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Christian Hughes

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Dynamic Associate Engineer at Northrop Grumman Corporation with expertise in electronic system design integration and RF transmission line analysis. Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and deliver innovative solutions. Strong problem analysis and collaboration skills, complemented by hands-on experience in harness design and electrical integration, ensuring mission success in high-stakes aerospace projects.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Engineer Electronics – Electronic System Design Integration

NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORPORATION
Redondo Beach, CA
07.2022 - Current
  • Appointed new RDE of the SDA T1TL Program Access Database and Electrical Interface Data Library requirements for the assigned program.
  • Designated as RSE/RDE for PTS In-Band / Out-Of-Band CMD&TLM Development and Support: Cal Curves, Connectivity, Signal/Data Types confirmation, Unit to Payload/Bus Communication Efforts, WSCE-T Program Integration experimental effort, Thermistor and Thermal Evaluations, VDA, In-Rush Current Calculations, Wavelength spectrum evaluation.
  • Mission OPS Mission Assurance Default + Contingency Procedure Development using NGC PCOS CMD & TLM Building Software.
  • Electrical design of parts, assemblies, subsystems, and complete systems, including drafting/review/revision/release of engineering drawings, selection of components and materials.
  • CHE Designation for NGP Program: PCWO Lab Procurement, CHE Design reviews and Trade Studies, Test + Flight Harness Lab procurement and completion. Access Database full functionality and management. Support engineering teams with the digital formatting and release of engineering documentation. Studies basic design concepts and criteria for more complex problems.
  • NGP SOLAR ARRAY Lab: Solar cell Annealing and Radiation research studies, Test station development and modifications, AC to DC power supply conversion. Silicon and Copper Solar Cell manufacturing trade studies, AM0 Light Spectrum creation and research. Experience with lab test equipment such as function generator, oscilloscope, multi-meter, spectrum analyzers.
  • Assist in establishing harness/cable routing and segmentation.
  • Coordination and management of multi-disciplinary aspects of product design, including cabling, interconnects, power, and electromagnetic interference.
  • Define and document electrical interconnects through coordination with system, subsystem, and unit engineers.
  • Prepare and present harness subsystem design, architecture and implementation plans at various design team meetings.
  • Developmental NGC Skills / Traits.
  • Applies electrical engineering principles to adapt or improve upon heritage features from previous successful designs of a similar nature.
  • Electromagnetic modeling background employing commercial tools, such as HFSS, Clarity, or CST.
  • Programming experience with Cadence SKILL or Python.
  • Commitment to Quality and customer service.
  • Willingness to work cooperatively in a team.
  • Experience fostering and leading in a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work across multiple projects and follow through to completion.
  • Relevant experience in aerospace industry, with design experience in antenna apertures and passive RF components.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop product designs independently, and verify those designs through prototype fabrication and testing.
  • Project Leadership.
  • Proficient in MS Office suite including Microsoft Project.
  • Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.
  • Working experience with the test and measurement of antenna and RF passive components, utilizing Orbit FR 959 far field and scanning range test equipment such as a vector network analyzer (VNA).
  • High Power RF component design, Waveguide and Coaxial.
  • Broad band component design.
  • Experience with HFSS.
  • Understanding of aluminum dip-braze process and its implication for design.
  • Understanding of geometric tolerance.
  • Ability to use Solid Works.
  • Familiarity with MRP systems.
  • General AS9100 quality system requirements.
  • Design and develop wiring harness/cable assembly installations into air vehicles for multiple aerospace programs using MIL-STDs and approved NGC commercial practices as a guide.
  • Working independently under general supervision and as part of a large multi-disciplined team.
  • Collaborate with inter-departmental vehicle sub-system departments including aircraft structure, equipment installation, hydraulics, environmental control systems, and manufacturing teams.
  • Facilitating design reviews with key stakeholders to ensure designs meet requirements.
  • Attending internal program, customer and/or supplier technical exchange meetings and/or formal program milestone reviews to provide and/or obtain progress status updates.
  • Thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.
  • Ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period, as determined by the company.
  • Experience in a 3D design tool such as NX, Catia V5, or ProE, Auto Cad.
  • Perform design and development of analog circuits, digital circuits, microcontrollers, FPGAs, equipment racks, circuit board assemblies, cable assemblies, and test equipment.
  • Research, design, develop, and test a variety of RF circuits including amplifiers, filters, mixers, up and down converters, and modulators/demodulators, solar array cells.
  • Access, interpret, and recommend changes to engineering drawings.
  • Interact with other team members and software group to determine interfaces and operating characteristics.
  • Develop specifications for, and perform selection of, components for use in electrical equipment.

