Nelson J. Anderson

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Qualification Summary:

• AutoCAD versions 9 through 2010; Inventor 6 and 10; 4500+ hours SolidWorks 2007 thru 2010

• Electronic, Electro-Mechanical, Aircraft, Scan and Trace drafting philosophies

• Aerospace, Military, Government Contractors, and Research corporate environments

• Highly regimented environments such as ISO-9000, ASME, FAA, and Mil-Standards, and others

Professional Accomplishments:

• Initiated AutoCAD drawing automation to reduce prototyping time from a month to minutes

• Used AutoCAD 3D techniques to discover vulnerabilities in Space Program Lightning Protection

• Automated and standardized all PCA Build Process documentation

Professional Experience:

Jan 2011to Feb 2011 Rockwell Collins Inc. 2205 Northmont Pkwy # 100 Duluth, GA 30096-5892

Electrical / Mechanical Designer Created models and drawings of parts and assemblies for portable satellite communication devices from concept to assembly drawing using SolidWorks 2010 and a PDM. Currently available due to government withdrawal of project funding.

Sept 2010 to Dec 2010 Force Protection Incorporated 9801 Highway 78 Ladson, South Carolina 29456

Mechanical Designer Using Solidworks 2008 64 BIT, Softech’s Product Center, and Windchill PDM, Excel, and MS Word, analyzed drawings, models, and indented BOMs of MRAP 4x4 and 6x6 vehicles for modification to condition of First Article, As-Built level. Collaborated with other Engineering Data and Configuration Management teams to identify commonality across similar platforms and research and resolve recommended changes to baseline configurations (Build On the Base contract). Assisted with developing and improving new processes and procedures to execute, manage, and complete engineering data corrective actions. Developed complete baseline Indentured Bill of Materials (I-BOM) down to the part level and in accordance with contract deliverable requirements. Chosen to assist on vehicle electrical team due to previous electronic experience. Created new 3D modules of vehicle electrical components and associated cabling. Chosen for publication team to create layout template for new proposal for additional Build On the Base contracts.

2008 to 2010 Sierra Nevada Corporation 18635 Jarkey Drive Hagerstown, MD 21742

Structural Designer Using Solidworks 2008, 2009, and Windchill PDM, designed detail parts, assemblies, and drawings of electronic surveillance components and mounting structure in accordance with FAA regulations and sheet metal standards to modify De Havilland DHC-7, Beechcraft King Air 300 and B300 aircraft from corporate to military application. Responsible for every step of design including concept, hands-on measurement, BOM, and ECR/ECO process. Used AutoCAD 2009 LT to map wire routes and attachments in DHC-7 aircraft.

2006 to 2008 Keiser University 900 South Babcock Street Melbourne, Florida 32901

Computer Applications Instructor Instruct classes in Information Systems, Computer Aided Design and Drafting, Graphic Design Arts, and Web Design and Development. Drafting class software applications include Inventor, Solidworks 2007 (500+ hours), AutoCAD 2006 - 2008 2D and 3D. Graphic Design software implemented on the Mac operating system and Windows based PC’s. Appointed campus Applications tutor, teaching Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Visio, and Access.

2004 to 2005 Prospective Computer Analysts

Electro-Mechanical Draftsman and Technical Writer (2005 – 2005) Drafted AutoCAD isometric drawings to comply with ECO/ECR and ISO-9001 documentation. Graduated AutoDesk Inventor School. Created Inventor solid models of test equipment and RF Hoods parts and assemblies for Eurofighter, Sea King, Tornado, and other aircraft which meet all of MIL-PRF-28800, Type I, Class 2 requirements. Responsible for integrating drawings into Technial Publications for customer. Personally recreated format of corporate electronic Parts Catalog, User’s Manual, BOM’s, and Build Processes for Aircraft Antenna and Radar Test Equipment in MS Word and began conversion to Adobe Framemaker which earned me a selection as company Electronic Publication and Document Control Manager. Generated line drawings of European and American fighter aircraft in orthographic and isometric views.

1994 to 2004 Research Triangle Institute 3000 N Atlantic Avenue Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

Engineering Technician Coordinator (1999 to 2004) Maintained NT network, including backup system and user PC’s; Developed intranet web server and maintain site. Developed computer literacy training techniques to enhance abilities of minimally proficient employees. Recommended and purchased hardware and software to facilitate office ISO 900/9001 certification. Trained personnel in software and communication to techniques averting 100% of all computer virus attacks. Used AutoCAD 3-D Solid Modeling to analyze lightning protection system for Boeing Delta IV and reveal previously unknown weakness.

