Gary S. Novotnak
Broadview Heights, OH 440-***-****
*********@***.***
Technician
Electronic Technician Electromechanical Service Technical Support
Executive leader with expertise in all facets of electromechanical maintenance within high-profile industries such as NASA. Skilled in collaborating with all members of the organization to achieve all objectives. Instrumental in streamlining and improving processes, enhancing productivity, and implementing technology solutions. Possess current Top Secret Clearance. Experience in modifying and developing processes and procedures testing specialized equipment and quality assurance functions.
•Consultative Sales
•Problem Mitigation
•Repairs & Maintenance
•Industry Networking
•ISO Compliance
•Competitive Intelligence
•Avionic Electronic Wiring
•Fabrication
•Test Scenario Calibration
•NASA
•Automation
•Soldering Certified
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Swagelok, Solon, Ohio 2016 – 2017
Assembler, Level 4
•Prepared work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists; gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials.
•Maintained safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
•Fabricated and machined equipment to construct components to support operation.
•Diagnosed mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical problems separate from the process.
Orbital Research Inc., Cleveland, Ohio 2015 – 2015
Lab Technician
•Assembled and built small projects with improvements that enhanced productivity.
•Performed field testing according to IPC standards.
•Operate lab equipment and complex computer programs to perform their tests.
Jacobs Engineering (NASA), Brook Park, Ohio 2004 – 2015
Electronic System Mechanic
•Installed, modified, overhauled, maintained, troubleshot, repaired, rebuilt, aligned, and calibrated electronic ground and airborne electronic systems.
•Performed pretest, operational (functional), or final testing of electronic environmental systems, components, or subassemblies.
•Utilized safety practices and procedures, complies with security regulations, directives, and policies, and maintained a safe and clean work area.
•Evaluated operational characteristics of the integrated systems by observing and analyzing waveforms, voltage/current/power indications, computer registers or printouts, optical presentations, and instrument readings.
AKIMA, Cleveland, OH 1999 – 2015
Electronic Technician
•Assigned, directed, and reviewed the work of subordinate employees, consisting of technicians and clerical staff.
•Reviewed work and made adjustments as necessary to effectively and economically accomplish the work
•Initiated and participated in review and improvement of work methods, organizational features, and achieve optimum content.
•Resolved informal complaints and grievances; reviewed and approved or disapproved leave requests and time and attendance. Ensured subordinates complied with safety regulations
Cortez III (NASA), Cleveland, OH 1994 – 1999
Electronic Technician
•Provided engineering technician assistance to quality assurance specialists, engineers, and supervisors by conducting engineering type analyses and evaluations.
•Fabricated avionics electronics for space shuttle program.
•Designed and developed experimental research instruments, devices, and system components for projects with undefined or uncertain performance requirements and incomplete or conflicting data.
•Recommends changes in circuitry or installation specifications to simplify assembly and maintenance.
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
Electronic Technician Certificate, Electronic Technology Institute
Soldering Certificate, IPC JSTD-001E
Soldier Training, Lorain Community College
Soldering Certificate NHB 5300, Weapon Spec, Lorain Communtiy College
CTS Group Award
Secret Test Completion Award
Group Achievement Award