Samuel Kicklighter II ******.***********@*****.*** 727-***-****
Electronic Technician
•Used blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, diagnostic processes and engineering instructions for troubleshooting component and system level failures, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components
•Trained new test and troubleshoot technicians using documented procedures and diagnostic equipment
•Identified and resolved test station and diagnostic equipment malfunctions
•Documented and modified in-circuit and functional test procedures and repaired fixtures for unit test
•Conferred with supervisors and engineers to alleviate production and repair flow problems
•Evaluated, modified and repaired customer units and systems in FAA certified repair and overhaul station
•Tested circuit cards utilizing Genrad and Teradyne test stations .
Certifications / Training / Education
IPC Specialist J-STD-001 IPC Specialist A-610 IPC Specialist A-620 Fine Pitch Soldering ESD Awareness Component Identification Federal Aviation Authority European Union Aviation Safety Agency
Bachelor of Science in Electronic Engineering Technology
Tampa Technical Institute
Work Experience
Senior Electronic Technician
Belcan Engineering - August 2020 to Present
•Build cables, modify circuit boards, assemble panels for integration into specified test platforms for industry specific needs. These platforms are racks and test stations built to different configurations of in-house built and outside purchased equipment.Assisted Engineering in testing of designed cables utilizing Hipot technology.Upgrade, inspect and repair customer provided interface test assemblies utilizing BOM’s, engineering documents, schematics, documented procedures and processes, utilizing electrical and electronic expertise, within regulatory guidelines.
FAA Repair & Overhaul Technician
TAD PGS/Honeywell Inc.- April 2018 to March 2020
•Receive and inspect customer equipment for repair or re-certification. Evaluate unit for repair or re-certification, troubleshoot if necessary, propose repair and send quote to customer service of parts required and man hours for customer approval, repair and certify unit utilizing BOM’s, engineering documents, schematics, procedures and documented processes, utilizing electrical and electronic expertise, within regulatory guidelines.
Automotive Electrician
Resource Mfg /Frontline Communications – April 2017 to Feb. 2018
•Build and wire, command and broadcast specialty vehicles. Modify and install internal and external components to customer requirements utilizing BOM’s, engineering documents, schematics, electrical and electronic expertise with regulatory guidelines. Extensive knowledge of cabling was used.
Assembler
DCR /Lockheed Martin – Oldsmar, FL – September 2016 to Jan. 2017
• Assemble various types of cable assemblies utilizing IPC 620 standards, Standard Operating Documentation, and Lockheed Martin processes.
Inspector/Calibration technician
Anistar/Compulink – St Petersburg, Fl. – May 2016 to August 2016
•Inspect and or test various cable assemblies utilizing Cirris and One-Touch cable analyzers.
•Utilize various electronic programs and national standards to calibrate equipment used in the manufacturing processes.
•Verify requirements for all levels of regulation as required by customers and work orders.
Samuel Kicklighter II ******.***********@*****.*** 727-***-****
Assembler
DCR/Lockheed Martin – Oldsmar, FL – February 2015 to May 2016
•Assemble various types of cable assemblies utilizing IPC 620 standards, Standard Operating Documentation, and Lockheed Martin processes.
•Verify assembly, torque requirements, lacing, labeling, and completeness according to work order at Final Mechanical station.
Lab Technician
Pixel Teq /Staffex - Largo, FL - October 2013 to November 2013
•Input process parameters and loaded chambers for multiple product lines.
•Monitored processes while measuringand correcting deficient readings based on chamber characteristics. Calculated and input adjustments correlated from tolerances and results of previous run.
Production Technician
Rgbsi/Eaton Corp - Sarasota, FL - August 2012 to October 2012
•Vibration, Thermal, and ESS, testing and calibration of aircraft components and assemblies to ensure
conformance to specifications and regulations as set by procedures, documentation, work orders and federal regulations. Engineering support in reliability testing and failure analysis.
Senior Test Technician
Zhone Technologies Inc - Largo, FL - May 2000 to January 2012
•Started as ICT test system operator, testing and repairing manufactured circuit boards.
•Functional and system testing where cca's are integrated into models. Troubleshooting and repairing all failures.
•Worked with failure analysis team andtrained new test and troubleshoot technicians.
•Utilized Genrad and Teradyne test platforms, frequency generators, o-scopes, debug systems, time meters,and various fixtures and diagnostic equipment.
Test Technician I / Integration Technician III
Unaxis /Plasma-Therm - Saint Petersburg, FL - May 1997 to February 2000
•Test, Troubleshoot, and Repair completed Etch and Deposition systems used by the Semi-conductor Industry.
•Perform all reliability and functional testing in a clean-room environment.
•Assemble, modify, and vacuum checktools for inductively-coupled plasma processes.
•Integrate Power centers, Rf generators, computers, turbo pumps, and gate valves with vacuum chambers to become systems.
Biomedical Test Technician
Baxter Health Services - Largo, FL - April 1994 to July 1996
•Test, troubleshoot, repair and calibrate various types of biomedical equipment during the pre-production andproduction processes.
•Technical support to Engineering Dept. for design modifications. Assigned to RenalDept.
Intake Specialist/ Troubleshooter
Fla. Dept. of Labor and Employment Security - Saint Petersburg, FL - July 1991 to March 1993
•Interview applicants and file claims.
•Counsel as it relates to employment goals and refer to supportive services.
Test Technician/QA/QC
International Technology Corp - Clearwater, FL - October 1987 to January 1991
•Modify, test, troubleshoot, and repair IBM, Intel, and clone processor based computer systems and peripherals. Inspected, tested, and repaired sub-assemblies and modules to component level
•Documented inspection and test procedures as Lead QA/QC.