Diamond Turning Machinist / CNC Programmer

Microsoft Office

Programs – Word,

Excel, Powerpoint

Typing 80 wpm

Solidworks

Analytical

proficiency

Professional

Demeanor

Fanuc Macro B

Programming Expert

High degree of

judgment, initiative,

discretion and

insight

Parametric

Programming Expert

Visual Studio

Self-Motivated

VB.Net

VBA

Excellent

Automation Skills

Interpersonal skills,

tact, diplomacy and

cross-cultural

communication skills

Ability to work

independently or as

Team Member

Reliable and

Punctual

Interests: CNC

Programming,

Computer

Programming, Java

Demonstrated

problem-solving and

decision-making

ability.

Martin L. Hoppe Jr.

15835 Avenida Venusto Apt. 414 San Diego, CA 92128 Cell: 858-***-**** acqtlv@r.postjobfree.com

Qualifications Summary

Meticulous Diamond Turning Machinist with over twelve years of experience setting up, operating and programming, 2-4 Axis Nanotech and Precitech single point diamond turning lathes. Possess fluency in Fanuc Macro B in particular and parametric part programming in general. Devised programs to machine parts ranging from simple 2 axis programs up to and, including simultaneous 4-axis programs, designed to turn off axis arrays of components utilizing XYZC on a Nanotech 350FG without the necessity of live tooling. Performance has consistently exceeded job requirement expectations; routinely receive positive annual reviews which have led to frequent promotions throughout my career.

Hired as a diamond turning technician in 2003. Based on my dedication, instinctive ability and outstanding performance reviews have become a leader in our machining group. In addition to writing all of my own programs and managing multiple concurrent projects, my colleagues frequently seek me out for programming advice, training and troubleshooting.

Possess extensive experience machining materials ranging from copper, brass and aluminum to materials such as Rexolite, GDP, polyimide, Kapton, Upilex, Acrylic, PVA, nitrided steels, lithium fluoride, uranium, magnesium, beryllium, gold, epoxy, low density foams and aerogels.

Professional Experience

General Atomics – San Diego, CA

Machinist IV, March 2013 – Present

Essential Duties

Devise methods of holding and machining complicated targets having dimensions of only a few millimeters; requiring tolerances of a hundred nano- meters or better; and in some cases requiring control of impurities and/or dopants to less than a tenth of a percent.

Assist colleagues as needed with programming, troubleshooting and other issues related to diamond turning or metrology.

Ensure all components delivered to our customers are measured and characterized to the precision necessary to demonstrate they meet the required specifications. This is accomplished utilizing a variety of techniques and equipment such as white light interferometers, low energy x-ray radiography, atomic force microscopy, precision scales, sphere mappers, laser micrometers and reflectometry.

As necessary, collaborate with diamond tool manufacturers to design and procure custom diamond tooling.

Primary job functions are R&D in nature and lie outside of the traditional diamond turning field of optics. Key job responsibilities include fabrication of small precision components in support of the US ICF program and the National Ignition Facility at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), the Trident laser facility at Los Alamos National Lab, the Z-machine at Sandia National Lab and High energy density physics experiments for the UK's Atomic Weapons Establishment. General Atomics – San Diego, CA -

Technician V, June 2008 – March 2013

General Atomics – San Diego, CA -

Technician IV, July 2007 – June 2008

General Atomics – San Diego, CA -

Technician II, August 2004 – July 2007

General Atomics – San Diego, CA -

Technician I, March 2003 – August 2004

Career Highlights/Accomplishments

Successfully developed numerous process improvements resulting in lower costs, increased throughput and higher yields.

Selected to present a poster in 2009 at the Semi-Annual ICF Target Fabrication Conference in Orlando, Florida. In June, 2015 I was again selected to present a poster at the Semi-Annual ICF Target Fabrication Conference at the NSTec facility near Las Vegas, Nevada.

Co-authored numerous publications throughout my career on the topic of Target Fabrication in support of the US National Ignition Campaign.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of inventory/stock control practices, shipping/receiving practices and basic computerized inventory accounting software.

Significant knowledge and skills in the design and construction of detailed spreadsheets and utilization of various reports.

Exceptional organization and contingency planning skills

Ability to work with all levels of division employees, the public, and vendors; to make independent judgments/decisions based on written guidance; to learn new software and procedures as needed; to check data for accuracy and to multi-task.

Data entry and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Possess an active DOE-Q security clearance

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