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)
