Special Devices, Inc.
Industry: Company
DescriptionHeadquarters: Simi Valley, CA Founded: 1976 Parent organization: Daicel (U.S.A), Inc.
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GE Healthcare October 2010 - Present
Stirling Energy Systems September 2009 - 2010
The Home Depot January 2007 - January 2009
Rockford Corporation 2004 - 2005
Special Devices, Inc. 2001 - 2004
LifeSparc 2000 - 2001
LifeSparc Inc. August 1998 - April 1999
Autoliv November 1990 - March 1998
Skills
Six Sigma, TS16949, Automotive, Iso 9000, ISO 13485, Cross-functional Team..., Toyota Production System, Continuous Improvement, Value Stream Mapping, Change Management, Medical Devices, ISO9001 Auditor, PFEMA, AIAG, PPAPs, 8-D, APQP, Kaizen, Process Improvement, Quality System, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, CAPA, FMEA, 5S, DMAIC, Supplier Quality, PPAP, Quality Management, FDA, Root Cause Analysis, Supplier Development
Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelors/Science
Special Devices, Inc. January 2015 - Present
GT Advanced Technologies April 2014 - October 2014
GT Advanced Technologies August 2011 - April 2014
GT Solar May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Training, Solidworks, CAD, Engineering, Product Design, Flare, Technical Writing, Travel, Product Support, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Sustainable Design, Software Documentation, Manufacturing, Engineering Management, Automation, Robotics, Design for Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Product Development, Mechanical Engineering, Troubleshooting, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Microsoft Office, SolidWorks
Education
Southern New Hampshire University 2013 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Project Management
Keene State College 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (BS), Product Design and Development
Manchester Community College 2005 — 2007
Special Devices, Inc. February 2015 - Present
Special Devices Incorporated January 2011 - February 2015
Special Devices, Inc. February 2011 - January 2015
Program Auto Liquidators January 2009 - January 2011
Program Auto Liquidators January 2009 - January 2011
Live Square Corporation January 2008 - January 2009
Just Swim Pool Service January 2003 - January 2009
Skills
Process Improvement, Management, Leadership, Manufacturing, Analysis, CRM, Negotiation, Sales, Team Leadership, Budgets, Program Management, Cross-functional Team..., Lean Manufacturing, Operations Management
Education
Arizona State University 2005 — 2009
BS, Business Administration
Chandler/Gilbert Community College
Special Devices, Inc. January 2001 - Present
Compass Bank November 1999 - May 2000
TRW June 1991 - October 1999
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Team Building
Education
Lamson College 1987 — 1989
Associate's degree, Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
North Park High School 1984 — 1987
Diploma, General Education
Digital Dream Forge QA 2014 - Present
Digital Dream Forge QA 2013 - 2014
Special Devices, Inc. 2012 - 2013
Pace 2011 - 2012
Skills
Video Games, JIRA, Bug Tracking, Game Design, Xbox, Playstation, 3D Studio Max, Maya, Quality Assurance, Photoshop, Testing, Animation, Character Rigging, Character Animation, Level Design, Android, iOS, Flash, Nintendo, Computer, Google Drive, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Education
Collins College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Game Design
philosophy February 2015 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. February 2014 - April 2014
IBM 2010 - 2013
Charles Schwab 2005 - 2007
Skills
Troubleshooting, Testing, Project Management, Windows, Six Sigma, XML, Databases, Engineering, Networking, Active Directory, Process Engineering, Customer Service, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Management, Microsoft Office, Process Improvement, Public Speaking, Unix
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Phoenix
Associate's degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Cosmetic Group USA January 2014 - Present
Canyon Engineering Products, Inc. June 1998 - January 2014
Special Devices, Inc. 1992 - June 1998
ITT-General Controls 1989 - 1992
Glendale Federal Bank 1984 - 1989
Great American Life Insurance Company 1984 - 1989
Skills
Internal Audit, Financial Statements, Account Reconciliation, Fixed Assets, Budget Forecasts, Accounting, Payroll, Process Improvement, Financial Audits, Finance
Education
California State University-Northridge 1977 — 1980
BS, Finance, General
Pierce College 1975 — 1977
AA, General
Quail Run Elementary School October 2013 - Present
Red Dragon Games February 2006 - Present
The Game Zone 1992 - 2006
Mykytyn Consulting, Southern California Edison 1990 - 1992
Special Devices, Inc. 1989 - 1990
Skills
Retail games management, Computer Repair, Computer programming, Game Design, Game Development, Game Theory, Game Mechanics, Retail Sales Experience, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Programming, User Experience, Creative Direction, Social Media Marketing, E-commerce, Management, Video Games
Education
Colorado State University
Engineering Science (Optics), Optics, Physics, History, 3.4
Special Devices, Inc. April 1994 - Present
US Navy October 1990 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Training, GD, Test Equipment, Manufacturing..., Solidworks, ISO, PLC, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Construction Safety, Hazardous Materials, Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Process Safety, SPC, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, Process Engineering, Manufacturing..., Process Control, Explosives, Robotics, Military, Engineering Management, Manufacturing, Program Management, Project Planning, Supervisory Skills, AutoCAD, Security Clearance, Navy, CAD, Aerospace, Military Operations, Process Improvement, Electronics, Troubleshooting, Design of Experiments, Safety Management..., Systems Engineering, Kaizen, Pneumatics, Electricians, Industrial Safety, Failure Analysis, Instrumentation
Education
Mesa Community College 1995 — 2009
Advanced Medical Reviews March 2015 - Present
Advanced Medical Reviews March 2012 - Present
Professional in Human Resources Association (PIHRA) January 2011 - Present
Toastmasters International July 2010 - Present
Experience Unlimited - OPEN Chapter - Simi Valley, CA April 2011 - February 2012
Worldcolor July 1999 - January 2010
Quebeocor World George Rice & Sons July 1999 - July 2005
Special Devices, Inc December 1998 - May 1999
Skills
Employee Benefits, Employment Law, FMLA, Employee Relations, Onboarding, HRIS, Deferred Compensation, Recruiting, Employee Engagement, New Hire Orientations, Employee Handbooks, Coaching, Training, Human Resources, Succession Planning, Benefits Administration
Education
Cal State Northridge, CA
BA Human Resources Management, Human Resources
Pierce College 1989 — 1993
AA Accounting, Accounting
Special Devices, Inc. March 2015 - Present
Local Motors 2013 - Present
Ducommun Incorporated 2011 - 2013
BAE Systems 2004 - 2011
BAE Systems and Armor Holdings (formerly Simula Aerospace) May 2004 - May 2010
AmSafe Aviation May 2003 - May 2004
Amsafe Commercial Products January 2001 - May 2002
Durel Corporation (now Rogers Corporation) October 2000 - December 2001
TRW Automotive Occupant Restraint Systems October 1997 - October 2000
TRW October 1995 - October 1997
Skills
MS Project, Contract Negotiation, Risk Management, Aerospace, Engineering Management, Program Management, Engineering, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Earned Value Management, Manufacturing, Systems Engineering, Process Improvement, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Process Engineering, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Project Management, Design of Experiments, ITAR, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Integration, SPC, ISO, Continuous Improvement, Security Clearance, Proposal Writing, Manufacturing..., Leadership, DoD, Defense, Testing, Aircraft, Value Stream Mapping, Electronics, Government Contracting, Design for Manufacturing, Automotive, CAD, Management, MRP, Microsoft Project, 5S, Military, Supply Management, Mechanical Engineering
Education
Northern Arizona University 1982 — 1988
Mechanical Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology
Florence High School 1978 — 1983
diploma
Thomas' Glass Shoppe (Pending Start up in October 2015) May 2015 - Present
GT Advanced Technologies April 2014 - October 2014
Special Devices, Inc. July 2009 - April 2014
Isola Group April 1995 - February 2009
Skills
Quality Assurance, SPC, Calibration, Vendor Audit, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Troubleshooting, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management, Electronics, Customer Service, Management, Microsoft Office, Mintab Statistical..., 5S, Documentation, Process Auditing, Quality System, Six Sigma, Quality Control, Root Cause Analysis, ISO, Stained Glass, Warm Glass
Education
Inglewood High School 1967 — 1971
High School Diploma, General Studies
El Camino College
Quality Management
MGC Pure Chemicals America, Inc. January 2015 - Present
GT Advanced Technologies February 2014 - October 2014
FujiFilm Electronic Materials May 2006 - February 2014
Northrop Grumman Corporation February 2005 - May 2006
TRW June 2003 - January 2005
Stewart Glass Creations July 1998 - June 2003
Special Devices, Inc. January 1997 - April 1998
Skills
Manufacturing, Chemical, Clean Rooms, Production, Fast-paced, Glass cutting, Team Leadership, Team Building, Continuous Improvement, Troubleshooting, Lean Manufacturing, Testing, Six Sigma, Quality Assurance, Product Development, Process Improvement, Engineering, Leadership, 5S, Training
Education
Mesa Community College 2001 — 2003
Coursework in General Studies
State of Texas January 2014 - Present
UNT Health Science Center (UNTHSC) October 1999 - Present
Scott & White Healthcare March 1999 - October 1999
American Desk, company of Artco-Bell Corporation January 1999 - March 1999
Special Devices, Inc. August 1998 - December 1998
TallyGenicom October 1996 - July 1998
Texas Instruments October 1978 - October 1996
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Marketing, Access, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Research, Customer Service, Outlook, Project Management, Nonprofits, Event Management, Healthcare, Social Media, Project Planning, Fundraising, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Team Building, Process Scheduler, Training, Data Analysis, Process Improvement
Education
Tarrant County College 1999 — 2004
Computers
Temple College 1978 — 2001
Management, Computers
Measurement Specialties, Inc January 2015 - Present
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company March 2010 - January 2015
Special Devices, Inc. March 1996 - March 2010
Skills
Laser Welding, Aerospace Manufacturing, CAD/PAD, Explosives, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing Operations, Design for Manufacturing, Aerospace, Engineering Management, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, SPC, FMEA, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, 5S, Process Improvement
Education
College of the Canyons
Pacific Scientific January 2008 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. July 2003 - January 2008
Qualex July 1999 - July 2003
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Design of Experiments, Kaizen Leadership, SPC, PFMEA, DFMEA, PFD, Problem Solving
Education
Arizona State University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, BIS
Special Devices, Inc. November 2007 - April 2012
Skills
Assembly Lines, Continuous Improvement, Cpr Certified, Root Cause Analysis
Education
Carrington College-Mesa 2011 — 2012
Pharmacy Trainee License, Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Special Devices, Inc. March 2015 - Present
Concentrix September 2014 - March 2015
HotChalk, Inc. April 2013 - September 2014
HCM Staffing Inc. February 2011 - April 2013
Skills
Recruiting, Cold Calling, Team Building, Negotiation, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Outlook, Process Improvement, Account Management, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Excel, CRM, Sales, Coaching, Leadership, Management, Employee Relations, Marketing, Social Media, Vendor Management, Social Media Marketing, Team Leadership, Talent Acquisition, Access, Human Resources, Leadership Development, Training, Advertising, Applicant Tracking..., Employee Benefits, Business Analysis, Social Networking, Budgets, Project Management, Online Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Online Advertising, Sourcing, Interviews, Call Centers, Performance Management, Onboarding, Start-ups, Organizational..., Resume Writing
Education
Colorado State University-Global Campus 2014 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (BS), Human Resource Management with a specialization in Organizational Leadership, 4.0
Cummins Inc. September 2007 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. June 2000 - August 2007
Rofin Inc. November 1994 - June 2000
Systems Integrated Inc. March 1989 - April 1994
Skills
Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma, Engineering, Gage R&R, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, FMEA, Value Stream Mapping, Engineering Management, ISO, Automotive, Electronics, PLC, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing, Failure Analysis, Process Engineering, Design of Experiments, Process Improvement, AutoCAD, 8D Problem Solving, Product Development, DMAIC, GD&T, APQP, CAD/CAM, PFMEA, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., Aerospace, CAD, Manufacturing Operations, SPC, Ergonomics, DFMEA, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Laser Welding, Solidworks, Minitab, PPAP, Pro Engineer, Cnc, Machining, Manufacturing..., Machine Tools, Concept to Launch, Process Simulation, Supplier Quality
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Indianapolis
Master of Business Administration (MBA), MBA
ITT Technical Institute-San Diego
Manufatcuring engineering
Moog Aircraft Co. August 2011 - Present
Klune Industries March 2011 - July 2011
VACCO Industries August 2009 - March 2011
Kaiser Aluminum 2002 - 2009
Kaiser Aluminum 2000 - 2002
Special Devices, Inc. 1997 - 2000
Honeywell January 1987 - January 1997
l-3 1987 - January 1997
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Design of Experiments, SPC, Value Stream Mapping, Quality System, DMAIC, APQP, FMEA, Kanban, Quality Control, AS9100, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain Management, Project Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Machine Tools, Leadership, TS16949, Management, Aerospace, Engineering, Materials, Metallurgy, Supply Chain, Operational Excellence, 5S, Kaizen, Machining, ISO, Validation, Analysis, Aircraft, Manufacturing..., Process Control, PPAP, TQM, Root Cause Analysis, MRP, Automotive, Process Improvement, Inspection, Supply Management, Quality Management, GD&T, ISO 14001, Logistics
Education
California State University-Northridge 1982 — 1985
B.S. Management Science / Operations Research, Production and Operations Management
Special Devices, Inc. April 2013 - Present
STMicroelectronics July 2000 - June 2011
Hyundai Semiconductor America July 1998 - July 2000
Hyundai Semiconductor America July 1997 - July 1998
Zilog September 1991 - July 1997
Skills
5S Organizational..., Manufacturing Excellence, Managing for High..., Confrontation Without..., Supervisor as Coach, Essence of Leadership, Impact of Leadership on...
