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ObjectiveSeeking challenging staff technical or management position with opportunity for advancement commensurate with my contributions to the organization.7/2022 5/2024 Electronic Transaction Consultants Richardson, TXManager, Software ConfigurationLed team of four Configuration Analysts and Specialists, supporting software releases for industry leading back-office tolling software solution. Setup and maintained continuous integration and delivery/deployment (CI/CD) of java and golang artifacts using Jenkins and Nexus repositories. Implemented company best practice for software release management. Supported periodic third-party audits of company build and release capabilities, to ensure product repeatability/integrity with various contracted toll authorities. Worked with Jira and confluence for daily task management. Utilized Google Cloud Platform (GCP) for cloud run jobs. Used gitlab as primary source control tool, creating and automating GCP job deployments via the gitlab yml control files. Maintained and kept docker images (within CM archive in gitlab) for self-managed instances of Jenkins utilizing Kubernetes clusters, Oracle, gitlab and nexus servers. Updated docker images to keep versions current and add functionality. Created Jenkins build jobs (via shell script) for Oracle databases which utilized automated differencing of database releases via the Oracle data compare tool. Worked with Podman (in alias mode) as some docker containers were becoming deprecated. Assisted with gitlab creation of multi-environmental Terraform infrastructure as code (IAC) deployment. Also maintained and executed Ansible code used for similar IAC purpose.Manage/mentor team of four Configuration Analysts and SpecialistsManage CM build and release processes, Jenkins, Maven, Java, Groovy, NexusMaintain CM Infrastructure via Docker, Podman, Ansible and TerraformExperience1999 5/2022 Targetbase Las Colinas, TXExpert Configuration Manager (IT)/Senior Systems EngineerSpecializing in installation, configuration and day to day support of Enterprise Applications such as Informatica, Tidal Workload Automation, TIBCO Data Virtualization, Tableau Reporting Server, Adobe Campaign, HCL Unica Campaign and Azure webapps and function apps. Instrumental in the creation of the Azure and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, express route and fast connect Virtual networks to connect the companys hybrid cloud presence together. Served as primary engineer in the 2020 execution of a detailed migration from data center to Microsoft Azure and Oracle Cloud to a hybrid solution which included transfer of on-prem IIS applications to Azure webapps and transfer of on-prem applications to Oracle Cloud.Create customized scripts on Unix to support tight integrations with these applications to the Tidal Workload Automation, allowing for a 24/7 automation to be realized. Prepared and Executed Service Now changes implemented in Production for same as well as Unix and Windows O/S changes, all things Systems Engineering related. Supported the weekly ITIL Change Control Board meetings providing input to management as requested. Also specialized in creation and management of specific best practices in support of ITIL change management compliance in the company.Setup and managed facility wide infrastructure monitoring solution utilizing Nagios open source and New Relic for cloud servers. Created custom scripts to connect our enterprise applications and verify application uptimes and health. Worked on a large scale zscalar implementation to replace an outdated VPN solution. The zscalar approach allowed servers to exist in the targetbase hybrid cloud solution (Azure, Oracle cloud, and VMWare).Managed server Infrastructure (combination of windows and redhate linux) utilizing MS Azure, VMWare and Oracle Cloud VMs. The company used a hybrid approach for servers, some in Azure, some on a VMWare host (in a AZ datacenter) and others in the Oracle cloud.Served as Informatica Power Center Administrator for 14+ years in this position. Managed the ETL deployments across all marketing clients, including pharma clients. Attended Informaticas online Administrator course.Provide day to day support for the resultant hybrid cloud solution at Targetbase, managed the Azure cloud subscriptions and Oracle Cloud.Setup and maintained Azure Dev/Ops Code repository for the company using TFS (for few years) then transitioned to using git, managed build and release process for the digital development teamsAzure Cloud Engineer, completed AZ-104 Azure administrator, extensive experience in Azure, five plus yearsAWS Cloud Engineer, done some work in AWS with Queues and Elastic serversDeveloped and honed Systems Engineering support skills such as Shell/Perl/Powershell/Python scripting, J2EE such as Jetty, IBM WebSphere, Oracle Weblogic, ODBC, JDBC, Oracle, MS SQL Server, Nagios, Ansible, Kubernetes, and TerraformProficient with Oracle, MSSQL and MySQLServed as primary liaison between Targetbase and our Oracle Managed Services provider (Cintra)Experience1993 1999 Raytheon/Hughes Arlington, TXPrinciple Quality Engineer (Lead Engineer)Led staff of four Software Quality Engineers and three Hardware Quality Engineers, reporting to the Director of Quality. Lead Engineer with overall responsibility for compliance to hardware and software contract requirements as they pertain to various flight simulators and other maintenance and training systems. Reviewed and analyzed contract requirements. Developed and implemented quality plans based on contract requirements that ensured quality during procurement, assembly, hardware/software integration, test, and selloff of maintenance trainers and flight simulators (i.e. F-16 UTD, F-22 PTD, F-15, AH1, T-45, Close Combat Tactical Trainer (CCTT), and F-18 PTD. Conducted in-process surveillance of various software and hardware suppliers to ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Served as the primary liaison between Raytheon and customer/government representatives