DAVID M. PAUZÉ
acycj8@r.postjobfree.com
Surprise, AZ 85374 Cell Phone - 623-***-****
OBJECTIVE
Mechanical Technician or Mechanical Test Validation Technician position based on my military and technical experience. Combining 8 years of Army and Air Force training and 20 years of technical & mechanical skills using state of the art technology, instrumentation and software. Experienced in hardware installation, R&D Design and Production Validation Testing & preventative maintenance.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TASER Research & Development, Scottsdale, AZ 2007 - 2017
Mechanical R&D / Test Validation Technician, TASER International
Critical Failure Investigations
Lead testing for critical investigations of field and internal hardware failures; assist engineers with troubleshooting
Support engineers in troubleshooting root cause of production or potential design defects
Assist engineers in collecting test evidence required for Root Cause Analysis & Test Validation Reports
Design, Testing & Analysis
Track and document detailed engineering test data, train technicians in the setup and operations of high speed cameras, engineering data collected for analysis
Utilize force, pressure and related transducers, accelerometers, and other sensors to investigate system performance, defect characterization, and other tests involving detailed, scientific failure analysis and testing
Develop procedures for detailed test setups, critical manufacturing steps and detailed custom operations
Continuous Improvement
Setup, plan and execute test series’ supporting continuous improvement efforts for cost reduction and system performance improvements
Assist lead engineers in all product development phases through full production transition while maintaining test data from inspection, QA and validation test results
Perform detailed testing in support of R&D and production products and projectile development and design
Major Accomplishments
Defense Programs
40mm TASER HEMI (Human Electro-Muscular Incapacitation) Development of Science & Technology Prototype & Low Production Demonstration & Test Projectile Systems
oFire & forget capability beyond 50m; Self-Arming & Automatic Electrode Deployment System
oInternational and U.S. Military Live Fire Demonstrations & Vignettes; 100% Live Demo Success
oFeatured in numerous Law Enforcement and Military Publications, News Interviews and Demos
Research & Development (R&D)
Supported all range and laboratory testing for lead engineer now entering final stages of production from concept through prototyping, field trials, and medical studies, and mass production of over 4 million parts per year of the most critical weapon subsystem
oOver 21 major performance metrics up to 4 times more effective
oHelped re-define over 17 test setups, data collection methods & detailed data reduction
oImproved diagnostic methods using high speed cameras, timing fiducials and data correlation
DAVID M. PAUZÉ (continued)
Academy of Radio & TV Production, Phoenix, AZ 2007 - 2008
Student & Videographer
Television production skills: grip work, audio, lighting, white balance, linear and non-linear editing, floor directing master control operations on air talent and related videographer skills
Worked as a videographer for the school after graduation, freelancing in my spare time capturing copper mine footage in Globe Arizona
Experienced in video production and storyboard development
Christie Digital Systems, Goodyear, AZ 2006 - 2007
Customer Service Engineer
Program and optimize digital advertisements for movie theaters and other sites. Experienced with hand tools, audio meters and light meters to maximize job performance
Manage servers, networking, fiber optics, digital projectors and audio and video matrixes. Maintain and service projectors and servers in all southwestern states
Perform monthly preventative maintenance on all equipment ensuring customer satisfaction. Interact with management on a daily basis to communicate field needs
United States Air Force Reserve, Glendale, AZ 2003 - 2006
Aircraft Armament Operations Maintenance Technician, Luke Air Force Base (Luke AFB)
Use TO’s (technical orders) to perform maintenance on aircraft. Remove and replace parts, documenting all component repairs, and manage repair records
Utilize electrical & pneumatic schematics to isolate component or sub-system failures
Operate, maintain and repair aerospace ground and tactical support equipment
Test cockpit computer system to ensure all electrical and mechanical systems function properly
Intel Corporation, Chandler Ocotillo Campus 2004 - 2006
Megasys Technician, Air Products & Chemicals
Maintain and service Chemical Delivery Modules. Perform pump rebuilds and installation
Perform weekly, monthly and quarterly preventative maintenance checks on the system
Work with pneumatic and electrical schematics to troubleshoot system failures. Perform hot and cold flares on new PFA lines and install as needed
Trained in proper use of personal protective equipment around hazardous gasses and chemicals
Sears, Chandler, AZ 1997 - 2004
Store Service Technician
Repair point of sale (POS) computers, order parts, install circuit boards, video cards, POS cards, signature capture cards, printers, scanners and keyboards
Maintain the POS systems, and repair or install CCTV cameras, program and route wiring for cameras
Fire Direction Center, HHB 94th ADA BDE, Germany 1989-1993
AN/TSQ-73 Systems Operator & Repairer,
Operated & maintained all functions of Fire Direction Center equipment. Assisted Crew Chief and personnel in operation of AN/TSQ-73 and ground support equipment.
