James Branton

Compatibility testing of CAMM & CAMM-ER software Design of automated test scripts, using National Instruments – Test Stand Phython programming of 1553 AIM test equipment

Integration and Test Engineer at MBDA (2011-01 – Present)

• Compatibility testing of CAMM & CAMM-ER software
• Design of automated test scripts, using National Instruments – Test Stand
• Phython programming of 1553 AIM test equipment
• Design and manufacture off a short term cooling system design solution for use during test and commissioning if an Infra Red Passive Seeker, using modified COTS products
• Functional test of missile systems on Meteor ATE
• Management of Qualification Missile test activities
• Generation of test reports
• Functional testing and fault investigation of circuit boards
• Investigation of Meteor Simulator Mk2 software & hardware faults
• Development of qualification test procedure for Meteor Simulator Mk2
• Development of Meteor Simulator Mk2 User Guide
• Compatibility testing of Meteor missile software
• Manage test environment for Meteor Simulator Reference rack
• Support to manufacturing for Production Acceptance Testing of Meteor Simulator Mk2

Test Engineer at GE Avionics (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Provided review of product requirements for Aircraft Computer modules

Test Engineer at Goodrich Power Systems (2012-01 – 2013-12)

• Functional testing of Variable Frequency Generators using a manual Test bench
• Dry running procedures and investigating problems
• Using development port to monitor and modify variables
• Using Arinc 429 (aircraft transmission) protocol emulator
• Generation of qualification test procedures from requirements document
• Generation of qualification test reports

Requirements and Test Engineer at E2V (2010-01 – 2011-12)

• Create Sub-system Requirement Specifications (using DOORS) for Bulk Material Microwave Generator
• Create Subsystem Design Specifications (using DOORS) for Bulk Material Microwave Generator
• Reverse engineering analogue, digital circuit diagrams
• Interpreting PLC/DSP operation
• Magnetron Operation
• Create Test Procedures (using DOORS) for Satellite Communications Controller
• Create Requirement Specification (using DOORS) for Multi Platform Micro Wave Power Unit and subassemblies

Verification Engineer at Ultra Electronics (2010-01 – 2010-12)

Devised process and managed team for customer verification evidence signoff activity (using DOORS) for the Vanguard nuclear submarine Reactor Control & Monitoring update project.

• Technically advise personnel on project issues
• Continue to support the integration activities remaining on the programme

Test Engineer at MBDA (2009-01 – 2009-12)

• Review and update Hazard Analysis documentation for missile test equipment
• Update Technical Requirements Specification (using DOORS) to address changes in customer requirements

Integration Test Engineer at Ultra Electronics (2008-01 – 2009-12)

Review existing test procedures and create new procedures (using DOORS) for verification.

• Interpreting Reactor Control and Monitoring design (Pressures/Temperatures/Levels/Scram function)
• Interpreting Quad Redundancy design
• Dry run test procedures on Reactor Cubicle for Vanguard, Astute and STF Submarine platforms to SIL (Safety Integrity Level) Level 4
• Identify, report and investigate system defects
• Create and manage metrics in support of Integration progress

Test Engineer at CAT Electronics (2007-01 – 2008-12)

• Create new test procedures and dry run existing test procedures for verification of Development and Production Engine Management Software
• Speed/ Torque Control
• Fuel Mapping
• Cold Starting Functions
• Injector Operating Modes
• Specific Industrial/Locomotive/Electric Power Generation applications for Diesel engine applications
• J1939 Engine and Transmission Control and Monitoring Protocol
• Development of test equipment

Systems Integration Engineer at National Air Traffic Services (2006-01 – 2007-12)

• System Integration of Radar with ancillaries
• Interfacing with customers following NATS procedures to enable design changes on Operational systems
• Provided technical advice on Radar System

Integration and Test Engineer at Raytheon Systems (1999-01 – 2006-12)

Systems level Integration of Full Mode S/SSR Radar System from development to final release for Operational Air Traffic Control.

• Secondary Surveillance SSR/Mode S Radar Principles/Operation
• X25/Lab B/HDLC communications protocols
• Asterix CAT 1/2/17/18/34/48 understanding
• Creation and maintenance of Functional Qualification Specs (using DOORS), including customer requirements traceability/understanding for verification/validation
• Technical support on a variety of Radars to projects

Integration Manager at Raytheon Systems (1999-01 – 2006-12)

• Manage the qualification phases of Radar development
• Provide/manage resources for factory acceptance testing of Radar Systems
• Maintain and manage test environments, specifically a representative Radar system and specialised radar environment simulating equipment, both for supporting Integration activities

Team Leader at Raytheon Systems (1999-01 – 2006-12)

• Provide and manage appropriate engineering resources across ATC and Non ATC projects for integration, test and engineering Support activities
• Conduct engineers Appraisals, Goal writing/monitoring and general support as required
• Provide Integration and Test Estimates for new tasks/bid work
• Produce/maintain engineering Metrics
• 6 Sigma training and Specialist
• CMMI Level 3 engineering discipline
• Creation of local Procedures/Templates specific to projects
• Provide workload assessment and weekly report data to Department Head

Aircraft Integration Engineer at Matra BAe Dynamics (1991-01 – 1999-12)

• Maintenance of ICD (Interface Control Document) covering all aspects of electrical/mechanical interfacing between missile/launcher/aircraft
• Producing documents/spreadsheets as parts of electrical studies and general 3 monthly progress reports
• Project Control/Risk Management
• Facilitate meetings

Apprenticeship and various placements at Matra BAe Dynamics (1991-01 – 1995-12)

Apprenticeship placements in electronics based dept's (Test Equipment & Hardware), Commercial dept's (Estimating & Pricing) and Project Management dept's.

• 1995, worked in the Risk Management dept on the ASRAAM project

Systems Integration Engineer at Matra BAe Dynamics (1996-01 – 1999-12)

Updating system level documents (ICD) with respect to electrical/mechanical interfaces and modes of operation/sequence of events during pre-launch, launch and target tracking operations.

• Understanding the missile, launcher and aircraft interaction together
• Liasing with the project and External customers
• Supported missile flight trials data analysis activities

Mechanic (Part time) at Bengeo Service Centre (1990-01 – 1999-12)

• Repair and maintenance of petrol/diesel vehicles
• Electrical fault finding/repair
• Major mechanical work i.e. turbo diesel/petrol head gasket replacement
• Fuel injection/ engine management fault diagnosis/repair
• Structural welding and bodywork

Work Experience at RAF Henlow (1990-01 – 1990-01)

• Wiring and bench fitting

BSc Honours in Electronic/Electrical Engineer – Hertfordshire University (1997-01 – 1999-12)

ONC in Electronic/Electrical Engineer – NHC, Stevenage (1991-01 – 1996-12)

HNC in Electronic/Electrical Engineer – NHC, Stevenage (1991-01 – 1996-12)

HND in Electronic/Electrical Engineer – NHC, Stevenage (1991-01 – 1996-12)

GCSE in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English – Knights Templar School and Sixth Form (1985-01 – 1991-12)