Clarence E. Wellman

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Martinez, Georgia 30907

706-***-**** (H)

706-***-**** (C)

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Technical Skills:

Subject Matter Expert in Satellite Communications in both the commercial and tactical environment for over 25 years. Provided Maintenance support in all aspects to include systems, network, satellite, voice, or video circuits. Instructor with 6 years of experience. Ground Mobile Forces (GMF) Satellite Terminals, Lightweight Multi-band Satellite Terminal (LMST), Naval Messaging Terminal, SHF Line-of-Sight Terminals, Global Broadcast Service (GBS), Commercial C, Ku, L, Ka, S, and X-Band Satellite Experience, Promina, and IDNX. Experience in Windows-Based Platforms, Networking, Hardware, and Software troubleshooting, Harris and Thales family of radios. Over 25 years of communication and electronic maintenance experience. Substantial background in communications and communications connectivity. Experience with SATCOM and network communication systems, iDirect, Raydyne, and Comtech modems, fixed and auto-acquiring antennas, spectrum analyzers both local and remote based applications.

Employment History:

BAE Systems, Chesapeake, Virginia: April, 2011 – July, 2012

Communications Repair Specialist for Special Operations Command (SOCOM). Responsible for the maintenance of all FOSOV equipment in various MRAP and other vehicular platforms. Responsible for Line-of-Sight (LOS) Thales and Harris SatCom radio equipment, Electronic Countermeasures System (ECMS), FBCB2, Joint Platform Tablet (JPT), ROVER-4 and OSRVT operations and maintenance, field imagery, and other various communications equipment specifically designed for the Special Forces community. Provide training on all of the Family of Special Operations Vehicles (FOSOV) equipment. Advanced troubleshooting experience from the equipment to the antenna.

EPS Inc. Tinton Falls, New Jersey: Feb. 2009 – Jan. 2011

Instructor Global Broadcast Service (GBS). Responsible for fielding and training over 122 systems at 12 sites. Trained over 300 students in the operation and maintenance of the GBS system. Performed upgrades and updates to Window Based Server applications to include configuration and integration of Skystream and International Data Casting Corporation (IDC) Integrated Receiver/Decoders (IRDs) and KG-250 operations and upgrades. Performed and trained IP configuration and multicast operations to bring student from entry-level to Subject Matter Expert (SME) level of expertise.

DRS Technical Services Inc. (Spacelink) Dulles, Virginia: Sept. 2004 – Jan. 2009

Operated and maintained commercial SatCom systems throughout the world. Monitor satellite links to ensure service level agreements are met. Experience ranges from various manufacturers, legacy to modern. Provide technical expertise for performance and configuration of complete system. Performed advanced troubleshooting and programming of all SatCom equipment to include Comtech and Raydyne modem-related issues and IDNX / Promina troubleshooting. Performed routine system maintenance and administrative functions to include: system configuration and modifications; adding, removing, or replacing hardware and software items; system startup, shut down, backup and restore; database administration and maintenance and system user access control. Performed remote assistance for novice technicians in the commissioning process of new sites with the satellite providers. Responsible for the design, fabrication, and installation of several stations worldwide. Highly competent in the use of test equipment to include Spectrum Management Tools used to isolate interference, noise level changes, and satellite anomalies to include local and remote spectrum analyzers. Conducted periodic analysis of system performance. Designed and reviewed Link Budget Calculations and Transmission Plans for accuracy and to identify any discrepancies. Supervised the operation and maintenance of satellite communication systems in several locations to include reconfiguration, conversion, and cutovers. Maintained documentation on modem configurations and RF statistics as well as technical readings and trends. Able to supervise satellite team as well as operating independently at remote sites.

Military Experience: United States Marine Corps (September, 1987 to August, 2004).

Satellite Communications Technician:

AN/TSC-85C and 93C GMF Satellite Terminals: Responsible for the operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of all GMF Common Satellite Communication Terminals to the component level. Advanced knowledge Multiplexing, Frequency Conversion, TDMA, FDMA, Antenna Propagation, End User Level Troubleshooting, component level repair. Vast knowledge of Test Equipment including but not limited to Oscilloscope, Frequency generator and Counters, Data Tester, Multimeter, Spectrum Analyzer, and Fiber Optic devices.

AN/TSC-96A Naval Messaging Terminal: Responsible for the operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of the NAVMACS Terminal. UNIX based server, DAMA, Radio receivers, Fleet Broadcast circuit, End User networking capabilities, and component level troubleshooting and repair.

Maintenance Manager: Responsible for the input, repair, ordering, and tracking of repairs and parts received. Supervised over 40 Marines during the maintenance process to ensure proper repair standards were maintained. Performed Quality Control and ensured repairs were performed within specifications.

GMF Satellite Communications Technician Instructor, Fort Gordon, Georgia:

Curriculum Developer/Instructor (December 2000 – August 2004):

Instructor, Fort Gordon, Georgia. E-7 (Gunnery Sergeant) in 2001.

Curriculum Developer and Administrator for all the Marines Corps Courses taught at Fort Gordon, Ga. Developed and implemented a basic electronic course that entailed basic electronics, communication and antenna theory, satellite communications, and test equipment. Utilized curriculum to train entry level and advanced Marines for satellite training. Possess over 2,000 hours of instruction with over 200 Marines taught at all levels. Ground-level development of Lightweight Multi-band Satellite Terminal (LMST) to include fielding planning and design changes.

Security Clearance:

Top Secret SCI Currently Active)

Education:

Basic Electronics, Radio Fundamentals, Microwave (SHF) Equipment Repair Course (1987-1989). 29 Palms, Ca.

Satellite Communication Technician’s Course (1992). Fort Gordon, Ga.

Advanced Soldering Course (1993). 32nd St. Naval Base, San Diego, Ca.

LST-8000 Satellite Terminal Repair Course (1994). Falls Church, Va.

NAVMACS Terminal Repair Course (1996). 32nd St. Naval Base, San Diego, Ca.

Master Instructor, Curriculum Developer Course, Formal School Instructor Course, Administrators Course (2001) Camp Johnson, NC

TRADOC Instructor Course (2001) Ft. Gordon, Ga.

(Both Army and Marine Corps instructor certification)

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