Dalton Williams
Santee,CA
Summary
Competent Engineering professional with advanced security clearance offering foundation in engineering project management and design looking for new opportunities. History of success in working with engineers of all backgrounds as well as training new hires in order to have a competent and successful satellite control center and engineering work environment. Detail-oriented with strong knowledge of leadership and on-orbit as well as ground based testing and trouble shooting.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerospace Engineer - Critical Structures F/A - 18
NAVAIR
10.2022 - Current
- Project Manager: Accountable to complete F/A-18 teardown data collection and reporting for F/A-18C/D 10k, F/A-18E/F Vertical Stabilizers, and F/A-18C/D Vertical Stabilizer.
- Worked on updating as well as authoring and supporting various bulletins and technical documents in order to extend service life of F/A-18 platform (Ex. AYC-1953, AFB-870, AYB 1455 REV A, etc..).
- Brief status of teardowns to outside stakeholders (Program Management Air-265, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, etc.) at Technical Coordination Meetings (TCM) as well as in person site visits.
- Achieved timely project completion by setting clear objectives, managing resources effectively, and maintaining open communication channels with stakeholders.
Lead Satellite Control Engineer
Viasat Inc
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Support Early Development of Satellite Control Center for Geostationary Orbit (GEO) satellite fleet with a focus on command and control software.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of control systems into existing infrastructure.
- Develop training program for new satellite control engineers and successfully train and certify over a dozen new hires in satellite operations.
- Develop Ares scripts for various spacecraft subsystems (spacecraft electronics, flight dynamics, RF Autotrack, and others) for both standard and contingency operating procedures (SOPs/COPs). Communicate with Boeing Space for deliverables and ensure proper payload integration and execution.
RadSat Engineer
Senior Project - SDSU
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Senior design project focused on cubesat design to test radiation and unproven electronics to get non-proven TRL electronics to flight proven level. Collaborated with industry professionals at Space Micro and JPL to isolate specific problems related to entry level space exploration. Utilized STK software to research, design and test theoretical satellite test bed.
Project Lead
Switchblade - SDSU
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Lead 5 person senior design project team through design, fabrication, and testing foldable fixed wing drone to increase flight time efficiency and noise signature compared to current military technologies. Developed proprietary actuation device to allow wings to collapse and open freely.
- Streamlined project management processes by implementing Agile methodologies and improving team communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2020
Associate of Science - Computer Science
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA05.2017
Skills
- Software: Ares/STOL, Kratos EPOCH Software Suite, Notepad/ Python, Siemens NX, EXOSTAR (Boeing Database), JDRS, STK (Satellite Tool Kit), NLIGN
- Project Management Tools: MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, MS Project, WMS
- Special: Extensive Presentation Experience, Good Interpersonal Communications Skills, Quick Learner, Self-Starter
- Clearance: Top Secret
Additional Information
Willing to Travel: Yes
Willing to Relocate: Yes
Timeline
Aerospace Engineer - Critical Structures F/A - 18
NAVAIR
10.2022 - Current
Lead Satellite Control Engineer
Viasat Inc
12.2019 - 12.2021
RadSat Engineer
Senior Project - SDSU
08.2019 - 05.2020
Project Lead
Switchblade - SDSU
07.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
San Diego State University
Associate of Science - Computer Science
San Diego Mesa College
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