Engineer Software
Resume:
James T. Otto
Stratford, CT *6615
Phone/Fax: 203-***-****
Mobile: 203-***-****
Email: acu4ta@r.postjobfree.com
Web: jimtotto.com
OBJECTIVE: Obtain a position which allows me to use my technical, programming and system integration skills in diverse scientific and technological applications.
QUALIFICATIONS
Over 30 years experience developing software for realtime embedded systems, both high-level application code and low-level startup, operating system and driver code. Experienced in both military and commercial development programs. Extensive experience in rotary and fixed wing aviation and ground vehicle applications and telecommunications.
Over 20 years experience in hardware/software integration in aircraft and ground vehicle applications. Includes specification and integration of external systems such as sensors/actuators, harnessing, hydraulic and pumping systems, etc. Conducted several design certifications to DO-178B and FAA standards.
Experience in multiple vehicle communication protocols such as R232, RS422, ARINC 429, 1553B. Experience in several telecommunication protocols including ATM, T1/E1, SCSI, Ethernet, and Firewire.
Development experience with these specific processors: i960, PowerPC, Xscale, 8051, 80186, Z8000. 8-bit, 12-bit, 16-bit, 32-bit and multicore.
Extensive experience with pSOS and VxWorks operating systems. Also developed homegrown realtime operating systems for specific projects. Development experience using a variety of IDEs and realtime debug systems.
Extensive experience in full systems integration. Includes hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, communication protocols, mechanics, and dynamics.
Managed multiple-engineer teams through product development, debugging and product deployment.
Fluent in CSMP, DSL, ACSL, Matlab and Simulink simulation packages.
Fluent in C, Ada, BASIC and Assembly (several varieties) languages.
Fluent in Perl, DOORS, DataSims, FORTRAN, CVS, Clearcase, VSS, VB, .NET.
Specific aircraft experience with: Sikorsky S-92F, CH53K, Comanche; Airbus Helicopter AS350, AS366, BK117; Bell 222, 205; BAe 146; Kaman KMAX; Boeing CH47
Specific engine experience with: Lycoming T53, T55, ALF502, ALF507, LT101, ATDE, TF40, T800
Other vehicles: M1A1 main battle tank; LCAC landing craft; JASU ground start cart
EDUCATION
1975-1979 BSME, Virginia Tech
Post graduate courses:
Microprocessor system design (Penn State)
Realtime operating systems
Ada programming
Fiber optic systems design
EMPLOYMENT
2014 – present Freelance software engineer
Provide software engineering services to small machine shops on contracts lasting a few days to a week or so.
2011-2014 Senior Engineer, Sikorsky Aircraft
Provided guidance in avionics, flight control, and hydraulic systems integration for a medium-lift helicopter fly-by-wire control system. Conducted electronics/hydraulic systems integration analyses, system safety analyses, and flight qualification tests in a realtime simulated environment.
2006-2011 Contract Engineer to Sikorsky Aircraft, Belcan Technical Services
Same as Sikorsky position above.
1997-2005 Senior Software Engineer, Cyclone Microsystems
Develop low-level startup and driver code for high-speed I/O offload circuit boards based on the Intel i960, PowerPC, and Xscale processor lines. Port pSOS and VxWorks operating systems to same. Communication protocol development using SCSI, ATM, T1/E1, Ethernet, Firewire, etc. technologies. Programming languages used include assembly and C. Provide technical support to customers incorporating our products in their systems.
1996 Lead Software Engineer, Morse Watchmans
Develop low-level startup and high-level application code for several lines of security monitoring systems. Managed a team of four other software engineers and consultants on same. Base processors included the Intel 8051 and 80186. Programming languages used include assembly and C.
1983-1996 Senior Control Systems Engineer, AlliedSignal Corporation
Develop application code for full-authority digital engine controllers (FADECs) for gas turbine engines in a variety of ground and air vehicles.
Specify and manage hardware design and configuration of such FADECs plus all attendant accessories such as sensors, actuators, hydraulic systems, etc. Continue development of these engine control systems through test stand and vehicle test programs. Conduct formal design reviews of these systems with customers. Conduct formal software quality assurance and certification programs for these systems to DO-178B and FAA standards. Develop control/stability algorithms in concert with customer applications using dynamic simulation (CSMP/DSL/ACSL).
1981-1983 Control Systems Engineer, Textron Lycoming Corporation (Williamsport)
Manage transfer and startup of the control systems manufacturing test operation for a gas turbine engine line. Began development of a prototype electronic engine controller for same engine.
1979-1981 Control Systems Engineer, Textron Lycoming Corporation
Conduct manufacturing test support and development support for a hydromechanical fuel control system for a gas turbine engine used in aviation applications. Conduct dynamic rotor/engine simulations (CSMP/DSL) in support of customer’s aircraft development programs.
CLEARANCES
Confidential, Secret (currently inactive)
ASSOCIATIONS
AHS, AIAA, AOPA
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
1997-2007 Community Co-chairman, Stratford Army Engine Plant Restoration Advisory Board
2004-2011 Website developer, Connecticut Air & Space Center
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