Matthew Dyson
San Diego,CA
Summary
A passionate engineering student with a keen interest in climate change technology, power electronics, and energy systems. Served 6 years in the U.S. Navy as an electronic technician and specialized in: surveillance radars, power distribution systems, fluid cooling, waveguide technology, signal analysis, test equipment, and navigation systems. A dedicated trainer and leader who prioritizes team success, personnel training, and effective communication
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Feeding San Diego
San Diego , CA
09.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Participated in team-building exercises to strengthen relationships among volunteers.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
- Examined bread and bakery items for signs of mold or aging, bagged and placed on shelves by category to facilitate customer selection.
- Sorted and organized donations of canned goods, non-perishable food, and other items.
- Restocked shelves as needed during service hours.
Research Assistant
TeamNet: Cal Poly Humboldt
San Diego , CA
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with other professionals on research initiatives concerning global climate change.
- Conducted field studies focusing on assessing impacts of climate change on ecosystems.
- Conducted lab experiments to demonstrate environmental principles such as pollution, climate change, and habitat destruction.
- Prepared microscope slides using samples taken from coastal redwood trees.
Electronics Technician
U.S. Navy
San Diego, USA
04.2017 - 04.2023
- Interpreted engineering diagrams to successfully troubleshoot faults.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance to keep machinery running at optimal levels.
- Worked with: oscilloscopes, signal generators, multimeters, power meters, frequency counters, spectrum analyzers, and more.
- Maintained and inventoried GPETE (general purpose electronic test equipment) for an aircraft carrier, as well as ensured their calibration.
- Installed, tested, and maintained electronic systems, circuits boards, and power-related components.
- Facilitated the procurement of repair parts in accordance with organizational supply policies and practices.
- Trained junior technicians on troubleshooting procedures, casualty response, electrical safety, and equipment maintenance.
- Coordinated maintenance and tag-out evolutions.
Customer Service and Sales
Marshall's TJX, McDonald's, and Five Guys
Corona, USA
11.2014 - 03.2017
- Calculated charges, issued table checks, and collected payments from customers.
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items by providing detailed descriptions upon request.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Assisted with conducting merchandise stock counts and reported discrepancies to supervisor.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
- Provided product information and answered customer questions.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
- Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers, and enhance sales.
- Answered questions about current promotions and resolved issues according to store policies.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Vincennes University
Bremerton, WA05-2020
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Corona, CA06.2015
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
San Diego City College
San Diego, CASkills
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Test equipment operation
- Schematic interpretation
- Electrical systems
- Training program development
- Radar system expertise
- Power distribution
- Power system analysis
- Fluid dynamics
- Pressurized air systems
- RF signal analysis
Accomplishments
- 2x Recipient of the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal.
- Created and implemented an administrative process that was used to track over 750 pieces of test equipment on a U.S. Naval aircraft carrier. This contributed to a 96% readiness of usable equipment.
- Created standard operating procedures for an emissions control (EMCON) exercise which led to operators achieving the desired conditions in 6 minutes; with 15 minutes being the maximum allowed time.
- Discovered and corrected over 3,000 electronic system faults while serving onboard USS Carl Vinson.
- Tracked over 8,000 man hours of preventative maintenance as the radar work center supervisor.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer
Feeding San Diego
09.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
TeamNet: Cal Poly Humboldt
05.2024 - 08.2024
Electronics Technician
U.S. Navy
04.2017 - 04.2023
Customer Service and Sales
Marshall's TJX, McDonald's, and Five Guys
11.2014 - 03.2017
Associate of Science - General Studies
Vincennes University
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
San Diego City College
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