John Caples
Commerce City,CO
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr Test Engineering Technician
Telspan Data
Centennial, CO
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted detailed evaluation of test results to identify and resolve issues.
- Performed troubleshooting on existing product designs to locate defects.
- Executed tests in accordance with established standards.
- Documented test processes, procedures, and results according to established guidelines.
- Maintained laboratory equipment used in testing operations.
- Assisted in developing test plans, strategies, and schedules for new products.
- Reviewed customer requirements documents to ensure accuracy of test procedures.
- Coordinated with engineering teams to develop solutions for complex problems encountered during testing phase.
Access Control Specialist
United States Space Force
Colorado Springs, CO
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Monitored, tracked and reported on access control system events such as lockouts or unauthorized entry attempts.
- Reviewed IDs and building credentials for workers and visitors.
- Maintained clean and organized gate area.
Sr Test Engineering Technician
L3Harris
Malabar, FL
10.2021 - 09.2023
- Performs automated testing on Processor/Switch modules for the F35 Fighter Jet program
- Conducted detailed evaluation of test results to identify and resolve issues.
- Performed troubleshooting on existing product designs to locate defects.
- Executed tests in accordance with established standards.
- Analyzed data from tests to determine compliance with specifications.
- Created reports summarizing test results and identified areas for improvement.
- Documented test processes, procedures, and results according to established guidelines.
Sr. Verification Engineering Technician
Leonardo DRS
Melbourne, FL
05.2017 - 09.2021
- Performed environmental testing on computer systems per MIL-STD 810G
- Assisted in the design, development and implementation of new engineering projects.
- Performed tests on prototype designs to evaluate product performance.
- Identified potential problems with existing designs and provided solutions.
- Analyzed data from testing activities to identify trends or patterns that could be used to improve design efficiency.
- Maintained detailed records of all engineering activities including test results, calculations and other relevant information.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts to achieve company goals.
- Assisted supervisor with assigning jobs to production personnel to meet production schedules.
- Ran operational tests on systems and equipment to reinforce proper processes and remedy malfunctions.
- Assisted in the development and testing of prototypes, recording results for further analysis.
Sr Systems Engineering Technician
Contec DTx
Melbourne, FL
04.2016 - 05.2017
- Worked with Systems Engineering team in designing custom computer systems
- Assisted in the design, development and implementation of new engineering projects.
- Performed tests on prototype designs to evaluate product performance.
- Identified potential problems with existing designs and provided solutions.
- Ran operational tests on systems and equipment to reinforce proper processes and remedy malfunctions.
Owner/Manager
Maximum Fitness Club
Melbourne, FL
04.2012 - 04.2016
- Oversaw all day-to-day operations for fitness center with over 1000 members and 20 employees
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
Tempest Engineering Technician
Hetra Secure Solutions
Palm Bay, FL
03.2006 - 04.2016
- Corroborated with Design, Mechanical and Electrical engineering in developing new Tempest certified products
- Assisted in the design, development and implementation of new engineering projects.
- Performed tests on prototype designs to evaluate product performance.
- Identified potential problems with existing designs and provided solutions.
- Collaborated with engineers to ensure accuracy in specifications, tolerances, safety requirements.
- Provided technical support during the installation of new equipment.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues related to production process flow.
- Maintained detailed records of all engineering activities including test results, calculations and other relevant information.
- Provided training on proper operation of machinery used in the production process.
- Entered and distributed work orders to other technicians.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments to streamline project completion.
- Implemented quality control procedures to maintain high standards in engineering projects.
- Assisted in the design and development of engineering projects, contributing technical expertise.
Education
Associate in Science (AS) in Computer Engineering -
Brevard Community College (Now EFSC)
Cocoa, FL05.2005
Associate in Science (AS) in Computer Programming -
Keiser College
Melbourne, FL05.2000
Skills
- Quality assurance processes
- Defect Tracking and Reporting
- Customer support experience
- Regression testing management
- System Integration Testing
- Documentation Management
- Problem-Solving
- Root Cause Analysis
- Test and Evaluation (T&E)
- Auditing procedures
- Test Documentation
- Design Verification
- Regression Testing
- Stress testing
Certification
- Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), 06/01/16, Present
- Windows 10 Pre-Installation Environment, 06/01/16, Present
Additionalinformation - Securityclearance
Active Secret Security Clearance
Timeline
Sr Test Engineering Technician
Telspan Data
01.2024 - Current
Access Control Specialist
United States Space Force
10.2023 - 12.2023
Sr Test Engineering Technician
L3Harris
10.2021 - 09.2023
Sr. Verification Engineering Technician
Leonardo DRS
05.2017 - 09.2021
Sr Systems Engineering Technician
Contec DTx
04.2016 - 05.2017
Owner/Manager
Maximum Fitness Club
04.2012 - 04.2016
Tempest Engineering Technician
Hetra Secure Solutions
03.2006 - 04.2016
- Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), 06/01/16, Present
- Windows 10 Pre-Installation Environment, 06/01/16, Present
Associate in Science (AS) in Computer Engineering -
Brevard Community College (Now EFSC)
Associate in Science (AS) in Computer Programming -
Keiser College