Brandon Ford
Orlando,FL
Summary
Results-driven Systems Engineer with a background in DoD contracts and virtual training simulators. Exceptional problem-solving skills and always looking for new, innovative ways to improve processes and increase productivity. Skilled in managing official test events, requirements analysis, documentation, and troubleshooting. Honorably discharged Army vet with active security clearance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Systems Engineer
DiSTI Corporation
06.2021 - Current
- Performed requirements analysis for multiple projects totaling over 9000 requirements
- Led small teams for internal testing
- Created, tested, and updated acceptance test procedures to verify all contractual requirements
- Assisted in development of new Requirements Traceability Verification Matrix (RTVM)
- Performed technical writing tasks such as creation of test inspection reports, acceptance test procedures, and system requirement specifications
- Created Powershell/.bat scripts to automate system configurations and drastically reduce man-hours required for system setup
- Completed trade studies on new potential tools to improve Systems Engineering efficiency and lower cost
- Was given Test Director responsibilities for all projects in the last two years including In-Plant Acceptance Tests and On-Site Acceptance Tests (CONUS & OCONUS)
- Created and Tracked discrepancy reports using JIRA
- Assisted in troubleshooting of software bugs and provided potential fixes to software teams
Software Development Intern
PGIP - Tech
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Utilized C# and Unity to develop 2D game.
- Worked closely with development team members to identify and remove software bugs.
- Worked closely with company mentor to learn best practices.
UAV Operator
US Army
05.2012 - 12.2018
- Planned and filed flight plans with ATC for training missions
- Flew missions in Afghanistan to include aerial surveillance, fire missions, and reconnaissance
- Accurately calculated required fuel loads for missions based on weight, density altitude, payloads, atmospheric conditions and flight time
- Qualified to operate many different UAV platforms including Grey Eagle, Silver Fox, and Puma.
- Used in-flight sensors and radar to pilot aircraft during poor visibility and emergency situations
- Briefed base commander and stakeholders on mission results
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology - Software Development
Purdue University Global
Online03.2021
Skills
- Requirements analysis and management
- Product development and improvement
- Technical writing
- Unit, integration, system, and acceptance testing
- Powershell, batch, C#
- Configuration management
- System integration and testing
- Development of DoD training simulators
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Timeline
Systems Engineer
DiSTI Corporation
06.2021 - Current
Software Development Intern
PGIP - Tech
01.2021 - 03.2021
UAV Operator
US Army
05.2012 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology - Software Development
Purdue University Global
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