SUMMARY:

Successful Software Test/Systems Engineering management professional, with over 28 years of visible achievements in leading - edge computer technology and communication systems: knowledgeable and experienced in state of the art hardware, software platforms, networks and protocols; working knowledge of electronic components and circuits, ability to interpret mechanical and electronic schematics and drawings on a very diverse level.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Software: Rational Software Architect ((RSA), SoDA, SVN, C++, Java, Visual Basic, .Net, SQL, HTML, ClearQuest, HP Quality Center, DOORS, JERA, WordPerfect, Microsoft Plus, Power Point, Excel, Access, Adobe Acrobat, Win2000, MS Project, Visio.

Protocols: TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, and Net-Beui.

Operating Systems: MS-DOS, MS Windows 95, 98, 2000, XP, Windows NT Server/Workstation, SCO-Unix, Solaris, Red Hat Linux, MS Exchange, Wins, RAS, DHCP, VPN.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential, Huntsville, AL

Senior Systems Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Requirements verification/testing of AMD TM services and how the software deals with Air, Land and Sea Tracks, the associated drops and updates based on supporting data, and how the system monitors those tracks. Further, the relationships for the creation and maintenance of Air, Land and Sea tracks, and maintenance of the system track state and attributes, and kinematics
• Broad understanding of Linux commands
• Black box testing at the unit/system level - All log based, no button push
• Requirements Verification/testing of internal software Network architecture for a classified/unclassified system.
• Network Manager - Tests for H&S, Performance and Utilization information from Network devices on DDS Network
• OpenNMS
• Development of Evaluation Criteria ( Confidential ):
• Success Criteria - Testing is defined upfront
• Data Requirements - Application design
• Author Software Test Plans, Software Test Procedures and Test Report Analysis.
• Support software integration of developmental software and hardware; networking (routers, switches, etc).
• Requirements Traceability/Mapping to Prime Item Development Specifications (PIDS), Critical Item Development Specifications ( Confidential ), Software Requirement Specifications (SRS) requirements and Interface Requirements Specifications ( Confidential )
• Architectural analysis using RSA/SoDA, SVN (Subversion) and Use Case design and their relationships with current software development

Confidential, Huntsville, AL

Test and Integration Manager

Responsibilities:

• Guided Test and Integration Team ensuring resources were available and program timelines were met
• Managed and stood up a System Integration and Formal Software Test team
• Anticipated requirements and developed flexible and agile plans capable to adjust to dynamic and changing situations
• Managed /Stood-up Software Integration Lab at the Confidential, AL
• Managing project schedules (IMS)
• Managed WBS
• Delivering high quality products and services
• Managed the integration of HP Quality Center to the program.
• Maintain excellent relationships with our government customer, teammates, suppliers, and senior management.

Confidential, Carson, CA

Deputy Test Manager/Senior Software Test Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Support Test Manager on daily management functions EVMS/WBS/IMS functions
• Assisted with Test Director responsibilities during formal/acceptance tests
• Software Requirements Verification, Maintainability, Usability, Performance
• Requirements verification/tested External Services Interfaces
• Used project specific scripts and emulator tools
• Developed test scripts to use with scenario driven test applications for Confidential ground and aviation assets
• Requirements Traceability/Mapping, Use Case analysis
• Authored Software Test Plan and final Software Test Reports (CDRLs)
• Software Fault Isolation
• Wrote SPR/SCR’s and worked closely with SE and S/W developers to correct problems.
• PSQL, Red Hat Linux, ClearQuest, HP Quality Center, DOORS
• Supported Software Integration during installation of new Builds.
• Provided troubleshooting on RF Radios and communications equipment, Network equipment.
• Network Operations Center (NOC) Integration
• Confidential software application fielded to US Soldiers worldwide including Iraq and Afghanistan.
• Confidential high visibility, time sensitive and high stress program.
• Provided 2 months of software test and engineering support on a Confidential intelligent munitions system that provides munitions, sensors and communication devices that can implement obstacle intent and attack targets, either autonomously or with man-in-the loop control.
• Authored Test Plans and Procedures
• Requirements verification and analysis
• Software testing
• ArcGIS and mapping capabilities at the system level using configuration/execution files prior to GUI development.

Confidential, Valencia, CA

Managing Partner

Responsibilities:

• Command, Control, Communications and Intelligence (C3I)
• Intrusion Detection System for five (5) Saudi Arabian Regional Security Control Centers ( Confidential ) integrated to ALL fuel refinery facilities
• Security upgrades to these facilities
• Video Wall layout
• Intrusion Detection and Assessment System (IDAS)
• Long Range Detection and Assessment System (LRDAS)
• Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
• License Plate Recognition (PRS)
• Servers, workstations, displays, projection systems, and Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) systems
• Geographic Information System (ArcGIS) for mapping.

