Summary

Dedicated, productive and analytical software professional with a wealth of experience in Software Verification and Validation (V&V), Quality Assurance, Performance Testing, Research and Development activities and Engineering Processes (CMMI, ISO and MIL-STD, DOD and US Air Force Form 1067).

Familiarity with DOD, Air Force systems acquisitions, and program management. Providing technical support to develop acquisition strategies, Technical Requirements Documents (TRD), Technical Orders (TO), Project Implementation Plan (PIP), and Risk Assessment Matrix (RAM).

Experience with Tactical Data Link (TDL) software solutions for Military Defense contractors for bringing advanced Battlefield Tactical Communications into the live operational environment.

Experienced in Mission Planning Hardware and Software solution for various Military Aircraft. Working knowledge of MIL-STD and DOD Processes with regard to the business and engineering requirements.

Experienced in testing Host/Terminal systems using the state-of-the-art Battlefield Operational Support System (BOSS) software for Link 11 and Link 16 networks.

Trained and experienced in the handling of classified media and operation of classified platforms. Experienced in testing Client/Server Systems for Mission Planning: Advanced Computer Flight Plan (ACFP), Flight Plan Route Optimization (F-PRO) and Digital Aeronautical Flight Information File (DAFIF). Testing Client/Server Systems for Video On-Demand Applications, Set-Top devices; Cable Software, RF Communication and Head-end Network.

Engineered all aspects of SW/HW testing including test planning, unit/ functional test, system and performance testing, verification and validation testing for procurement of FDA 510 (k) clearance.

Experienced with manufacturing of medical devices and testing embedded software for medical equipment. Guided the development process for performance, conformance to specifications and performed process validation (IQ, OQ and PQ). Implemented process controls to produce high quality products and participated in continuous product quality improvement.

Technical Summary

Languages: C, C++, Jscript

O/S: Windows: NT, 2000, Windows Server 2003/2008/2012, XP x64, Vista, Windows 7/8/10,

Windows CE 6.0, and Linux

Back End: Database: MS SQL Server 6.5, 8.0, 2005, 2008, 2012; My SQL, Oracle

Tools: MS Office 2010/2013, ClearQuest, Lotus Notes, Bug tracking databases, FogBugz Web-based, Test automation tools, DOORs Requirements Tool, TTPRO, Software Configuration Management (SCM), Source Safe, MbUnit, XML Ghost, VMware.

Others: MIL-STD, AF Acquisitions and 1067 Process, CMMI, TCP/IP Networking, ODBC, MS Internet Explorer, Hard disk drive manufacturing, Software V&V for 510(k) Clearance, Management of Medical components assembly, 6 Sigma and Process Capability, Statistical Process Control, Standard Deviation.

Clearance: DOD Secret (Active)

Experience

Abacus Technology Corporation, Hanscom AFB, MA. (Contractor) June 27, 2016 – Present

Abacus Technology provides infrastructure support for the Air Force Network (AFNet) Gateways program office, Command, Control, Communication, Intelligence and Networks (C3I&N) Directorate under the ETASS program at Hanscom AFB.

Network Engineer /System Engineer

Provide system engineering and technical supports for the Network Time Protocol (NTP) Servers modernization, and the Microsoft System Center Configuration Management projects due to End of Life /End of Support (EoL/EoS) hardware platforms and applications.

Work with the Chief Engineer to propose an engineering solution that is cost effective and compliant with the AF 1067 process, and coordinate with the Change Team for the Change Control Board (CCB), and the Validation Certification Board (VCB) review and approval.

Develop or review Acquisition Strategies, Technical Requirements Documents (TRD), Technical Orders (TO), Project Implementation Plan (PIP), and Risk Assessment Matrix (RAM), Test Plan and Test Procedure.

Participate in the installation, configuration and testing of the hardware platforms in the Hanscom Collaboration and Innovation Center (HCIC) /1435 lab.