during customer audits and system acceptance testing. Prepared and obtained buyoff on program DD-250s.Developed corporate ISO 9001 policies in support of ISO certification, including appropriate Software Engineering Institute Capability Maturity Model considerations for compliance to level 3.Led QA team supporting ISO assessment/certification via Lloyds registry of LondonChaired the facility's SEPG (internal body responsible for overall software policy and procedure)Software IPT lead for inter-group coordination between engineers and customer through the entire SDLC.Primary responsibilities included simulator acceptance by customers (Boeing, Lockheed, etc.) and government representatives (DCMAO, USAF, USN, etc.) as specified by contract. Monitored software/hardware integration and documented test discrepancy reports within the Raytheon problem reporting system.Reviewed and approved contract deliverable documentation for hardware and software products, and ensured proper release of software/firmware through SCCB and Software Configuration Management (SCM).Reviewed and approved program level test plans for hardware, software and firmware.Developed the program Software Quality process/product audit program, documented discrepancies, reported monthly status to management, and developed custom SQA testing and metrics tools as needed.Utilized SCM tools such as PVCS, Clearcase, VAX CMS, SCCS, and RCS, and other automated test software associated with cockpit and/or other subsystem acceptance.Assisted Engineering in trade studies and capability audits for potential suppliers, conducted physical and functional configuration audits at software subcontractor facilitiesPrepared technical writing inputs and cost estimates for new business ventures.Experience(Continued)1987 1993 Hughes/Honeywell Azusa, CASenior Quality EngineerResponsible for programming Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMM), and other robotic inspection systems used in the manufacture of defense system products, which resulted in 85% savings for inspection costs and 90% reductions in scrap, gaining expert experience with VAX/VMS, DCL, and VAX basic.Worked with Manufacturing Engineers to design, build and implement all shop tooling for MK-46 torpedo components, integrated them into Flexible Manufacturing Cells (FMC) including CMM measurement and feedback to Computer Numerical Control (CNC) offsets within the FMC.Worked closely with Manufacturing Engineers to develop inspection, test and acceptance procedures for various MK-46 torpedo components, and other weapons system components.Developed automated Excel spreadsheets, which generated SPC charts from measurement data for use by the manufacturing Integrated Product Team (IPT) self inspections (within the flexible manufacturing environment).Developed remote GUI based programming application which resulted in a copyright and subsequent sales for the company to a major robotics manufacturer (DEA).Chaired the Material Review Board (MRB)Conducted source inspections at critical, and complex suppliers of cockpit replicas, instrumentation, and associated coating process suppliersAssisted SQA activities on flight simulator products, including code walk-through and software development process audits. Gained work experience with SQA discipline through a senior level mentoring program at Honeywell.Reviewed and approved all Honeywell manufacturing shop travelers from an overall quality perspective. Added inspection operations where needed, modified order/sequence of operations where appropriate to ensure compliance with applicable contract requirements.1983 1987 J.C. Carter Company Costa Mesa, CAQuality EngineerImplemented a certified supplier system which reduced receiving inspection costs by 70%, Developed and implemented cost effective inspection procedures for complex machined parts and electronic products used in the manufacture of aerospace fuel system valves and cryogenic pumps.Oversight of manufacturing, assembly, and test QA functions, conducted failure analysis of returned products.Supported Material Review Board processHeld FAA repairmans certificate.1980 1983 J.C. Carter Company Costa Mesa, CAInspectorConducted first article inspections on complex machined parts in a high production numerical control environment.Performed in-process, final inspection and test on various hydro-mechanical aircraft fuel system components and large industrial cryogenic pumps.Gained significant exposure / experience in engineering standards.Gained expert experience in drawing interpretation (ANSI Y14.5).Experience1975 1980 USAF Atwater, CAJet Engine TechnicianResponsible for overhaul and maintenance of various aircraft propulsion systems, worked in shop, flight-line and test cell areas.Education1984 - 1989 West Coast University Los Angeles, CABS, Engineering (Major in mechanical, minor in electrical)Trained in TQM and SCM processesTrained ISO auditorInterestsComputers, music, audio engineering, camping, fishingPatents and PublicationsCopyright 1990 Hughes Aircraft Company, DEACMMImplementation of Statistical Quality Control in a Precision Machine Shop, Hughes Aircraft Company, 1991 (presented at 1991 Variability Reduction Seminar)Computer SkillsProficiency with computer languages (Python, PERL, Java, Apache Maven, Groovy, Kubernetes, CGI, SQL, C, C++, Fortran 77, VB, Objective C), operating systems (UNIX, LINUX, Windows), Docker, Podman, Terraform, Ansible, databases (Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL), gitlab, Team Foundation Server, Azure Dev/Ops, Clear case, PVCS, MS Visual Source Safe, SCCS, RCS, CVS, Service Now, Informatica trained Power Center AdministratorManufacturing SkillsMajor experience with mainstream hardware/software/firmware procurement, fabrication, inspection, and testing standards, expert skills/knowledge base in engineering measurement techniques, machine shop / sheet metal, forgings and castings, drawings, injection molding processes, PWB fabrication, Surface Mount technology (SMT), NDT techniques and coating and finishing processes. |
