Christopher Kien Huynh
Senior Principal Electrical Engineer
Rockwall,TX
Summary
With over 20 years of experience as a Systems Engineer, I have a proven track record in developing efficient manufacturing processes, implementing LEAN principles, and leading successful projects. My technical skills include CAD automation software development and process modeling. My biggest achievements include an automated assembly process that reduced assembly time by 25%, leading to significant savings.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Senior Principle Electrical Engineering 4
Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems
01.2018 - Current
- Led a team of engineers in the development for Triton program COT/FOSS
- Software configuration per requirements into sensors. Reducing assembly time by 25% and saving $100,000 annually
- Coordinate cross-functionally; Engineering, Functional Manufacturing, Production Operations, Production Control and Supply Chain Management.
- Supports sustainment and modernization efforts spanning the product lifecycle, including customer engagement, requirements, upgrade test racks software/hardware development & integration per new requirements, as system test & validation as well as deployment & maintenance.
- Work with manufacturers to deliver post and pre-flight. Working with shelter pilot development a new software system, reducing flight test T0 to T3 completion times by 10% Support Cost Account Managers (CAMs), Project Leads, Responsible Engineers (REs), and leadership for proposal development, cost planning, Supports varies program including field supports
- Engineering aspect supporting proposal, architect from designed and procedures, working with AVM and customer on schedule delivery
- Support internal and external program customer reviews
- Managing small engineering team within the IPT program budget.
Senior Principal Systems Integration Engineer
Lockheed Martin Corporation
09.2016 - 12.2018
- SIL Integration lab supports for flight software installation. Test and troubleshoot networking, switch configurations, routing, custom cabling, etc.
- Supported software test for domain controller configuration, ground systems, NetApp appliances, flight computers and mission computers.
- Generating formal engineering documentation (drawings, procedures, etc.)
- Hands-on testing and troubleshooting
- Assembly racks and installed rack equipment, in-house custom-built test harness, Ethernet cable CAT 5,6 with protective shielded.
- Specialized in the manufacture and designed of wire harnesses and assemblies, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Measured and accurately cut cables of various gauges to length. Build and tests.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve assembly issues efficiently.
- Coordinate with the Cyber Team for full scans.
- Hardware:
Principal Systems Integration Engineer 3
L3 Harris
01.2005 - 01.2016
- Supported RC-135, Test and evaluated to intercept and analyzed communication including voice, text and data communications.
- Test COMINT RF path collection to intercept and record communication record communication signals, data extract uplink and downlink information’s
- Tests over numerous frequencies bands and frequencies capturing accurate information analyze communication between FOE.
- ELINT and COMINT systems utilize sophisticated software to process and analyze intercepted signals, identifying patterns, features, and potential threats.
- Experience and troubleshoot RF radar high frequencies, from receiver, transmitter, filter Oscillator VCO in receiver circuitry, Band pass, high pass and low pass filters, test and troubleshoot Digital LRA modules, CW-PSK, Detector TOA, CSPA black box test and troubleshoot Ralston PPC module, ATM,1553B module, diagnostic fiber optic failures over temperature, troubleshoot down to components levels
- Familiar SIGINT / ELINT Supported LRA to LRU, COMINT RF collection systems involves how they work, and the types of information they provide, which is crucial for threat assessment, mission planning, and other military operations.
- Supported Incoming aircrafts performed functional tests and evaluated full functionality, input data for failure analysis documented failures
- Create test case and reports from LRU down to CCA components level hardware and software for modifications
- Develop a new process for test set each platform module, automation test for RF switches save 20% times tests
- Depot Lab. Test and Failure Analysis
- COMINT:
- RF Collection Systems:
- Signal analysis Software:
Education
Associates Degree in Electronics Technology - Minor in Automotive Technology
San Diego City College
Computer Information Systems & Network Security - BCIS
World College
Cleveland, Ohio01.2010
Bachelor of Electronics Engineering Technology - BSEET
World College
Cleveland, Ohio01.2008
L3 Communication training course - Advance of Digital Designed Received Course
01.2006
Skills
- Root cause Analysis
- R&D research and development
- Project scheduling
- Process Modeling
- Sensors configurations
- Automation software Developments
- Software Configuration
- LabVIEW
- Design and develop electrical prototypes
- Schematic capture
- PCB layout
- Testing
- System integration
- Manufacturing release
- Microprocessors
- Microcontrollers
- Altera
- XILINS FPGAs
- Quartus II
- Digital circuitry
- Analog circuitry
- Audio/video data compression
- Encryption
- Fiber optic-based networks
- Wireless networking
- Design validation
- Highly accelerated life testing
- Environmental qualification testing
- Technical documentation
- Engineering design changes
- Production productivity improvements
- Manufacturability
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved the communication radios' failure, which led to the radio trays' RF cable being installed incorrectly, correct position problem recovery
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Collaborated with a team of 10 in the development of Triton
- Achieved Triton 10-17 by completing with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved software loads Linux onto hardware
- Supervised a team of 10 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Affiliations
- Association for Computing Machinery
- Project Management Institute
- International Association of Administrative Professionals
- American Society of Safety Professionals
- National Association of Social Workers
Certification
- Certified Systems Engineer, L3Communication - 2005
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- Electronics and Circuit Building
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- Community Cleanup
- Auto Repair/Restoration
- Gardening
- Martial Arts
- Web Development and Design
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
Clearance
Active Clearance. TS/SSBI
Personal Information
Title: Senior Principal Electrical Engineer
Training
- IBM Doors
- LabVIEW
- Java
- HTML
- C
- C+
- ARDB
- Oracle
- Capital harness
- Team Center Data Base
- LTS- labor track system
- Experience with Agile tools, 2016-2020
- MS-Office and 2024 Office 365
- Team Center, SFM or SAP
- Experienced with creating Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOMs)
- Experience cost account management
- EVMS Earn valuable management Systems and BCR baseline change request
- Experience EVMS and Variance Analysis Report
Additional Information
CompTia RE-Cert 10/26/2026
Timeline
Senior Principle Electrical Engineering 4
Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems
01.2018 - Current
Senior Principal Systems Integration Engineer
Lockheed Martin Corporation
09.2016 - 12.2018
Principal Systems Integration Engineer 3
L3 Harris
01.2005 - 01.2016
Computer Information Systems & Network Security - BCIS
World College
Bachelor of Electronics Engineering Technology - BSEET
World College
L3 Communication training course - Advance of Digital Designed Received Course
Associates Degree in Electronics Technology - Minor in Automotive Technology
San Diego City College