Education
Boise State University
Western International University
Associate of Arts (AA), Business
Special Devices, Inc. September 2015 - Present
Humana June 2012 - September 2015
STMicroelectronics 2005 - July 2011
STMicroelectronics 2003 - 2005
STMicroelectronics 1998 - 2003
Solutions@Law 1995 - 2001
STMicroelectronics 1996 - 1997
Fry's Food and Drug 1993 - 1995
US Army 1989 - 1991
Skills
Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Network Operations, Automation, Network Operating..., Operating Systems, Cisco, PC, Microsoft, Semiconductor Equipment, Documentation, Hardware, Laptops, Water Cooling, Computer Repair, Ethernet, Cabling, Windows Server, Computer Network..., Testing, Software Documentation, Manufacturing, Computer Hardware, Cisco Technologies, Active Directory, Semiconductors, Technical Support, Network Systems, Semiconductor Industry, Electronics, Network Administration, Software Development, RF, Equipment Maintenance, Network Engineering, Integration, Test Equipment, Metrology, Engineering, Management, DHCP, Help Desk Support, Failure Analysis, Design of Experiments, Process Engineering, IT Management, Training, Software Installation, SPC, Windows
Education
Western International University 2015 — 2016
Bachelor’s Degree, Informatics (Information Technology)
Chandler/Gilbert Community College 2012 — 2012
Information Technology
Western International University
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
BBSI 2012 - Present
Cardinal Health June 2008 - 2011
Special Devices, Inc. 2006 - 2008
Amgen 2005 - 2006
Skills
Ergonomics, Hazardous Waste..., Six Sigma, Risk Assessment, Environmental Awareness, EHS, Auditing, Industrial Hygiene, EPA, Process Improvement, Occupational Health, Root Cause Analysis
Education
California State University-Northridge 1999 — 2004
Environmental, Occupational Health, Safety/Industrial Hygiene
University of California, San Diego
Certification, Electrical Safety
Washington College
Certificate, Chemistry of explosives and pyrotechnics
Special Devices, Inc. 1996 - 2012
Texaco 1991 - 1996
Symons Screens LLC 1982 - 1990
Skills
Design for Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Product Design, Design of Experiments, Product Marketing, Department Budgeting, Capital Budgeting, Customer Oriented, International Business, Project Management, Project Planning, Project Engineering, Data Analysis, Product Development, Product Cost Analysis, International Project..., Innovation, Innovation Development, Patents, GD&T, Automotive, Manufacturing..., SPC, FMEA, Solidworks, Engineering Management, Root Cause Analysis, Failure Analysis, Systems Engineering, Aerospace, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Earned Value Management, SolidWorks
Education
UCLA
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Astronics AES May 2014 - Present
Creative Motion Control February 2012 - May 2014
Celesco Transducer Products Incorporated September 2005 - February 2012
Special Devices, Inc. June 2004 - August 2005
California State University February 2003 - February 2004
Skills
ANSI Y14.5, Solidworks, Manufacturing, CAD, Mechanical Engineering, Finite Element Analysis, Engineering Management, Labview, Pro Engineer, Product Design, Design for Manufacturing, Engineering, Failure Analysis, Tolerance Analysis, Machine Design, GD&T, Design of Experiments, AutoCAD, Gears, Gearing, SolidWorks, Geometric Dimensioning, LabVIEW, PTC Creo
Education
California State University-Northridge 1997 — 2004
B.S.M.E.
Bulwark Exterminating July 2013 - Present
Special Devices Inc January 2002 - Present
Albertsons December 1997 - September 2007
Education
Mesa Community College
Mesa Community College
Mountain View High School
Teledyne Electronic Safety Products May 2010 - July 2015
Special Devices, Inc. July 2008 - May 2010
Skills
Aerospace, Product Development, Manufacturing, ITAR, Start-ups, Negotiation, Project Management, Business Development, Cross-functional Team...
Education
California State University-Los Angeles 1968 — 1972
Accounting and Marketing
Special Devices, Inc. January 2014 - Present
Nammo Talley October 2010 - November 2013
Orbital Sciences Corporation February 2003 - August 2009
Special Devices, Inc. 1992 - 2003
OEA, Inc September 1976 - August 1992
Skills
Aerospace, Six Sigma, Systems Engineering, Earned Value Management, Engineering Management
Education
Colorado State University 1971 — 1976
BS, Civil Engineering
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company July 2013 - Present
Special Devices Inc. October 1998 - June 2013
NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.), Inc. January 1996 - October 1998
Skills
Program Management, Product Development, Six Sigma, Design of Experiments, Design for Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Solidworks, Finite Element Analysis, FMEA, SPC, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, AutoCAD, Digital Photography, Photoshop
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 1992 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering
Edwards Brothers Malloy August 2012 - Present
Haas Automation Inc. March 2008 - November 2011
Time Warner Cable December 2006 - February 2008
Shelley's Stereo Video August 2003 - December 2006
Special Devices Inc. September 2002 - August 2003
Solar Electrical Systems January 2002 - September 2002
Teradyne Inc. October 1997 - June 2001
L-3 Communications March 1995 - October 1997
Hamilton Sundstrand - Haskel International July 1990 - March 1995
The Marquardt Company July 1987 - July 1990
Skills
Assembly, Supervisory Skills, Field Service, Microsoft Office, Electronics, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, ISO, Testing, Team Building, Integration, Instrumentation, Equipment Installation, Engineering, Performance Reviews, Project Coordination, MRP, Digital Printing, TQM, Performance Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Mechanical Aptitude, Data Analysis, Troubleshooting, Process Simulation, Manufacturing..., Machine Tools, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Management
Education
University of Phoenix 1998 — 2000
MBA, Business Administration
University of Phoenix 1996 — 1998
BS, Business Management
Los Angeles Pierce College 1988 — 1990
AS, Electronics Engineering Technology
Amgen September 2011 - Present
Amgen March 2010 - October 2010
Special Devices Inc. July 2007 - September 2009
Amgen Inc May 2004 - August 2004
Amgen Inc May 2002 - August 2002
Amgen Inc May 2001 - August 2001
Amgen Inc May 2000 - August 2000
Skills
Biotechnology, Cross-functional Team..., EHS, Engineering, Leadership, Management, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Process Improvement, Program Management, Project Management, Quality Management, Risk Assessment, Six Sigma, Strategic Planning, Testing, Training
Education
UCSD 2008 — 2008
OSHA Compliance
Tuskegee University 2001 — 2006
Bachelors in Business, Business Administration
Raytheon September 2012 - Present
Army National Guard May 2007 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. January 2012 - June 2012
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems May 2011 - August 2011
Arizona State University August 2010 - August 2011
Arizona Public Service (APS) May 2010 - August 2010
Arizona State University August 2009 - May 2010
Paradise Valley Community College January 2007 - May 2009
US Army September 2000 - April 2005
Skills
Solidworks, Matlab, Finite Element Analysis, Simulations, Fluid Mechanics, Engineering, Leadership, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Design of Experiments, Physics, Simulink, Management, Team Leadership, AutoCAD, CFD, Calculus, Statics, Differential Equations, Mathematics, Algebra, Thermodynamics, Analysis, Solid Mechanics, Fluid Dynamics, Partial Differential..., C++, Applied Mathematics, ANSYS, Sensors, Leadership Development, GD&T, Computational Mechanics, Configuration Management, Structural Mechanics, Dynamics, Chemistry, Polymers, Mechanics, Linux, Experimental Design, Cultural Awareness, Managing Database, Creo Parametric
Education
Arizona State University 2009 — 2012
Master of Science (M.S.), Mechanical Engineering with concentration in Computational Fluid Dynamics, Magna Cum Laude (3.67)
Arizona State University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering, Magna Cum Laude with Honors (3.71)
Paradise Valley Community College 2006 — 2008
Associate of Science (A.S.), General Studeies, Magna Cum Laude
Paradise Valley Community College 2006 — 2008
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies, Magna Cum Laude
MVHS 1996 — 2000
HS Diploma, General Studies
Line-X Protective Coatings January 2013 - Present
Redondo Beach Rotary Club 2011 - Present
Surfrider Foundation, South Bay Chapter 2011 - Present
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney July 2011 - August 2012
Lectronics, LLC April 2006 - September 2011
Modular Mining Systems September 2005 - April 2006
Special Devices, Inc. January 2003 - August 2005
Skills
Product Development, Training, Management, Sales, Cross-functional Team...