Performed preventative maintenance checks and documented repairs. Operated and maintained Air Defense Artillery Systems during Operation Determined Resolve.
Coordinated with Battalion Officers and the NCOIC to ensure completion of daily SITREP and staff call slides.
Prepared map overlays, map boards and monitored FM Command Net and tracked SOE’s.
DAVID M. PAUZÉ (continued)
EDUCATION & FORMAL TRAINING
SolidWorks Essentials & Advanced Training Courses, Tempe, AZ 2014
High Speed Video Hardware & Software (PCC) Course; Phantom Cameras, 2012
Certification, Airman Leadership Development NCO Course / Luke AFB, AZ / 2004
Certification, Aircraft Armament Operation & Maintenance / Wichita Falls, TX / 2004
Diploma, Academy of Radio & Television Broadcasting / Phoenix, AZ / 1997
Certification, ANTSQ-73 Command and Control System / Ft. Bliss, TX / 1990
Diploma, U.S. Army Basic Military Training / Ft. Sill, OK / 1989
Diploma, S.S. Seward High School / Florida, NY / 1989
TECHNICAL SKILLS
PCC (Phantom Camera Control) High Speed Video Software & Engineering Analysis
OriginPro Mass Data Management & Statistical Analysis Software
Photoshop, Adobe Encore, Adobe Premiere, Avid, Illustrator, Linear & Non Linear Editing, Photography / Photo Composition and Graphics Design
Universal Laser Systems and Corel for programming laser cutting and etching equipment for plastics and metals
Familiar designing components and assemblies in SolidWorks,
Familiar with operation of engineering data acquisition (DAQ)with SmartOffice
Familiar with Topaq Pressure Scanning Software & Film
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
-40mm TASER HEMI(Human Electro-Muscular Incapacitation) Team Achievement Award
-Certificate Taser International Instructors Course / 2007 Taser International
-Certificate Of Induction as a Non Commissioned Officer / 2006 U.S. Air Force
-300mm Fab-12C Conversion certificate and plaque for outstanding performance during Intel Fab Project / 2005 Chandler, AZ
-Global Elecops Recognition Award for outstanding response to different contract live lines while limiting the impact of the Intel Fab / 2004 Chandler, AZ
-Achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant in the US Air Force
-2 Army Achievement Medals for meritorious achievement while serving for HHB
94th BDE during Operation Determined Resolve / 1992
-2 Army Commendation Medals for meritorious achievement while serving for HHB 94th BDE during Operation Desert Shield, Desert Storm and Determined Resolve 1990 -1992
SECURITY CLEARANCE SECRET (Not Current)
DAVID M. PAUZÉ
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Doug Landers @ TASER Intl, Senior Mechanical Engineer, R&D
5231 W Bent Tree Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85083
505-***-****, acycj8@r.postjobfree.com
Antonio Martinez @ Gray’s Engineering (formerly Product Validation Manager @ TASER Intl)
Glendale, AZ
602-***-**** acycj8@r.postjobfree.com
Hiram Banderas, formerly TASER Intl, Mechanical Engineer (Mechanical Engineer at Sub-Zero), R&D
Peoria, AZ
805-***-****, acycj8@r.postjobfree.com
PERSONAL REFERENCES
Doug Landers @ TASER Intl, Senior Mechanical Engineer, R&D
5231 W Bent Tree Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85083
505-***-****, acycj8@r.postjobfree.com
Bill Weishaar @ recently retired, TASER Intl, Range Director, R&D
Mesa, AZ