Safety-Critical Systems & Embedded Integration Engineer

SUMMARY:

Results-driven Systems and Embedded Software Engineer with over 25 years of experience across Aerospace, Defense, and Telecommunications. Proven expertise in requirements analysis, requirements development and verification, software/hardware integration, HIL testing, system validation, and safety-critical certification in accordance with DO-178C, DO-254, ARP 4754/4761, and MIL-STD-882E.

Strong ability to collaborate across multiple organizations, including engineering teams, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), customers, certification authorities, program leadership, and government stakeholders. Recognized for excellent written and verbal communication, translating complex technical issues into clear requirements, technical documentation, verification evidence, recommendations, and actionable solutions.

A self-motivated, energetic engineer and problem solver who takes ownership of challenging technical issues, works effectively across organizational boundaries, and drives issues to resolution. Experienced in leading technical discussions, design reviews, Test Readiness Reviews, certification activities, integration efforts, and cross-functional problem resolution throughout the system lifecycle.

Seeking to leverage extensive systems, embedded software, integration, certification, and leadership experience to contribute to challenging safety-critical aerospace and defense programs.

Seeking to leverage extensive systems, embedded software, integration, certification, and leadership experience to contribute to challenging safety-critical aerospace and defense programs.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

L & T Technology Services LLC – Rockford, IL. Apr 2026 – July 2026

Senior Engineer (Employee/Contractor)

Supported Collins Aerospace in executing integration testing, system testing, hardware/software integration, HIL testing, fault injection, procedure refinement, test cases, and anomaly reporting for the Boeing E-7 AEWC Electrical Generation Power Systems (EGPS) program.

Applied ARP 4754/4761-compliant system architectures and verification practices to support accurate, repeatable, and certification-focused testing.

Collected and documented objective evidence supporting certification and customer acceptance.

Collaborated across engineering organizations and functional teams to resolve technical issues and ensure electrical and embedded components satisfy product requirements.

Communicated test results, anomalies, verification status, and technical issues clearly to engineering and program stakeholders.

Performed technical, verification, configuration, documentation, recording, and coordination responsibilities while maintaining accuracy and schedule commitments.

Oasis AHR III, LLC – Everman Independent School District (EISD) – Fort Worth, TX. Oct 2025 – Mar 2026

Sub Teacher (Employee/Contractor)

Performed technical, verification, configuration, documentation, recording, and coordination responsibilities while maintaining accuracy and schedule commitments.

Quickly adjusted to varied assignments, grade levels, subjects, and classroom settings while communicating clearly and maintaining professionalism.

Demonstrated the ability to communicate complex information clearly to diverse audiences, adjusted communication approaches, and established productive working relationships.

Managed multiple priorities independently while maintaining a positive, energetic, and solution-oriented approach.

University of Texas at Austin, Post Graduate Program in AI And ML Aug 2024 – Sep 2025

Career Sabbatical (Student)

Deepened expertise in AI/ML to future-proof legacy systems knowledge and explore integration of intelligent automation with traditional embedded architectures.

Applied analytical and problem-solving skills to machine learning, software development, data analysis, and AI applications.

Demonstrated self-directed learning and the ability to rapidly acquire new technologies and apply them to engineering problems.

Bell Helicopter Inc – Fort Worth, TX Aug 2021 – Jul 2024

Software Airworthiness Engineer (Contractor/Employee)

Supported software certification and airworthiness compliance for newly built rotary-wing aircraft safety-critical avionics systems in accordance with DO-178C and DO-254.

Collaborated across multiple organizations, including Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), certification authorities, engineering organizations, and U.S. Army stakeholders, to resolve technical issues and support aircraft certification and delivery.

Communicated technical findings, requirements issues, compliance concerns, and recommendations to diverse technical and program stakeholders.

Managed technical evaluations of tool qualification packages, system-level objectives, and verification data to confirm adherence to regulatory and contractual requirements.

Participated in design reviews, Test Readiness Reviews, compliance audits, and technical discussions, helping teams identify issues early and maintain program milestones.

Applied a proactive, problem-solving approach to resolving requirements, verification, certification, and compliance issues.

Prepared and reviewed technical documentation and certification artifacts requiring a high degree of accuracy, clarity, and traceability.

Hebco Inc. – Oklahoma City, OK Apr 2021 – Jul 2021

Senior Systems Engineer (Employee)

Evaluated hardware/software interactions to verify system performance against safety and functional requirements.

Collaborated with engineers, customers, and technical stakeholders through peer reviews, technical interchange meetings, and customer collaboration sessions.

Communicated technical requirements, deficiencies, and recommendations to support requirements traceability and compliance across development and integration phases.

Applied analytical judgment and a problem-solving mindset to identify discrepancies and improve technical accuracy.

Held final responsibility in the accuracy and preparation of Boeing’s B-2 system documentation and compliance artifacts in

support of design assurance activities.

L3 Harris Inc – North Hampton, MA. Dec 2020 – Apr 2021

Embedded Software Engineer (Contractor)

Designed and developed embedded systems through requirements analysis, architecture definition, hardware/firmware implementation, integration, and validation for a naval defense platform.

Sustained developed products through troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, design updates, obsolescence management, manufacturing support, and field operations.

Programmed in C++11/Linux using CAN, I C, SPI, and UART to support reliable hardware/software integration.

