Engineer Software
Resume:
DAVID JAKOBSEN
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QA SOFTWARE/HARDWARE FUNCTIONAL TEST ENGINEERING
ANALYST
Delivery through Personal Performance and Leadership
PROFILE
Highly experienced automation/ software/ hardware test engineer with a record of developing and supporting successful, high-ROI,
IS / IT projects and solutions incorporating a wide range of applications and technologies. Consistently recognized and tasked to
improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency through leadership that aligns the business processes and IT infrastructure to
realize cost savings, accelerate performance, and sustain strategic flexibility.
A welcome addition to any team, with a
demonstrated ability to deliver highly critical
projects with tight schedules and budgets, willing
and able to function in any role necessary to ensure
project success and on-time project delivery.
Results-driven senior software test engineer who
has successfully directed cost-reduction projects.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Performance Optimization • Process Improvement • Quality Assurance • IT Strategy • Mentoring
Customer Service • Training • Hardware Testing • Software Management • Peripherals
Software Testing • Project Management • Team Leadership • Performance Testing •Test Automation • System Integration
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB)
ACTIVE SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE/ TSA e-QIP
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Brogden Enterprises, Inc. Huntsville,Al Mar. 2014 – Present
Test Engineer
Member of the programming team responsible for the design, development and enhancement of AMSAA websites. Developed sprint
planning, test planning and requirements for programming team. Responsible for developing and implementing test plans and testcase
utilizing Microsoft Test Manager, Microsoft SQL, and Visual Studio 2013
GENCO Technology Solutions Memphis,Tn May. 2013 – Mar.2014
Sustaining Test Engineer
Responsible for validation, improvements and maintainence of automated Labview (Labvie 2010 & 2013) test solutions for wireless
and wireline telecommunication products, accessories and components for AT&T U-verse and VDSLproducts. Responsible for first
level test engineering analysis of test systems hardware, failure trends, and test process improvements in a high volume reverse
logistics facility. Perform test data analysis to evaluate test station performance using Cp/Cpk and Gage R&R tools. Provide all
engineering support to technicians and operations for all test equipment In Memphis facility. Worked closely with internal and external
customers to ensure test solutions meet customer needs, requirments and AT&T Gold standards. Provided feedback into the design of
new test solutions, in order to optimize equipment downtime, false failure rate, and test cycle time. Developed technical procedures for
proper test station setup, operation and maintenance.
EBSCO Industries, Inc. Birmingham,Al Oct. 2012 – May.2013
SQA Software Test Engineer
Responsible for developing test plans and testcase utilizing Microsoft Test Manager, Microsoft SQL, and Visual Studio 2010.
Examine, validated and tested large scale software development and deployment projects as well as helped design and build systems
that can explore various use cases and scenarios. Collaborated with the SCRUM team and product owners to develop high-quality
software solutions.
Safran Morphotrust Nashville,Tn Feb. 2012 – Oct. 2012
Software Performance Test Engineer
Responsible for developing and performing automated performance and functional testing for an Java and .NET enterprise application
with a kiosk and web portal interface. The enterprise application collects and processes user and biographical information.
Biographical data includes fingerprints, pictures, retinal imaging, facial recognition and applicant information. Kiosk include testing of
hardware devices for collecting fingerprints, imagery and payment data. Developed procedures and implemented new performance
automation tools. Develop Telerik test cases for regression and performance test. Utilized a scrum development model.
Army DOD / Contractor Fort Knox, Ky Oct. 2011 – Feb. 2012
Software Evaluator/ Senior Software Test Engineer
Responsible for developing and testing procedures for validation of multiple enterprise software applications for the Army HRC
command. Supported mainframe, web and client server applications.
Wyle Labs / CAS Contractor Huntsville, AL Feb. 2011 – Oct. 2011
Senior Software Test Engineer
Key leader responsible for developing and testing procedures for certification of voting systems to the voluntary voting systems
guidelines 2005 standards as set forth by the US Election Assistance Commission while developing and testing procedures for the
preliminary validation of online voting systems for federal voting assistance program to the uniformed and overseas citizens absentee
voting act requirements and utilizing a CMMI Level 3 defined process. Implemented and developed manual validation and
environmental test for voting machine hardware certification.
