David M Hamilton
Systems Configuration Engineer
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Responsible for the configuration of Small-Form-Factor (SFF), virtualized Secure Wireless Command Post (SWCP), Modular Data Center (MDC), Secure Wireless Mesh Remote Endpoint (SWMRE), Theater Deployable Communications (TDC), and other customized communications and data processing kits and / or modules as ordered. All work was completed on Commercial Solutions for Classified wireless- and Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS)-solutions.
Experience
Systems Configuration Engineer - Curtiss-Wright Corporation, PacStar Communications, Defense Solutions Division - Tigard, OR
(2022-06)
Responsible for the configuration of Small-Form-Factor (SFF), virtualized Secure Wireless Command Post (SWCP), Modular Data Center (MDC), Secure Wireless Mesh Remote Endpoint (SWMRE), Theater Deployable Communications (TDC), and other customized communications and data processing kits and / or modules as ordered. All work was completed on Commercial Solutions for Classified wireless- and Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS)-solutions.
- Disassembly, testing, and reassembly of ruggedized mission computers, switches, routers, cables, and Fischer- and MIL-DTL based-connectors, cable assemblies & wiring harnesses; Products included integrated x86 CPU modules, COMEX / Cisco carrier boards integrated with other custom-built circuit boards.
- Supported the engineering and development of enclosures / chassis that were qualified for various MIL-STD-704, 461, 810, and DO specifications, which were designed to support features such as PCIe, I2C, I2S, USB, HDMI, DP / mDP, SATA, NVMe, SEDs (Cigent), various serial connections, and 1-10GB Ethernet modules.
- Provision of Information systems & network administration support for on-site and remote workers when needing and/or requesting access to DevOps data center resources, and in resolving connectivity issues via MS Teams, MS Teams Planner, and Jira ticketing services.
- Evaluation of operating systems, hardware, software, and access control-related applications for use in PacStar single and/or multi-module deployments requested by sales, professional services, multiple engineering departments, and potential clients/customers.
Systems Engineering Technician - PacStar Communications - Tigard, OR
(2020-04 - 2022-06)
Responsible for the maintenance and configuration PacStar's 2 million dollar, 250+ unit pool of demo gear per ticket and/or request, consisting of small form factor, Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) modules, including 200- & 400-series switches, routers, servers, High-capacity data storage, and AI GPU modules for potential clients/customers/vendors and vendor-specified applications.
- Resolution and documentation of Jira tickets relating to the testing of current and new hardware / software configurations for potential customers / vendors / suppliers.
- Provided support for the production department during busy periods in the assembly of mission servers, switches, routers, cables, and Fischer-based wiring harnesses.
- Upgraded vendor firmware and evaluated release candidates for new modules from suppliers including SeaLevel / VersaLogic / HydroH20 IPMI / BMC, and TOCNET-based tactical unified communications platforms.
- Performed final functional checks + documentation on all production-assembled modules and those disassembled / reassembled for engineering testing, Return Merchandise Authorization / repairs, or requested by internal engineering departments.
- Preparation, racking, stacking, and pre configuration of servers and/or switches for remote access by network administrators for configuration and validation activities – this typically involves IPMI / BMC / remote IP-NIC functionality.
- Configured servers, routers, and switch IP addresses + running configuration(s) / default access credentials using standard procedures and approved configs assigned by network engineering & corporate information technology departments.
Receiving Inspection Technician - Terra Staffing / Warn Industries - Clackamas, OR
(2019-08 - 2020-01)
Inspection of incoming parts / materials used in the assembly of WARN company products using reference prints, various gauges, measuring devices and inspection tools, within an ISO 9001-Compliant Manufacturing Environment.
- Accurate entry of inspection-related data into Oracle JDE ERP, daily/part history spreadsheets, and receiver/IMRB documentation.
- Completion of first article inspections and capability studies (or predictions) for new parts, revisions, or suppliers / vendors.
- Heavy analyzing, classifying, and prioritizing in this role while working in a fast-paced engineering / production environment.
Education
Masters - Information Assurance and Cybersecurity; Spec: Network Defense - Capella University (2020)
Bachelor of Science - Information Assurance and Security - Capella University (2017)
Graduate Certificate - Cyber Threat Analytics and Prevention (CTAP) - Penn State Online (2024)
Post Graduate Program - Cloud Computing - University of Texas at Austin (2025)