Coordinate project activities with vendors, and other program offices such as 26 NOS at Gunter AFB, AFNIC at Scott AFB, and AFSPC /CYSS.

Environment:

Air Force Intranet Network Control (AFINC) Gateway, Integrated Management Suite (IMS), Hanscom Collaboration and Innovation Center (HCIC) /1435 lab.

Advanced Instruments, Inc., Norwood, MA June 26, 2013 – June 22, 2016 Advanced Instruments is the leading manufacturer of automated microbiology systems for research, food, dairy and environmental sciences laboratories, and pioneers the colony counting and cell counting systems, spiral plating system and neonatal Bilirubin analyzer.

Senior Software Test Engineer

Lead and conducted the software V&V testing of various medical devices prior product launch into the market. Conducted the software V&V of the cerebral spinal fluid counting system for the procurement of the FDA 510 (k) clearance.

Developed the overall software V&V documentation (test protocol and report, test script and results) to meet the expectations of the FDA reviewer for the 510 (k) clearance.

Provided and maintained a detailed milestones plan of the software V&V testing, and coordinated all related tasks (dry–run, formal test, review and approval).

Worked diligently with software developer identifying and reporting software bugs and ensured that the software is robust prior to lockdown of the release candidate.

Administered the bugs tracking system, FogBugZ, provided adequate details of the software and firmware bugs and defects found in dry-run test and V&V testing, and proactively communicated (1-on-1, via email or CCB) with the project team members in order to disposition and resolve the bugs.

Environment:

Biomedical Engineering: Embedded software for medical devices, biopharmaceutical applications for Osmolality testing, and Software V&V for procurement of FDA 510 (k) clearance.

Analogic, Peabody, MA (Contract w/ Symphony Services Eng) February 4, 2013 – June 25, 2013

Analogic is the leading provider of the most advanced medical and security imaging systems including Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Motion Control, Explosive Detection and Advanced Nuclear DNA Analysis equipment.

Consultant: Embedded Software QA Engineer

Lead the overall test for Advanced Nuclear DNA Analysis systems software. Collaborated with software development engineering team to ensure that completed software systems and supplier-developed software operate within accepted and approved specifications. Developed software requirement test procedure and performed software verification and validation and document results.

Tactical Communications Group (TCG) LLC, Tewksbury, MA April 12, 2010 – January 5, 2013

TCG is a leading provider of Tactical Data Link (TDL) software solutions for military communications systems. TCG’s customers include the U.S. Air Force and Navy, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and defense organizations worldwide.

Software Test Engineer

Analyzed detailed software requirements and design documents and developed top level Test Plan/Approach documentation for qualification of new features/components for the Battlefield Operational Support System (BOSS) Simulator software.

Conducted complex regression tests for advanced Department of Defense tactical communication data link systems.

Generated complex test data/script inputs to be used in support of test procedures for the BOSS Simulator.

Project Lead Qualification Test Engineer for BOSS Map Upgrade project. Conducted peer reviews for test plan documents and formal test procedures. Conducted Project Requirements and Design Document Reviews.

Worked independently during qualification cycles by closing assigned problem reports, identifying and reporting new problems, conducting formal qualification of new features and classified components, and running assigned regression tests.

Environment:

Tactical Data Link (TDL) for Link 11 and Link 16 networks that are highly structured communication links used by the military for the transmission and exchange of tactical data among joint and coalition partners on their weapon system platforms such as the B-2, JSTARS, F-15, F-16, F-18 and F-22.

Battlefield Operational Support System (BOSS) Simulator with its state-of-the-art World Map deployed on various weapon system platforms by Boeing, US Air Force and Navy, Lockheed Martin for integration, training and testing.

TYBRIN Corporation / Jacobs Technology, Nashua, NH October 20, 2008 – February 2, 2010

TYBRIN provides the U.S. & Coalition Forces with comprehensive support for Mission Planning Systems from design and development, to fielding and sustainment.

