Space Systems Engineer
Resume:
JIT SATA U.S. CITIZEN
*****, **** ******, ****# 16-310-***-**** (C)
Carson, CA 90745
Email: ************@*****.*** Clearance: Active DoD Secret
Principal Systems Engineer
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Result oriented highly Technical, Mission Quality Assurance, Systems Engineering, Product Development, Technical Leader with proven hands-on experience in Aerospace, Defense and Commercial Manufacturing Operations.
SPECIAL SKILLS: Power Electronics / Energy Conversion – Green Energy, Solar, Lithium-Iron Battery, Battery Technology, Battery Chargers, Energy Storage Devices, Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS) /
Uninterrupted Power Systems (UPS) Systems, DC-DC Converters, DC-AC Inverters, Automotive Hybrid
Technology, Power Distribution, Magnetics, Transformers, Green Energy Systems. Developed and Executed Policies & Procedures to meet customer needs within budget, schedule, technical performance with highest reliability, quality with reduced risks.
Product Development, Product Reliability & Quality Management, Technical Project Management expertise in proposal writing, source selection, negotiation, acquisition & SOW. Six-sigma methodology & processes and seven management tools. Participated in 5S training. Provided TQM training to customers, suppliers & subcontractors. Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, facilitation and interpersonal skills. Raytheon Six Sigma Specialist (R6S). Completed CRE (Certified Reliability Engineer), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) & Systems Engineer (SE) Courses.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
•Recognized for implementing cost saving program providing alternate qualified sources for magnetic components that resulted in cost saving of over $1 Million.
•Implemented ISO-9000 Quality Management System that resulted in improved company culture, capability, reduced overall product cost, and enhanced continuous process improvement in establishing defect prevention activities and assuring quality products and services.
•Provided TQM Training to Employees, Contractors, Subcontractors, and Customers & Suppliers. Optimized Boeing’s common Hardware Process Manual (HPM) for Parts, Material & Process
(PMP), which added value and saved over $1 Million
•Increased Customer Satisfaction (ARMY & NAVY) Index (CSI) by presenting ROADMAPS for RADHARD Technology, a process that added value and resulted in Boeing’s ability to support designer and customer continuous needs.
EXPERIENCE
Principal Systems Engineer (Quality Assurance, Parts Material & Process (PMP), Supplier Quality, Reliability, Safety & Risk Engineer - Aerospace, Defense & Commercial Power & Energy Systems
Aerojet / Rocketdyne 12/2021-Present
Performed Risk Analysis/Risk Management (Cost, Schedule & Technical Performance), Familiar with
JIRA, DOORs. Performed Systems Engineering Tasks complete LCM from Proposal, Requirements, Design Reviews, Verification & Validation, QA - Audits, EEE Parts Selection, GIDEPAnalysis, Corrective & Preventive Action (CA & PA) Plans & Procedures, Parts, Material & Processes (PMP) Qualification, Approval.
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Millennium Engineering & Integration (MEI) 11/2020-05/2021
Provided SpaceX Falcon F9 / FH, Starship Manufacturing & Quality Engineering (MQ&E) support,
Specification Reviews, Performed Propulsion systems (Merlin Gas Engine, Actuator, Gas Generator, Heat Exchanger HEX, Gimbal) support. Participated in Third Party Audit, Maintenance & Corrosion Process reviews, Gap check list (AS9100: SMC-S-003 v/s LE-T-14 & AS 6500 v/s MIL-STD-1528).
Participated in Technical Interchange Meetings, ERB, NRB, familiar with SpaceX Command Media & MML for Issue Tickets, Change Tickets, Risk Tickets and Pedigree Tickets, Qualification & Acceptance testing verification, Maintenance & Corrosion procedure, inspection and ve verification, Reliability, Safety, Critical Issue, Risk Identification & Mitigation Verification.
Raytheon, Boeing, Lockheed, Northrop, SAIC, Cubic, Harris, Protégé, 01/2010–10/2020
NASA, SMC/LAAFB
•Build and Implemented DO254A / DO160G Aerospace Requirements (DOORs & DODF) for ESS/BMS design and development of highly reliable components produced by suppliers.
Performed Supplier Parts, Material & Process (PMP) Approval & Qualification,
•Trained and assessed engineering activities for compliance, report, and watch for nonconformances against the standards for BMS/ESS system and subsystems towards airworthiness regulations including DO254A, DO160G, and others as needed
•Integrated processes of ARP 4754A in the hardware development lifecycle, and support system team to secure and ensure certification. Performed Life Cycle Management (LCM).
•Analyzed the technical aspects of development in design, verification, and validation phases for technical difficulty, DAL assessment, and justification.
