Technician Engineering

Norman D. Pepin

**** ****** **. **********, *.H. 03109

603-***-**** (h) 603-***-**** (c) *********@*******.***

Summary of Qualifications

Testing of RF switching components and modules

Proficient in using microwave test components

Hard working, goal-oriented

Professional Experience:

2012 TO CURENT:

Test Technician, Cobham, Lowell Ma.

Tuning PGK Extended Radome Antenna, PUK, PATCH in an anechoic chamber

using network analyzer and specialized tuning process

Test Technician, Westell Ind., Manchester,N.H.

Responsible for daily acceptance testing / tune of U.D.I.T final assembly

Set gain / insertion loss on uplink board,tuned down link for return loss

to ensure maximum efficiency in product performance.

Technician, Hutchinson Sealing systems, Newfields, N.H.

Operated punch press to form automobile assemblies for ford, nissan, ect.

Test Technician, Cobham Antenna Systems, Exeter, N.H.

Test of high frequency cables ( sma ) dedicated to military applications.

4/2001 - 3/2012 Test Technician 3, BAE Systems, Nashua,N.H.

Testing of RF cables in the GHz frequency range that is used in military and commercial applications

Responsible for testing of all assemblies per test procedures.

Ensured all loss/ vswr test limits are recorded in associated test data.

Maintained test equipment to remain within calibration scheduals

Worked with engineering team to verify dependable data for ongoing qualifications

Conducted low frequency random vibration testing

Performed complex computer assisted and RF testing and tuning of hi-frequency microwave switching devices / modules and final systems dedicated to military applications. F22, F35.ALQ-121B ( U2 )

Performed tuning of RF circuits to insure loss/gain/isolation limits are compliant to customer specs also performed environmental screening including temp cycle,thermal shock,altitude,random vibration,base line hot and cold,burn-in,thermal soak.

Daily computer use including Windows, Excel, Oracle, Tip QA

Troubleshoot to component level

Adhered to ATP and Mil- Standards

Utilized support software,Agilent network and spectrum analyzers, thermotron stress chamber,anechoic test chamber, stereo microscopes, ect.

Testing performed within a secured, high voltage, engineering environment.

Worked with QA and Production Control to improve timely inspections and shipping.

Work within a 7s, lean, continuous improvement work environment

10/1995 – 4/2001 QC Inspector / Technician Vectron Int. Hudson, N.H.

Performed inspection of SAW / fiber optical components adhering to individual spec sheets and drawings.

Collected data using SPC software.

Utilized a variety of tools including calipers, comparators, CMM, hi-power stereo microscope, photography.

Performed daily quality testing to maximise product integrity and familiarity with ESD and clean room environment protocols.

Tracking of data in Excel and Kaleidagraph.

Performed inspection of finished product to ensure outgoing product integrity.

Worked in a class 100 clean room environment.

10/1994 – 7/1995 Assembler / Insp. Digital Equipment Corp. Salem, N.H.

Performed assembly, final inspection, and packaging in the high volume production of computers and accessories.

Worked from purchase orders to garanty compliance with customer needs.

Work closely with quality inspectors and engineering staff.

8/1993 – 10/1994 Production Specialist Chemfab corp. Merrimack, N.H.

Lead in the production of Teflon based films used in industry.

Operate and adjust computer controlled equipment to ensure proper temperature alignment.

Daily collection of the production samples and data

1984 – 1992 Test Technician MA/COM, Merrimack, N.H.

Troubleshooting, testing, and tuning of RF circuits and components used in commercial and military uses.

Validated all devices are compliant to customer needs by adhering to ATP and Mil-Standards 883.

Ensured pre-seal and final data sheets are current for compliance

Documented all devices are hermetically sealed are within switching speed parameters, stressed within temp cycle, thermal shock, and altitude limits

Devices are tested with wiltron network analyzer, thermotron temp chamber, stereo microscope

Interfaced with QA and outside venders (customer source inspection )

Additional information:

IPC-A-610 Soldering Certificate

Defensive driving, National safety agency

LICENSED RADIO OPERATOR

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