CHRISTOPHER E. TURNER
Whittier,USA
Summary
Knowledgeable Systems Engineer with rich background in systems engineering. Demonstrated success in leading complex projects and delivering robust solutions, contributing to improved system efficiency and reliability. Proven ability to leverage problem-solving and analytical skills to drive team performance and achieve technical excellence.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Systems Engineer
RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
12.2021 - Current
- Served as a technical liaison between product development teams and clients, ensuring successful project completion within desired time frames.
- Implemented cost-effective solutions that maximized return on investment without compromising system integrity or performance levels.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that addressed the needs of customers and endusers.
- Enhanced overall system reliability by conducting thorough quality assurance tests and implementing appropriate corrective measures.
Sr. Principal Engineer, Lead
NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORPORATION
11.2016 - 12.2021
- Developed innovative solutions for complex technical challenges, resulting in improved product functionality.
- Evaluated emerging technologies for potential adoption within company operations; recommended suitable options based on analysis of organizational goals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of components and systems for optimal performance.
- Implemented best practices for documentation management, ensuring efficient knowledge transfer across teams and departments.
Founder & CEO
INVISIBLE IMAGING, INC.
10.2013 - 10.2017
- Developed breakthrough add-on device using angular polarization that attaches to a cinema projector and encodes invisible captioning into the video stream
- Product Function: Patrons in the audience wear glasses to enable captioning in their desired language
- The device enables multiple simultaneous images (i.e
- Closed captions) to be visible to individual theater patrons who wear glasses with no distortions or artifacts visible to anyone in the viewing audience without glasses
- Wrote the business plan, created the pitch deck, and work with partners to launch the company
- Interviewed candidates, lead the engineering team and patent attorney to file a utility patent titled “System and method for encoding selectively viewable data inserted into video media.”
Sr. Mechanical Engineer
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION
08.2009 - 03.2014
- Generated system concepts to satisfy product requirements.
- Evaluated final product's overall performance, reliability and safety.
- Coordinated with other departments such as procurement, logistics, and quality control to streamline interdepartmental communication and collaboration efforts effectively.
- Developed engineering solutions for complex technical problems, enhancing overall system performance and reliability.
- Designed custom mechanical solutions for unique client requirements, delivering tailored products that exceeded expectations and strengthened customer relationships.
Design Engineer
NATIONAL MACHINE/NATIONAL AVIATION
07.2007 - 08.2009
- Optimized existing designs, reducing production costs and enhancing overall performance.
- Streamlined the design process for increased efficiency by utilizing advanced CAD software tools.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of engineering designs into final products.
Education
Master of Science - Systems Engineering
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Baltimore, MD05.2016
Master of Science - Materials Science Engineering
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Tempe, AZ08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Tempe, AZ05.2007
Skills
- System testing
- Requirements analysis
- Performance optimization
- Hardware integration
- Systems modeling
- Technical leadership
- Systems architecture design
- Project management
- Root-cause analysis
- Systems analysis
- Requirements gathering
- Product development
Awards
Active Cleared DoD Secret Clearance, Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt; LM21 Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, 2012 Malcolm Baldrige Award Recipient, 2012 Program Corporate Excellence Award for Quality Recipient, ASME Geometric and Tolerancing (GD&T) Y14.5 Professional Certification, AS9100C RABQSA Lead Auditor Certified
Timeline
Principal Systems Engineer
RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
12.2021 - Current
Sr. Principal Engineer, Lead
NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORPORATION
11.2016 - 12.2021
Founder & CEO
INVISIBLE IMAGING, INC.
10.2013 - 10.2017
Sr. Mechanical Engineer
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION
08.2009 - 03.2014
Design Engineer
NATIONAL MACHINE/NATIONAL AVIATION
07.2007 - 08.2009
Master of Science - Systems Engineering
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Master of Science - Materials Science Engineering
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
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