Education
University of Arizona 1997 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Mining Engineering
Capitol Commission October 2009 - Present
Capitol Commission 2003 - 2014
Capitol Commission 2003 - 2014
Non-Profit Organization September 2002 - October 2009
Special Devices, Inc. May 1993 - August 2002
United Technologies-Norden Service Company June 1985 - August 1992
Skills
Government, Leadership, Networking, Program Management, Troubleshooting, Event Planning, Politics, Public Speaking, Gospel, Team Building, Customer Service, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Preaching, Nonprofits
Education
The Master's Seminary 1996 — 2001
M. Div., Bible Exposition, Theology & Biblical Counseling
The Master's College 1992 — 1996
UTC Aerospace Systems January 2015 - June 2015
GT Advanced Technologies March 2014 - December 2014
Aerotek September 2013 - April 2014
Aerotek 2013 - 2014
PDS Tech, Inc. May 2013 - September 2013
Special Devices, Inc. June 2013 - July 2013
NCR Corporation 2010 - 2013
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Six Sigma, 5S, Cross-functional Team..., Troubleshooting, Leadership, Preventive Maintenance, Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Quality Assurance, Kaizen, Machinery, Team Building, work ethics, Blueprint Reading, reading blue prints, Mechanically Incline, hand and power tools, Maintenance, ISO Procedures, MES, Midas, Goal oriented, organized, Quick Study, Machine Learning, Learn New Software..., Assembly Processes, Assembly Lines, Assemblies, Multi-task & Handle..., Clean Rooms, Sterile Room, Potting, Soldering
Education
University of Phoenix 2008 — 2009
Attended, Criminal Justice and Corrections
Gateway Community College 1995 — 1996
Certificate of Completion, Hospital Central Service Technician
ArmorWorks Enterprises, LLC May 2015 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. June 2014 - May 2015
Mandall BarrierWorks February 2014 - June 2014
Mandall BarrierWorks October 2013 - February 2014
ArmorWorks Enterprises, LLC October 2009 - October 2013
MSL Precision May 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Engineering, Design for Manufacturing, Program Management, Product Development, Solidworks, R&D, Process Improvement, Armor, Metal Fabrication, Materials, Composites, Process Engineering, CNC Programming, Engineering Design, Vehicle Dynamics, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing, Body Armor, Vehicle Armor, Manufacturing of..., Vehicle R&D
Education
Arizona State University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering, Graduated with Honors, Cum Laude
University of Nevada-Reno 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Northwestern Memorial Hospital July 2013 - Present
The Mount Sinai Hospital July 2010 - June 2013
National Institutes of Health July 2008 - June 2009
Special Devices, Inc. May 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Healthcare, Internal Medicine, Public Health, Clinical Research
Education
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA 2005 — 2010
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Georgetown University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Major-Mathematics, Double Minor-Biology and Economics
Jabil July 2012 - Present
Pacific Scientific EMC January 2008 - April 2010
Special Devices, Inc. January 1994 - January 2008
Skills
Supplier Quality, FMEA, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis, 5S, Kaizen, Manufacturing, Failure Analysis, Electronics..., Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Kanban, Supplier Evaluation, Product Quality, CAPA, AS9100, Calibration, GD&T, R&D, Emergency Response, Gage R&R, DMAIC
Education
Chandler High School 1991 — 1993
Arizona State University
Textron Systems Marine & Land Systems February 2015 - Present
Entegee Engineering (contract) @ Melton Machine & Control Company October 2014 - January 2015
Global Professional (contract) @ Textron Marine & Land Systems October 2013 - September 2014
Special Devices, Inc. October 2012 - July 2013
SV Probe August 2011 - April 2012
Coxreels December 2010 - July 2011
AmSafe Aviation September 2008 - October 2010
TRW September 2006 - February 2008
AmSafe Aviation March 2001 - September 2006
TRW Vehicle Safety Systems February 1988 - February 2001
Skills
AutoCAD, Inventor, Tooling, Product Design, GD&T, Automotive, Product Development, Solidworks, Six Sigma, Problem Solving, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Machine Tools, CAD, Design for Manufacturing, Aerospace, FMEA, Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, Manufacturing, SolidWorks Workgroup..., ISO, 5S, Machining, Automation, Testing, Mechanical Engineering, Sheet Metal, Engineering Management, Pro Engineer, PDM, Teamcenter, Geometric Dimensioning, SolidWorks
Education
Cameron University
Computational Profit Modeling July 1998 - Present
Western Digital Corporation April 2003 - September 2013
Hi-Shear Technology March 1998 - April 2003
U. S. Sales Corporation January 1996 - March 1998
Special Devices, Inc. January 1993 - January 1996
Jet Propulsion Laboratory May 1988 - January 1993
Space Ordnance Systems July 1980 - May 1988
Skills
Machine Learning, Data Mining, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, SAS, Statistics, Big Data, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Analytics, Data Analysis, Deep Learning Neural..., Python, R, Data Visualization, Optimization, Monte Carlo Simulation, Exploratory Data..., Quantitative Research, Cluster Analysis, SPSS, Time Series Analysis, Linear Regression, Fortran, Decision Trees, Neural Networks, High Performance..., Logistic Regression, Segmentation, Pattern Recognition, Direct Marketing, Stochastic Optimization, Genetic Algorithms, Differential Equations, OpenMP, Parallel Algorithms, Combinatorial..., Partial Differential..., Principal Component..., Weka, Simulated Annealing, Quantitative Investing, Chaos Theory, NeuroGenetic Modeling, Ensemble Methods, Particle Swarm..., Differential Evolution, Optimization Algorithms, KNN, IMSL
Education
Northwestern University 2012 — 2014
Master of Science (MSc), Predictive Analytics (Machine Learning), Perfect 1000 of 1000 test scores in half of the MSPA courses
University of California, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Science (BS), Physical Chemistry
University of California, Los Angeles
Master of Science (MS), Quantitative Research
Avnet November 2014 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. May 2014 - November 2014
Heraeus January 2012 - May 2014
Heraeus October 2010 - December 2012
Heraeus June 2009 - October 2010
Jabil April 2008 - June 2009
Delphi Automotive Systems January 2002 - April 2008
Delphi Automotive Systems August 1998 - December 2001
Skills
Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Program Management, Electronics, Automation, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing..., Continuous Improvement, FMEA, Engineering Management, Kaizen, Automotive, Six Sigma, Design of Experiments, SPC, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing Operations, Quality Management, Kanban, Process Engineering, DMAIC, 5S, Manufacturing..., Engineering, ISO, Iso 9000, PPAP, Process Control, Quality Control, Quality System, Supplier Quality, Process Simulation
Education
Indiana University Kokomo 2003 — 2006
MBA, Business
Purdue University 1997 — 2001
BSE, Engineering
SDCT, LLC 2011 - Present
Haas Automation, Inc 2005 - 2011
Special Devices, Inc. 1999 - 2004
Turbodyne, Inc. 1997 - 1999
ASHA Corporation 1995 - 1997
Skills
Program Management, Strategic Planning, Engineering, Product Development, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive, Engineering Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Operations Management, Product Management, Business Strategy, Continuous Improvement, Team Leadership, Budgets, New Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Project Planning, Sales, CAD/CAM, Business Acumen, Strategy, International Strategy, Electronics, Analysis, Finite Element Analysis, Leadership, Business Development, Marketing, Management, Start-ups, Testing, Change Management, CRM, Manufacturing..., Systems Engineering, Market Research, Machining, Design for Manufacturing, Machine Tools, Market Analysis, Lean Manufacturing
Education
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management
MBA
University of Transportation and Telecommunication, Gyor, Hungary
MSME, Mechanical / Automotive Engineering
University of Polytechnical and Military Science, Kiev, Ukraine
Mechanical Engineering - Military, Armored Ground Vehicles
Banner Health August 2010 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. March 2010 - June 2010
Scottsdale Unified School District March 2005 - July 2009
Mesa Public Schools 1999 - 2003
Arizona Division of Occupational Safety & Health 1997 - 1999
ZF TRW 1993 - 1997
Lawrence University 1991 - 1992
Skills
Hazardous Materials, First Aid, Emergency Management, Safety Training, Fire Safety, HAZWOPER, Hazard Recognition, Hazard Analysis, Industrial Hygiene, Industrial Safety, Accident Investigation, Cpr Certified, EHS, Emergency Services, Safety Management..., Construction Safety, Incident Command, Ergonomics, Occupational Health, NIMS, Hazardous Waste..., Life Safety, Public Safety, EPA, Confined Space Rescue, Department of..., NFPA, Firefighting, Hazmat Operations, Incident Investigation, Root Cause Analysis, Preparedness, Investigation, Emergency Planning, AED, Risk Assessment, Rescue, First Responder, Fire Protection, Fall Protection, Fire Management, Supervisory Skills, Emergency, Defensive Driving, Disaster Response, Hazardous Materials..., Bloodborne Pathogens, Safety Engineering, Training, Workplace Safety
Education
Fox Valley Technical College
Fire Science
Gateway Community College
Occupational Safety & Health
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated May 2006 - Present
Kopp Consulting February 2002 - Present
Pacific Scientific November 2001 - May 2006
Special Devices, Inc. February 1993 - November 2001
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, FMEA, Quality System, Quality Assurance, 5S, Manufacturing, Systems Engineering, Aerospace, Program Management, Product Development, Six Sigma, Testing, Engineering, Engineering Management, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Process Engineering, Software Documentation, Value Stream Mapping, Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Simulations, Procurement, Project Planning, Earned Value Management, Management, Quality Control, Iso 9000, Design of Experiments, R&D, GD&T, Manufacturing..., Quality Management, SPC, ISO, Design for Manufacturing, Sensors, Failure Analysis, Semiconductors, DMAIC, Electronics, Optics, Machining, TQM
Education
Santa Monica College 1977 — 1979
Mathematics
Special Devices, Inc. September 2009 - Present
Skills
Process Improvement, Microsoft Excel, Financial Reporting, Budgets, Manufacturing, Financial Analysis, Analysis, Management, Auditing, Microsoft Word
Education
Loyola Marymount University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Harvard Medical School April 2014 - Present
Partners HealthCare September 2005 - Present
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) February 2009 - February 2014