SAIC Huntsville, AL Mar. 2009 – July 2010
Software Test Engineer / Test Lead PFPS / XPlan
Led a team of software test engineers in the development and FQT release process of PFPS 4.3 army mission planning system. while
maintaining responsibility for coordinating user test events for newly developed applications and coordinating DRs to implement
changes. lead daily team meetings and weekly development meetings with suppliers and developers.
Developed and implemented test campaign for C-
27J PFPS mission planning application. Worked
with test pilots to validate avionics load processes
and verify file formatting via PCMCIA medis on an
embedded avionics computer.
Continental AG Huntsville, AL Feb. 2006 – Mar. 2009
Senior Functional Test Automation Engineer / Software Engineer (Automotive Radios)
Effectively maintained, developed, and supported automated board level functional test line while managing annual calibration
planning, preventive maintenance activities, test plan development, test case development, and defect reporting.
Worked with a team involved in the development
and implementation of a turbo flash tool for
programming embedded st10 and sh4 devices,
which resulted in a decrease of three minutes in test
time per board and a $250,000 savings.
Supported engineers in the development of final
system level test and assembly while supporting
multiple radio platforms and developing new
hardware and software applications for process
improvements.
Developed and maintained Factory automation
equipment and robots. Utilizing Allen Bradley,
Omron & Siemens PLC controls systems.
IPTE USA Huntsville, AL Apr. 2006 – May. 2007
Field Service Engineer / Test Automation Engineer/ System Integration
Successfully maintained responsibility for field service of all IPTE automation equipment in the United States, primarily for
supporting Siemens VDO / Continental AG customer requirements while installing and developing automated functional test lines
(ATE).
Effectively worked with design engineers in
developing improvements for a newly released state
of the art laser marker while managing initial
software debug for new radio burn-in rack and
developing software test applications using IPTE
frameworks for testing automotive radio Pcb's.
Installed and developed automated functional test
lines (ATE). Responsible for developing software
test applications using IPTE frameworks for testing
automotive radio Pcb's. Worked with design
engineering in developing improvements for a
newly released state of the art laser marker.
Managed Initial software debug for new radio burn-
in rack.
Maintained PLC controls systems (Allen Bradley,
Omron & Siemens) and Embedded controller
systems
Benchmark Electronics Huntsville, AL Nov. 2001 – Apr. 2006
Lead Hardware Test Engineer, Lead Functional Test Engineer, and Project Engineer / Sun
Maintained responsibility for all customer returns including interfacing with SQA engineers at several customer sites, developing
automated quality reporting for all customers using Microsoft Access, and sustaining automated functional test equipment, software,
and procedures to meet a 10-year service requirement from the customer. Worked with a team of debug techs to troubleshoot PCB’s to
component level.
Lead Test Engineer (Customer Returns)
Responsible Test Engineer for all customer returns for the Huntsville plant. Interfaced with SQA engineers at several customer sites.
Developed automated quality reporting for all customers using Microsoft access. Sustained test equipment, software and procedures to
meet a 10 year service requirement from the customer. Managed daily activities of troubleshooters. Developed NPI test sequences in
Unix using a software package called ATS+. Was awarded Test Engineer of the year 2005 by Sun Microsystems service division.
Lead Functional Test Engineer
Responsible Test Engineer for global Sun Micro system production. Interfaced with Global Test Engineers at several plants around the
world. Developed automated quality reporting for all plants using Microsoft access. Sustained test equipment, software and procedures
to meet global needs. Maintained spare parts for use in test equipment worldwide. Tracked test equipment downtime for local
production. Developed NPI test sequences in Unix using a software package called ATS+.
Project Engineer/ Sun
Responsible Test Engineer for Sun Micro system pcb production in Huntsville facility. Developed automated quality reporting using
Microsoft Access. Sustained test equipment, software and procedures. Maintained spare parts for use in test equipment. Tracked test
equipment downtime for local production. Maintained test application on UNIX systems.
