Engineer Electrical

DARIN BRADSHAW

*** **** ****, ******, *********** 06334

860-***-**** 860-***-**** *************@***.***

SENIOR TEST ENGINEER

PROFILE

Highly dynamic and results-oriented professional, offering broad-based experience and hands-on skills in system

integration, including fiber optic terminating, succession planning, execution, and regulatory compliance.

Dedicated to providing excellent supervision, motivation, training, and troubleshooting to cross -functional teams

toward the achievement of set goals. Armed with the ability to manage multiple activities and projects to deliver

positive results within a budget, and schedule. Equipped with strong technical, analytical, and communication

skills; with the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Diverse project management experience,

successfully leads cross-functional teams.

AREA OF EXPERTISE

Oscilloscope Multi-Meter Spectrum Analyzer Signal Generator Fiber Optics Production Planning Test Network

Analyzer Cable Installation Troubleshooting Project Management Soldering Communication Surveillance System

RF Applications and Development Cost Reduction Problem Solving Power Tools Submarine Communication

Hand tools Punch Tools Blueprints System Integration Information Technology OTDR Telecommunications

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ELECTRIC BOAT–GENERAL DYNAMICS COMPANY Groton CT

Senior Test Engineer 2009 Present

Oversee the management of the entire life-cycle of the Virginia Class Submarine C4ISR Communication,

Navigation, and Surveillance Systems.

Led and directed a team during system installation, and integration phase of the Virginia class radio room

on several ships ahead of schedule and on or below budget.

Designed, constructed, and managed an on-site electronic repair facility.

Perform numerous functions in application and development of combat, weapons, communication, and

surveillance systems.

Supervise the design, implementation, testing, and software requirement analysis for sensor and weapon

systems.

Responsible for executing the design, development, integration, testing, drawing reviews, and ISEA

support of the common submarine radio room.

Spearhead drawings, development, scheduling, testing, and risk management for navigation and

surveillance system.

Take charge of meeting company financial budgets, schedules, and quantity goals by generating program

metrics analyses for the upper management.

Execute purchasing and keen inspection with cable harnesses and mechanical kits upon arrival before the

shipboard installation.

Engage and monitor the deployment of new tools and engineering standards; render support with all

projects at Electric Boat; and demonstrate knowledge gained from feedback for future work.

Spearhead and implement process improvement projects by leading the Operating Team.

Played a lead role supporting testing and training on VA class submarines located at Pearl Harbor Naval

Shipyard.

Electronic Test 2006 2009

Took charge of on- and off-duty safety controls, system preparation, and quality assurance regarding non-

propulsion electronics systems used on submarines to support system testing.

Initiated testing of internal communications, non-tactical data processing, TSMS, and ships control.

Secured proper working condition of NPES system through tag-outs and executed pre-energize safety

checks before the operations took place.

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DARIN BRADSHAW

187 Lake Road, Bozrah, Connecticut 06334

860-***-**** 860-***-**** *************@***.***

Execute organized troubleshooting measures to certify, and maintain electrical systems and devices.

Electronics Mechanic 2002 2006

Directed the installation of bulkheads with brackets and screws using hand tools; while also threading

wires through conduit terminals, which included connection boxes, circuit breakers, voltage regulators,

and switch panels.

Installed and performed preventative maintenance on electrical panels, switches, transformers, and

distribution systems.

Influence high level of quality during equipment, and harness installation to support non -propulsion

electronic systems on Los Angeles, Seawolf, and Virginia class submarines.

Performed the installation of cables, pulling of copper, fiber optic cables, and cable trays along with

troubleshooting of electrical wiring, cable assembly, fiber optic termination, link loss testing, fixtures, and

equipment for all electrical services aboard submarines in a shipyard facility.

Gained extensive experience in analyzing and following manuals, schematic diagrams, methods,

blueprints, and other specifications.

Proficient in the use of Mil-Spec hardware, Panduit crimping tools, Leviton products, grounding methods,

test procedures, and various hands tools.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Electrical Trades Apprentice Program General Dynamics Jul 2006

Electric Boat Groton, CT

Graduated at the top of the class

Fiber Optic Training Course

Certificate in Termination and Testing of Fiber Optic Systems June 2004

Kitco Groton, CT

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Training Course Feb 2003

General Industry Safety and Health Groton, CT

National Electrical Code 2014

Department of Defense Security Secret Clearance

Journeyman Electrician

Production Management

Lock-Out Tag-Out Certified

Connector Plug Termination and Installation Certified

Quality Control Training Course

Adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certifica tion

AWARDS

Employee Recognition Award 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013

Process Improvement – 2013

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