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) September 2005 - February 2009
Special Devices, Inc. June 2004 - October 2004
UCLA June 2003 - April 2004
Moorpark College December 2001 - December 2002
Skills
Mechanical Engineering, Biomechanics, Orthopedics, Research, Mechanical Testing, Medical Devices, In Vivo, In Vitro, SolidWorks, Rhino 3D, Woodworking, Metal Fabrication, 3D Printing, Matlab, Laboratory
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2009 — 2014
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Mechanical Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2005 — 2009
Master of Science (M.S.), Mechanical Engineering
University of California, Los Angeles 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering
Moorpark College 2000 — 2002
Engineering
Carrington College March 2015 - Present
Saint Alphonsus Health System September 2010 - Present
Saint Alphonsus Health System March 2014 - March 2015
Kroger March 2005 - September 2010
Albertsons May 2003 - March 2005
Special Devices, Inc. May 2001 - May 2003
Adflex Corporation May 1999 - May 2001
Les Schwab Tire Centers May 1997 - May 1999
Sysco June 1994 - May 1997
Skills
Healthcare, Hospitals, Process Improvement, Healthcare Management, Team Building, Healthcare Information..., HIPAA, Clinical Research, Nursing, Retail Sales, Retail Marketing, Retail Category..., Patient Safety, Patient Education, Patient Advocacy, Direct Patient Care, Quality Patient Care, Patient Counseling, Patient Support, Patient Recruitment, Patient Outcomes, Patient Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Employee Training, Employee Relations, Employee Management, Employee Recognition, Health Insurance, Health Education, Public Health, Management, Team Management, Time Management, Operations Management, Account Management, Sales Management, Change Management, Program Management, Event Management, Project Management, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Cross-functional Team..., Distributed Team..., Team Motivation, Cross Functional Team..., Organizational..., Organizational..., Organizational..., Organizational Structure
Education
DeVry University 2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Science, Technical Management
Carrington College-Boise 2008 — 2010
Associate of Science, Medical Assisting
Monsanto Company February 2015 - Present
Storytime With Starfish, LLC February 2011 - Present
Monsanto September 2013 - February 2015
Arizona Public Service (APS) January 2004 - March 2011
Arizona Public Service (APS) September 2001 - January 2004
Jacobs Engineering May 2000 - August 2001
Special Devices, Inc. January 2000 - May 2000
Gowan Company June 1999 - January 2000
Gutierrez-Palmenberg, Inc. October 1998 - June 1999
Motorola Semiconductor June 1995 - October 1998
Skills
Chemical Engineering, Control Systems Design, Six Sigma, Published Author, Alarm Management, Alarm Rationalization, Reliability Engineering, Engineering, Water Treatment, Environmental Compliance, CEMS, Design of Experiments, DMAIC, Industrial Safety, Life Safety, Energy, Wastewater Treatment, Water Quality, Process Engineering, Construction, Power Distribution, Water Management, Volunteering, Boilers, Project Engineering, Minitab, Technical Writing, Fire Protection, TapRoot, Power Generation, Air Quality, Loop Tuning, Infrared Thermal Imaging, Fire Alarm, Environmental Consulting, Water, Regression Analysis, Industrial Wastewater, Industrial Waste..., SIPOC, Project Management, Leadership, Process Control
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2009 — 2009
Certification, Six Sigma Black Belt
Arizona State University - W. P. Carey School of Business 1990 — 1991
MBA, 6 hours toward MBA
Arizona State University 1979 — 1988
BSE, Chemical Engineering
Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences February 2015 - Present
J&B Construction and Maintenance January 2009 - Present
J&B Construction and Maintenance. June 2005 - Present
University of Southern California June 2014 - September 2014
Ross Dress for Less Distribution Center 2011 - December 2013
Sabert Corporation February 2011 - August 2011
Special Devices, Inc October 2006 - January 2009
Pacific Plastics Design, Inc September 1995 - October 2006
Riverside General Hospital January 1986 - September 1995
San Bernardino Hilton Hotel January 1984 - January 1986
Skills
Microsoft Word, Purchasing, Procurement, Lean Manufacturing, Project Planning, Maintenance Management, Sales, Six Sigma, AutoCAD, Budgets, Access, Continuous Improvement, Video Production, Process Improvement, Team Building, 5S, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Service, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis, Engineering Management, Operations Management, Team Leadership, MS Project, Product Development, Contract Negotiation, Facilities Management, Leadership, Negotiation, Change Management, Training, Kaizen, Engineering, Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Moorpark College 2007 — 2009
Riverside City College
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company July 2015 - Present
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company August 2014 - Present
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company September 2010 - August 2014
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company March 2010 - September 2010
Special Devices, Inc. February 2008 - March 2010
Hi-Shear Technology January 2007 - January 2008
Skills
Solidworks, Project Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Procurement, Testing, Six Sigma, Quality Assurance, Project Management, Kaizen, Engineering, Electronics, Proposal Writing, Earned Value Management, Engineering Management, Lean Manufacturing, Defense, Product Design, Continuous Improvement, SolidWorks
Education
USC Marshall School of Business 2012 — 2014
Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA), Business Administration and Management, General
California Institute of Technology 2006 — 2006
Project Management Certificate
California State University-Northridge 2001 — 2004
M.S.E.M., Engineering Management
California State University-Northridge 1996 — 2001
B.S.M.E., Mechanical Engineering
General Industrial Tool & Supply May 2015 - Present
MediVac Technologies 2001 - Present
Optical Disk Media 2000 - 2001
Special Devices, Inc. 1997 - 2000
Helium Leak Testing, Inc. 1995 - 1998
General Precision 1993 - 1995
Skills
Engineering, Calibration, Generators, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Pipelines, Power Plants, Testing, ASME, Continuous Improvement, Project Engineering
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Sylmar 1994 — 1996
Associate's Degree, Electrical, Electronic Technology/Technician
Special Devices, Inc. June 2013 - Present
Cosma Power Systems November 2011 - April 2013
Cosma Power Systems 2011 - 2012
McKesson Specialty Health November 2010 - November 2011
American Express August 2010 - October 2010
United Airlines April 1988 - September 2009
Skills
Adobe Captivate, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Visio, SnagIt, Captivate, Live Meeting, Lotus Notes, Adobe Acrobat, Access, Outlook, Internet Explorer, SharePoint, Documentum, Excel, Word, Document Management, Ticketing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Purchasing, Technical Writers, Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, SharePoint Administrator, ECN documentation and..., KOI Management..., Customer Service, Management, Human Resources, Databases, Leadership, Training, Process Improvement, MS Project, System Administration, Program Management, Quality Assurance, Software Documentation, Continuous Improvement, Troubleshooting, Six Sigma, Project Planning, Project Management, SAP, Testing, Team Leadership, Vendor Management, Auditing, Lean Manufacturing
Education
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2011
Associate of Arts, Information Technology
Lockport High School 1979 — 1983
Diploma, General
Intel Corporation November 2014 - Present
Intel Corporation April 2012 - October 2014
Special Devices, Inc. 2010 - 2012
2Wire 2009 - 2010
Walmart 2008 - 2010
Walmart 2006 - 2008
Skills
Telecommunications, Computer Hardware, Lean Manufacturing, New Business Development, Project Management, Business Process..., Written & Oral..., Lean Startup, Business Strategy, Lean Thinking, Lean Operations, Communication Skills, Technical Presentations, Lean Management, IT Operations, Business Process
Education
Arizona State University 2014 — 2018
Bachelor of Science (BS), MIS Business
Columbus State University 2005 — 2006
some courses completed, Computer Science, 3.8
loganville high school 2001 — 2005
dual diploma
ON Semiconductor June 2015 - Present
Arizona State University August 2014 - May 2015
ON Semiconductor September 2013 - August 2014
Special Devices, Inc. May 2013 - August 2013
Skills
SolidWorks, Matlab, C++, Microsoft Office, Research, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Teamwork
Education
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University 2011 — 2015
Sonora Quest Laboratories/ Laboratory Sciences of Arizona February 2010 - Present
PG&E Gas January 2003 - August 2010
Generated Materials Recovery (GMR) January 2008 - February 2009
Romic Environmental August 2006 - November 2007
Competent Search Solutions (self employed) September 2002 - December 2004
Special Devices, Inc. June 2001 - March 2002
TRW September 1991 - June 2001
United States Marine Corps October 1985 - October 1990
Skills
Root Cause Analysis, Accident Investigation, Inspection, Training, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Awareness, Leadership, Auditing, Surveillance, Weapons, Laboratory, Project Management, Quality Assurance, Microsoft Office, Process Improvement, Networking, Microsoft Excel, Six Sigma, Business Continuity, Customer Service, Hazardous Materials, Hazardous Waste..., Hazardous Materials..., Hazmat Operations, HAZWOPER, Energetic Materials, Chemical Processing, Chemical Handling, Chemical Safety, Forklift Operator, Ergonomics, Continuous Improvement, Hazard Analysis, Hazard Recognition
Education
Notre Dame Bishop Gibbons 1981 — 1985
NYS Regents Diploma, Mathematics
University of Phoenix
Flextronics January 2015 - Present
Dytran Instruments November 2012 - Present
Senior Systems Technology March 2010 - June 2012
Senior Aerospace SSP 2012 - 2012
Special Devices, Inc. July 2009 - November 2009
Pacific Scientific March 2007 - May 2009
Special Devices, Inc. July 1992 - March 2007
Skills
Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Aerospace, PPAP, Kaizen, Design for Manufacturing, Program Management, SPC, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, FMEA, Cross-functional Team..., Engineering Management, Process Improvement, ISO, Root Cause Analysis, Leadership, MRP, Systems Engineering, Value Stream Mapping, Operations Management, Quality Management, Quality Assurance, Process Engineering, Kanban, Engineering, Testing, Automotive, Supply Chain Management, Training, Process Simulation, Iso 9000, Product Development, Manufacturing..., Software Documentation, Design of Experiments, 5S, Materials Management, Management, Operational Excellence, Electronics, Supplier Quality, Quality System, Manufacturing..., AS9100, ITAR, Electronics...
