Jeffrey
S. Pierce
2322 Kenwick
Drive t
Valrico, Florida 33594 t 813-474-3723t jeffpierce1010@gmail.com
Electronics Manufacturing Technician
Laser Systems ½ Inspection Machinery ½ GPS Equipment
Highly skilled professional with 20 years diverse
experience manufacturing complex hardware/software systems for use in military
and private sector operations. Active secret clearance. Proven history to
improve quality and increase manufacturing speed. Collaborate with engineering and
management team to formulate workable strategies and resolve product production
challenges.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Laser Optical Micrometer ¨ Electro-Mechanical Machinery ¨ Electronics Assembly: Wiring &
Soldering
Alignment & Calibration ¨ System Troubleshooting: Test
& Repair ¨ Laser Inferred
Counter Measures
Blueprint & Drawing Interpretation ¨ Procedural Testing & Evaluation ¨ ISO 9000
& ISO 14000
Laser Class 1 Targeting Rangefinders ¨ A+ Computer Hardware Certified ¨ Microsoft Office Suite
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORPORATION - LASER
SYSTEMS, Apopka, FL 2004-2011
Laser
Technician, Level II
Produce and repair laser targeting systems
for use in military defense operations. Collaborate with engineers to set-up
and calibrate equipment. Perform quality testing of parts, components, and assemblies.
Collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products,
instruments, and equipment. Troubleshoot to determine if replacement parts or adjustments are
required. Recommend improvements to manufacturing
process when appropriate. Participate in ongoing training for hazardous waste
management, electrostatic discharge (ESD), torque methodology, security
awareness, laser safety, and ISO 14000 compliance. Perform in a clean room
environment.
Key Highlights:
t Attained high production levels, ranking in
the top 20% of team; received consistent positive feedback from management, achieving
a 15% increase in efficiency to meet wartime sales demands.
t Analyzed and resolved 10-15 broadbased
quality issues annually, preventing production stoppages; improved
safety and reliability, and increased on-time order delivery.
t Located, identified, and troubleshooted
thermal imaging camera components for military range finding
device; assessed lenses, optics, circuit boards, and mechanical issues; played
a vital role in ensuring product reliability for combat operations.
t
Played
a key role in identifying improvements to VIPER - directional infrared counter measure system (DIRCM) for use on airplanes/helicopters in the detection and
jamming of heat-seeking missiles; conducted critical environmental evaluations
and calibrations using MS Excel and dedicated software.
t
Assessed
performance of various parts from multiple vendors to eliminate variance and
improve end-product quality; documented finding and provided senior management
with recommendations.
INEX VISION
SYSTEMS, Clearwater, FL 1995-2004
Technician III
Supervised production of projects in the prolaser
department for this leading supplier of inspection
equipment, technology, and service solutions to the container industry. Performed
electro-mechanical calibration, repair, testing, and assembly of laser
micrometers. Developed and critiqued test procedures, identified obstacles, and
generated strategic action plans. Provided technical support for production
engineers and field service personnel; installed computer hardware and
software. Completed engineering change reports, damaged material reports, and
material movement forms.
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Technician III, INEX VISION
SYSTEMS, Continued
Key Highlights:
t Consistently met ISO 9000 standards for
quality management; aided senior management in achieving targeted production demands
for computerized electromechanical inspection machinery.
t Loaded programmable logic controllers
(PLCs) and erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM and EEPROM), ensuring hardware integrity and data
retention to meet manufacturing needs.
t Repeatedly recognized by management during
annual reviews for reliable and accurate job performance, outstanding customer
service, and dependability over a 9-year period.
COMPUTER SCIENCES
CORPORATION (RCA/GE SERVICE), Patrick AFB, FL 1987-1994
Technician I / Technician II – Secret
Clearance
Provided operation of GPS
satellite data link from Ascension Island, UK
via computer-based monitor station and ground antenna for the Eastern Space and
Missile Center. Performed regular
testing and pre-maintenance for GPS equipment. Uploaded critical data to
satellites in support of Delta II military operations. Maintained equipment and
supplies in accordance with US Air Force specifications. Conducted repairs as
necessary; compiled repair action reports and generated procedural
documentation.
Key Highlights:
t Successfully maintained a 30-foot parabolic
dish antenna, working independently on single man shifts as a trusted and
reliable employee; accurately completed all duties with minimal supervision.
t Communicated with high level officials,
secured secret software and data, and conducted on-site
training for new personnel; promoted from Level I to Level II in 1988.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
RCA/GE
SERVICE, West Palm Beach, FL (1986-1987)
Target
Propulsion Technician - Secret Clearance
Andros Island, Bahamas (Atlantic Underwater Test and
Evaluation Center)
JOHNSON ELECTRONICS, Winter Park, FL (1984-1986)
Electronic
Technician, FM/SCA Amplifiers
EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS /
TRAINING
Education:
Thomas Edison State College – Trenton, NJ (GPA 3.5)
Bachelor
of Science in Applied Science and Technology 2001-2005
Hillsborough
Community College – Tampa, FL (GPA 3.35)
Associate of Arts,
Liberal Studies
Tampa
Technical Institute - Tampa, FL (GPA 3.78)
Associate of Science, Computer and Electronic Engineering
Technology
Certifications: Electrostatic
Discharge (ESD); Optical Coatings Pre-Test; Basics of Light; Theory of Light 2;
Basic Torque Methods; A+ Computer Core
Hardware; HAM Radio Operator, Technician Privileges KF4PNZ; Advanced
Open Water PADI Certified.
Training: Laser Safety; ISO
14001; Cape Canaveral Air Force Station Global Positioning System (GPS); Hazardous Waste Management Curriculum;
Managing Solvents & Hazardous Waste; Hazard
Communication: Identifying the Dangers; Administrator Security
Refresher; 2009 Enterprise Compliance Information Security; Information Security
Awareness Training; Seimens Program Controller; Total Quality Assurance; Leading
and Valuing Diversity; In Process Rework Log;
Leading and Valuing Diversity System Instructor Lead; proficient in
Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and C+ programming.
