Franklin McGowan III
Loveland,CO
Summary
U.S. Air Force Veteran and TS/SCI cleared professional with hands-on experience in cybersecurity, network security, and systems maintenance. Skilled in vulnerability assessments, threat detection, incident response, and secure systems management. Strong technical background in communications, aerospace, and manufacturing with proven leadership, problem-solving, and cross-team collaboration. Currently pursuing B.S. in Computer Science and holder of Google Cybersecurity Certificate.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technician IV/Sr.
BAE Systems – Space and Mission Systems
01.2020 - Current
- Supported secure aerospace systems by fabricating and testing mission-critical electrical assemblies, ensuring compliance with strict security and quality standards.
- Conducted vulnerability identification in production processes, ensuring integrity and reliability of spaceflight hardware.
- Interpreted schematics and technical data to diagnose and resolve complex system issues.
- Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams to maintain compliance with safety and cybersecurity protocols.
Manufacturing Engineering Technician
Aleph Objects, Inc.
05.2017 - 01.2020
- Conducted system inspections, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis to ensure product reliability.
- Built and tested electrical assemblies and wiring harnesses; performed continuity and security checks using multimeters and test equipment.
- Created process documentation to improve compliance, consistency, and security of manufacturing practices.
Mechanical Technician
Aleph Objects, Inc.
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Applied Linux for system navigation and file management to support production operations.
Vehicles & Equipment Technician
United States Air Force
05.2014 - 01.2015
- Maintained and secured communications infrastructure supporting nuclear missile systems.
- Performed system hardening, wiring, and ESD-safe installations for secure communication environments.
- Troubleshot and repaired mission-critical equipment using multimeters, oscilloscopes, and electronic diagnostic tools.
- Managed $40M worth of communications and support equipment with zero mission failures.
Missile & Space Communications Technician
United States Air Force
01.2011 - 05.2014
- Maintained and secured communications infrastructure supporting nuclear missile systems.
- Performed system hardening, wiring, and ESD-safe installations for secure communication environments.
- Troubleshot and repaired mission-critical equipment using multimeters, oscilloscopes, and electronic diagnostic tools.
- Managed $40M worth of communications and support equipment with zero mission failures.
Education
B.S. - Computer Science
Colorado State University Global
06.2026
Certification - Cybersecurity
Google
06-2025
Skills
- Information Security
- Threat Analysis
- Incident Response
- Vulnerability Assessments
- Network & Systems Security
- Risk Management
- Security Controls
- Compliance (NIST, DoD)
- Access Control
- Security Monitoring
- SIEM Tools
- Firewalls/IDS/IPS
- Linux/Windows Systems
- Cable/Wire Harnessing
- Schematic Interpretation
- Secure Configurations
- Troubleshooting
- Strong Communication
- Leadership
- Attention to detail
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Google Cybersecurity Certificate – 2025-06
- TS/SCI Security Clearance – Active
Awards
BAE Systems Excellence Award (2023–2024), Technician Spotlight Award (2024), Best ICBM Wing (2012–2014) | Professional Team of the Quarter (2012), Outstanding Unit (2011–2012)
Timeline
Technician IV/Sr.
BAE Systems – Space and Mission Systems
01.2020 - Current
Manufacturing Engineering Technician
Aleph Objects, Inc.
05.2017 - 01.2020
Mechanical Technician
Aleph Objects, Inc.
01.2015 - 05.2017
Vehicles & Equipment Technician
United States Air Force
05.2014 - 01.2015
Missile & Space Communications Technician
United States Air Force
01.2011 - 05.2014
B.S. - Computer Science
Colorado State University Global
Certification - Cybersecurity
Google