Education
California Institute of Technology 2006 — 2009
Program Management
Diani Building Corp 2005 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. 2002 - 2005
PlanMember Financial Corporation 2000 - 2002
Dennis McCoy & Sons 1996 - 2000
Ebensteiner Co. 1995 - 1996
Skills
Accounts Payable, Auditing, Strategic Financial..., Account Reconciliation, CPA, Bank Reconciliation, Accounting Applications, Microsoft Excel, Budgets, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Financial Modeling, Finance, General Ledger, QuickBooks, Financial Analysis, Accounts Receivable, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Crystal Reports, Construction Accounting, Software Installation, Financial Accounting, Employee Training, Union Experience, Prevailing Wage, Davis Bacon, Government Contracting, Accounting, Payroll, Construction Management, Strategic Planning, Management, Contract Management, Cash Management, Construction, Leadership, Leadership Development
Education
California Lutheran University 1989 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, Accounting
Special Devices, Inc. 1990 - Present
Johanson Dielectrics 1989 - 1989
Fortin Industries/Westinghouse 1987 - 1989
U. S. Microtek Components 1987 - 1989
San Fernando Electric Manufacturing 1973 - 1986
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Quality System, SPC, Manufacturing, Iso 9000, Automotive, Manufacturing..., Engineering, Management, Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, FMEA, 5S, Analysis, Quality Management, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, Quality Auditing
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 1969 — 1973
BS, Chemical Engineering
Special Devices, Inc. June 2015 - Present
InterLink Engineering September 2013 - June 2015
Tokyo Electron June 2012 - August 2013
Raytheon August 2011 - May 2012
Northern Arizona University August 2007 - May 2012
Skills
Solidworks, Pro/Engineer, Engineering, AutoCAD, Matlab, Photoshop, CSS, C++, C, Blue Print..., GD&T, Visio, Rapid Prototyping, Mechanical fabrication, Cosmos/m, Microsoft Office, Labview, Pro Engineer, Finite Element Analysis, Manufacturing, MathCAD, CAD, ANSYS, SolidWorks, Mechanical Engineering
Education
Northern Arizona University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ASA Group, Inc April 2010 - Present
Los Angeles Pierce College December 2009 - August 2012
GALITOUR TRAVEL AGENCY INTERSHIP January 2008 - December 2009
Special Devices, Inc. December 2005 - December 2008
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Accounting, Auditing, Process Improvement, Budgets, QuickBooks, PowerPoint, Leadership, Research, Training, Team Building, Project Management, Accounts Receivable
Education
California State University-Northridge 2013 — 2015
Business Administration and Economics, Accountancy
Pierce College 2003 — 2005
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Accounting
Pacific Scientific EMC July 2013 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. August 2012 - July 2013
Pacific Scientific March 2012 - August 2012
Austin Star Detonator March 2011 - March 2012
Special Devices Inc September 2001 - March 2011
Goodrich January 2001 - September 2001
TRW June 1994 - December 2000
Education
Arizona State University 1992 — 1993
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Shaffer Adventures July 2011 - Present
Metso February 2011 - Present
NIVISYS Industries, LLC January 2010 - July 2011
Sunrise Avionics Inc. D.B.A. SAI Technology August 2001 - July 2009
Special Devices, Inc. 1993 - 2001
Skills
SAP (MM/CS/SD/PP/PS), QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, Accounting, Creative Problem Solving, Human Resources, Payroll, Training, Accounts Payable, GAAP, Financial Statements, Cost Accounting, Cash Flow, Budgets, Auditing, Accounts Receivable, Management, Team Building, Bank Reconciliation, General Ledger, Process Scheduler, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Journal Entries, Fixed Assets, Project Management
Education
Mesa Community College 2007 — 2011
Associate, Accounting
Fredonia High School 1984 — 1988
Diploma, basic
Oracle May 2013 - Present
Oracle May 2012 - May 2013
Taleo November 2011 - May 2012
Taleo February 2011 - November 2011
StarrForce October 2010 - February 2011
Special Devices, Inc. April 2008 - June 2008
Ogilvy & Mather June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
SaaS, Sales Process, Salesforce.com, Cloud Computing, Business Development, Leadership, Sales, New Business Development, Solution Selling, Start-ups, Selling, Taleo, Talent Management, Performance Management, Management, Applicant Tracking..., Sales Management, Marketing, Business Strategy, Sales Operations, Sales Presentations, Consulting, Entrepreneurship, Lead Generation, Succession Planning, Marketing Strategy, Goal Development, Creative Problem Solving, Human Capital, Email Marketing, Action Planning, High Performance Teams, Advertising, PowerPoint, International Business, Pre-sales, Learning Management, Identifying New..., Strategic Thinking, Creative Strategy, Creative Writing, Idea Generation, Prezi, Creative Concept..., Software Industry, Leadership Development, Workforce Planning, Talent Acquisition
Education
San Francisco State University, College of Business
BS, International Business
Lam Research July 2013 - Present
Coorstek Ceramics 2010 - 2012
L3 Communication March 2009 - September 2009
Special Devices, Inc. September 2006 - December 2008
Solar Turbine July 2005 - May 2006
Skills
Engineering, Troubleshooting, Manufacturing, Electricians, Electronics, Electro-mechanical, Maintenance, Testing, Calibration, Soldering, Test Equipment
Education
MiraCosta College 2012 — 2013
Certificate, Programmable Logic Control Technician
ITT Technical Institute-San Diego 1994 — 1996
Associate's degree, Electronic Engineering Technology
ABC Technical School 1991 — 1991
Certificate, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Silent-Aire Manufacturing Inc. March 2014 - Present
Bergner Manufacturing, Inc. May 2000 - September 2010
Special Devices, Inc. January 2000 - May 2000
Toys R Us September 1999 - December 1999
Casa Metropolitan Convalescent and Rehabilitation Hospital January 1995 - December 1995
Manpower Philippines January 1984 - December 1987
Rustan's Supermarket Philippines January 1982 - December 1983
Skills
Purchasing, Sales, Budgets, Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Retail, Inventory, Accounting, Supervising, Budgeting, Healthcare, Public Relations, Entrepreneurship, Teamwork, MAX Inventory..., Customer Service, Negotiation, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Team Building
Education
Casa Metropolitan Training Center 1995 — 1995
Certification, Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
University of San Carlos 1975 — 1977
Accounting and Business/Management
Grand Canyon University November 2009 - August 2011
Greenberg Traurig April 2008 - November 2009
VistaCare, Inc. July 2005 - April 2008
Three-Five Systems, Inc. August 2004 - February 2005
Three-Five Systems, Inc., May 2001 - August 2004
Special Devices, Inc. January 1996 - April 2001
Skills
Data Analysis, HRIS, Employee Relations, Benefits Administration, Human Resources
Education
Arizona State University 1999 — 2001
BA
Calvert Consulting March 2013 - Present
Raytheon RMS February 2007 - March 2013
SAIC 2004 - 2007
Time Solutions Corp 2003 - 2004
Thunder Scientific Inc. 2001 - October 2002
Honeywell 2000 - 2001
UPCO/BFG 1998 - 2000
COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION January 1996 - January 1998
Special Devices Inc. 1993 - 1996
ITT Electro Optical Division 1992 - 1992
Skills
Six Sigma, SPC, Quality System, Quality Management, Quality Assurance, Iso 9000, Continuous Improvement, Supplier Quality, ISO, DMAIC, FMEA, Black Belt, Quality Control, CQA, Minitab, Design of Experiments, 5S, TQM, Manufacturing, Quality Auditing, APQP, CQE, Operational Excellence, Root Cause Analysis, PPAP, Value Stream Mapping, Program Management, Aerospace, AS9100, Testing, Automotive, Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Process Engineering, Kaizen
Education
University of Maryland Baltimore County 1972 — 1974
B.A
Essex Community College 1969 — 1972
Washington State University
Malibu Ideal Strategy and Finance Consulting March 2014 - Present
Talon International May 2009 - February 2014
Sheffield Manufacturing Inc August 2007 - September 2008
Data Exchange Corp January 2007 - August 2007
Special Devices, Inc. January 2002 - January 2006
Powerlift Corporation December 1999 - December 2001
Avery Dennison January 1985 - December 1999
Atlantic Richfield Company August 1982 - December 1985
Skills
Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Forecasting, Financial Modeling, SEC filings, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Mergers, Revenue Recognition, Acquisition Integration, Project Management, Project Planning, Organizational..., Mergers & Acquisitions
Education
University of California, Berkeley - Walter A. Haas School of Business 1980 — 1982
MBA, Finance & Accounting
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 1975 — 1979
B.S., Economics
Special Devices, Inc. May 2007 - Present
Knox Company 2006 - 2007
Special Devices, Inc. April 1998 - September 2006
Special Devices, Inc. July 1995 - March 1998
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, MRP, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Kaizen, Process Improvement, Master Scheduling, APICS, ERP, Materials Management, Supply Chain Management, Root Cause Analysis, Team Building, Inventory Management, 5S, Toyota Production System, Automotive, Leadership, JIT, Operational Excellence, Production Planning, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Manufacturing..., ISO, PPAP, Value Stream Mapping, Strategic Sourcing, Product Development, Management, Logistics, Cross-functional Team..., Procurement, Aerospace, Purchasing
Education
Arizona State University, W. P. Carey School of Business 2005 — 2007
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Arizona State University - W. P. Carey School of Business 1998 — 2004
B.S., Supply Chain Management
Antelope Valley College 1989 — 1994
A.S., Business Administration
Antelope Valley College 1989 — 1994
A.A., Letters, Arts and Sciences
Validant February 2014 - Present
Validant January 2013 - January 2014
Validant March 2009 - December 2012
Special Devices, Inc. March 2008 - December 2008
The Tech Group May 2006 - February 2008
CR Bard June 2001 - May 2006
Skills
FDA, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Quality Control, Validation, Quality System, 5S, Process Improvement, CAPA, V&V, ISO 13485, Design of Experiments, GMP, Medical Devices, SPC, Design Control, R&D, Manufacturing..., Value Stream Mapping, Injection Molding
Education
SM Solutions 2010 — 2010
Certificate, Process Optimization via Scientific Molding
University of Phoenix 2005 — 2007
MBA, Business Administration, Management and Operations
AAMI 2005 — 2005
Certificate, Software Validation Requirements and Industry Practice
R. Michael Donovan & Co., Inc. 2005 — 2005
Certificate, Lean Master Training
Arizona State University 2004 — 2005
Certificate, Industrial Statistics with Emphasis on Six Sigma
Arizona State University 1997 — 2001
BS, Industrial Engineering
Colegio San Ignacio de Loyola 1992 — 1996
High School Diploma
Special Devices, Inc. August 1999 - Present
Southern California Municipal Police Department May 2008 - Present
Tactical Firearms Training Institute (Tacfire) January 2002 - Present
Boeing June 1987 - September 1999
Ft. Belvoir Research & Development Center August 1984 - June 1987
Skills
Manufacturing, Product Development, Six Sigma, Aerospace, Program Management, Explosives, Certified Firearms..., Law Enforcement..., Pyrotechnics, Business Strategy, Business Development, Defense Systems, Space Systems, Missile Defense, Firearms, Weapons, International Business..., International Business..., Engineering, Engineering Management, Tactical Operations, Strategic Negotiations, Flight Test, Continuous Improvement, ITAR, AS9100, Earned Value Management, Defense, SPC, Cross-functional Team..., Defence, Root Cause Analysis, Proposal Writing, Satellite, Manufacturing..., Systems Engineering, Process Improvement, Security Clearance, Law Enforcement..., FMEA, Supply Chain Management, Value Stream Mapping, Design for Manufacturing, Instructor-led Training, Lean Manufacturing, Government Contracting, Operational Excellence, Kaizen, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing Operations
Education
Pennsylvania State University 1978 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Sub-Zero Wolf September 2012 - Present
Six Sigma Systems\ Healthcare Excellence Institute July 2005 - October 2012
Goodrich AIP-PAZ May 2001 - June 2005
Special Devices, Inc. June 1997 - May 2001
Skills
Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Solidworks, Product Development, Microsoft Office, Manufacturing, Engineering, Lean Sigma, Inventory Management, Value Stream, AutoCAD, ISO, Program Management, Excel, Process Improvement, Problem Solving, Access, Project Engineering, Aerospace, Testing, Quality Systems, SPC, DMAIC, FMEA, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, Toyota Production System, DOE, Validation, TQM, APQP, Black Belt, MS Project, GD&T, Process Validation, Process Engineering, Quality Management, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing...
