Support Equipment Secret Clearance

Archimedes G. Adora

**** ******* *****, ****** **, 93033 / Phone: 805-***-****

WORK EXPERIENCE: Supporting the Vertical Launch System (VLS) Launcher Support Equipment (LSE) Engineering Branch at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD).

VLS LSE TECHNICIAN

06/20/2024 – Present

Port Hueneme, California

Active U.S. Secret clearance or higher

Help developing maintenance procedure for launcher support equipment.

2-5 years hands-on experience in mechanical hardware troubleshooting.

Helped developed maintenance procedures for launcher support equipment.

Supported Engineers troubleshoot launcher support equipment failures both mechanical and electromechanical.

Supported Engineers evaluate and generate feedback for Technical Manual Feedback Reports (TMFRs).

Helped Engineers conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with certifications.

Responsible for creating and processing Notice of Revisions (NORs) for Launcher Support equipment as required.

Familiarized with common manual and power tools.

Self-motivated, take the initiative, and be decisive.

Motivated punctual and able to work in office full time.

Excellent in communication skills.

Prior knowledge of VLS canisters and deluge systems is a definite plus.

Competency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

High School Diploma

Associate level degree in an engineering discipline

SENIOR TEST TECHNICIAN

Raytheon Technologies – RTX Corporation

09/18/2023 – Present

Active U.S. Secret clearance or higher

Testing and troubleshooting PCIA Boards using power supply, DMM, Oscilliscope dedicated test fixtures.

Performed varieties of mechanical assembly for the mechanical assembly of RF (radar) systems and subassemblies.

Operated and adjust mechanical fastener application using Loctite and torque wrenches

Using a variety of test equipment: Network and Spectrum Analyzers.

Use a computer to access work instructions, make technical calculations as part

of test, timekeeping, perform data entry and complete on-line training.

Oscilloscope, Signal Generators, Power Meters, or Digital Multimeters, Tested RF cable attachment and performed insertion loss with a Network Analyzer, assembling systems with mechanical and electrical attachments.

Handling electrostatic discharge (ESD) sensitive items. Testing of high voltage

items and know safety protocols.

TEST TECHNICIAN II

Dow Key Microwave – Dover Company

03/20/2022 – Present

Performed varieties of functions involving RF, DC, vibration, thermal vacuum, and power tests.

Working with engineers and Design personnel as required.

Set up test stations as needed.

Tested prototype, pre-production RF relays using approved test procedures and/or customer specifications.

Traveled to outside test facilities to conduct environmental testing.

Provided technical advice to engineers as needed.

Maintained and calibrated test equipment and maintained appropriate records.

The knowledge of how to run vibration profiles and input them.

Calibrated test equipment when needed as a priority

Experience in how to operate and use Network Analyzers, Signal generators, power meters, DAQ units, and basic DMM’s.

Installed and/or relocate test equipment as required

Knowledge on the wire color codes.

Performed other duties as assigned.

Camarillo, CA

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III

Valkyrie Enterprises

10/26/2021 – 03/04/2022

Assisted customers with inspection and repair of switches and switchboards including wiring and cabling on US Naval ships.

Precision soldering on circuit boards, wires, and various assemblies, RF cable attachment, assembling systems with mechanical and electrical attachments

Maintained a clean and organized workstation as a certified in small gauge wire harness assembly

Built and terminated wire harnesses for Class A & B, for Naval ship CCGs Cruisers, and Destroyers.

Assembled complex wire harness for contracted customer

Checked the quality of all wires, crimp quality, and verify Hi-Pot procedures for Multi-Conductor wires Continually improve processes for production efficiency.

Worked in different areas of the Military Base, and for different contract customers during production demand.

Contracted projects due to NCR Reports Accomplishments Improved quality and efficiency on Contracted Project.

Operated and adjust mechanical and electrical equipment and simple test equipment, record test data.

Performed customer support activities involving installation, modification and repair of equipment and systems.

Followed established policies and procedures to ensure proper working order.

Review project instructions and blueprints to ascertain specifications, material requirements, procedures, objectives, test equipment safety requirements, nature of technical problem and possible solutions such as parts redesign, substitution of material or parts, or rearrangement of parts or subassemblies.

Ability to read and understand blueprints, recognize problem through troubleshooting and find solutions.

