Engineer Software

MICHAEL A. MICHON

**** ******* **** ********* *****, MI 48307

Email: ***********@*****.*** Phone: 586-***-****

OBJECTIVE

Systems Integration, Simulation/Modeling, Controls Engineer or Test Engineer

EDUCATION

B.S. Degree Mechanical Engineering, Oakland University, Auburn Hills, MI

B.S. Degree Electrical Engineering, Oakland University, Auburn Hills, MI

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Intensive experience in research, application, design, development and Testing of Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical and Software Engineering of Military and Commercial products.

11 years of experience with Matlab, Simulink, Stateflow and Vector products

Engineering: Vehicle Modeling, Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow, dSPACE Hardware-in-Loop, Verification Testing, System Integration, Hydraulics, Field Test Engineer, ISO 26262 and Hybrid Technology.

Programming: Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow, Control System Modeling, CANoe, CANape, PADS, CAPL,

Python 3.8.1, C and C++.

Electrical: NI hardware, dSPACE Hardware-in-Loop (HIL), PCB Design, Digital and Analog circuits Design, for simulation and post processing of

Engineering Experience: Weapons Systems, Eaton Hybrid Powertrain, Volvo Trucks, Caterpillar Powertrain and Machine systems, Medium Wheel Loaders, Motor Grater, FCS, HMMMV, Stryker, FTTS (Hybrid Powertrain), MGS, Abrams M1A2, GM Trucks, Cummins Engines, Ford BCM’s, Aircraft Systems and Software Engineer.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Systems and Software Engineer – GE Aviation, Grand Rapids MI 12/2019 to 3/2020

Developed Future Vertical Lift (FVL) aircraft SysML using Enterprise Architecture.

Created software with python, C and C++ to automate data manipulation to CSV, File and Excel file types.

Submarine Power Drive Model Verification Engineer – Leonardo DRS, Milwaukee WI 9/2018 to 9/2019

Characterized Power Drive Control System.

Developed Matlab script for the testing of a Simulink Power Drive control model.

Conducted software verification of Model.

File management using Git and TortoiseGit.

Update model Libraries with document block descriptions.

JLTV Platform Systems Software Engineer – Oshkosh Corp, Oshkosh WI 9/2017 to 9/2018

Developed JLTV subsystem software requirements, software test plans and associated documents.

Conducted JLTV On-truck software testing.

Supported JLTV ECP, STS and associated JPO Requests.

Engineer – FEV, Auburn Hills MI 12/2014 to 5/2017

Model Verification & Validation Engineer - Ford Motor Company (Contract from FEV), Livonia MI

Utilized Matlab 2014b to create Harness Model for the MIL Regression and Requirements Testing

Developed a Matlab 2014b model architecture that supported subsystem, feature and unit testing.

Created Matlab scripts to support a Fully Automated Testing and post processing of data results.

Developed Simulation Subsystem/Feature Software Verification Tool (SSFSVT)

Created and presented Design Review of SSFST to division managers and peers.

Identified Current and Future Automation goals to provide improved efficiency and accuracy.

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Powertrain Control Engineer – FCA, Auburn Hills MI

Modified Simulink/Stateflow Powertrain Control Model.

Analyzed Powertrain test data.

HIL Verification of ECM.

HIL Test Engineer – Magna Electronics Inc. (Contract), Rochester Hills MI 2/2014 to 11/2014

Documented issues and defects in PTC Integrity.

Created test plans and procedures for product testing.

HIL Test Bench setup, Open loop model generation, HIL IO mapping and HIL bench debugging.

Developed dSPACE HIL scripts using Automation Desk with Control Desk and FIU to support testing of software/hardware features

Utilized Simulink/Stateflow models to support testing of software/hardware features.

Verification lead engineer for GM module to ensure on time delivery of 700 test results and gate deliverables

Abrams ECP1 CAN Design Engineer – General Dynamics (Contract), Sterling Heights MI 7/2012 to 9/2013

Performing Functional Decomposition and Capability Development to identify Abrams ECP1 CAN architecture

Provided technical support Abrams ECP1 with Data Bus Architectures/Protocols (CAN, Ethernet, 1553, Serial)

Experience with Deterministic and Non-Deterministic Data Bus Architectures

Developing and integrating Military C4ISR systems, ideally on Ground Combat Vehicle platforms

Identified Calibration, Diagnostic (Filtering algorithms, DTC structure) and application layer

Utilized Model Based Systems Engineering (Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow) to and verify unique solutions.

Identified hardware and memory requirements for CAN (J1939) architecture

Documented proprietary CAN (J1939) architecture ICD and SSDD using FrameMaker

Created CANoe dbc file: Message List, Signal List, Matrix, Value list for Abrams CAN (J1939) architecture

Technical Lead for CAN (J1939) architecture with supplier, software and component leads

Calibration\Test Engineer - Cummins (Contract), Columbus IN 9/2011 to 3/2012

Tune PID, Diagnostic Calibration, Create Test Plans and Documents

Verify Component functionality through Bench, In cell, Field testing with Calterm and Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow

Lead Engineer on Heavy Duty Diagnostics on IAT, VGT, EGR

System Engineer, Software Engineer - Eaton Corporation (Contract), Galesburg MI 5/2011 to 9/2011

Develop Test Evaluation Tool script and GUI with CAPL and C in CANape.

