Audio Engineering (Logic)
Manuel Peña
Engineering Technician/ Applications Engineer
Pflugerville,TX
Summary
Personable, knowledgeable, dependable and driven associate who is highly skilled and possesses the ability to learn quickly and adapt to new environments. Outstanding leader with a military background ready to bring attention to detail and a strong work ethic to the role. The sum of these credentials produce an excellent candidate for a supervisory role.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Engineering Technician/Applications Engineer
Graftek Imaging
Austin, TX
06.2017 - 02.2024
- Carry out research, development and production for machine vision systems from conceptual drawings, to building and refining prototypes as well as assembly and shipping of production ready machines
- Conduct rigorous testing of hardware and software to identify issues, write up reports with findings and potential fixes
- Self taught and proficient in using and maintaining wide array of mechanical and electrical tools
- Entrusted to be sole operator of multiple disciplines vital to companies production and conducted quality control.
Airborne Sensor Operator
US Navy
08.2009 - 08.2015
- Expert analyst of underwater acoustics with top-level operating skills and extensive knowledge of sonar systems.
- Onboard P-3C Orion performed patrol reconnaissance, Anti Submarine Warfare and SAR missions in 4th, 5th and 6th Fleet over the course of three deployments accruing over 2000 inflight hours.
- Additional ground positions held; Future Operations Writer, Operations Schedule Writer, Logs and Records Lead Petty Officer, Acoustic Track Manager, Assistant Lead Petty Officer of Aircrew Division
- Previously held and can reattain a Top Secret SCI clearance
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI 08.2014 - 05.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Naval Aircrew Warfare Specialist
US Navy
United States 08.2009 - 08.2015
Skills
Exceptional problem solving skills With years of prototyping experience can identify and remedy issues in a quick decisive manner
Highly organized Ethos is that a clean workspace along with excellent time management skills aid in efficiency and quality especially when managing multiple projects
Jack of all trades Self taught craftsman that is at home in a machine shop with a thorough background in utilizing and maintaining a vast array of tools over multiple disciplines
Adaptable and Dependable A reliable fast learner who can be entrusted to lead a team or spearhead projects unaccompanied
Software
Video Production (Final Cut)
Graphic Design (Procreate)
Timeline
Engineering Technician/Applications Engineer
Graftek Imaging
06.2017 - 02.2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Hawaii Pacific University
08.2014 - 05.2016
Airborne Sensor Operator
US Navy
08.2009 - 08.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Naval Aircrew Warfare Specialist
US Navy
08.2009 - 08.2015