Point Mugu, CA

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II

SAALEX, Solutions

10/26/2020 – 02/21/2022

Active U.S. Secret clearance or higher

Knowledge of the following software’s and programs: Equipment Location Certification Information Database.

Perform antenna azimuth and tilt adjustments with the ATC(Andrew Teletilt Control) software on CommScope Dual-band antennas.

Collect predictive coverage data for evaluation of system alignment and performance.

Knowledge of the following DoD Radars, Communication systems, Data Links, or SATCOM

Supports key projects, providing day-to-day updates to Senior Technicians and manager as directed

Work under close supervision

Camarillo, CA

TEST & ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

CPI Malibu Division

03/18/2020 – 10/23/2020

Perform rework, testing and troubleshooting of production Antennas

Performed other duties under supervision of manager

Perform failure mode analysis on production units and report causes to test engineer

Troubleshoot antenna system problems, using various Anritsu spectrum analyzer test sets to set levels, adjust channel power, and test system performance.

Characterize the performance of RF modules in the lab using Vector Network Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Vector Signal Generators, and Spectrum Analyzers

Create test procedures and documentation for internal use

Camarillo, CA

TEST & INTEGRATION ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN

CTL-Systemware

07/03/2009 – 02/18/2020

Perform repair work including necessary disassembly and assembly

Procurement of operative materials, equipment, and service providers

Optimizing resources and installations (idea generation and planning)

Changing and updating processes

Changing and updating software and hardware

Changing and updating process parameters

Test and Software Integration of Radio Frequency equipment

Trouble-shooting, tuning and analyzed trends in defects for various controllers

Goleta, CA

AUTOMATED INTEGRATION TEST TECHNICIAN

Flir Systems

2/2009

Testing and integration of electrical & mechanical Thermal Imaging and Infrared Cameras for Building and Diagnostics.

Moorpark, CA

SUSTAINING ENGINEERING FAILURE ANALYSIS TECHNICIAN

Kavlico Corp.

08/2001 – 07/2008

Diagnosing problems with manual and automated assembly machines. Failure Analysis of micro automotive sensors, Asics chips and piezoresistive sensor dies.

Testing and troubleshooting of Integrated Circuit (Hybrids) using Temperature chambers and pressure controlled equipment to determine failure cause.

Evaluation of components.

Evaluation of production, statistical and performance data.

Troubleshooting of products involving microelectronics, integrated circuits, surface mount technology, printed ceramic hybrids, industrial materials and chemicals.

Participates with problem solving teams on yield improvement, continuous improvements and corrective action projects.

Comprehends and interprets non-destructive and destructive analysis techniques and results.

Evaluates and troubleshoots performance testing equipment.

Comprehends and executes exploratory analysis techniques.

Comprehends and maintains laboratory systems and standards.

Proficient at packaging teardown techniques and fixturing.

Mentors testers and technicians in analysis process and techniques.

Periodically assists in other production areas at the discretion of the Production Manager or Test Manager

Conducts engineering/development tests and detailed experimental testing to collect design data or assist in general research work

Applies 5S, Lean, 6 Sigma, follows standard work, rapid problem solving, RCCA, visual management, total productive maintenance, and ISO

Provide assistance to engineers performing product failure analysis

Create, develop and continuously improve SOP’s pertaining to the PTS and MCS machines

Perform, as assigned, performance and calibration tests on a variety of equipment such as: amplifiers, transducers, etc

Provide technical support to other groups and co-workers

Camarillo, CA

RF ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN

California Amplifier

2001

Radio Frequency Trouble-shooting and/or Tuning

Analyzed trends in defects for various dual and quad units

Responsible of operating test equipment including an oscilloscope (Spectrum Analyzer) Function Generator and DMM for testing and troubleshooting Satellite components

Disassembled defective components and pinpointed the component failure

Associate’s Degree in Electronics

EDUCATION

ITT – TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

SKILLS

2001

9+ years of Testing and Troubleshooting electronic assemblies experience with an Associate's Degree in Electronics technology or equivalent Technical certification

Able to read and understand schematics and circuits

Able to troubleshoot down to component level

Previous Soldering experience

Ability to demonstrate skills with associated electronic test equipment

Maintenance of factory/production systems

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