Hardware / Software Test Engineer

Planned and coordinated Software requirements tests on applications/components designed for integration into Mission Planning Systems. Provided requirements traceability showing links between Software requirements to specific test cases.

Created test procedures documents and test data for the Test Event; and participated in creation /maintenance of test plans and schedules for the project. Documented failed tests in the defect tracking system and proactively communicate the results.

Worked closely with Software Developers and System Engineers analyzing the requirements, identify a baseline set of Test Events, and set schedule estimates and timelines.

Collaborated with Systems Engineer, Software Developer and Integrated Product Team (IPT) lead over test design and conducted the reviews, inspections and approvals of test cases.

Lead the effort to develop exhaustive tests and report test status/progress, made recommendations on improving and automating the test execution.

Environment:

Tanker, Airlift, and Special Mission (TASM) and Mission Planning Environment (MPE) which includes Client JMPS features: Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance /Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Compliance.

Flight Plan Route Optimizer (F-PRO) database in a Service Oriented Architecture combined with Advanced Computer Flight Plan (ACFP), Digital Aeronautical Flight Information File (DAFIF) provided by National Geospatial Intelligence Agency (NGA).

Navic Networks, Waltham, MA May 15, 2006 - July 31, 2008

System Test Engineer

Responsible for the development and execution of test plans for Client/Server applications for Video On-Demand.

Provided and delivered test requirements and strategy for new features and functionalities for the Client/Server application.

Demonstrated test plan development and implementation for all supported Set-Top devices in the Cable head-end networks.

Performed extensive system load and stress testing, establishing threshold, isolating bottleneck, and system recovery.

Experience in testing embedded clients and DNCS for Cable Head-end Software.

SeaChange International Inc., Maynard, MA, December 16, 1996 – October 21, 2005

Senior Software QA Engineer: (Lead QA Engineer for Ad-Insertion product, Project Lead of new Video Server; Test lab manager)

Developed regressive, logical test plans for product functionalities, robustness and performance to be executed on Video Servers for Advertising and On-Demand.

Experienced in testing the backend database: testing installation, configuration, stores procedures and performance. Performed manual testing of SQL scripts and stores procedures.

Assumed the responsibility for creating and maintaining system configurations required for testing. Administrated lab equipment, responsible for capital planning and inventory.

Project Lead for new Video Server. Ran weekly meetings and coordinated all tasks related to this product by all functional groups. Coordinated with Development & Release Engineering Team test plans times and risk factors.

Environment:

Ad-Insertion: Distributed client/server application that inserts Ads into TV network streams. Video-On-Demand: Delivery of digital content over Cable TV and IP Network. Hardware System: Database Server, Video Server, Cluster, RAID 2/5 System, Set-Top box

Digital Equipment Corp. /Quantum Inc., Shrewsbury, MA April 1, 1994 – March 31, 1996

Lead Assembler III

Lead the production team in a Disk Drive Assembly line and worked closely with engineers, support groups and managers. Managed a highly productive team of 30 people that consistently exceeded performance and production targets. Experienced in clean room protocol, environmental requirements/audits, and manufacturing requirements of hard drives against (ESD) electrostatic discharge. Trained all direct labor personal in the implementation of procedures for ISO 9002 Certification.

Nypro Corp., Clinton, MA August, 1985- August, 2000 (F. Time: 1985 – 1991 / P. Time: 1991 – 2000)

Quality Assurance Inspector

Performed inspection for conformance to specification using standard measuring devices. Analyzed data and charts to provide feedback to process and quality engineers. Participated in continuous product quality improvement, leading to company’s long term contracts with customers and increase in annual revenue. Experienced with Statistical Process Control, Control Charts, Acceptance Sampling, Standard Deviation, Sigma and Capability Process (CPk’s). Experienced with numerous tools and methodologies for bio-technology products for GMP/GLP/FDA compliance.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science, 1996, - Fitchburg State College, Fitchburg, MA

Associate in Computer Information Systems, 1992, - Quinsigamond Community College, Worcester, MA

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