•Identified process improvements to meet the certification requirements and to improved metric gathering methods and implemented PIP (Process & Performance Improvement Plans) and Execution.
•Cost, Schedule & Highest Technical Performance, Customer Focused, Make Thing Happen Type, Result Oriented System Quality Engineer
•Supported regulatory agencies during audits, reviews, and assessments. Performed AS9100 Audits (Internal, External & Third Party). Performed Corrective Action (CA) & Preventive Action (PA) Measure,
•Risks & Opportunities (Identification, Assessment & Management (Cost, Schedule & Technical))
•Will participate in 25-30% (more as needed) of domestic and international travel
•Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) & Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) from Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA
•Proven more than 5 years' experience in a certification compliance role in the Aerospace and Defense industry
•Proven HW certification experience for electronic and electrical systems and subsystems & Defense for Aerospace
•Experience with developing plans and implementation for electrical and electronic systems complaint to DO254A and DO160G requirements
•Ability to review installation considerations to resolve applicable environmental conditions for qualification and DO160G testing
•Good understanding of safety-critical component development and design
•Experience with Engineering Support Tools for Requirements and Configuration Management such as IBM Rational Doors,
•Highly motivated and has strong proficiency towards detailed and highly thorough development processes and decision making
•Ability to train engineers involved in design and verification processes for compliance.
•Ability to build shared networks among peers and multi-functional teams quickly
•Proactive delivery of communication and follow up
•Excellent organizational skills, team-oriented thinking, and attention to detail
•Self-motivated and forward-thinking personality
•Proficiency with MS Office Suite specifically for data analysis, document creation, and reporting
•Prepared Quality Manual, implemented and maintained the Quality Management System
•Performed internal (AS9100) audits, created quality procedures, quality plan and forms
•Responsible for ensuring that the quality and performance of products conform to established company, regulatory, and customer requirements
•Conducted new supplier qualification including coordinating technical assessment activities
•Conducted qualification audits of existing suppliers and maintained an approved supplier list
•Coordinated Vendor and Part Approval Processes activities to ensure all pertinent product quality requirements for purchased materials are met in an effective and economical manner.
•Monitored supplier quality performance and coordinated improvement activities for poor suppliers and certification efforts for exemplary suppliers. Analyzed supplier quality trends and participate in improvement activities, using statistical analysis and problem-solving tools
•Assisted in training of company and supplier personnel in supplier quality process.
•Supported Receiving Inspection and First Articles Inspection (FAI)
•Performed supplier Parts, Material & Process (PMP) failure investigations, trend analysis
•Assisted with measure, audit, and improvement of supplier-quality processes that satisfy customer expectations. Documented and maintained supplier quality procedures.
•Chaired the Manufacturing Review Board (MRB). Worked with Production, Service, Procurement and Engineering to identify material and supplier quality trends, and assigned disposition.
•Supported Supplier Selection and Supplier Quality System audits
•Monitored supplier performance and improvement, Corrective & Preventive Action
•Assured development of effective root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action
•Provided training, management reviews, and procedure implementation
•Developed systems & procedures for the collection of quality system metrics
•Managed and trained an engineering team activity such as design, process, quality, reliability, project and test components, products, systems, and services within the Transmitters, Receivers, GPS Systems, Magnetics, Power Supplies, Inverters, Converters, UPS Systems, Battery (Li-Ion), Battery Chargers, PV Cells, Green Energy
•Facilitated AS 9100, ISO 9001 & ISO 9003 Third Party certification
•Reviewed and approved engineering drawings, customer design submittal packages, lean manufacturing processes, engineering design documentation, test plans and test results.
•Assured proper evaluation of measurement data and part Fit, Form, and Function (FFF) and manufacturing processes to determine appropriate tolerances.
•Assured proper material and process selection including design drawing notes and specifications.
•Organized & supervised process improvement teams to develop cost effective manufacturing processes and engineering procedures.
•Established and executed engineering work loads to meet project cost, schedules and highest technical performance to meet customer needs and requirements...
•Inspected products to verify conformance to specifications.
•Recommended measures to improve production methods and quality of product
•Performed Reliability analysis, prepared Reliability Program Plan, Safety Program Plan
•Experienced with DOORS, DODAF, RELEX, etc. software tools
•Proficient in MICROSOFT SOFTWARE (POWER POINT, EXCEL, WORD, OUTLOOK, etc.) • Proven project management skills with excellent problem solving /troubleshooting skills.
•Excellent organizational, planning and communication skills
•Team Player & Leader
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ARES Corporation, Torrance, CA Sr. Systems Engineer 09/2008 – 01/2010
•Supported Boeing Safety Process. Provided NASA Constellation Program - Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) and Risk Management Program support.
