Samuel Kicklighter II acyxl4@r.postjobfree.com 727-***-****
Electronic Technician
Read blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and engineering instructions for troubleshooting component and model level failures, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components
Trained new test and troubleshoot technicians using documented procedures and diagnostic equipment
Identified and resolved test station and diagnostic equipment malfunctions
Documented and modified in-circuit and functional test procedures and repaired fixtures for unit test
Conferred with supervisors and engineers to alleviate production flow problems
Evaluated and repaired, on demand, failures to meet shipping requirements
Tested circuit cards utilizing Genrad and Teradyne test stations and progressed to functional and system testing
Certifications / Training / Education
IPC Specialist J-STD-001 IPC Specialist A-610 ESD Awareness Fine Pitch Soldering Component Identification
STI Electronics, St. Petersburg, FL
Bachelor of Science in Electronic Engineering Technology
Tampa Technical Institute
Work Experience
Assembler
DCR/Lockheed Martin – Oldsmar, FL – September 2016 to present
Assemble various types of cable assemblies utilizing IPC 620 standards, Standard Operating Documentation, and Lockheed Martin processes.
Inspector/Calibration technician
Anistar/Compulink – St Petersburg, Fl. – May 2016 to August 2016
Inspect and or test various cable assemblies utilizing Cirris and One-Touch cable analyzers.
Utilize various electronic programs and national standards; calibrate equipment used in the manufacturing processes.
Verify requirements for all levels of regulation as required by customers and work orders.
Assembler
DCR/Lockheed Martin – Oldsmar, FL – February 2015 to May 2016
Assemble various types of cable assemblies utilizing IPC 620 standards, Standard Operating Documentation, and Lockheed Martin processes.
Verify assembly, torque requirements, lacing, labeling, and completeness according to work order at Final Mechanical station.
Worked on MBA, Q53, Owego, LCS, Symphony and Laircum programs
Lab Technician
Pixel Teq / Staffex - Largo, FL - October 2013 to November 2013
Responsibilities
Input process parameters and loaded chambers for multiple product lines.
Monitored process while measuring and correcting deficient readings based on chamber characteristics. Calculated and input adjustments correlated from tolerances and results of previous run.
Recorded input parameters and documented corresponding outputs in database as directed in SOP. Informed Engineering supervisor of deviations and defects to expected results.
Multi-tasked with other technicians in lab.
Samuel Kicklighter II acyxl4@r.postjobfree.com 727-***-****
Production Technician
Rgbsi/Eaton Corp - Sarasota, FL - August 2012 to October 2012
Vibration, Thermal, and ESS, testing and calibration of aircraft components and assemblies to ensure conformance to specifications and regulations as set by procedures, documentation, work orders and federal regulations.
Worked with Engineering in reliability testing and failure analysis utilizing digital microscopes for photographic imaging.
Senior Test Technician
Zhone Technologies Inc - Largo, FL - May 2000 to January 2012
Started as ICT test system operator, testing and repairing manufactured circuit boards.
Progressed to functional and system testing where cca's are integrated into models. Troubleshooting and repairing all failures.
Worked with failure analysis team and trained new test and troubleshoot technicians.
Utilized Genrad and Teradyne test platforms, frequency generators, o-scopes, debug systems, time meters, and various fixtures and diagnostic equipment.
Assigned jobs to technicians as Lead technician.
Test Technician I / Integration Technician III
Unaxis/Plasma-Therm - Saint Petersburg, FL - May 1997 to February 2000
Test, Troubleshoot, and Repair completed Etch and Deposition systems used by the Semi-conductor Industry.
Perform all reliability and functional testing in a clean-room environment.
Assemble, modify, and vacuum check tools for inductively-coupled plasma processes.
Power centers, Rf generators, computers, turbo pumps, and gate valves were components integrated with vacuum chambers to become systems.
Training of new assembly personnel and coordination with engineering on new assemblies and assembly documentation were also assigned tasks.
Biomedical Test Technician
Baxter Health Services - Largo, FL - April 1994 to July 1996
Test, troubleshoot, repair and calibrate various types of biomedical equipment during the pre-production and production processes.
Technical support to Engineering Dept. for design modifications. Assigned to Renal Dept.
Intake Specialist/ Troubleshooter
Fla. Dept. of Labor and Employment Security - Saint Petersburg, FL - July 1991 to March 1993
Interview applicants and file claims.
Counsel as it relates to employment goals and refer to supportive services.
Test Technician/QA/QC
International Technology Corp - Clearwater, FL - October 1987 to January 1991
Modify, test, troubleshoot, and repair IBM, Intel, and clone based computer systems and peripherals. Inspected, tested, and repaired sub-assemblies and modules to component level.
Documented inspection and test procedures as Lead QA/QC.
Fire Support Specialist
Fire Direction - May 1977 to May 1985
U.S. Army, Georgia, Oklahoma, Germany, Alabama
Computer and Digital Equipment Operator, Communications Sergeant, Unit Operations Sergeant, Fire Direction Specialist