Alexander Vanmeter
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Summary
Electronics Technician with a diverse background in supporting all aspects
of circuitry testing and troubleshooting. Proficient knowledge of
electronic theory, schematic symbology, technical manuals, and
troubleshooting complex circuits to the lowest replaceable unit.
Experienced with Analog and Digital circuitry, electromechanical
assemblies, antennas, AC/DC power supplies, and test equipment, both manual
and software driven. Adept at performing electron tube burn-in, corrective
and preventative maintenance on transmitters, receivers, antennas,
transceivers, etc. Authorized DoD Secret clearance.
Professional Experience
Raytheon
Andover, Massachusetts
Test Operator B December 2011-
May 2014
* Perform largely manual mandatory tests required of US Government and
other customer
standards to continue appropriate product workflow and stay within
budget.
* Affinity for reading blueprint schematics, as well as being trained
to read schematics in
classroom environment
* Up-to-date yearly training on solder practices, safety practices,
ESD, closed room,
clean room material handling, and security practices required of US
Government.
* Perform high voltage testing on a variety of products to verify unit
is in accordance with
standards and requirements set forth by customers.
United States Navy
Mayport, Florida
Electronics Technician Third Class
January 2010 - August 2011
* Primary technician of 10 High Frequency transmitters and 14 High
Frequency receivers
while on-board USS Gettysburg for 19 months.
* Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with
manufacturers and field
representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
* Contributed technical assistance to the Radar Work Center on
troubleshooting faulty radar
repeater module.
* Provide Technician Support and training for new work center members
on testing and
troubleshooting communications hardware.
* Safety aware; versed with using personal protective equipment, tag-
outs and auditing.
* Maintained ship with 99% reliable High Frequency communications with
US Navy fleet and
American allies.
United States Navy Great Lakes,
IL; Niscemi, Sicily
Electronics Technician Seaman November 2006 -
December 2009
* Utilized many different schematics, technical publications,
drawings, and computer aids for
failure analysis and troubleshoot isolation.
* Test electronics units and analyze results to evaluate performance
and determine need for
adjustment.
* Proficient with a variety of test equipment, including
oscilloscopes, signal generators,
multimeters, rf millivoltmeters, spectrum analyzers, and two-tone
generators to accomplish
corrective and preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment
and systems.
* Self starter; prepared station for transmitter upgrade by
independently removing 37
transmitters and air guides to make room for timely installation.
* Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and
electronics
components, using hand tools and soldering iron.
* Submit technical changes to Standard Operating Procedures.
Improvements to the Test
Equipment, Fixtures, Procedures, etc.
* Experience with Analog & Digital Circuits, Antennas, Microwave,
Transmitters & Receiver
assemblies.
Education
Super High Frequency Systems "C" School (2011)
Norfolk, Virginia
* Super High Frequency Systems operation and maintenance; WSC-6v(7)
primary focus.
High Frequency Systems "C" School (2007) San Deigo,
California
* High Frequency Systems operation and maintenance; URT-23D primary
focus.
Electronics Technician "A" School (2007)
Great Lakes, Illinois
* Electronics maintenance and theory basics.
Virtual High School of Excellence (2006)
Wellington, Florida
* Senior year online to obtain GED.
Methuen High School (2002-2005) Methuen,
Massachusetts
* Through junior year (family move)
Additional Skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Powerpoint.
* Basic/Advanced Web Page Design, as well as self taught advancement.
* Computer Design Intro Course, as well as self taught advancement.