Conducted system debugging, unit testing, and hardware validation to identify and resolve critical integration issues.

Worked closely with hardware, software, and systems personnel to diagnose problems and develop practical technical solutions.

Supported software updates, bug fixes, and feature enhancements while maintaining reliability and alignment with mission-critical requirements.

The Boeing Company – Oklahoma City, OK Mar 2002 – Dec 2020

Embedded Software, Senior Systems Engineer (Integration and Test Engineering) (Employee)

Performed engineering research, technical studies, requirements analysis, and systems evaluations supporting avionics modernization, nuclear certification, and operational readiness for B-1, B-2, and B-52 aircraft.

Held direct responsibility for requirements development, management, test planning, and verification by deriving test cases and validation steps from high-level system specifications.

Led cross-functional technical activities involving engineering organizations, customers, certification authorities, and U.S. Air Force stakeholders.

Led integration and HIL testing for the Boeing B-2 weapon delivery platform, coordinating simulation activities and resolving technical issues affecting operational readiness and safety compliance.

Conducted gap analyses and developed recommendations to improve testing methodologies, tool qualification, and certification processes.

Led the migration of nuclear weapon delivery software from Seattle to Oklahoma City, coordinating technical activities while maintaining nuclear certification requirements and uninterrupted mission capability.

Supported software modernization efforts, including transition from JOVIAL to C++ and migration of RTOS environments using VxWorks and Integrity.

Performed electrical hardware analysis and troubleshooting for missile and weapon delivery platforms, applying analytical and root-cause problem-solving skills to support verification and mission readiness.

Served as a technical liaison and SME, communicating complex certification, integration, and system issues to engineers, program stakeholders, the U.S. Air Force, and certification authorities.

Participated in design reviews, Test Readiness Reviews, and program reviews, providing technical recommendations and facilitating resolution of cross-functional issues.

Utilized IBM Rational Rhapsody, MATLAB, MIL-STD-1553, and automated scripting tools for integration, quality assurance, verification, and compliance testing.

Ensured testing, integration, and safety activities adhered to DO-178C, DO-254, ARP 4754/4761, and MIL-STD-882E requirements.

Nortel Networks – Richardson, TX. Feb 1997 - Feb 2002

Senior Engineer (Employee)

Led telecommunications systems engineering activities involving network architecture, VoIP infrastructure, system integration, configuration management, operational testing, performance optimization, and troubleshooting.

Developed standardized laboratory architectures to replicate production VoIP deployments for testing, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis.

Collaborated with cross-functional engineering, customer support, and technical teams to expand laboratory capabilities and integrate new technologies.

Presented and demonstrated Nortel VoIP and related product solutions to stakeholders and customers, strengthening technical communication and customer-facing skills.

Communicated complex networking and system architecture concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Applied an analytical and solution-oriented approach to troubleshooting complex system and network problems.

Hughes Training Inc. – Arlington, TX. Jan 1996 - Jan 1997

Senior Software Engineer (Employee)

Re-architected real-time flight simulator components from Assembly to C.

Developed aircraft simulations and GUI-based training and test tools.

Worked independently to analyze existing architectures, identify improvement opportunities, and implement practical software solutions.

AT&T Inc – Cincy, OH. Sep 1995 – Dec 1995

System Engineer (Contractor)

Conducted system analysis and verification of CCS/SS7 switching software.

MCI – Cedar Rapids, IA. Jun 1993 – Aug 1995

Programmer Analyst (Employee)

Designed and developed ISDN and wireless network management applications, including artificial-intelligence-based applications.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Systems Engineering & Requirements

Requirements Development, Analysis, Traceability & Verification

System Architecture & Decomposition

Verification Planning & Test Case Development

System Integration & Validation

Configuration Management

Full Lifecycle Support for Safety-Critical Systems

Integration, Test & Certification

Hardware/Software Integration

HIL Testing & Simulation

Fault Injection

Flight Test Planning

Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs)

DO-178C / DO-254

ARP 4754 / ARP 4761

MIL-STD-882E

Airworthiness & Certification

Integrated Test & Verification Environment (ITVE) for the Space Station Program

Software & Embedded Systems

C, C++, Ada, FORTRAN, Pascal, Visual Basic, PowerShell

VxWorks, Integrity, Linux, Unix, Solaris, Windows

Firmware Development

Real-Time Systems

Embedded Systems

MIL-STD-1553, CAN, SPI, I C, UART

Engineering Tools

DOORS

IBM Rational Rhapsody

MATLAB

Git / Bitbucket

Atlassian / JIRA

Leadership & Professional Effectiveness

Cross-Organizational Collaboration

Excellent Written & Verbal Communication

Technical Leadership & Team Coordination

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

Self-Motivated & Energetic

Analytical & Problem-Solving Mindset

Technical Presentations & Briefings

Conflict Resolution & Consensus Building

Process Improvement

Technical Documentation

SME / Technical Advisory Support

Ability to Work Independently and Across Multiple Organizations

EDUCATION:

MBA, Strategic Management – Le Tourneau University – Longview, TX.

M.S., Technology Management – West Coast University – Los Angeles, CA.

B.S., Computer Science – Chapman University – Orange, CA.

CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Post Graduate Program in Python programming and AI/ML – University of Texas at Austin - 09/2025

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