Electrical Engineer Principal

Eric Simms

***** *** **, *** ********, CA *****

323-***-**** • ******@*****.***

A seasoned Electrical Engineer with over 20 years of experience working with both large and small corporations essentially focused on electrical design and program management that possesses a wide variety of technical skills as an effective communicator that enjoys being part of a team, as well as managing and training an efficient team. Experience

Bastion Technologies, Pasadena CA May 2019 to Present Principal Electrical Engineer

Performed reliability assessments of space electrical assemblies and circuit card assemblies.

Reviewed or created Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA), Worst Case Analysis (WCA), Electronic Parts Stress Analysis (PSA), and Single-Events Effects Analysis (SEEA). Provided reports detailing the analysis and findings encountered.

Interfaced with JPL Project Managers, Project Element Managers, Task Managers, and Mission Assurance Managers to develop appropriate reliability engineering requirements and plans for JPL Space Projects.

Pro Source, Irvine CA Dec 2017 to May 2019

Principal Electrical Engineer

Designed electrical assemblies including circuit card assemblies to provide stimulus to test the functionality of medical products.

Led as well as worked with a team of mechanical, electrical and software engineers to enhance the reliability and efficiency of a variety of medical products.

Developed testing and safety protocols in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Traveled to manufacturing site to aid in the transmission of design and troubleshooting if needed.

Key Results: Designed stimulus printed circuit card assemblies and enclosure to test the functionality of cNIBP electrical portion of cuff and HRS. Redesigned the manual test procedure for current and possible future programs to include ~100% test coverage on electrical/software testing of manufacturing TRSs. Wrote testing and safety protocols for cNIBP, Oximetry Redesign, CSM, HemoSphere and Golden Gate. Traveled to BHE for 3P event as well as implementing testing design for cNIBP. Troubleshot electrical devices and fixtures at BHE and Edwards Lifesciences. Documented solutions. Rockwell Collins, Anaheim CA Feb 2016 to Dec 2017

Principal Electrical Engineer

Lead team throughout entire development cycle, collaborate and execute electrical design on existing air chiller assemblies and other avionic products. Provide circuit analysis, simulation, component derating and physical testing to evaluate circuit performance for new product development.

Worked with Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineers to enhance manufacturability, and reliability. Collaborate with Certification Engineers to propose test plans and qualify products in order to meet the Power, Quality, Safety, and Electromagnetic Interface (EMI) requirements.

Wrote test procedures to check PCB quality in the manufacturing process. Troubleshoot circuit boards to a discrete component level using standard lab equipment. Provide solutions to address field issues and manufacturing issues. Key Results: Redesigned EBOX (including multilayer PCBAs) of air chiller assembly to improve efficiency and reliability. Redesigned EBOX PCBA respin of Integrated Galley Trash Compactor assembly for major airlines.

Honeywell Aerospace, Torrance, CA Sept 2008 to Jan 2016 Electrical Engineer III

Designed and developed electrical control systems.

Prepared and studied technical drawings.

Ensured designs met all specifications and were under budget. Designed and maintained facilities.

Tested systems for performance certification and managed design changes. Key Results: Designed AutoCAD layout for substations for programs A350, P30 and Embraer. Designed various microprocessor based PCBAs (R&D) for programs JSTARS and JSF forward module using Ki-Cad. Traveled extensively to customer sites to field troubleshoot assemblies and subassemblies debugging down to component level. Supervised group of technicians, implemented (5S) continuous and process improvement weekly tasks for technicians. Collaborate and execute electrical design on existing air chiller assemblies and other avionic products.

Marvin Land Systems, Inglewood, CA Feb 2007 to Aug 2008 Electrical Engineer II

Designed and developed electrical control systems.

Ensured designs met all specifications.

Supervised tests. Tested systems for performance, lifecycle, and certification. Performed onsite evaluations.

Monitored building of prototype.

Worked with staff to prepare analyses, design reviews, recommendations, and schedules.

Key Results: Designed board layout using Altium Designer for control panel of Stryker tanks. Traveled to support all government projects, installing and field troubleshooting down to component level.

Capstone Turbine Corporation, Chatsworth, CA Aug 2000 to July 2006 Electrical Engineer

Designed and developed electrical control systems.

Tested systems for performance, lifecycle.

Managed design changes.

Worked with staff to prepare analyses, design reviews, recommendations.

Worked with suppliers to improve quality.

Key Results: Designed board layout for microprocessor-based motherboards (Altium Designer) used for power generation. Assisted with ATP testing of subassemblies and final system, power 30KW and 60KW. Supervised group of engineers daily and weekly tasks to ensure milestones. Traveled to customer sites for troubleshooting purposes. KGS Electronics, Arcadia, CA June 1999 to Aug 2000 Electrical Engineer

Designed and developed electrical control systems and components.

Tested systems for performance, lifecycle, and certification. Worked with staff to prepare recommendations.

Made sure projects were completed on time and within budget. Worked with suppliers to improve quality.

Key Results: Designed board layout for production inverters and converters for avionic use. Designed ATP for qualification.

The Boeing Company, Monrovia, CA May 1998 to June 1999 Electrical Engineer

Prepared and studied technical drawings. Produced design drawings.

Designed and maintained equipment.

Tested systems for performance, lifecycle, and certification.

Reviewed engineering drawings. Managed design changes.

Maintained documentation such as wiring diagrams, technical documents. Key Results: Worked for C17, F15, F18, Delta and Space Station programs. Designed cable harnesses according to company standardized procedures. Test and troubleshoot assemblies and subassemblies.

Skills

Analytical Software, Altium, Ltspice, PSPICE, AutoCAD, Circuit Testers, Computer Aided Drafting/Design(CAD), Electrical Analysis, Electrical Control, Electrical Design, Inverters, Microprocessors, Microsoft Office, Motherboards, Multimeters, Power Generation, Schematic Diagrams, Technical Drawings, Technical Support, Technical Writing/Editing, Test Equipment, Troubleshooting, Wiring Diagrams

Education

ITT Technical Institute West Covina, CA

Bachelor of Science: Automated Manufacturing Technology/Robotics

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