•Performed Northrop Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) investigation, evaluation and recommended Quality Improvement Plans.
•Provided Small Business Development Support to new Technology Development and Business Development & Acquisition Process on several LAAFB (Los Angeles Air Force Base) US Army & Military Programs.
•Developed documentation and test plans.
•Strong team building skills
Northrop Grumman Corporation, Electronics System, Woodland Hills, CA Sr. Reliability Engineer 05/2008-06/2008
•Supported FRACAS activities on Raytheon & Boeing Space programs.
•Participated in FRB reviews. Investigated failures and performed root cause Failure Analysis to component level. Reviewed test procedures
•Deployed reliability prediction methods to support successful new product introductions and continuous improvement. Worked cross-functionally to resolve customers issue
•Collaborated with design engineering and manufacturing to proactively improve product reliability. Performed product design reviews (Reliability, safety, regulatory compliance)
•Determined requirements for reliability test, burn-in, HASS, HALT, FAT, SAT and life test
Consultant (Two Roads – Teledyne Brown Engineering) – SAIC/SE&I LAAFB Contract,
El Segundo, CA Principal Systems Engineer 08/2007– 03/2008
•Performed H/W & S/W RMA (Reliability, Maintainability & Availability) Systems Engineering support for GPS III (Space, Control & Users Segments), OCX IPT and GPS II Program.
•Evaluated, Monitored & Advised Prime & Sub-contractors on Design for Reliability tasks.
•Prepared System Engineering Plan (SEP), Requirement Engineering Plan (REP) Capability Development Document (CDD), Proposal Development, Customers (Los Angeles Air force Base) and Lockheed Martin Interface,
•Participated in Design Reviews – PDR, SRR, SDR, CDR, and CDRLs, Specifications & ICDs reviews, TIMs, Cost & Schedule.
•Provided Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) support in Requirements Development, Concepts of Operation (CONOP), Trade Studies, Source Selections, Systems Design Verification & Validations (IV & V) processes and Designs Activities.
•Provided Design Analyses / Input to Eng, Subcontractors / Suppliers, Supported Reliability Improvement Projects. Risk Analysis & Mitigation.
•Participated in Mission Quality Success ( Quality Assurance) Program Plan, System Safety Program efforts on complex development programs that included both hardware and software development.
•Led product qualification-testing lab that performs Compliance, Environmental testing
•Responsible for preparing, development of program deliverable documents, reviewing and coordinating subcontractor reliability & safety efforts
•Working knowledge of DOORS, DODAF software tools,
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC), MSD, Carson, CA Systems Engineer 7 / Sr. Manager 3 (CAM – Cost Account Manager) 11/2006- 02/2007
•Systems IPT Lead, CAM (Cost Account Manager) responsible for Project Management & Systems Engineering support on JTRS GMR (Ground Mobile Radio) Program (Boeing; Anaheim). Software QA experienced and software lifecycle CMMI knowledgeable.
•Performed design review, cost & schedule, specification, proposals. Participated in TIMS, PDR, CDR, IPR, PMR, IMS, IMP, and Mission Assurance Program Reviews.
•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
•Outstanding communications skills, both oral and written
•Strong project management and multi-tasking skills with the ability to drive multiple priorities.
Raytheon, El Segundo, CA Principal Systems Engineer 04/2004-08/2006
•Performed RMSS (Reliability, Maintainability, Supportability & Safety) Systems Engineering Support: Reliability Predictions, Reliability Allocation, Assessments, and Analysis, Parts de-rating,
FMEA (Failure Mode and Effective Analysis), FRACAS (Failure Reporting Analysis and
Corrective Action System), EFR (Event and Failure Reports), FRB Review Facilitator, Trade Studies, BOE (Basis Of Estimate), Failure Investigation, Process Verification, Customer Interface, Sub-contract Co-ordination, Specification & ICD Preparation, Proposal development.
•Prepared Reliability Program Plans (RPP) and Risk Management Plans (RMP).
•Performed product evaluations and recommended design quality and reliability improvement.
•Evaluated PMP (Parts, Material & Process) and GIDEP Alerts.
•Evaluated prime and subcontractors’ products to ensure that reliability requirements are properly defined, allocated base lined, and traceable to systems requirements in the System Specification.
•Raytheon Six Sigma Specialist (R6S) Certification.
•Completed Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) & Systems Engineer (SE) courses.
•Provided technical advice to government customers and responsible for monitoring prime contractor and subcontract or performance of tasks and products to ensure compliance with government requirements.
