Mackenzie Haydon
Westminster,CO
Summary
Systems Engineer with 3+ years of relevant experience skilled in leadership and training with a strong foundation in mathematics, algorithms, and programming logic. Developed Procedures for tool use and troubleshooting for a new team of operations and sustainment for a new system. Developed knowledge and technical knowhow in all levels of testing at a system level and implementation and analysis as software and system changes with over 80 subsystem requirements verified over the past year alongside an improved testing tool. Strong communication and teamwork skills in addition to an understanding of consumer care, documentation, software/systems testing/integration.
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mckh
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ground Systems Engineer
Lockheed Martin
06.2024 - Current
- Documented and developed multiple engineering procedures and processes.
- Implemented automated systems and scripts to improve accuracy and efficiency of engineering processes.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
- Handled scheduling tasks for team of 20+ engineers to ensure coverage and support for testing and training.
- Supported program testing milestones with many teams.
- Wrote Deficiency reports and collected logs to troubleshoot problems that occurred in real time during testing of the system in development.
- Created and managed universal bashrc and cshrc for the team as well as a central hub/webpage for the team to reach all tools and systems needed to perform duties.
Systems Engineer
Lockheed Martin
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed 80+ MATLAB scripts for use in internal tools to automate testing and L3 verification of subsystems requirements on tactical data.
- Worked in a Digital Twin Environment to analyze and update tactical code in radar search algorithms in accordance with system specifications.
- Worked with other team members to create a nightly automation of verification tool scripts(384) across a full set of tactical data(200+ datasets) for broader data analysis and higher fidelity when fully verifying subsystem requirements.
- Collaborated with the software development team for formal implementation of proposed changes to tactical software and verification of changes before submitting for formal review.
- Improved L1 results analysis tool to properly reflect testing differences across 3400+ logs.
- Ran tactical equipment and simulations to record system data performing analysis while running simulations and afterwards.
- Utilized DOORS, JIRA, and ClearQuest to validate and track status of requirements and collaborate with others on the team.
- Utilized Bitbucket and Git version control to give/receive feedback from team members on work and track scripts, overall tool health, and requirement progress.
- Collaborated across teams to coordinate testing and verification procedures both on tactical equipment and during data analysis.
- Coordinated meetings with the team and representatives from other companies.
Training Manager/Delivery Expert
Dominos Pizza
05.2013 - 05.2023
- Trained new team members on operations and standards for Domino’s and Franchise across 9 locations.
- Assisted in developing a training curriculum and setting up training booklets and Adobe learning hub.
- Experienced in Customer service and time management to ensure smooth daily operations.
Regression Tester
StrataMap
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Performed Regression testing on new versions before consumer release.
- Documented bug reproduction for the development team to reproduce and debug.
- Developed new test cases for added functionality and revised old test cases based on changes made in each release.
Teaching Assistant
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
08.2017 - 12.2019
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage teamwork and build a deeper understanding of the material.
- Encouraged students to practice good programming and debugging habits. Guided students in assignments to learn new material.
- Practiced paired programming with students to provide an environment of teamwork and a place for them to learn and teach others for a deeper understanding of programming fundamentals.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
Colorado School Of Mines
Golden, CO05-2022
Bachelors of Science - Computer Science and Mathematics
Regis University
Denver, CO05-2017
Skills
- Python/C/C
- JavaScript/HTML/CSS
- GIT/Bitbucket/Version Control
- Windows/iOS
- IBM Doors/ClearQuest
- Atlassian Tool Suite
- MATLAB
- RedHat Linux
- Root-cause analysis
- System testing
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- User Management
Certification
Currently hold active security Clearance with an Investigation date of 12/30/2024
Security+ as of 01/24/2025
Timeline
Ground Systems Engineer
Lockheed Martin
06.2024 - Current
Systems Engineer
Lockheed Martin
05.2023 - 06.2024
Regression Tester
StrataMap
03.2020 - 08.2020
Teaching Assistant
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
08.2017 - 12.2019
Training Manager/Delivery Expert
Dominos Pizza
05.2013 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Computer Science
Colorado School Of Mines
Bachelors of Science - Computer Science and Mathematics
Regis University