Identify test parameters and system metrics on hybrid technology.

Software Design Release Engineer - Ford Motor Company (Contract), Dearborn MI 12/2010 to 5/2011

Developed, coordinated, documented, updated and review solutions for body control modules (BCM).

Detail DID, PID, DTC, microprocessor, memory, communication and signal conditioning software\hardware.

Developed and verified Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow BCM control models and C programming.

Electrical Engineer, Powertrain Controls Engineer - Gibbs Technology Inc., Auburn Hills MI 1/2010 to 9/2010

Supervised Technicians and Designers.

Developed vehicle electrical strategies, architecture and schematics with OrCAD.

Identified components and managed electrical parts procurement for a marine\land vehicle.

Designed Body Control Module, Throttle\Accelerator Switching and transmission software strategies.

Design Release Engineer - Volvo (Contract), Hagerstown MD 9/2009 to 1/2010

Develop and implement technical solution on reported Volvo truck powertrain issues.

Identify requirements, test plans and validation process documents for EGR sensor.

Investigated software functionality with Vision to identified diagnostic strategy solutions.

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Electrical Integration - BAE (Contract), York PA 3/2009 to 6/2009

Reviewed FCS-Aerospace requirements and identify electrical system harness configuration and hardware.

Defined electrical procedures and responsibilities in a multi-corporate (GDLS, Boeing, BAE) group.

Developed routing of the wiring architecture and worked with mechanical design team for FCS.

Systems Integration and Verification Specialist - Caterpillar (Contract), Peoria Heights IL 10/2007 to 2/2009

Identified and documented System Integration tools, verification Testing process, requirements and standards.

Developed specifications for a dSPACE HIL, wiring harnessing and models for a vehicle test bench.

Created Powertrain Test Cell documents and trained employ’s on document and process requirements.

Developed close loop, drive train, implement and operator models with Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow.

Developed an efficient Powertrain Test Cell process that reduced labor cost and expanded capabilities.

Machine Systems Integration, Controls Engineer, Caterpillar (Contract), Mossville IL 10/2005 to 2/2007

Lead Engineer for a development of a $600K MWL Test Bench using a dSPACE Hardware-in-Loop system.

Electrical machine systems integration and development of a proprietary CAN Application.

Coordinated software/hardware system validation testing issues utilizing Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow, CANoe.

Designed (using ProE), Procured, modified and installed harnesses for Test Bed Vehicles.

Systems Integration, ACTIA, Dearborn MI 1/2005 to 10/2005

Identified electrical architecture details based on MIL-STD requirements and developed support documents.

Define strategies for CAN (J1939) Architecture diagnostics/prognostics on the FTTS

Conducted DFMEA on Duramax 6.6L, Allison 2000, HVAC, FTTS Hybrid system, Fuel Delivery, ABS, Steering, Suspension, Solid State Power Management other mechanical and electrical automotive Systems

Test Engineer, General Dynamics Land Systems (Contract),

Assigned test sights Yuma Proving Grounds AZ 10/2002 to 1/2004

Conducted DFMEA on the fire control systems, turret operations, chemical detection systems, environmental controls and electrical architectures utilizing RS232/RS422/RS485.

Coordinated with Hardware/Software/Mechanical Engineering to develop improvements on the Stryker.

Provided technical review of mechanics procedures and identification of technical guidelines.

Liaison to Government Engineers for technical requirements, equipment and service procedures.

Product Development Engineer, AM General (Contract), Livonia MI 10/2000 to 2/2002

Developed HVAC Aft Power Module project to contribute an annual savings of $50,000 per year.

Researched MIL-STD backlighting for Gages and developed MIL-STD and commercial circuits.

Designed and released alternator, accelerator pedal, Central Tire Inflation (CTI).

Vehicle Engineer (Contract), General Motor Corporation (Contract), Madison Heights MI 1/2000 to 10/2000

Identify electrical system enhancements, power assessment requirements and component specifications.

Identified Upfitter manufactures, drove vehicle improvements and conducted vehicle option studies.

Hardware Engineer, Federal APD, Novi MI 9/1998 to 7/1999

Generated product specifications, cost analysis and project schedule using Microsoft Project.

Designed Hardware schematics and layouts of printed circuit boards using Synario and PowerPCB.

Constructed and tested prototype electronic assemblies with the Motorola HC11 series processor.

Researched replacement parts, identified availability & pricing for Hardware with suppliers.

Developed programming for FPGA (XILINX) electrical devices on the OMEGA and other products.

Electrical/Software Engineer, Marposs Corporation, Auburn Hills MI 10/1996 to 4/1998

Developed wire harnesses and control boxes utilizing AUTOCAD for industrial measurement equipment.

Designed controls with C programming and identified measurement equations from mechanical prints.

U.S. AIR FORCE 7/1982 to 12/1992

Air Cargo Specialist Supervisor, SanBernardino CA, Desert Storm (Saudi Arabia), Germany

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