Education
Arizona State University 1990 — 1995
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Portland Community College 1987 — 1990
AS, Engineering Transfer
Fort Vancounver High School 1985 — 1987
High School Diploma, General Studies
ManTech July 2010 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. February 2006 - July 2009
Skills
Numerical Analysis, Labview, Aerospace, Systems Engineering, Space Systems, Spacecraft, Solidworks, Propulsion, CFD, Energetic Materials, Range Safety, Matlab, Proposal Writing, Testing, Simulations, Engineering Management, Sensors, Program Management, Finite Element Analysis
Education
University of Alabama in Huntsville 2003 — 2012
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Rollins College 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Physics
Moog Inc. Space and Defense Group September 2009 - Present
Simi Valley Unified School District December 2006 - December 2010
Special Devices, Inc. May 2007 - September 2009
Northrop Grumman Navigation Systems 2002 - 2007
Braemar Homes LLC 1998 - 2000
Sebastian International 1996 - 1997
Skills
Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Budgets, Aerospace, MRP, Analysis, MS Project, Accounting, ERP, Negotiation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Team Building
Education
California Lutheran University 1991 — 1994
B.S., Accounting
Moorpark College 1987 — 1989
General Ed.
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
Haynes International August 2004 - Present
two.42.solutions January 2015 - Present
Super Service, LLC March 2010 - Present
Key Plastics February 2009 - Present
Mega Mania Diversions, LLC September 2005 - Present
Grede Holdings, LLC February 2007 - April 2014
Cash Store Financial Services, Inc. August 2013 - March 2014
Mississippi River Pulp LLC July 2010 - January 2013
Special Devices, Inc. August 2009 - April 2012
Cascade Pacific Pulp, LLC August 2008 - January 2010
Skills
Mergers, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Budgets, Financial Analysis, Due Diligence, Financial Reporting, Restructuring, Accounting, Forecasting, Start-ups, Mergers & Acquisitions, Automotive, Management, Lean Manufacturing, Internal Controls, Finance, Strategy, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, SEC filings, Internal Audit, Business Planning, Private Equity, Cash Flow, IPO, Auditing, Governance, Executive Management, Business Process..., Working Capital..., Supply Chain, Financial Modeling, Strategic Financial..., Managerial Finance, Acquisition Integration, Business Strategy, Human Resources, Cost Accounting, Corporate Finance, Risk Management, Business Development
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 1972 — 1976
MBA, 1976
University of Michigan 1966 — 1970
B.S., Applied Math, Engineering Mechanics
Esterline Control & Communication Systems January 2014 - Present
Cardinal Health October 2007 - September 2013
Special Devices, Inc. September 2000 - July 2007
TPL, Inc. November 1999 - August 2000
Skills
EHS, Occupational Health, Ergonomics, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Assessment, Safety Training, Hazardous Waste..., Hazardous Materials, Safety Management..., Hazard Analysis, Industrial Safety, Training, Environmental Awareness, Emergency Management, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Accident Investigation, ISO 14001, Behavior Based Safety, Hazard Recognition, HAZWOPER, EPA, Manufacturing, Factory, Incident Investigation, Environmental Compliance, Process Safety, Risk Management, RCRA, Workplace Safety, Auditing, Process Improvement, ISO, Environmental..., PSM, Process Safety..., 5S, Workers Compensation, Leadership, Hazard Identification, Team Building, Collaborative Leadership, Program Management, Supervisory Skills, Inspection, Waste Management, Kaizen, OSHA Voluntary..., Quality Auditing, Investigation
Education
Utah State University 1992 — 1994
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc)
Community College of the Air Force
Associate In Applied Science
Bal Seal Engineering 2013 - Present
Human Resources Consultant February 2010 - February 2013
JM Eagle August 2008 - November 2009
Vitesse Semiconductor 2003 - 2008
Magnetek 2001 - 2003
American Golf Corporation 2000 - April 2001
Special Devices, Inc. 1995 - 2000
Skills
Recruiting, Employee Relations, Management, Talent Acquisition, HRIS, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Personnel Management, Training, Onboarding, Human Resources, Deferred Compensation, Leadership, Workers Compensation, Succession Planning, Performance Management, Payroll, Program Management, Strategic Partnerships, Talent Management, Employee Engagement, Workforce Planning, Organizational..., Team Building, Applicant Tracking..., Manufacturing, Organizational Design, Employer Branding, Policy, New Hire Orientations, Benefits Negotiation, College Recruiting, HR Policies, Labor Relations, Employee Training, Internet Recruiting, Performance Appraisal, Job Evaluation, Job Descriptions, HR Consulting, Technical Recruiting, Career Development, Employment Law, Sourcing, FMLA, Interviews, Strategy, Job Analysis, Temporary Placement, Hiring
Education
California State University-Northridge
Human Resources Certification, Human Resources
University of Redlands
BS, Business Administration
Special Devices, Inc. January 2003 - Present
Education
Colorado Technical University
BSSE, Software Engineering
Mesa Community College
A.E.T, Electronics
Faber Enterprises March 1999 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. February 1997 - January 1999
kdi american products February 1993 - January 1997
Education
CSUN 1995 — 1995
fluid dynamic, graduate classes
California State University-Long Beach 1990 — 1992
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
ViaSat July 2015 - Present
ViaSat July 2015 - Present
General Dynamics April 2004 - July 2015
Special Devices, Inc. January 2014 - August 2014
General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems October 1998 - April 2004
Motorola SSTG May 1995 - October 1998
Skills
Engineering, Six Sigma, Stress Analysis, Earned Value Management, Security Clearance, Systems Engineering, Fine Art, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Packaging, DoD, Simulations, Pro Engineer, Matlab, Aerospace, Engineering Management, Manufacturing..., GD&T, Design for Manufacturing, Design of Experiments, Finite Element Analysis, Project Engineering
Education
Arizona State University 1985 — 1995
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Everything IT (Information Technology Company) Http://every-thing-it.com July 2009 - Present
Everything IT 2009 - Present
CSUCI 2006 - 2009
Calvary Chapel of Oxnard July 2004 - June 2006
Oxnard College 2005 - 2005
Special Devices, Inc. 2001 - 2004
Superintendant, Toolcrib, Prod. Control-Manuf. Engineering Liason November 2001 - April 2003
Casa Latina vs. Support for the Kids 1999 - 2002
Special Devices Inc. - Aerospace Div. November 1999 - November 2001
Special Devices, Inc. 2000 - 2001
Skills
HTML, PHP, JavaScript, Java, C, C++, Web Design, CSS, Laptops, Windows, Linux, Microsoft Office, Operating Systems, XML, Troubleshooting, Web Development, Problem Solving, System Administration, MySQL, SQL Server, Programming, Computer Hardware, Software Development, Excel, Databases, Photoshop, Customer Relations, Customer Service, Administration, Documentation, Windows 7, Network Administration, Web Applications, Computer Repair, SEO, Dreamweaver, Outlook, SQL, Networking, Lean Manufacturing, TCP/IP, Testing, Military, XHTML, UML, Manufacturing, jQuery, AJAX, OOP, Eclipse
Education
California State University of Channel Islands 2006 — 2010
BS Computer Science, Computer Science
Oxnard College 2003 — 2006
AS CIS, Computer Information Systems
Chaffey College 1991 — 1994
Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer Information Systems
University of Maryland, FED 1980 — 1994
mathematics, computer technology
American River College 1984 — 1984
Gen Ed.
Los Angeles City College (formerly Los Angeles Metropolitan) 1980 — 1983
Math, Computer technology, Gen Ed
Sacramento City College 1978 — 1979
Gen Ed.
Moorpark College 1976 — 1977
Forestry
Special Devices, Inc. September 2006 - Present
University of Phoenix April 1995 - January 2009
Northrop Grumman January 2002 - September 2006
Litton January 1996 - January 2002
Skills
Ad Hoc Reporting, Access, Auditing, Program Management, Forecasting, Leadership, Financial Reporting, Management, Accounting, Budgets, Cost Accounting, Variance Analysis, Lean Manufacturing
Education
California State University-Northridge 1982 — 1985
Masters of Science, Accountacy
California State University-Northridge 1976 — 1981
BS, Business Administrations - Accounting
Fulton Bellows, LLC Operations ManagerRexnordJune 2005 - December 2007
Special Devices Inc 1996 - 2003
Special Devices inc 1996 - 2003
Education
Saint Leo University
MBA, Business Administration
Special Devices, Inc. Daicel Group April 2013 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. October 2000 - April 2013
RSI Home Products October 1996 - January 1999
TRW 1988 - 1996
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, GD&T, SPC, Design for Manufacturing, Aerospace, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing, Kaizen, FMEA, Continuous Improvement, ISO, Engineering, Program Management, Product Development, Process Improvement, Contract Management, Project Management, Team Building, MRP, Supply Chain Management, Automotive, Operations Management, Cross-functional Team..., Operational Excellence, Mergers & Acquisitions, Global Operations, Strategic Financial..., Strategic Partnerships, Profitable Growth, Global Business..., Business Development, People Development, Value Stream Mapping, Start-ups, 5S, Manufacturing..., Kanban, Toyota Production System, DMAIC, Manufacturing..., Management, Design of Experiments, Leadership, Engineering Management, Manufacturing Operations, AS9100, JIT, Supplier Quality
Education
Arizona State University 1983 — 1985
BS, Industrial Technology
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School
Executive Program
Austin Star Detonator March 2011 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. July 2002 - March 2011
Moltech 1999 - 2002
The University of Arizona 1992 - 2002
Donnelly Advanced Technology Center 1992 - 1999
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Engineering Management, Project Management, Engineering, Management, Six Sigma, Process Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, Root Cause Analysis, Metallurgy, Testing, Manufacturing..., FMEA, Design of Experiments, SPC, 5S, Process Improvement, ISO, Electronics, Aerospace, Cross-functional Team...
