OMMER BRUCE, II
San Jose,CA
Summary
Possess three years experience managing a technical publications department. Possess a combined 18 years supervising a second- and third-level documentation group and power/propulsion documentation group. As a cost account manager (CAM) for 19 years, planned and reported status using the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). Possess 30+ years experience as a technical writer developing operation and maintenance manuals, software user’s guides, and system/product specifications for complex digital and mechanical equipment, and software processes. Possess five years experience in the United States Marine Corps (USMC) as an avionics technician repairing electronic (digital and analog) and electromechanical equipment to component level.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
SABBATICAL-CAREER BREAK
HOME
08.2022 - Current
- Expanded my mind by taking many consciousness expanding courses.
- Developed strong meditation skills which will allow better focus on the job
- Gained a better understanding of myself and what motivates me.
- Learned a lot more of what motivates and drives others and their behavior.
STAFF PUBLICATIONS ANALYST
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems-Marine Systems
06.2015 - 07.2022
- Lead writer for various technical manuals produced to support the Power and Propulsion Generation (PPG) business unit
- As CAM, managing budgets and documentation projects totaling over $5.6 million
- Planning projects using IMS/Microsoft Project
- Reporting status using EVMS and IMS
- Representing Technical Publications during customer program reviews
- Using Arbortext Editor and Adobe Acrobat /Illustrator/Photoshop to create documentation
- Also using Siemens NX and PTC Creo CAD software to extract art from models
- Final products are submitted to the customer in Standard Generalized Markup Language (SGML) format as source input
- Customer produces the final Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs)
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
- Liaised with management and other departments to maintain smooth operations.
TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS MANAGER
Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems-Marine Systems
12.2012 - 06.2015
- Managed large documentation products covering nuclear submarine missile handling equipment for the Strategic Systems Programs branch of the Navy and turbine generator documentation products for Newport News and Electric Boat customers
- Managed various budgets for documentation totaling over $2 million per year
- Planned and provided status on projects via EVMS/IMS
- Represented Technical Publications for U.S./UK Technical Exchanges and various visibility meetings and customer program reviews
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
LEAD ENGINEERING WRITER
Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems-Marine Systems
03.2003 - 12.2012
- Supervised the ALDP, SSGN and D5 2nd/3rd Level Repair documentation group
- Represented Technical Publications for U.S./UK Technical Exchanges and various Visibility Meetings and Program Reviews
- Wrote both operation and maintenance manuals using Interleaf 6, Arbortext (Epic Editor), Vulcan, and Adobe Acrobat
- Was CAM on various SPALT projects and planned/reported status via EVMS/IMS
- Documentation covers operation and maintenance of submarine tactical missile handling equipment, Multiple All-Up-Round Canisters (MACs), and associated support equipment
- Responsible for cost accounts associated with multiple programs
SR. CONTRACT ENGINEERING WRITER
Northrop Grumman Marine Systems
03.2001 - 03.2003
- Worked as a consultant updating Navy missile handling equipment maintenance manuals using Interleaf 6 and Adobe Acrobat
- Documents were stored on the Interleaf Relational Document Manager (RDM) system
SELF EMPLOYED
03.1999 - 03.2001
- Managed personal finances on the open market
SPECIFICATIONS ENGINEER (Formerly TECHNICAL MANUALS SPECIALIST)
GenCorp Aerojet Electronic Systems Division
10.1988 - 02.1999
- Wrote operation and maintenance manuals, user’s guides, positional handbooks, system and product specifications, and various reports covering satellite sensors and satellite ground stations for various customers (mainly military)
- Manuals were written at the system and subsystem levels
- Used Microsoft Word 97, WordPerfect, Visio, Freehand, Canvas, Interleaf, FrameMaker, Xerox GlobalView, Acrobat, and Microsoft FrontPage
- Source material for document content included engineering drawings, notes, and consultations
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
Education
B.B.A. - Computers & Business
National University
A.A. - Computer Science/Math
Montgomery College
Electronics classes
Military-Navy/Marine Corps Schools
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Adept at Arbortext Editor and creating docs-as-code (SGML/XML)
- Proficient using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Able to Extract art from CAD models like Siemans NX/PTC Creo
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Computer skills (MS Office)
Military History
Received three meritorious promotions due to outstanding performance of duties assigned,
Timeline
SABBATICAL-CAREER BREAK
HOME
08.2022 - Current
STAFF PUBLICATIONS ANALYST
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems-Marine Systems
06.2015 - 07.2022
TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS MANAGER
Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems-Marine Systems
12.2012 - 06.2015
LEAD ENGINEERING WRITER
Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems-Marine Systems
03.2003 - 12.2012
SR. CONTRACT ENGINEERING WRITER
Northrop Grumman Marine Systems
03.2001 - 03.2003
SELF EMPLOYED
03.1999 - 03.2001
SPECIFICATIONS ENGINEER (Formerly TECHNICAL MANUALS SPECIALIST)
GenCorp Aerojet Electronic Systems Division
10.1988 - 02.1999
A.A. - Computer Science/Math
Montgomery College
B.B.A. - Computers & Business
National University
Electronics classes
Military-Navy/Marine Corps Schools
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