Colin Faucett
Senior Advanced Engineer Technician
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About
Dedicated Electronics Technician with over 10 years of experience in high-stakes military and civilian environments, operating, installing, testing, and troubleshooting a wide range of electronic and electro-mechanical systems. Proven track record supporting counter-measure systems, RF systems, data acquisition, and avionics platforms. Experienced in ESD and LOTO safety protocols, field equipment testing, and leading teams under mission-critical conditions.
Experience
Senior Advanced Engineering Technician at General Dynamics Mission Systems (2022-06 – Present)
- Troubleshoot RF faults by methodically isolating system components to identify the root cause of signal loss or interference in analog, digital, and mixed signal circuits.
- Guide project execution by interpreting engineering drawings and schematics.
- Performed shock and vibration tests in environmentally controlled labs.
- Operate test equipment, including oscilloscopes, signal generators, and phase noise analyzers.
- Submit technical reports and assist in engineering evaluations to verify system integrity.
- Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure the timely resolution of system issues.
- Implement process improvements by designing and constructing tooling and fixtures.
Train Technician at Alstom (2021-10 – 2022-06)
- Conducted field maintenance and inspections of critical rail systems in compliance with LOTO procedures.
- Diagnosed and repaired train and rail guidance components to minimize downtime and optimize safety.
- Diagnosed and replaced faulty electro-mechanical and guidance components.
- Ensured service continuity across five miles of urban rail infrastructure.
- Ensured energy control compliance across a five-mile stretch of active rail infrastructure.
Avionics Technician & Line Supervisor (E-5 Sergeant) at U.S. Army / Arizona National Guard (2015-09 – 2023-09)
- Logged 5,000+ hours maintaining and inspecting avionics systems across multiple aircraft platforms.
- Supervised and trained teams on diagnostics, maintenance standards, and compliance with FOD, PPE, and tool control protocols.
- Performed system-level troubleshooting on navigation, communications, and defensive systems in combat and domestic environments.
- Performed data acquisition and diagnostics on flight control, pitot-static, and engine safety systems.
- Routinely briefed senior leadership and produced written reports on system readiness, maintenance issues, and personnel performance.
- Maintained consistent mission readiness above standards by proactively identifying and resolving faults.
- Operated in domestic, overseas, and hostile combat environments with consistent mission-readiness performance.
Education
Associate's in Science in Engineering – South Mountain Community College (2028)
Avionics Technician Training in Advanced Individual Training – Fort Eustis, VA
Leadership in BLC – Fort Drum, NY
High School Diploma – Barry Goldwater High School