W. Spencer Porter **** Ballantine Dr, Summerville, SC 29485 804-***-****
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SUMMARY
Electrical Engineer, Design Engineer, Project/Process Manager, Testing
Engineer, Quality and Training. Technical expertise and experience in
Physical Security Systems, Hardware and Software Testing, Quality
Assurance, Requirements Analysis and tracking. Excellent at managing log-
term relationships with customers and end-users. Technical writing and
procedure development. Core competencies include:
. Engineering system design independently and as a part of design team
. Design of Access Control Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, and
Fuel Handling Systems
. Author test procedures to assure systems meet contractual requirements
. Perform Manufacturing Quality Control, Conduct Testing of systems both
internally and as part of customer acceptance
. Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
. Extensive writing and teaching skills with over 14 years experience
. Accomplished presenter in English and Russian (fluent in Russian)
. Expert in developing and implementing curriculum, training sessions
and events
. Secret Clearance
BAE Systems Integrated Solutions & Services - North Charleston, SC
Electrical Engineer II (AFHE Design and Testing) 9/2014 to Present
. Recruited into the Fuel Handling Systems (AFHE) group for
Engineering/Testing/Design expertise
. Designed multiple fuel handling systems for large DoD Fuel Farms at
DoD facilities (CONUS and OCONUS) as part of a design team
. Responsible for developing and streamlining AFHE testing practices,
documentation, and configuration management; maintaining consistent
documentation to match changing software developments
. Troubleshooting of AFHE software and hardware issues both in
laboratory settings and at customer sites
BAE Systems Integrated Solutions & Services - North Charleston, SC
Electrical Engineer II (Testing) 9/20012 to 9/2014
As a Security Systems Design / Integration / Testing Engineer I develop and
design security systems for DOD customers worldwide. Responsibilities
include;
. Development of Test Procedures, onsite conducting of testing with DoD
representatives to verify all aspects of system performance (AIE-II,
Automated Installation Entry)
. Plan and troubleshoot manufacturing processes to assure quality,
respond to change requests, and meet customer expectations
. Recipient of Outstanding Achievement Award for "extraordinary
performance and outstanding contribution to the AIE program"
. Recipient of Ally Award for "Outstanding contributions to Fort Bragg
AIE Performance Validation Testing"
BAE Systems Integrated Solutions & Services - North Charleston, SC
Electrical Engineer I (Security Systems Design) 10/2008 to 9/2012
. Performed many duties as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Video
Surveillance Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, Access Control
Systems, and related software and hardware.
. Interviews with DOD customers to determine security needs
. Survey of military installations for design development
. System design in Autocad
. Leading design reviews with fellow engineers and DoD customers
. Proposal development
. Project management duties including scheduling, budgets, procurement,
design reviews
Action Tech Technical & Construction Services - Yorktown, VA
Project Coordinator, 3/2008 to 5/2008
As a temporary contractor for Dominion's Yorktown Electric Power Station, I
was responsible for supervising and coordinating construction crews on
several projects. Responsibilities included:
. Assessed drawings and technical date to close out plant projects
(Configuration Management)
. Liased with Engineers from various departments to complete projects
. Efficient, productive people and project management
. Responsible for environmental compliance as well as overall safety and
security
. Successful coordination with contractors on other plant projects
. Successful completion of assigned projects and contract
Tabernacle Church of Norfolk - Norfolk, VA & Ukraine
Director of Ukrainian Church Development, 1994-2007
. Worked in teams that started new evangelical churches in Kiev, Ukraine
and Sevastopol, Ukraine
. Raised funds to cover own and subordinate's salaries and expenses
. Built financial (donor) relationships with over 5 churches and 200
individuals
. Learned Russian language to fluency (Russian is a category 4 language;
only east Asian languages are more difficult to learn)
. Spoke weekly to large audiences, often exceeding 200 in the Russian
language
. Trained Ukrainian lay leaders and pastors in homiletics (public
speaking), leadership
. Successful event planning and development of international conferences
. By invitation of a national denomination, lead weekly pastoral
meetings for 20+ Ukrainian pastors in Kiev for 2 years
. Consulted to several Christian agencies to improve organizational
effectiveness resolve internal conflicts
American GFM Corporation - Chesapeake, VA
Field Service Electrical Engineer, 1992-1994
. Oversaw the construction of precision heavy machinery from drawings,
coordinating construction with Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
departments
. Superior Customer relations skills led to altering job
responsibilities towards sales and sales support
. Responsible for directing the installation and operational efficiency
of CNC equipment in the field
. Managed key customer relationships with outstanding results measured
in customer satisfaction
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
BS, Electrical Engineering, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA.
Software House / American Dynamics certification as for C-Cure 9000
Software and Hardware
Recipient of BAE Systems' Outstanding Achievement Award for "Extraordinary
Performance and Outstanding Contribution to the AIE Program"
Graduate Certificate, Theology, Denver Biblical Seminary, Denver, CO. 1
year additional graduate studies at this institution in Theology, Public
Speaking, and Organizational Leadership.
Over 6 months training in Sandler Selling Systems
PERSONAL INTERESTS
Customer Service in almost any context; I just enjoy helping people .
Motivational Speaking & Mentoring . Russian language and culture Physical
Security Systems . Testing and Quality Assurance Project Management .
Engineering Sales Strong Interest in a developing customer-service
orientation in any organization