Jacob Kerley
Crossville,TN
Summary
Electronics professional with clear knowledge of principles and theories of electronics, mathematics and circuitry applicable to real-world problems, on-site conditions, and laboratory environments. Skilled in troubleshooting, diagnostics and failure analysis. Breaks down technical data and develops proactive, successful solutions to maintain operational production and safety.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Wideband Repair Technician
United States Marine Corps
Oceanside, CA
04.2022 - Current
- 4+ years of experience troubleshooting low/high-voltage control signals, military satellite and troposcatter communication gear, and feedback control equipment
- Identified and diagnosed malfunctioning electronic components, systems, and equipment
- Reviewed service manuals, schematics, and technical diagrams while troubleshooting to indicate the root cause of malfunctioning units
- Maintained and troubleshooted Programmable Logical Controller (PLC) programs ensuring uninterrupted functionality of critical systems; conducted system upgrades and integrations to ensure seamless compatibility, implemented security measures such as encryption algorithms and secure communication protocols, and ensured compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements
- Proficient with test equipment such as digital multimeters, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, etc.
- Familiar with AutoCAD while aiding our Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) section
- Experienced in leading testing procedures both independently and in a team environment
- Created detailed documentation for repairs, repair progress, inspections - including notes on product defects or malfunctions - and testing for equipment in logging database
- Basic networking configurations and communication protocols involving TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, RS-232, RS-485, etc.
- Performed LEAN A3 Problem Solving on the shortage of functional VSAT-Large communication systems in my battalion, and I mandated a full update of the software in all modems (approx. $39,000 per modem) as well as the re-imaging of laptops. VSAT-Large readiness went from 0% to nearly 75% in 6 weeks. With 6 modems per system costing approx. $230,000 at 12 total (VSAT-L) systems, I helped save around $2,808,000 for my battalion.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN05-2020
Some College (No Degree) - Mathematics
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN- Basic Electronics Course
USMC College of Distance Education And Training
Twentynine Palms, CA- Digital Wideband Repair/ Troposcatter Repair
USMC College of Distance Education And Training
Twentynine Palms, CA- LEAN Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Tri-County Career Academy
San Marcos, CASkills
- Component-level troubleshooting
- Soldering cables and components
- Hardware diagnostics
- Data collection and Technical Documentation
- Test equipment operation
- Initiative
- Leadership
- Flexibility/ Resilience
- Manage Task Priorities
- LEAN Six Sigma Methodologies
Clearances
- Security Clearance
Timeline
Digital Wideband Repair Technician
United States Marine Corps
04.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - General Studies
Roane State Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Mathematics
Tennessee Technological University
- Basic Electronics Course
USMC College of Distance Education And Training
- Digital Wideband Repair/ Troposcatter Repair
USMC College of Distance Education And Training
- LEAN Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Tri-County Career Academy