•Participated in TIMs (Technical Interchange Meetings), Design Reviews.
•Supported: F-14, F-15, F-18, STSS, ISAT, SM-3, TAC TOM, RAPTOR-III, VIIRS, GPS-II
Boeing, Huntington Beach, CA Principal Systems Engineer / Scientist 1997-2003
•Supported FCS (Future Combat System) SSEI Functional Decompression Activities for Battle Command (BC), Common Operational Picture (COP), Information Management (IM) & Information Assurance (IA) Team Activities. Developed Staffing Criteria, Job Requisitions and Participated in Hiring Technical & Management Staffing process.
•Prepared Statement of Work (SOW). Participated in System of Systems Engineering and Integration (SoSEI) performance optimization with Knowledge Base Engineering (KBE) and Continuous Measurable Improvement (CMI) tools & processes. IPT Lead EPS Systems.
•Provided Electrical Power System (EPS) design, specification, analysis and technical support of flight hardware for the PM EPD & C subsystems. Performed tradeoff studies.
•Participated in Design Reviews, Engineering Review Board, MRB, ICD & PID changes, anomaly identification and failure investigation and resolution.
•Performed requirement development, developed specification for SSPCM (Solid State Power Control Module) - High Density, Low Noise, 2KW, 270V / 24V / 12V DC-DC Converter
•Led EPS sub-system. Participated in Future – X Proposal development, Selected & Sized
Battery, and EPS Systems, Prepared Flysheet Specifications for EPS Systems, Sourced
Vendors, Provided Procurement and Supplier Management support
•Evaluated Sub-Contractors (Technical and Cost). Provided customer (NASA) support.
•Created Candidate Battery Technology Database (Primary & Secondary).
•Prepared Microwave Beam – Powered Lunar Rover Presentation for JPL / NASA contract.
•Prepared Technical Specifications & Proposal evaluations to the sub-contractor.
•Reviewed, audited, witness, monitored, managed supplier design, integration and system test (SEIT). Evaluated and recommended system hardware upgrades and analysis of future system requirements. Performed System Verification & Validation.
•Gathered Tools & Processes in improving Advanced Programs System Definition Phase so that Boeing is more Responsive, Productive, & Successful in Cultivating and Acquiring New Business.
•Defined Generic X Vehicle EPS (Electrical Power System) Requirements, Concepts, Features, and Issues. Familiar with CMMI, Six Sigma & Quality Management Principles.
•Performed Battery Trade Analysis Study (X-33, X-34, ICBM, RLV etc.).
•Project Management Activities supporting GAP (Guidance Application Program) – RAD HARD Parts, Processes, Vendor & Sub-contract Management.
•Responsible for PEM (Plastic Encapsulated Microcircuits) specification coordination, audit procedures and checklist for qualifying COTS parts screening to Boeing – wide. Developed and optimized HPM (Hardware Process Manual) for Parts, Material and Processes that utilize common process and tools
AECOM Technology Corp., LA, CA Sr. QA / Sr. Electrical System 1992-1996 (DMJM / Holmes & Narver) / FAA & MTA Integration Engineer DOT Design & Construction Projects
•Performed quality reviews of Metro Rail Transit System design documentation.
•Prepared Design Quality Manual, Policies & Procedures.
•Conducted transformer failure analysis, long-term storage, protection and maintenance.
•Analyzed and coordinated design review comments.
•Reviewed design criteria, standards, baseline drawings and specifications, calculations, test procedures, quality assurance plans; performed quality surveillance audits and recommended changes to ensure consistent product quality and reliability; and recommended design quality improvements.
•Demonstrated understanding of advanced statistical methods.
•Responsible for fire / life safety design upgrade on FAA projects for Air-Traffic Control Towers (ATCT).
•Prepared specifications, designed power distribution, control systems, stair pressurization and emergency power supply systems.
•Initiated Lessons Learned program and knowledge-based innovation team in improving CMI and earned value Management that resulted in improved program CPI & SPI measures.
•Participated in Fire Protection and Life Safety upgrades.
•Completed NEC Code & Certified ISO 9000 / AS 9100 Lead Auditor Training.
•Developed and monitored cross-referenced multi-disciplinary design verification matrix, test plans, test programs and procedures.
•Prepared Request For information (RFI) from Construction Managers, Designers, and sub-contractors.
Hughes Aircraft, El Segundo, CA Sr. Member Technical Staff 1987-1991
•Responsible Engineer (RE) for Magnetic components source selection, evaluation and acquisition.
•Designed, analyzed and reviewed passive and active components utilized in Aerospace, Telecommunication, Ground, Space and Radar systems. Components included: switching power supplies, transformers, inductors, motors, cables, relays, switches, circuit breakers, fuses, resistors, capacitors, diodes, transistors, ASICS, VLSI, hybrids etc.
