Brandon Sherwood
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Highly motivated, knowledge driven electrical test technician with over 8 years of professional experience. Increased productivity and improved processes in automated and manual test procedures. Offering Bachelors of Science in Physics with experience in electromagnetism, lab environments, and data analysis tools.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Test Technician III
Collins Aerospace Systems
Phoenix, AZ
10.2018 - Current
- Conducted functional tests on various electronic parts for commercial aircraft to ensure proper operation according to design specifications.
- Prepared test equipment and materials to properly simulate field conditions and idealized scenarios.
- Maintained accurate records of all tests performed including setup parameters used, results obtained, modifications made.
- Performed detailed troubleshooting and analysis of complex electronic systems using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers and other test equipment.
- Trained junior technicians on proper usage of test equipment as well as safety protocols while working with high voltage circuits.
- Collaborated with engineering teams in order to develop strategies for improving existing processes related to testing activities.
- Analyzed failed products to determine root cause failure mechanisms and identified corrective actions necessary for improvement.
- Worked closely with Quality Assurance personnel to ensure that all products met applicable standards prior to release from factory floor.
- Diagnosed defective components using schematics diagrams and other reference materials as required.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Sonar Technician Surface
US Navy
Pearl Harbor, HI
04.2009 - 04.2013
- Carried out two 8 month deployments serving as Sonar specialist and secret materials manager.
- Earned the Sea Service Deployment ribbon and the Navy Achievement Medal at the completion of honorable service.
- Underwent hundreds of technical preventative maintenance tasks to ensure the performance and functionality of the multi-million dollar Sonar equipment system.
- Served as Damage Control Petty Officer performing preventative maintenance tasks on multiple systems and workings, ensuring safety and functionality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physics
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ03-2024
Skills
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Schematic Reading
- Data Analysis
- Functional Testing
- Python Skills
- Specialized Testing Equipment
- Test Documentation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Electrical Component Evaluation
- MathWorks MATLAB
- Root Cause Analysis
Timeline
Electrical Test Technician III
Collins Aerospace Systems
10.2018 - Current
Sonar Technician Surface
US Navy
04.2009 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Physics
Arizona State University