold.
. Reduced to-market time of new products through high-speed video
troubleshooting.
. Transitioned electronics assemblies overseas to save $70K year in
production costs.
United States Air Force - Bossier City, Louisiana
1996 - 2000
METNAV Journeyman
Electronics technician responsible for on-site installation, service,
repair, integration, testing and troubleshooting of meteorological and
navigational electronic systems. Performed preventative maintenance on a
variety of RF, Laser, and Radar systems. Implemented remote computer
access to navigational and radar systems to quickly evaluate and correct
outages, effectively reducing downtime by 30 minutes per occurrence.
Accomplishments:
. Honor graduate from Air Force Electronic Tech School.
Education
University - Purdue University Fort Wayne, Indiana
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering Technology
Technical School - U.S.A.F. Electronics Technical School Biloxi,
Mississippi
Certificate of Basic Electronics Training
Certificates -
Project Management - Skillpath International, Inc. Fort Wayne, Indiana
J Standard Soldering - Ivy Tech Fort Wayne, Indiana
Significant Achievements
. Four utility patents on pneumatic paintball markers and accessories
. Certificate of Meritorious Service from government of Saudi Arabia
. Honorable Discharge from United States Air Force
. Dean's list while attending college
. 99.9% GPA while attending Air Force Electronics Technical School
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