Product Manager
Resume:
Jason
Monk
adjs2y@r.postjobfree.com
Los Angeles, CA
Summary Innovative strategist, with a diverse background in electrical engineering and project management, seeking opportunities to utilize soft-skills gained across multiple industries and knowledge of human-centered design to bring disruptive products to market. An avid communicator and empathetic leader who thrives in cross-functional environments and serving as a liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders to develop roadmaps that translate creative ideas into compelling solutions. Education
12/2006
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University BS Electrical Engineering • Greensboro, NC
05/2022
University of Southern California
MS Integrated Design, Business and Technology • Los Angeles, CA Skills
Experience
03/2018 - Present
The Producers Group
Technical Manager • Glendale, CA
Collaborates with creative directors and show producers to develop concepts for the show set integration of special effects, show action equipment, animatronics, audio/visual & lighting with customized control systems for theme park attractions and stunt shows. Generates technical documents for each phase of a project (blue sky/concept development, schematic design, detailed design & construction/installation).
Develops detailed Operations & Maintenance manuals for turn-key attractions.
Responsible for the selection and management of vendors developing each technical show element.
Provides remote and on-site supervision and coordination of the field installation of all show systems.
Works with engineers and facility design managers to identify and specify critical back of house rooms needed for the operation of attractions and shows.
Advises the technical director and project manager of project milestones and advise of any potential risk.
Product Management Project / Program Management
Engineering Design Research & Development
Business Development Start-Up/Entrepreneurial Experience Innovation Management Agile Development
UX Design Data Analytics
Cost Management Extended Reality (VR/AR) Consulting Patent Examination Mechatronics
11/2017 - 11/2018
Transpring Technology (USA)
Product Development Engineer • City of Industry, CA Served as the liaison between an original design manufacturing company headquartered in China and their clients located in the United States and Canada for the white-label design and production of customized products for various reputable brands in the cannabis vaping industry that included reusable and disposable vape pens, cartridges, batteries, all-in-one pods and cartridge filling machines. Managed the full product development lifecycle which included product planning, design verification, product verification, trial production and mass production phases.
Conducted site acceptance testing of produced products from the factory with the client's proprietary distillates using specialty lab equipment to simulate the effects that changes in low air pressure, altitude, temperature and vibrations has on the end-product to ensure quality and verify product compatibility.
Assisted the company's external legal team with submitting utility and design patent applications to the United States Patent & Trademark office in order to establish legal ownership of proprietary designs. Represented the company at various domestic and international industry trade shows for business development opportunities and to educate potential customers about the company's product offerings and services.
06/2017 - 12/2017
eos Products
Product Engineer • Culver City, CA
Managed the full-cycle design and development of custom LED lighting products for high-end interiors and luxury displays, servicing a diverse clientele.
Coordinated with over-seas vendors to select and procure appropriate equipment necessary for bepoke designs.
Continually improved the start-up company's methods and procedures for processes, documenting and workflow techniques. Created protocols, qualification documents and test plans and reports for quality assurance purposes.
Developed product documentation and technical specifications to communicate key components of upcoming features and products to internal teams and customers.
Researched emerging technologies and current trends to stay knowledgeable in methods that could benefit the Scrum team. 03/2016 - 03/2017
Galorath Incorporated
Engineering Cost Consultant • El Segundo, CA
Obtained a SECRET level security clearance to develop life cycle cost estimates and documentation for the Department of Defense, NASA and other government agencies.
Developed and implemented a wide variety of cost estimating methodologies, and performed risk and uncertainty analyses. Conducted training presentations for proprietary cost modeling software products and Space Cost Estimating at customer sites and conferences.
Reviewed proposal submissions from scientists and consulted with aerospace industry experts to gain a deep understanding of proposal intent and objectives.
Assisted technical support department in troubleshooting customer software issues.
Applied mathematical skills and understanding of engineering principles to build complex cost models.
Reverse engineered hardware to facilitate documentation. 08/2013 - 11/2015
Wabtec Corporation
Signal Engineer • Ontario, CA
Created electric circuit plans for freight and commuter rail projects that met and exceeded strict client and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) standards using AutoCAD and Microstation software.
Performed engineering calculations to program safety critical processors for railroad applications.
Assisted with the program management and site acceptance testing of rail signal and communications systems for the Denver Airport commuter rail project.
Trained and mentored junior engineers and new hires through the company’s onboarding process.
Ensured proper field installations through accurate reading of blueprints.
Engaged with customer representatives for requirements analysis, testing and system documentation.
Developed plans and procedures for the testing and commissioning of new systems.
05/2011 - 08/2013
CSX Transportation Inc.
Signal Manager • Lafayette, IN
Supervised the work of 12 railroad signal maintainers across territory that covered the entire state of Indiana and additional personnel at train derailments.
Performed root cause analysis for repeat trouble tickets across territory to identify and resolve central issues and recommend equipment upgrades.
Was responsible and accountable for managing all aspects of safety on subdivision.
Directed the planning, budgeting and implementation of all signal operation activities.
Ensured that entire territory was compliant with all Federal, State and FRA regulations.
Coordinated and scheduled new hardware and software system integrations and upgrades with the design and testing departments. Developed and presented technical training programs to further educate workforce.
Participated in rotational training program with the Transportation, Mechanical and Engineering departments.
04/2008 - 04/2011
AECOM
Electrical Engineer • Washington, D.C.
Designed building power, lighting, communications, security and control systems for various Smithsonian museums and U.S. Government buildings in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area. Performed project design and development tasks, including drawings, calculations, cost estimates and specifications.
Responded to client questions and comments, reviewed contractor submittals and provided clarifications during constructions. Applied NEC, NEMA and IEEE codes and standards in electrical system designs.
Communicated internally with architects and other engineering disciplines to ensure project designs and documents were properly coordinated.
Participated in site surveys during the design and construction phases and coordinated with contractors and vendors to ensure installation progress and compliance to codes, established drawings, specifications and schedules.
02/2007 - 04/2008
United States Patent & Trademark Office
Patent Examiner • Alexandria, VA
Reviewed patent applications for semiconductors and lasers to determine if the device and/or methods of manufacture complied with the rules and laws to grant a successful patent.
Analyzed advanced, innovative and complex concepts within the semiconductor and lasers industry utilizing my electrical engineering background.
Conducted attorney interviews that addressed patent applicant's questions and concerns and provided any needed clarifications. Effectively communicated my research and findings to inventors and their attorneys.
Affiliations
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
Themed Entertainment Association (TEA)
International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions (IAAPA) Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
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