Aaron Upchurch
El Cajon,CA
Summary
Dynamic Health Physicist with proven expertise in Laser Hazard Control Program Management and exceptional problem-solving aptitude. At NAVWAR, spearheaded safety innovations, significantly reducing incidents through strategic risk mitigation. Excelled in fostering industry partnerships and leading multidisciplinary teams to groundbreaking technological advancements. Skilled in safety engineering and adept at educational lecturing, embodying adaptability and critical thinking.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Physicist
Department of the Navy, NAVWAR
11.2008 - Current
- As the Command Laser System Safety Officer and Radiation Safety Officer I provided direct support to scientists and researchers as it relates to the safety, security, and regulatory oversight for the use of hazardous laser systems, x-ray devices, and radioactive materials use.
- Expanded industry partnerships by actively participating in networking events and collaborating on joint research projects with other Federal agencies and academic institutions.
- Achieved reduced safety incidents through targeted risk mitigation and data analysis techniques.
- Represented NAVWAR as a voting member of the Navy Laser Safety Review Board to ensure rigorous safety and design measures were applied for all laser systems to be fielded by the Navy.
- Implemented safety protocols and trained laboratory personnel, ensuring adherence to regulations and minimizing accidents or incidents.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex problems, leading to the development of innovative technologies.
- Maintained records outlining test and experiment parameters, analysis and evaluation.
- Determined physical characteristics of materials using instruments to analyze.
- Interpreted results, maintained records and prepared summary reports of investigations.
- Implemented and managed test procedures and parameters.
- Coached new employees on best practices for conducting risk management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Memphis Herff College of Engineering
Memphis, TN12-2001
Skills
- Safety Engineering
- Laser Hazard Control Program Management
- Reliability
- Critical Thinking
- Team building
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Communication
- Radiation safety
- Educational lecturing
Timeline
Health Physicist
Department of the Navy, NAVWAR
11.2008 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Memphis Herff College of Engineering
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