Confidential, Huntsville, AL

Senior Systems Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Assessed radars and RF functions and there risks associated with interceptor/sensor communications and identified programs to mitigate these risks
• Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications ( Confidential )
• Support MDA Systems Engineering & Integration Directorate (DEE) in the development of MDA core standards related to interceptor/sensor communications
• Performed analysis as directed by the Confidential on priority Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) sensor/communications issues and risks in areas of near-term block performance goals, reliability, quality, cost, and block schedule. assessed sensor/interceptor/security communications architecture for real-time data processing and transmission, and operational issues
• Worked with BMDS/C4I elements to baseline the quality, reliability, and capabilities of BMDS elements sensor and interceptor contractors, subcontractors and suppliers
• Maintained lists of critical BMDS industry assets
• Developed recommendations to senior MDA/DEP staff when quality or reliability deficiencies (in terms of block expectations or industry best practices) are identified.
• Worked with BMDS Elements to identify Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer ( Confidential ) opportunities that fit with BMDS Radar and RF/ Confidential issues and risks, and current MDA/DEP efforts and SBIR topics.
• Developed SBIR Phase II and follow-on technology demonstration, qualification, and implementation approaches with industry and MDA implementing elements.

Confidential, Carson, CA

Lead Test & Analysis Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Managed all systems engineering tasks at the program level.
• Prepared test plans, procedures and requirements, power characterization studies, software architecture and Burn-in tests.
• Planed and conducted integration and formal qualification testing per assigned CDRLs on an Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration ( Confidential ) program.
• Organized, trained and deployed Confidential support teams to government operational test sites around the US and Alaska
• Interacted with Government participants at general program reviews in an IPT environment
• Provided troubleshooting knowledge on C2 and C4I Battlefield Digitization software and communications infrastructures.
• Provided Test, Integration and Systems Engineering insight on two large scale proposals.
• US Army contracts -
• Joint Network Node (JNN) Network and Single Shelter Switch (SSS) (V) x Production.
• Joint Services Contract - Joint Service Light Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Reconnaissance System.

Confidential, Carson, CA

Assistant Program Manager (APM) Test & Integration

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for 14 software test and software integration engineers on a Multi-Billion dollar program
• Managed test and integration efforts of 5 subcontracted corporations
• Managed IMS/WBS and EVMS, CAM
• Managed and conducted all software developmental testing and regression for functionality and integrity
• Managed software integration
• Multi-site VPN network infrastructure
• Engineering Configuration Management (ECM)
• CM tools and procedures
• Patch installation
• Managed analysis and requirements flow down thru Software Requirements Specifications Software Detailed Design, Interface Control Documents and Integration/Test procedures
• Managed and authored Software Test Plans and Detailed System Test Plans and Procedures
• Managed and authored software integration tests and formal qualification tests.
• Developed lab layout and performed lab integration of hardware necessary to support representative test environments computers, simulators and other electronic components
• Managed application software necessary to perform different levels of front/back end testing
• Black Box/Functional tests
• Unit level/Configuration
• Performance
• Performed informal customer demonstrations.

Confidential, Sierra Vista, AZ

Test Lead, Systems Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Administered integration and qualification testing on hardware and software for two Confidential vehicular variants: HMMWV and Light Armored Vehicle (LAV)
• Experience working in an IPT environment with vocal and active Government participation
• Organized and deployed Confidential support teams for government developmental and operational tests
• Trained support teams for deployment to operational test sites
• Managed personal at multiple Government test sites
• Extensive experience in planning and conducting support to governmental tests and experiments
• System Engineering and test experience developing System Performance Specifications, FDSC, Operational Requirements Documents and TEMP’s
• Broad understanding of MIL-STD-810F, MIL-STD-461E and MIL-STD-464A
• Skilled in developing and executing internal qualification testing
• Extensive Understanding of C2 and C4I Battlefield Digitization software and NBC and security communications structures.

Confidential, Carson, Ca

Sr. Operations & Logistics Coordinator

Responsibilities:

• Supported Integrated Logistical Support, Training Development and Execution, and Digital Exercise Support for an innovative and technologically advanced Command and Control System.
• Conducted and coordinated meetings between Confidential and Military / Government representatives.
• Provided support for training development, ILS, Hardware, Site Support, Fielding, and Sustainment operations for a $40 million dollar Confidential contingency program
• Support provided to 5,000 digital computers currently in the inventory, and 12,000 leaders and soldiers.
• Support provided to 3 Confidential divisional equivalents.
• Program functions and products support Confidential and OCONUS real world mission requirements.
• Relocated to Kuwait to assist in the expeditious fielding, training, sustainment and site support activities supporting real world contingency requirements by the Confidential
• Provided staff assistance to support personnel; developed and coordinated concepts for various and diverse exercises.
• Worked in environmentally harsh, stressful, and physically demanding conditions.