Company Info for cobham.com | IcebreakerMembers
Experienced principal senior software engineer, highly skilled in debugging legacy systems, resolving critical operational failures, with a broad programming background. Past roles in the fields of embedded systems for medical devices, military hardware, and aerospace radar/sensor technologies - developing innovative solutions and safety-critical software.
Strong Expertise in C/C++, Python, CUDA, Linux, Rust, Qt, Java, and other technologies in diverse environments, with a strong foundation in algorithm development and optimization. “My motto: There are two kinds of software engineers: those who can build new systems from scratch and those who can only push an existing codebase around.”
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Languages: C/C++, Python, Rust, C#, Java, JavaScript
Processors: Nvidia/CUDA, Intel x86, ARM
Operating Systems: Linux, Mac OSX, iOS, Windows, FreeRTOS, Unix(es), Android, VxWorks
Platforms + Tools: Qt, Boost, Yocto (Bitbake), Motif, wxWidgets; Git, Clang, VMware, Docker, AWS, Gtest, Gcov, Valgrind, GitHub, Bitbucket, GitLab, Jira, VirtualBox, Clearcase, Subversion
MILITARY SERVICE
Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance (Inactive) 
As a Sr. Manufacturing engineer for the past 25 years, I have executed multiple engineering projects and completed tasks ranging from week-long to multi-year projects, with a proven track record of reducing costs by 15% - 20% annually. I have especially enjoyed combining my engineering leadership skills with my attention to detail to make my projects both successful and timely.
Provided technical leadership for the development and implementation of process techniques and methods to achieve my company and our customers' goals and business objectives. Executed, tracked and reviewed ECRs, CAPAs, PPAPs, PFMEAs, IQ, OQ, PQ, MRBs & ZDPs Implementation tasks & schedules ensuring on time completions.
Led the transition of new products into production phase, tracking, and reviewing progress on cost reduction and quality improvement projects. Implemented efficiency tools Lean Six Sigma tools, root cause analysis such as 5S, 5 whys, visual factory, process flow charts, standard work, work instructions, kaizen events, cost-out and training for best practices.
As a Sr, manufacturing/mechanical engineer, communicating effectively with all stakeholders was critical to my success, and I believe those skills will carry over well to the role of Manufacturing Engineer.
Recognized for reliability and “getting the job done” through persistence and a strong work ethic. Excellent written and communication skills and a professional demeanor gained through extensive interaction with customers, suppliers, co-workers and superiors 
I apply systems engineering & management knowledge, principles & practices, which enable executives managers & architects to design, develop, operate & improve capabilities, by integrating people, process, tools, information & technology, to interact with each other, & their environment, in support of the mission & strategy. Please see the "What I Do" video.
I understand all business functions and have a 360 degree perspective of the big picture.
I've spent my career obtaining the wide range of cross-functional knowledge and experience needed to be successful in the complex world of design and development of enterprises, organizations and large, complex programs.
Leadership: Proposal & Planning Generation; Cost/Schedule Generation/Monitoring; Identifying Risks/Developing Management Plans/Implementing Mitigation; Managing Processes & Review Boards; Establishing/Conducting Business Process Training; Establishing Business Procedures; Establishing Skill/Certification Requirements; Managing Training Budgets; Managing Equipment/Tools/Maintenance; Establishing Project Management Tools/Templates/Metrics; Interfacing with Executives, Customers, QA, Supply Chain, Subcontractors, Vendors/Suppliers; Developing Suppliers & Subcontractors; Architecting, Opening, Closing & Transitioning Operations to new locations.
Continual Process Improvement Principals/Techniques: Performing ISO/AS9100 Audits & CMMI Assessments; Chairing Corrective Action Boards; Eliminating Non-Value Added Activities; Achieving Business Process Stream-lining utilizing Lean Production/Six Sigma/Kaizen Techniques, Establishing Standards/Processes/Methodologies; Reducing Development Time: Integrating Concurrent Activities in Business Processes; Reducing Costs Across Multiple Programs Thru Standardization & Continual Process Improvement; Managing Programs/Projects using Price-To-Win & Design-To-Cost Principals; Establishing Costing/Performance Templates utilizing Metrics; Establishing Digital Work Environments. 