Undergrad Electrical Intern - Physical Science Laboratories in Energy Storage Technology

THE AEROSPACE CORPORATION
El Segundo, CA
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Worked with a team of engineers on the development of advanced energy storage technologies and systems, including low-cost battery technologies, energy storage system safety and reliability, power electronics and power conversion systems, and computational and analytical tools for efficient energy storage utilization in the electricity grid.

Undergrad Electrical Technical Intern IV - Battery Evaluation

THE AEROSPACE CORPORATION
El Segundo, CA
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Supported test activities in the Battery Evaluation Laboratory with hardware and software.
  • Assisted in the configuration of computer-based laboratory test stations.
  • Assisted project managers with the design, integration, and assembly of hardware components for battery test systems.
  • Helped maintain active test stations and data bases and assisted in the analysis of test data.
  • Participated with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research and technical programs with academic collaboration partners.
  • Applied standard techniques and procedures to carry out series of prescribed scientific engineering tasks.

Undergrad Electrical Intern – Battery Evaluation

THE AEROSPACE CORPORATION
El Segundo, CA
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Provided hardware and software support for test operations.
  • Assisted in the setup of computer-based laboratory test stations.
  • Electronic Test System (Test Set) design, development, test, and post-delivery support.
  • Check completed layouts and drawings for clarity, completeness, conformity to standards, procedures, specifications, and accuracy of calculations and dimensioning.
  • PCB/CCA design, development, test, and integration.
  • Develop and present design reviews for internal and external customers.
  • Support for project leads in the construction, integration and assembly of hardware components for battery test systems.
  • Assisted in the analysis of test results and assisting in the maintenance of active test stations and data bases.
  • Participated in ongoing research and technological programs with academic partnership partners as part of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Performed a range of scientific and engineering activities using conventional methods and processes.
  • Interface with other cross-functional groups, customers, and vendors.
  • Create a culture of trust.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY
Grambling, LA
05.2022

Skills

  • Collaboration
  • Problem analysis
  • Special Access Program (SAP) clearance
  • Task prioritization
  • Independent work
  • Fast-paced team environment
  • Customer site travel support
  • Design and test experience
  • RF transmission line analysis
  • Space Electrical System Level Testing
  • Vehicle engineering
  • Electronic hardware knowledge
  • Electro-mechanical devices knowledge
  • Control and data acquisition software knowledge
  • Electrical integration and testing
  • Test automation applications
  • Data analysis tools
  • Harness design software
  • Numerical data analysis
  • Written communication
  • Verbal communication
  • Leadership skills
  • Product design knowledge
  • Network communication integration
  • Power design and distribution
  • Interconnect diagrams
  • Wire harness/cable design

Software

  • Python 3
  • C/C++
  • Java Script
  • Matlab
  • Lab View
  • MS Office
  • AutoCAD
  • Adobe
  • Outlook
  • Internet Explorer

Operating Systems

  • Apple Macintosh
  • OSX
  • Microsoft Office Windows/M365
  • MacOS
  • IOS

Instruments

  • Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)
  • X-Ray Diffraction (XRD)
  • SQUID Magnetometer
  • Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
  • Differential Thermal Analysis (DTA)

Clearance

  • Active DoD Secret Clearance
  • Interim Top-Secret Clearance

Phone

mobile, (323) 652-1276

Timeline

Associate Engineer Electronics – Electronic System Design Integration

NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORPORATION
07.2022 - Current

Undergrad Electrical Intern - Physical Science Laboratories in Energy Storage Technology

THE AEROSPACE CORPORATION
06.2021 - 08.2021

Undergrad Electrical Technical Intern IV - Battery Evaluation

THE AEROSPACE CORPORATION
06.2020 - 08.2020

Undergrad Electrical Intern – Battery Evaluation

THE AEROSPACE CORPORATION
05.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY

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