Adam Draxler
Summary
Electrical engineer specializing in modernization of global positioning navigation and timing systems for U.S. Navy platforms. Demonstrated success in executing system operational verification tests and delivering rapid-response troubleshooting to ensure fleet readiness. Acknowledged for technical leadership and effective collaboration across diverse teams to improve operational capabilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
NAVAL INFORMATION WARFARE CENTER (NIWC) PACIFIC
San Diego
2023.09 - Current
- Primary West Coast engineering lead supporting Global Positioning Navigation and Timing Systems (GPNTS) modernization efforts for U.S. Navy platforms
- Led West Coast GPNTS 2.X modernization and deployment initiatives.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute System Operational Verification Tests (SOVTs), software upgrades, certification events, system light-offs, and operational testing activities
- Execute system integration, validation testing, technical analysis, documentation development, and operational verification activities
- Supported modernization, installation, testing, and troubleshooting initiatives to enhance fleet readiness aboard CVN-68, CVN-70, CVN-71, CVN-76, DDG-54, DDG-60, DDG-63, DDG-70, DDG-89, DDG-92, DDG-93, LPD-23, TAO-209, and TAO-210
- Coordinated with military leadership, shipboard personnel, contractors, logisticians, and program offices to execute engineering projects and effectively resolve technical challenges
- Provided rapid-response engineering support for casualty reports (CASREPs), ensuring mission-critical fleet readiness through accelerated troubleshooting and effective system restoration
- Recognized through multiple awards and performance recognitions for technical leadership, mission execution, and fleet support
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
San Diego, CA2020-06
Associate of Science - Science & Mathematics
CUYAMACA COLLEGE
El Cajon, CA2017-06
Skills
- Circuit design
- Electronics testing
- Systems engineering
- Systems integration
- Technical troubleshooting
- Technical program execution
- Project management
- Risk management
- Process improvement
- Data analysis
- Stakeholder coordination
- Problem solving
- Technical communication
Accomplishments
- Code 41200 Employee of the Quarter; three On-The-Spot Awards supporting GPNTS software upgrades, SOVTs, fleet technical assistance, USS Nimitz (CVN-68), and USNS Sojourner Truth (T-AO-210); Field of Dreams Award recognizing advancement to Lead Engineer and worldwide GPNTS support contributions.
Involvement And Professional Development
- Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society
- Dean’s List
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Arabic, Native
Timeline
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
NAVAL INFORMATION WARFARE CENTER (NIWC) PACIFIC
2023.09 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
Associate of Science - Science & Mathematics
CUYAMACA COLLEGE