Daniela Maldonado
Ponce,PR
Summary
Highly driven Senior Test and Manufacturing Engineer with 10+ years of experience, including 8+ years in high-reliability manufacturing environments. Proven track record of leading process improvements, managing product transfers, and mentoring technical teams in testing, validation, and assembly operations. Expertise in ICT/Functional/ESS systems, PFMEA, Teradyne platforms, and AOI integration. Strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision-making skills. Seeking a Test Engineering Manager opportunity to further elevate engineering leadership and drive operational excellence in complex manufacturing environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Electronic Assembly Engineer
Collins Aerospace (an RTX Business)
04.2023 - Current
- Implemented process improvements to enhance assembly efficiency and reduce error rates.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve assembly-related issues.
- Trained new team members on assembly techniques and safety protocols for operational excellence.
- Facilitated communication between engineering and production teams to streamline workflow processes.
- Provided technical support to other engineers and staff as needed, troubleshooting complex issues related to designs or processes quickly and effectively.
- Lead continuous improvement projects using data-driven insights across SMT, packaging, and manual assembly lines.
- Conducted PFMEA initiatives to shift culture from reactive firefighting to proactive problem-solving, increasing yield and performance.
- Collaborate with test and manufacturing teams to identify process bottlenecks and implement cost-saving measures.
- Manage metrics and KPIs, ensuring alignment with operational and quality objectives.
Test and Validations Engineer II
Collins Aerospace (an RTX Business)
08.2018 - 04.2023
- Analyzed daily test data from ICT, Functional Test, and ESS, identifying trends and initiating corrective actions to maintain OTD and quality.
- Performed hands-on failure analysis to determine root causes in customer returns and internal failures.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on project execution, usage of equipment, testing specifications and technical problem-solving.
- Supported test equipment programming and optimization, including Teradyne Spectrum 8852/8862, TestStation UltraPin II, and Scorpion Flying Probe, including their maintenance and fixturing capacities.
- Acted as a key liaison between internal suppliers (welding, cleaning) and customers (3D AOI) to drive process enhancements.
- Contributed to QA and test team alignment by managing interdepartmental communications and data trend reporting.
- Analyzed performance data to identify areas for improvement in design and production processes.
Design Engineering Technician
Eaton Corporation
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Operated 3 types of testing equipment to evaluate product performance and compliance with specifications.
- Assisted engineers in troubleshooting and resolving design and manufacturing issues.
- Scheduled and coordinated weekly test activities across Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic sites.
- Supported the development and evaluation of miniature electronic and non-electronic circuit breakers in accordance with UL standards.
- Built knowledge in both validation testing and functional design understanding.
Education
Master of Science - Manufacturing Engineering
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
Hato Rey, PR06-2027
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
Hato Rey, PR 06-2014
Skills
- Test Engineering Leadership inside a team (ICT, Functional, ESS)
- Teradyne 8852, 8862, UltraPin II, Flying Probe Scorpion proficiency
- Mentor & Trainer for Engineering Talent
- PFMEA / Root Cause Analysis
- Inspection (AOI), SMT, Manual, and Packaging Assembly Processes
- Test Metrics, Data Analysis & Trend Identification
- Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing
- Internal Customer / Supplier Feedback Loops
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- AOI Integration, Debug (3D AOI, SPI) and Programming
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified Internal Auditor
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 4 people in the development of an AOI optimization plan to program components and spread the libraries across the production line.
- Resolved product issue through use of RRCA and generating a CAPA plan.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sr. Electronic Assembly Engineer
Collins Aerospace (an RTX Business)
04.2023 - Current
Test and Validations Engineer II
Collins Aerospace (an RTX Business)
08.2018 - 04.2023
Design Engineering Technician
Eaton Corporation
08.2016 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Manufacturing Engineering
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
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