Education
University of Arizona 1986 — 1992
PhD, Materials Science & Engineering
University of Rochester 1981 — 1985
EE
Special Devices, Inc. September 2015 - Present
TRW Automotive June 2007 - Present
Raytheon Missile Systems November 2005 - June 2007
TRW Automotive November 2003 - November 2005
Skills
Mechanical Engineering, FMEA, SPC, Systems Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Automotive, Six Sigma, Engineering, GD&T, Program Management, APQP, DFMEA, Manufacturing..., PPAP, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement
Education
University of Arizona 1998 — 2003
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Terwin Money Management December 2005 - December 2008
Special Devices, Inc. 1994 - 2005
Education
University of Phoenix 2004 — 2004
College of the Canyons 1984 — 1986
Accounting
Sylmar High School 1964 — 1967
Southern California Gastroenterology Associates June 2012 - Present
JuiceHeads, February 2004 - January 2013
Brilliant Digital Entertainment 2003 - 2004
LaFollette, Johnson, DeHaas, Fesler & Ames 2001 - 2003
Biometric Identification, Inc. 1999 - 2001
Special Devices, Inc. 1991 - 1999
Skills
Small Business, Human Resources, Management Consulting, Accounting, Manufacturing..., Systems Improvement, Process Improvement, Facilities Management, Team Facilitation
Education
California State University-Northridge 1999 — 2001
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of San Diego 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting
Crespi High School 1976 — 1980
Special Devices, Inc. March 2010 - Present
Recreational Equipment Inc. May 1996 - March 2010
Education
Capella University 2007 — 2010
M.S., Human Resource Management
Bucknell University
B.A., Political Science
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company March 2015 - Present
Zebra Technologies January 2012 - March 2015
Fralock November 2009 - February 2012
Special Devices, Inc. 1994 - 2009
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Solidworks, AutoCAD, Kaizen, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Process Improvement, Excel, Word, Failure Analysis, PowerPoint, Access, ERP, Supervisory Skills, CAD, Manufacturing, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Training, Manufacturing..., SPC, Project Planning, Design for Manufacturing, Microsoft Word, Engineering Management, SolidWorks, Root Cause Analysis, Microsoft Excel
Education
Florida Institute of Technology 2008 — 2012
BA, Management
Ameritech College 1991 — 1993
A.S., Electronic Technology
Special Devices, Inc. September 2014 - Present
MMI Precision Technology April 2008 - July 2014
Hensley November 1996 - January 2007
Arizona Employers' Council, Inc February 1995 - November 1996
Skills
Employee Relations, FMLA, Onboarding, Training, New Hire Orientations, Benefits Administration, Employee Handbooks, HR Policies, HRIS, Personnel Management, Employee Benefits, Labor Relations, Applicant Tracking..., Talent Management, Human Resources
Education
University of Arizona 1989 — 1993
BA, Communications
Kavlico Corporation June 2012 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. November 1999 - January 2012
AMETEK Aerospace June 1995 - November 1999
Kavlico Corporation 1987 - 1995
P&H Laboratories 1986 - 1987
Skills
R&D - Product..., Program / Project..., Design for Manufacturing, FMEAs, MTBFs, MTBURs,, PDRs, CDRs, ATPs, QTPs, SOPs, 3D-Modeling, 3D-Design,..., Solidworks and AutoCad, FAA Certification, Cost Models, WBS, EVM, MS Office tools, RTCA DO-160D & RTCA..., Rigid & Flexible PCB..., Thick film processing, Six Sigma Certified, Project Management, FMEA, Six Sigma, AutoCAD, Solidworks, Lean Manufacturing, Aerospace, SPC, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Project Planning, Product Development, Testing, Supplier Quality, Root Cause Analysis, FAA, Engineering Management, Electronics, Finite Element Analysis, R&D, Sensors, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Automotive, Manufacturing..., Failure Analysis, Earned Value Management, Design of Experiments, GD&T, Avionics, Process Engineering, SolidWorks, Program Management
Education
California State University-Northridge
MS, Engineering Management
The University of Texas at Arlington
BS, Mechanical Enigneering
University of Karachi
BS, Applied Physics
TRAINING / SEMINARS / SKILLS
Certificate of Completion
Troll Systems May 2008 - Present
Eaton Corporation September 2007 - May 2008
Boeing September 2005 - August 2007
Anthony International March 2005 - September 2005
Tech-X November 2001 - April 2005
Special Devices, Inc. January 2005 - March 2005
Nikota USA January 2004 - January 2005
Walt Disney Imagineering January 2001 - December 2001
Price Pfister (Black and Decker) February 2000 - January 2001
Show Technologies September 1997 - February 2000
Skills
Technical Documentation, Special Effects, Electro-mechanical, Electronics, Theme Parks, Marketing, Theming, Theme Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, FrameMaker, Microsoft Office 2007, Camtasia, SnagIt, Visio, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Market Research, Product Marketing, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, Logo Design, AutoCAD, Technical Writing, Web Design, Manuals, Technical Communication, Team Building, Software Documentation, Microsoft Office, RF, PaintShop Pro, Structured Authoring, Troubleshooting, Test Equipment, Testing, Engineering, Proposal Writing, Six Sigma, XMetal, Wireless, Release Notes, Systems Engineering, Single Sourcing, Manufacturing, Aerospace
Education
Southwest Institute of Technology 1989 — 1991
Associate of Science (AS), Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
Tulsa Community College 1984 — 1985
Barrick Gold Corporation November 2011 - Present
Caterpillar Inc. September 2010 - November 2011
Ambitech Engineering July 2008 - April 2009
Cabot Microelectronics March 2002 - July 2007
Special Devices Inc. September 1998 - November 2001
Motorola 1983 - 1998
Skills
Quality Systems, Manufacturing, SPC, FMEA, Supplier Quality, Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Engineering, Reliability-centered..., Vibration analysis, Cause Mapping, Six Sigma, ISO 9001, Quality Auditing, Oil Analysis, Quality Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Control Plans, Continuous Improvement, Process Capability, Systems Development, Gage R&R, PPAP, APQP, Quality System, Maintenance Management, Quality Control, Predictive Maintenance, Process Control, Process Improvement, Factory, Plant Maintenance, DMAIC, ISO, 5S, TPM, Design of Experiments, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Process Engineering, Metallurgy, ISO 14001, Quality Management, TQM, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing..., RCM, Minitab, Condition Monitoring
Education
University of Arizona
Masters, Analytical Chemistry
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
B.S., Chemistry
Amada Miyachi America 2009 - Present
Amada Miyachi America 2000 - 2009
Special Devices, Inc. 1997 - 2000
Scientific Sealing Technology 1996 - 1997
Amerigon 1993 - 1996
TRW 1990 - 1993
Skills
Manufacturing, Engineering, Electronics, Automation, Product Development, SPC, R&D, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, FMEA, Engineering Management, Manufacturing..., Failure Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Quality Management, Root Cause Analysis, Design of Experiments, Robotics
Education
Caltech 1983 — 1985
BS, Engineering and Applied Science
Whitman College 1980 — 1983
BA, Math and Physics
Paramount Windows Corp. October 2013 - Present
Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope November 2012 - October 2013
Hybrid Design Associates, Inc. September 2011 - October 2012
TransPac Aviation Academy December 2010 - April 2011
TransPac Aviation Academy August 2010 - December 2010
Orbital Sciences Corporation January 2007 - August 2009
Orbital Sciences Corporation 2007 - 2009
Orbital Sciences Corporation February 2004 - December 2006
Special Devices, Inc. 2000 - 2003
Special Devices, Inc. 1998 - 2000
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Leadership, Engineering, Metal Fabrication, Management, Manufacturing, Integration, Continuous Improvement, Process Scheduler, Electronics, 5S, Process Engineering, SPC, Six Sigma, Production Planning, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, ISO, Manufacturing..., Cross-functional Team..., Aerospace, Operations Management, Project Management
Education
University of Phoenix 2005 — 2009
BS/BM, Project Management & Business
Carrier Corporation August 2014 - Present
Carrier Corporation March 2013 - April 2014
CertainTeed Corporation August 2012 - February 2013
Blackmar LLC November 2009 - August 2012
Blackmar LLC November 2009 - August 2012
Panduit August 2005 - August 2009
Airstron Mechanical November 2002 - February 2004
Motorola January 2000 - December 2001
Special Devices, Inc. January 1995 - January 1999
Technicolor February 1994 - November 1994
Skills
Industrial Engineering, Facilities Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Time Studies, Cost Analysis, Cost Accounting, SPC, Excel, Supervisory Skills, Access, AutoCAD, Word, Microsoft Office, Corel Draw, Quickbooks, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Engineering, Process Engineering, Problem Solving, Cost Reduction, MS Project, Kaizen, Visio, 5S, Microsoft Word, Manufacturing..., Product Development
Education
UC Santa Barbara 1994 — 1995
LAN Certification, Computers
University of Michigan 1972 — 1976
BS IE, Industrial Engineering
Onsted High School 1969 — 1972
Air Liquide MEDAL April 2014 - Present
Intel September 2005 - March 2012
GE Healthcare August 2000 - September 2005
Special Devices, Inc. April 1998 - August 2000
Delphi Automotive May 1994 - March 1998
Education
The University of New Mexico 1990 — 1994
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company November 2009 - Present
Synergy Energy Systems, LLC December 2008 - Present
Emerge March 2010 - February 2013
Takata June 2004 - December 2008
Special Devices, Inc. May 2001 - May 2004
Skills
GD&T, FMEA, Engineering, Engineering Management, Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, SPC, DFMEA, Design of Experiments, Manufacturing..., Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, Solidworks, ISO, Manufacturing, Invention, Geometric Dimensioning..., SolidWorks
Education
University of Arizona 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics, Physics
Desert Vista High School 1995 — 1999
Ducommun Technologies November 2004 - April 2011
Pacific Scientific Aerospace September 2001 - November 2004
Special Devices, Inc. November 1999 - September 2001
Alcoa Fastening Systems October 1988 - November 1999
Skills
Team Building, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Product Development, Consolidation, Aerospace, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Value Stream Mapping, Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, Kaizen, Program Management, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain Management, 5S, Operations Management, Project Management, Integration, Training, Mergers & Acquisitions, Quality Management, Strategy, MRP, Leadership, Root Cause Analysis, Process Engineering, Risk Management, Strategic Sourcing, Engineering, Project Planning
Education
UCLA Anderson School of Management 2006 — 2007
Exec Cert, Executive Management
California State University-Long Beach 1986 — 1989
BA, Psychology
Live Oak High School 1980 — 1983
College of the Siskiyous
H2scan Corporation July 2012 - Present
Ducommun Labarge Technologies October 2006 - July 2012
Special Devices, Inc. June 1992 - October 2006
Pass & Seymour 1988 - June 1992
Skills
Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing, AS9100, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing..., Aerospace, Manufacturing..., Green Belt, SPC, Root Cause Analysis, Operational Excellence, JIT, MRP, Solidworks, ISO, Quality System, Process Engineering, Design for Manufacturing, 5S, Quality Management, Kaizen, FMEA, Manufacturing Operations, Kanban, Engineering Management, Process Improvement, Program Management
Education
University of Southern California 1981 — 1983
MSME, Mechanical Engineering
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 1976 — 1980
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
alborz high school 1970 — 1976
diploma
