Iain Sims
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Motivated aerospace engineering student and Space Force Veteran seeking a position in space operations and engineering. With an academic foundation in engineering and hands-on experience gained during 4 years of military service, I am eager to continue developing my skills and knowledge in a field I am passionate about. Committed to gaining practical experience and contributing to the success of the organization. Diligent, friendly, and dedicated to launching my career while pursuing company goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
GPS NAVWAR Tactician
19th Space Operations Squadron
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2023 - Current
- GPS Tactical expert on constellation capability's and limitation's
- Tactical expert on the capability's and limitation's of red assets that could threaten the GPS constellation
- GTTac certified
- Trained on GIANT and STK
- able to read and synthesize data to make strategic recommendations
- Represented GPS in joint forces exercises
Satellite Operator for Fleet Sat UFO MUOS
Infinity Systems Engineering
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2023 - Current
- Worked on Fleet Sat UFO and MUOS with the 10 SOPS
- Analyzed satellite data to identify potential satellite anomalies
- Monitored satellite operations and prepared daily activity reports
- Performed troubleshooting on space and ground systems using technical manuals and schematics
- Safeguarded classified information including facility security, satellite crypto keys, and safes
GPS Subsystem's Analyst
2nd Space Operations Squadron
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Military GPS hardware expert
- Performed regular satellite maintenance
- 24/7 on-call troubleshooting satellite anomalies
- Led a 5-person team correcting technical content and clarifying instructions for GPS procedures
- Reviewed GPS logs for discrepancies and errors
- Developed engineering constraints for GPS modernization
- Coordinated with government, civilian, and military organizations for GPS modernization
- Advised outside organizations on engineering constraints for next generation GPS satellites
- Mentored three crew members
- Created GPS maintenance products using Powerpoint Word Adobe and Excel
- Awarded 2 SOPS Guardian of the Year (2022)
GPS Space Systems Operator
2nd Space Operations Squadron
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Planned and executed daily satellite commanding for 38 GPS satellites
- Performed daily uploads, data dumps, and configuration changes
- Monitored satellite and ground station telemetry looking for hardware and software issues
- Responded to and resolved 90 real time spacecraft anomalies
- Logged all events on crew in multiple systems and formats
- Interpreted technical manuals to accurately respond to real time situations
- Worked with analysts, engineers, technicians, and government agencies to respond to complex problems
- Flexibly responded to real world constraints managing satellite schedules and prioritizing satellite actions
- Received Crew of the Quarter award twice (Q1 2022 and Q2 2021)
Regular Volunteer
Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity
Colorado Springs, CO
09.2022 - Current
- Weekly volunteer time to Habitat for Humanity
- Helped construct 6 homes for veteran families in need
- Recruited and led 10-person volunteer group
- Formed strong community connections
Education
Some College (No Degree) - 21 Credit Hours in Mechanical Engineering
University of Alaska Anchorage
180-day Enlisted Undergraduate Space Training
Vandenberg SFB
180-day GPS Mission Qualification Training
Schriever SFB
- Associates: Space Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Skills
- Top secret clearance
- Advanced knowledge of SCN operations
- Experience with standard ground and space equipment
- Has worked well in high pressure environments
- Can learn and teach highly technical information
- Handling classified information and security procedures
- Experience troubleshooting technical hardware
- Eager to learn new skills and technologies
- Strategic problem solver
- Collaborates well with a team
Timeline
GPS NAVWAR Tactician
19th Space Operations Squadron
07.2023 - Current
Satellite Operator for Fleet Sat UFO MUOS
Infinity Systems Engineering
07.2023 - Current
Regular Volunteer
Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity
09.2022 - Current
GPS Subsystem's Analyst
2nd Space Operations Squadron
07.2022 - 07.2023
GPS Space Systems Operator
2nd Space Operations Squadron
07.2019 - 07.2022
Some College (No Degree) - 21 Credit Hours in Mechanical Engineering
University of Alaska Anchorage
180-day Enlisted Undergraduate Space Training
Vandenberg SFB
180-day GPS Mission Qualification Training
Schriever SFB
- Associates: Space Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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