Kaela Meyers
Raytheon
Copperas Cove,TX
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience
Results-driven Defense Engineering Professional with over 10 years in military and defense sectors, specializing in radar operations and program logistics. Managed multi-million dollar budgets and led cross-functional teams in field engineering for Patriot, THAAD, and LTAMDS systems. Skilled in Earned Value Management and Six Sigma methodologies.
Work History
Senior Field Engineer – LTAMDS
2 Years- Successfully obtained an estimated $3M in funding for the Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor (LTAMDS) program.
- Directed procurement operations for new facility infrastructure, achieving optimal resource allocation.
- Planned and implemented infrastructure modifications for specialized shelter, network, and power assets.
- Collaborated with external vendors to ensure timely delivery of logistical and technical assets, supporting program objectives.
- Partnered with the finance department to track program milestones, upcoming events, and actionable deliverables.
- Facilitated cross-functional technical, organizational, and transportation discussions with government defense programs.
- Negotiated pricing and delivery schedules with multiple vendors to align with program budgets and timelines.
Senior Field Engineer II – THAAD Battery Maintenance Lead
2 Years- Directed all technical maintenance operations for an AN/TPY-2 Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Radar system.
- Coordinated logistics and equipment movement for high-priority overseas flight test missions, ensuring timely and efficient operations.
- Cultivated relationships with multiple defense agencies to ensure mission readiness and support successful flight testing.
- Facilitated logistics and equipment movement for various high-priority overseas flight test missions.
- Maintained critical relationships with multiple defense agencies to ensure mission readiness and successful flight testing.
- Led site implementation, debris removal, and equipment emplacement while establishing RF Hazard and Keep-Out Zones (KOZs) to enhance operational safety.
- Demonstrated mastery of ALCS reporting for PMCS tasks, equipment faults, change orders, calibrations, and parts requests.
Field Engineer
11 Months- Operated and maintained AN/TPY-2 Radar system on-site, managing daily operations and calibrations to ensure system reliability.
- Served as the primary technical link for the military customer to maximize satisfaction and address urgent requests.
- Executed advanced Digital Simulation (DIGISIM) tasks and live operation troubleshooting procedures.
- Acted as the primary technical link for the military customer to maximize satisfaction and address urgent requests.
- Developed optimized tracking system for Quality Mission Plan (QMP) events, streamlining maintenance timelines and improving operational readiness.
Battery System Technician (BST) – Taiwan Technical Assistance
5 Months- Diagnosed and troubleshot every Major End Item (MEI) within the active Patriot battery.
- Authored technical reports on system status, part replacement cycles, and supply chain ordering to ensure operational readiness.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot all Major End Items (MEI) within active Patriot battery to maintain system functionality.
- Conducted maintenance and operational training for foreign military personnel to enhance their technical proficiency.
Certified Electro-Mechanic Technician (CEMT) – Taiwan Patriot SICO 2
1 Year 11 Months- Conducted repairs and technical inspections on major end items, ensuring operational readiness and reliability.
- Analyzed complex test data and monitored fault tracking loops to enhance localized logistics operations.
- Collaborated with U.S. Government to track and report program progression, contributing to effective program management.
- Partnered with the U.S. Government to monitor, track, and report overall program progression.
14H Forward Observer & Early Warning Operator / Maintainer
1 Year 7 Months- Executed operations and maintenance for Patriot Battery Battle Command Post in Japan and Fort Carson, ensuring mission readiness.
- Detected tracks, identified aircraft, and operated specialized tactical communication systems including TRITAC, MSE, and Link-11/16.
- Coordinated with Navy, Marine Corps, and Multi-National forces during complex joint evaluation drills to enhance collaborative defense strategies.
- Tracked and updated active battery training programs and administrative records to maintain compliance and improve training effectiveness.
- Provided direct leadership, mentorship, and technical training to lower-ranking and newly enlisted soldiers.
Education
- General Studies
Coursework in General Studies
High School Diploma
Skills
Radar systems expertise
Field service support
System integration
Technical software proficiency
Logistics management
Project management methodologies
Network management
Leadership and management
Technical reporting
Certification
- EVM Certification | Earned Value Management, 2022
- Certificate: AN/TPY-2 Radar Maintainer/Operator Course | Raytheon, 2017
- Certificate: R6 Sigma Specialist | Raytheon, 2016
- Certificate: Early Warning Operator and Maintainer | U.S. Army, 2011
Timeline
Senior Field Engineer – LTAMDS
Raytheon
10.2020 - 10.2022Read More
Senior Field Engineer II – THAAD Battery Maintenance Lead
Raytheon
01.2018 - 01.2020Read More
Field Engineer
Raytheon
02.2017 - 01.2018Read More
Battery System Technician (BST) – Taiwan Technical Assistance
Raytheon
09.2016 - 02.2017Read More
Certified Electro-Mechanic Technician (CEMT) – Taiwan Patriot SICO 2
Raytheon
10.2014 - 09.2016Read More
14H Forward Observer & Early Warning Operator / Maintainer
U.S. Army
11.2011 - 06.2013Read More
Bayfield High School
High School Diploma
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Fort Lewis College
from General Studies
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