Tracked test equipment downtime for local
production while developing NPI test sequences in
Unix using ATS+ software package and maintaining
test application on UNIX systems as well as spare
parts for use in test equipment.
SCI (Sanmina-Sci) Huntsville, AL Oct. 1999 – Nov. 2001
Functional Hardware Test Engineer / NCR and Resident Test Engineer
Design, develop and implement cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting NCR systems and equipment. Prepare test and
diagnostic program, design test fixtures and equipment, and complete specifications and procedures for new products. Interfaces with
customers and determines project timelines and scope; manage and execute customer test requirements; generate and maintain
documentation to support new test development; manage quality issues and onsite field support.
Served as part of a global Dell Optiplex support
group providing functional (ATE) and ICT test
support, and implantations to global manufacturing
facilities. Responsible for Automated test equipment
design and verification. Responsible for managing
equipment duplication and deployment timelines.
Involved in new product testability studies for
manufacturing and test applications.
Provided functional test support for collision
avoidance system . Managed quotes and timelines
for equipment vendors and subcontractors.
Developed Test procedures, Equipment designs and
assembly instructions.
Served as part of a global Dell server support group
providing onsite customer interface to global
manufacturing facilities. Responsible for Automated
test equipment design and verification.
Implementation of equipment standards at global
manufacturing sites. Responsible for managing
equipment duplication and deployment timelines.
Involved in new product testability studies for
manufacturing and test applications
Adtran Huntsville, AL Aug. 1997 – Oct. 1999
Functional Hardware Test Engineering Technician
Responsible for functional and in circuit test implementations to support ADTRAN product variants. Required to design hardware,
including special test instruments, to support new product interface and testing requirements. Required to develop advanced software
applications to support current and future hardware designs. Responsible for test case generation and implementation, including some
test case automation and scripting. Test cases were designed to verify system level functional specifications for advanced
telecommunications networks and services. Performed testing of software and hardware for Carrier Ethernet/TDM products. Testing
included functional testing, exploratory testing, regression testing, performance testing and conformance testing. Characterize issues
identified during testing and worked with design engineers on issue resolution. Assisted with refinement and creation of test steps.
Assembled and maintained test systems including documentation. Developed Keyence vision system for implementation of testing of
tri-colored led's at ICT.
TESCON (Testpro) Huntsville, AL Feb. 1996 – Aug. 1997
Robotics Technology Manager/ Field Service Technician
Developed cost analysis, sales proposals, and design of robotics manufacturing equipment. Provided functional test design and
prototyping for pcb manufactures. Performed Schematic nodeing, Fixture layout, Flying probe and ICT programming. Responsible for
office computer maintenance, network setup and administration. On site 8 months Adtran test engineering design lab developing
functional test racks and fixturing.
Webb Electronics Huntsville, AL Jan. 1995 – Feb. 1996
Electronics Technician
Electronic equipment, Computer, Monitor repair and assembly. Electronic sales and Warehouse maintenance.
EDUCATION
1997-2001 Bachelor of Science Instrumentation Engineering Athens State University Athens, AL
1995-1997 AAS Electronics Technology Calhoun Community College Decatur, AL
1992-1995 Certificate Electronics / Computer Technology Huntsville Center for Technology Huntsville, AL
TECHNICAL SUMMARY
DMM • Signal Generator • Frequency Counter • Micro Bert • Teradyne 1800s • Keyence Vision System • Routers • Hubs
Microsoft Office, Power Point, and Access • DOS • Norton Antivirus • Visio Technical • Orcad ESS • Refections • Clink
LANtastic’s Network • TurboCad • Borland C++ • FabMaster • Viewlogic • PowerQuest Drive Image • Oscilloscope
Windows • 10 / 100 / GIG Network • Telerik Test Studio • PLC • C# • Microsoft Test Manager • Microsoft SQL • Visual Studio 2013
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