KEY SKILS:
•Engineering Management
•R&D and Product Lifecycle Management
•Business Development and Sales
•Project Development and Optimization
•Leadership and Team Building
•Recruitment and Training
•Strategic Planning
•Safety and Quality Control Standards (ISO, AS9100)
•MIL, DO, ASTM Standards
•Preliminary, Critical Design and Readiness Reviews
•Technical Writing
•Product Verification, Validation, and Qualification Testing (Both managing, and hands on)
•Patent Authorship (US Patent 5900837) as an example.
•CAD Skills (CREO/Pro Engineer)
•Finite Element Analysis (Creo Simulate)
•Security Clearance Eligible
•Multilingual: English, Russian, Ukrainian (Fluent); Spanish, Chinese (Beginner)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
WAVE ARRAY, LLC
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING
MARCH 2023 – MARCH 2024
Directed engineering design and development activities, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
Participated in all aspects of business operations within a start-up environment, including design improvements, product deployment activities, marketing, and venture capital assistance search.
Introduced a variety of product reliability enhancements to improve overall performance and customer satisfaction.
Implemented a comprehensive cost improvement approach, resulting in significant savings while maintaining product quality.
Redesigned system architecture to optimize mass production sequences, enhancing efficiency and scalability.
Initiated the development of a robust Configuration Control System to streamline processes and ensure consistency across projects.
COBHAM AEROSPACE COMMUNICATIONS,
DBA COBHAM SLIP RINGS NAPLES, INC. NAPLES FL (FORMERLY AEROFLEX-AIFLYTE, FORMERLY AIRFLYTE ELECTRONICS)
PRINCIPAL ELECTRICAL ENGINEER / ENGINEERING MANAGER
SEP 2008 -MARCH 2023, 15 YEARS
Engineering, design, development, qualifications, production acceptance testing, and First Article Inspections, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
Managed several programs, including the positioner for the F-35 EOTS system and the development of LTAMDS (New Generation Patriot Defense System radar pedestal), among other defense, aerospace, and commercial products.
Provided support for qualifications for numerous new military programs, including Lockheed JSF, New Ground Combat Vehicles (GCV), Raytheon MTS, CRPL, LTAMDS, as well as the development of positioning platforms for advanced remote weapon stations.
Developed innovative methods and techniques for improving electrical signal integrity and product survivability under harsh environmental conditions.
Collaborated with engineering teams from Raytheon, Lockheed Martin, GE, GD, L3, Northrop Grumman, NASA, US DoD, US Army, and US Air Force to achieve project goals and milestones.
Supported new program developments from preliminary design review and engineering release to qualification and production phases.
Supervised a team of Design and Test Engineers and skilled Technicians, providing guidance and support to ensure project success.
CYBERVISION INTERNATIONAL, INC
VP OF OPERATIONS
DALLAS, TX / SHENZHEN, CHINA
JAN. 2004 – SEP. 2008, 5 YEARS
Managed all engineering design and manufacturing operations, overseeing project execution from conception to production.
Supervised a team of seven engineers and coordinated activities on an assembly line of 120 employees, ensuring efficient workflow and timely project delivery.
Provided oversight for quality control lines, implementing rigorous quality assurance measures to uphold product standards and customer satisfaction.
Played a key role in establishing, documenting, and implementing policies and procedures in accordance with ISO standards, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
Obtained compliance with various International Standards, UL, and CE testing and certifications, demonstrating commitment to regulatory compliance and product safety.
Recognized for excellence in product innovation and quality, receiving the "Product of the Year 2004" award from the International Electronic Product Expo in Shenzhen, China.
FOURTH DIMENSION SYSTEM, CORP
ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGER
CHICAGO, IL / NAPLES FL
JAN. 1996 – JAN. 2004, 8 years
Initially started as a Design Engineer, providing electrical engineering support to the Research and Development (R&D) department.
Played a key role in designing and developing electrical systems, contributing to the success of various R&D projects.
Progressed to the role of Senior Project Manager, overseeing activities of the Engineering and R&D departments.
Led cross-functional teams in the execution of engineering projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Managed project budgets, schedules, and resources to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget.
Facilitated communication and collaboration between different departments to drive innovation and achieve project milestones.
EDUCATION
1991-1996 RADIO TECHNIQUE ACADEMY, RYAZAN, RUSSIA
BS industrial and electronic engineering
MS Physics
area of emphasis: theoretical physics, electrical engineering,
1998 GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, MARIETTA, GA
DLCE Phased array radar system design.
REFERENCES
Available upon request
ART PETROSIAN
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING
PRINCIPAL ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
ENGINEERING PROGRAM MANAGER
OBJECTIVE:
Dynamic and seasoned engineering professional with 27 years of experience in Electrical, Mechanical, and Test engineering, as well as Engineering Management within the Aerospace and Defense sectors. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my expertise in project development, team leadership, and business development to drive innovation and success.
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