Ben Briscoe

admq3k@r.postjobfree.com l 256-***-**** l Arab, AL

Highlighted Qualifications

● Experienced in performing analytical modeling using MATLAB programming

● Proficient in reading engineering drawings and manufacturing processes

● Accomplished in personnel management and mentoring

● Experienced in writing grant proposals

● Outstanding communication and presentation skills, one-on-one and before groups Relevant Experience

Analysis

● Performed analytical modeling for Vanderbilt University’s Institute of Imaging Science

● Produced MATLAB scripts to meet the following project goals:

Verify validity of theoretical model describing physiological phenomena

Produce data mimicking real-world Dynamic Susceptibility Contrast (DSC) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) focused on brain tumors

Compare and contrast accuracy of various DSC-MRI methods

Produce informative graphs

Technical Writing

● Assembled as-built drawings and assessed data packs against DoD Prime contractor requirements for quality assurance department of aerospace manufacturing company

● Developed functional test documents for Ares I-X parachute camera system for use in before and after flight level shock and vibration testing; assisted in functional subsystem tests and data analysis

● Researched and developed proposals for which federally and privately funded grants and aid were awarded

System Design

● Developed Booster Element camera system as part of Avionics team for Ares I-X test flight; corrected coding logic, preventing the microprocessor from causing system to fail and not capture images

Footage captured of the Ares I-X booster camera during flight showed parachute failure, providing useful data for future flights

● Researched and designed progressive seven year breeding program to improve genetic viability of cattle herd

● Designed traceability system for hardware installed into aerospace assemblies Ben Briscoe - Page 2

Relevant Experience - continued

Practical Mechanical Engineering

● Machined and assembled parts using a CNC Gantry Mill as well as various manual mills, lathes, and other precision machinery for the Navy, Boeing, Lockheed Martin and other Aerospace companies

● Designed and machined tooling and fixtures to complete complex processes

● Performed hydrostatic testing for Space Launch System parts

● Drew construction plans for theatrical productions Project Planning/Implementation

● Designed annual curricula as part of comprehensive program spanning 6th-12th grade students

● Developed annual, progressive, week-long event serving 225+ people; responsibilities included the following:

Training volunteer workforce

Coordinating meals

Managing theatrical production

Overseeing volunteer-developed classes

Resource Management

● Developed annual and monthly static and operating budgets for departments within organizations with $250,000-1,200,000 annual master budgets

● Oversaw operating budget, including spending of volunteers and employees

● Drafted and carried out financial plan for expanding cattle production to an established direct marketing grass-fed beef program

Personnel Management

● Developed training program for volunteers to encourage leadership, mentoring, and administrative skills

● Oversaw volunteer workforce in community events, serving as many as 300 individuals in nightly events and 60+ in overnight trips

● Supervised long term employees and summer interns Education

Cumberland University August 2006 - December 2010

Lebanon, TN

• Bachelors of Science in Mathematics, Achieved 3.3 GPA

• Minor in English

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Employment History

CNC Operator October 2019 - Present

BK Aerospace – Arab, AL

Small Business Owner January 2011 - Present

Briscoe Farms – Arab, AL

Youth Minister September 2018 - August 2019

CrossBridge Church – Birmingham, AL

Youth Minister October 2013 - August 2018

Second Street Church – Pulaski, TN

Teaching Assistant August 2011 - December 2011

University of Alabama, Huntsville

Undergraduate Research Assistant Summer 2010 & Summer 2009 Vanderbilt – Nashville, TN

Undergraduate Research Assistant Summer 2008

NASA – Huntsville, AL

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