Ken Gross
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Accomplished Senior Industrial Laser Applications Engineer with a proven track record at NLIGHT, enhancing product performance and customer satisfaction through expert applications development and comprehensive testing. Adept in laser and lab safety, and excelling in customer support, I've driven projects to success while fostering team collaboration. Achieved E-6 in the U.S. Navy in only 6 years, underscoring my dedication and problem-solving skills. Have 20 patents issued to my name relating to laser systems and laser applications/techniques.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Industrial Laser Applications Engineer
NLIGHT
09.2011 - Current
- Managed project timelines and resources effectively, ensuring timely delivery of test results to customers using lasers from picosecond pulse width to CW multi-kilowatt industrial.
- Conducted comprehensive applications testing to identify areas for improvement and ensure optimal performance to new and existing laser products.
- Presented results of applications work to current and prospective customers through individual discussions or at tradeshows and conferences.
- Enhanced company capabilities through independent testing and developing new in-house technologies and techniques.
Service Technician
United Industrial Equipment
06.2006 - 08.2009
- On-site expert of equipment including pressure washers, air compressors, water reclamation and treatment systems.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
Navy Nuclear Machinist Mate Submarines
U.S. Navy Active Duty
06.2000 - 05.2006
- Maintained peak performance of nuclear submarine machinery with consistent preventive maintenance and repairs.
- Coordinated repair schedules and calibration routines for thousands of individual components related to operation and repair of nuclear reactor and steam plant.
- Qualified Quality Assurance inspector, maintaining and enforcing standards for reactor and steam plant cleanliness, subsafe systems, and advanced maintenance items critical to submarine operations.
- Achieved pay grade of E-6 before leaving military service in only 6 years.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Physics
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06-2012
Bachelor of Science - Applied Physics
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06-2011
Skills
- Laser and lab safety
- Customer support
- Data analysis
- Product testing and validation
- Training and mentoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Quality standards
- Applications development
- Self motivation
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Senior Industrial Laser Applications Engineer
NLIGHT
09.2011 - Current
Service Technician
United Industrial Equipment
06.2006 - 08.2009
Navy Nuclear Machinist Mate Submarines
U.S. Navy Active Duty
06.2000 - 05.2006
Master of Science - Applied Physics
University of Oregon
Bachelor of Science - Applied Physics
University of Oregon
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