•Performed vendor-engineering evaluations. Prepared test plans and reports for DPAs, FARs and Parts qualifications. Developed parts procurement specifications. Generated test procedures, supported parts management team in reducing costs in specification change processes. Conducted technical interface with suppliers, customers and incoming inspection.
•Performed analog and digital circuit design, magnetic design, production support, and component testing and failure analysis. Investigated failures and implemented corrective actions to improve product performance and cost control measures.
•Controlled Parts, Material and Processes (PMP) to meet space program requirements.
•Participated in supplier quality functions. Managed supplier’s delivery of proper design documentation and product delivery schedule.
•Performed GIDEP analysis and maintained a computerized GIDEP Alert library. Performed qualityengineering assignment in accordance with MIL-Q-9858 and ISO 9000.
•Technical leadership in source selection, and failure Mode & effective analysis (FMEA)
•Responsible Engineer (REA) for technical, administrative, and managerial tasks associated with minimizing cost while ensuring that technical requirements are met.
Tandon Corporation, Moorpark, CA Sr. Power Supply Engineer 1986-1987
•Directed turnkey operations for switching power supplies utilized in computers and peripheral devices.
•Traveled internationally (Europe and SE Asia) for sourcing and qualifying power supply vendors, circuit boards and components.
•Provided UL, CSA, FAA, FCC, IEC, VDE, TUV, FEMKO, NEMKO agencies support for product certification. Performed MTBF, FMEA, RAM calculations (MIL-HDBK-217 and IEEE STDs).
•Participated in design reviews and MRB. Supported EMI / EMC certification coordination.
•Applied Continuous Measurable Improvement (CMI) processes, Design Of Experiments (DOE) and Variability Reduction (VR) techniques in process implementation to improve product reliability, reduce overall cost and increase customer satisfaction.
•Supervised engineering group of 10.
Consultant Sr. Project / Systems Engineer 1981-1986 (Data Power, Christie, EPE, Bechtel Power, Flour Corporation) NIFE/ SAAB Powertronic Corp, Systems Engineering Manager 1976-1980
•Designed and managed multi-disciplinary activities for UPS power supplies and battery chargers with emphasis on system stability and reliability.
•Performed voltage drop, short circuit, wire sizing, lighting, emergency power systems, power distribution, MTBF, FMEA and RAM calculations.
•Wrote specifications, proposal support, source selection, and test procedures.
•Generated power, control, cable, wiring, and relay diagrams.
•Provided production drawings release and vendor coordination.
•Designed power distribution transformers and UPS power supplies.
•Experience with Simulink and similar tools
Gulton /Transrex, Carson, CA Project Engineering Manager 1980-1981
•Project Engineering Manager for high energy and HV pulsed power supplies used in the
•Tokomak Fusion Test Reactors (TFTR) at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPP) and General Atomic Company (GA).
•Designed HV pulsed power transformers.
•Provided production and Quality Assurance support.
•Managed multimillion dollars projects (totaling $20 Million), on schedule and within budget.
•Supervised and managed technical staff of 10.
Jyoti R & D Center & Vol tamp Sr. Design & Development 1971-1973 Transformers, Baroda, India Engineer
•Designed & Developed Insulation Schemes for rotating equipments.
•Supported R & D activities associated with Switchgears, Motors, Transformers & Insulation. Performed Plastic & Dielectric Insulation test procedures, methodology and testing of new products.
•Developed Insulation schemes for Motors & Generators Life Test by Majorette prototyping (Arrhenius Equation) that resulted in cost saving of 30% for product line with improved product performance.
•Maximized cost and time effectiveness while maintaining product performance and quality. Supervised design and drafting group.
EDUCATION
Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia - M.S.E.E, 1974. M.S. University, Baroda, India - B.S.E.E, 1971
M.S. University, Baroda, India - D.E.E, 1967.
German & French Courses - 1968 & 1975
AFFILIATIONS
Registered Professional Engineer, Toronto, Canada
Member I.E.E.E. Power Society, Los Angeles, CA
Member American Society for Quality (ASQ), Los Angeles, CA
ISO 9000 Certified Lead Auditor, QASNA, Huntington Beach, CA
Raytheon Six Sigma Specialist (R6S) Certification.
Completed Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE),
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Systems Engineer (SE)
Responsible Engineer (RE) courses.
PUBLICATIONS
Thesis: "A Linear Gating Circuit"
Paper: "Insulation of Class-B Motors"
Stability & Reliability of Power Systems 7
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