Engineering Technician 3 (1998 to 1999) Assumed responsibility for administration of NT network and personnel’s training in migration from non-networked systems. Appointed primary developer of all Access, PowerPoint, Visio, HTML, and OCR documents. Generated AutoCAD maps of Delta II destruct debris at Canaveral Air Station and used AutoCAD blocks and scripting to extract 1000’s of data points to prove viability of company statistical failure analysis when applied to actual event. Selected to CAD images of Range Safety stations for inclusion in Canaveral Air Station Range Safety Officer training manual. Used AutoCAD Solid modeling package to analyze lightning protection system for Titan missiles at Vandenberg AFB. Generated vector computer graphics, and technical drawing for inclusion in Eastern Range Launch Safety Manuals. Added to Technical Writing team to assist in review of all document which were RTI’s primary deliverable. Created document database in MS Access to improve efficiency in document control.

Engineering Technician 2 (1994 to 1998) Was solely responsible for creation and delivery of 900 “E” drawings in 6 months including mechanical, schematic, civil, electrical component, and air conditioning systems drawings of the SMARF facility and its crane which assembled the Titan IIIC launch vehicle. Responsible for all launch vehicle drawings for use in Technical publications. Appointed primary database developer using Borland Paradox, Alpha 5, and MS Access. Assisted other staff in support of AutoCAD scripts for Patrick Air Force Base client to generate Impact Limit Lines for unmanned space vehicle launches from Canaveral Air Station .

1994 Facet Inc. Melbourne, FL

Drafting Department Manager Created a drafting department for a developing corporation. Used AutoCAD to generate mechanical, civil, architectural, electronic, electrical (HV), and assembly drawings of quick-turnaround projects for multi-engineering firm. Developed drawings and designs with minimal supervision via “telecommuting. Developed designs for “business incubator” buildings for proposal to local client. Trained replacement before relocating.

1994 Brevard Community College Melbourne, FL

Adjunct Faculty Instructor of Electronic Drafting course, including fundamentals of flowcharting, schematics, and circuit board design using paper and AutoCAD techniques. This class required an ability to adapt instruction techniques to students who included the deaf, mentally challenged, and physically disabled.

1993 to 1993 Aarmco Division of TAD Technologies Melbourne, FL

Drafting Team Supervisor Night shift supervisor for team of high-output draftsmen creating isometric drawings and specialized Grumman annotations of the interior and exterior components of the Grumman JointStars Air Force aircraft for inclusion in technical publication of assembly and maintenance manuals using AutoCAD and CAD Overlay software. Drawings included overall aircraft views, as well as sectional views of fuselage, wings, and tail section. Developed automated component menu system to maximize team efficiency on short deadline drawings. Was responsible for training, performance evaluation, and at times, termination of personnel.

1992 Drawings by Jolet Merritt Island, FL

Architectural Draftsman Generated and revised residential construction plans using AutoCAD and ASG architectural software. Acted a computer hardware and software troubleshooter and instructor.

1992 to 1993 Unemployed due to cost-cutting Reduction In Force Used this time to return to College and complete AS Degree and work as Computer Aided Drafting Lab assistant.

1985 to 1992 Harris Semiconductor Corporation Palm Bay, FL

Senior Electronic Design Technician (1988 to 1992) Promoted to Drafting department as recognition of personal development in AutoCAD training during previous assignment. Designed multi-layer printed circuit boards and hardware interfaces using AutoCAD and PCAD on both PC’s and Unix workstations. Generated department technical publications describing deliverables to customers and vendors using MS Word and Adobe Framemaker on Unix station. Assisted in beta site of Unix version of PCAD (Premiere). Graduated PCAD’s “Master Designer” school. Performed corporate AutoCAD Trainers. Assembled and troubleshot PC’s. Assumed primary management of Windows based network and secondary responsibility of Unix network.

Electronic Burn-In Technician (1987 to 1988) Maintained integrity of burn-in process of analog and digital integrated circuit chips through troubleshooting and repair of circuit boards, electronic ovens and the chips themselves. Maintained VAX database of error modes for statistical analysis and improvement of methods. Graduated Mil-Spec Electro Static Discharge control school. Graduated Mil-Spec soldering school.

(Oct 1986 to Jan 1987) Unemployed due to Reduction In Force

Electronic Test Maintenance Technician (1985 to 1986) Troubleshot and repaired computerized automated equipment testing integrated varied circuit devices. Repaired and calibrated lasers.

Digital Product Engineering Technician (1983 to 1985) Reviewed customer specifications and determined deliverability of requested non-standard product flows. Generated test software specifications to assure adherence to requirements. Was responsible for yield enhancement of all non-standard bipolar products including ultra-high reliability Class “S” (Certified for use in Space Vehicles) and Mil-Std 883 product. Developed prototype gamma radiation tolerance characterizations of bipolar and CMOS integrated circuits which were later exhibited in a national defense publication.

Education:

Associate of Science Degree in Drafting and Design Technology - Graduated with Honors, Memeber of Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society.

Associate of Arts Degree – General. Graduated with honors.

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