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company March 2010 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. November 2004 - March 2010
Pacific Scientific EMC May 2000 - November 2004
Special Devices, Inc. February 1985 - May 2000
Kahr Bearing Division, Sargent Industries 1980 - 1985
Amphenol Space and Missile Systems 1978 - 1980
Education
Brigham Young University 1976 — 1978
BS
ArtCenter College of Design 1975 — 1975
Ansell Healthcare June 2012 - Present
Medtronic 2010 - June 2012
Capstone Turbine Corporation February 2008 - 2010
Chocolate Ala Carte 2007 - 2008
Advanced Bionics 2006 - 2007
Special Devices, Inc. 2002 - 2006
Skills
SAP ERP, Materials Management, Strategic Planning, New Product Introduction, Project Management, Procurement, Demand Flow Technology, Production Planning, Team Building, Automotive, Cross-functional Team..., Lean Manufacturing, MRP, Manufacturing, Medical Devices, Product Development, Purchasing, Supply Chain
Education
APICS 2007 — 2007
CPIM, Production & Inventory Management
Lean Manufacturing
Demand Flow Technology
PMI
Project Manager
University of Phoenix
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Pacific Scientific May 2008 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. 1994 - 2008
Skills
Ergonomics, RCRA, Process Safety, Auditing, Microsoft Office, Environmental Compliance, Aerospace, Environmental Awareness, Process Improvement, 5S, Change Management, Supervisory Skills, Safety Management..., Emergency Services, Emergency Management, Continuous Improvement, ISO, Occupational Health, Behavior Based Safety, FMEA, Pyrotechnics, Training, Fault Tree Analysis, Risk Assessment, Incident Investigation, Safety Training, Failure Analysis, Design of Experiments, Workplace Safety, Environmental Auditing, Energetic Materials, DMAIC, Accident Investigation
Education
University of Phoenix
Special Devices Inc. June 2011 - June 2013
Special Devices, Inc. April 1994 - June 2011
Skills
SPC, Design of Experiments, Root Cause Analysis, Microsoft Office, Engineering, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, GD&T, Solidworks, 5S, Design for Manufacturing, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Continuous Improvement, APQP, Geometric Dimensioning..., Process Improvement
Education
Mesa Community College
Associate of Applied Science, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems March 2012 - Present
BAE Systems December 2009 - March 2012
Special Devices, Inc. February 1998 - December 2009
COBE Cardiovascular October 1996 - February 1998
Delphi January 1993 - October 1996
Skills
Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Defense Industry, Organizational..., Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Defence, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Aerospace, Manufacturing..., FMEA, Engineering, Program Management, Leadership, Kaizen, SPC, Engineering Management, 5S, Process Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Quality Management, Process Engineering, Earned Value Management, Systems Engineering, MRP, Supply Management, Operations Management, ISO, Materials Management, Manufacturing..., Supply Chain Management, Quality System, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing Operations, Design for Manufacturing, Testing, DoD, Electronics, Kanban, AS9100, Design of Experiments, Supply Chain, Iso 9000, Procurement, Supplier Quality, GD&T, Product Development, Strategic Sourcing, Government Contracting
Education
Arizona State University, W. P. Carey School of Business 1999 — 2001
MBA, Master of Business Administration
Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey 1988 — 1992
Mechanical Engineer, BSME
Special Devices, Inc. April 2015 - Present
ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions - US January 2015 - April 2015
SUMCO January 2001 - January 2015
Independent Contractor 2000 - 2013
IPEC 1994 - 1999
Skills
Semiconductors, Metrology, Automation, Semiconductor Industry, MES, Electronics, PLC, Process Control, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Controls, Visual Basic 5.0/6.0, Motion Control, Machine Design, Pneumatics, Conveyors, Robotics, Servo Control, PLC Ladder Logic, HMI Programming, Electro-mechanical, Sensors, Engineering Management, Serial Communications, Industrial Ethernet, Failure Analysis, Yaskawa Drivers, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing
Education
Arizona State University 1987 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (BS), Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Special devices inc February 2014 - Present
C.D. enterprises April 2001 - Present
Naumann Hobbs Material Handling, INC November 2006 - February 2014
Toyota Forklift November 2005 - October 2006
Bunger Steel, Inc. January 2000 - November 2005
Skills
Logistics, Microsoft Office, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Manufacturing, Budgets, Automation, Troubleshooting, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Outlook, Negotiation, Software Documentation, Purchasing, Team Building, Inventory Control, Material Handling, Warehousing, Conveyors, Supervisory Skills, Material Handling..., Forklift Operator, Field Service, Equipment Repair, Pneumatics, Cranes, Equipment Maintenance, Power Tools, Hydraulic Systems
Education
High tech phoeninx az 1990 — 1992
Computer technology, Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician, 3.6
Salt Lake Community College 1986 — 1988
associate, general studies
east high school slc Utah 1984 — 1988
high school diploma, general
Takata 2004 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. November 2003 - November 2004
Goodrich UPCO April 2000 - January 2003
TRW 1992 - 2000
Skills
APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, Automotive, Six Sigma, FMEA, Engineering Management, Lean Manufacturing, Program Management, GD&T, Continuous Improvement, SPC, Manufacturing, Engineering, TS16949
Education
Brigham Young University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (BS), Chemical Engineering
Special Devices, Inc. March 2015 - Present
ASU Biodesign Institute July 2013 - Present
Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company May 2014 - March 2015
Cavalry Staffing February 2012 - August 2013
Banker Insulation May 2013 - July 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Solidworks, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Engineering, Teamwork, CAD, English, Mechanical Engineering, Customer Service, Research, Windows, Solid Edge, Surfcam
Education
Arizona State University 2010 — 2014
Rexam BCA September 2009 - Present
Kavlico Inc October 2004 - August 2009
Special Devices, Inc. March 1994 - September 2003
Skills
Visual Basic, PLC, SPC, PIC, Electrical, AutoCAD, Excel, Word, Flow Charts, Project Planning, Electro-mechanical, Laser Welding, Resistance Welding, Variable Frequency..., Profibus, Allen Bradley, ControlLogix, Omron, HAZWOPER, HMIs, Robotics, Pneumatics, Electrical Controls, Electricians, Manufacturing..., Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Electronics, Control Logic, Allen-Bradley
Education
Antelope Valley College 2000 — 2001
Electronics
Palmdale High
Special Devices, Inc. July 2012 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. September 2007 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. February 2010 - August 2011
Antelope Valley Care Center February 2000 - May 2004
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital January 1991 - December 2001
Skills
Root Cause Analysis, PPAP, Product Development, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Automotive, SPC, Motivation, Team Leadership, Dependable Team Player, Direct Patient Care, Front to Back Office, Cashiering, Caring, Perfect Attendance, Pay Close Attention to..., Food Industry, Food Processing, Food Safety, Food Service, Diet Planning, Drawing Blood, Vital Signs, Industrial Safety, Process Safety, OSHA Training, Ballistics, Employee Wellness..., Exercise, Supervisory Experience
Education
Antelope Valley Medical College 2004 — 2005
MEDICAL ASSISTANT, CERTIFICATION, Medical/Clinical Assistant, A
Laney College 1976 — 1978
N/A, Business/Commerce, General
The Tech Group March 2014 - Present
PDS Tech, Inc. June 2012 - March 2014
Pacific Scientific 2008 - 2012
Special Devices, Inc. April 1996 - January 2008
TRW April 1993 - April 1996
US Navy June 1982 - January 1993
Skills
Management, Testing, Test Automation, Test Planning, Electronics, GD&T, Team Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Quality Auditing, Internal Audit, Project Planning, Project Management, Budget
Education
U.S. Navy 1982 — 1993
Fire Control Technician, Electronics
George Stone Career Center 1980 — 1981
Welding Certificate, Metal Welding
Pine Forrest High School 1980 — 1981
Diploma, General
Pacific Scientific 2009 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. 1993 - 2009
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, FMEA, Aerospace, Process Improvement, 5S, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, SPC, Design of Experiments, Value Stream Mapping, Engineering, Project Management, GD&T, ISO, Manufacturing..., Kanban, DMAIC
Education
University of Phoenix 2010 — 2012
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Special Devices, Inc. February 2014 - Present
General Dynamics November 1997 - February 2014
Texas Instruments May 1995 - September 1997
Skills
Six Sigma Green Belt..., CQE, Root Cause Analysis, SPC, Manufacturing..., DMAIC, Minitab, Value Stream Mapping, FMEA, Design of Experiments, Lean Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Continuous Improvement, Aerospace, Reliability Engineering, Six Sigma, Design for Manufacturing, Quality System, Engineering, Manufacturing
Education
Texas A&M University 1993 — 1995
Master of Science (MS), Industrial Engineering
Iowa State University 1988 — 1993
Bachelor's degree, Industrial Engineering
Wirtgen Group September 1994 - Present
Wirtgen Group September 1994 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. August 2008 - April 2010
Skills
Sales Management, Negotiation, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Budgets, Product Development, Management, Customer Service, Engineering, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Microsoft Office
Education
Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara 1985 — 1990
Industrial Design, Industrial and Product Design
Nammo Talley, Inc. 2001 - 2012
Special Devices Inc. November 1996 - January 2001
Skills
DoD, Security Clearance, Pyrotechnics, Explosives, Hazardous Chemicals, Hazardous Material..., Aerospace, Analysis, Government Contracting, Continuous Improvement, Earned Value Management, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Mechanical Testing, Military, Process Improvement, Program Management, Root Cause Analysis, SPC, Six Sigma, Systems Engineering, Weapons
Education
University of Wyoming 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), vocational Education
Casper College 1983 — 1986
AA Applied sciences
Special Devices, Inc. May 2012 - Present
ArmorWorks Enterprises, LLC 2009 - 2012
MacKay Manufacturing Inc 2007 - 2009
US Army September 1997 - September 2001
Skills
Machining, DMAIC, Manufacturing, Solidworks, GD&T, Mechanical Inspection, CMM, Calibration, Manufacturing...
Education
North Idaho College 2002 — 2004
Machinist Technologies
ITT Technical Institute-Spokane Valley 1995 — 1997
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
Stryker June 2012 - Present
Special Devices, Inc. June 2007 - September 2010
Education
North Rockland High School 1992 — 1996
Associate's degree, Counseling Psychology
University of Phoenix
Teledyne Scientific & Imaging April 2015 - Present
Exelis September 2011 - 2015
Power-One, Inc. March 2009 - August 2011
Special Devices, Inc. December 1999 - March 2009
Skills
Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Management, Budgets, Process Improvement, Financial Reporting, Consolidation, Business Transformation, Financial Analysis, Policy and Procedures, Aquisition Intergration, Internal Controls, Revenue Recognition, Forecasting, Incurred Cost Submission, Treasury Management, Customer Service, Cost Accounting..., Government Contracting, Project Management, Start Ups, Sales, Cost Accounting, GAAP, Analysis, Manufacturing, Public Accounting, Due Diligence, ERP
Education
California State University-Northridge
Bachelor's of Science, Accounting