OWEN CHANOVICH
Lathrop,CA
Summary
Professional vehicle operator with strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and punctuality. Skilled in software testing, leading missions, and adhering to operational rules and guidelines. Team player who adapts to changing needs and ensures reliable performance. Proven ability to achieve results and support team goals through effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
L5 Autonomous Vehicle Operator 2
Zoox & Manpower Group
08.2023 - Current
- Experienced with wide variety of test missions on the proprietary L5 autonomous vehicle platform.
- Logged over 340 unique issues and tasks using JIRA spanning several SW versions.
- Conducted daily basic vehicle preventative maintenance checks, services, and repairs.
- Ensured the readiness and cleanliness of vehicles, equipment, and the workplace.
- Assisted with paperwork and documentation related to vehicle readiness.
- TPM for experimental software development project NovaPilot
- Consistently exceeded expectations for professionalism during routine evaluations from both employers and MP reps.
- Developed strong communication skills through daily interactions with operators, engineers, and supervisors.
- Achieved TRC Level 2 (twice: CA, and OH) and ZL2
- Traveled to multiple offsite missions in Minnesota, Arizona, and Ohio and acted as a representative of the company and technology.
Software Tester, Rendering Team
EPIC Games
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Routinely tested, reported, escalated, investigated, and verified software bugs within Unreal Engine spanning multiple versions and hotfixes using JIRA, TestRail, Perforce, and other proprietary software.
- Developed working knowledge of complex Unreal Engine systems such as Nanite, Lumen, and Niagara.
- Tested across multiple platforms including Mac, consoles, and mobile.
- Mentored newer testers and assisted with several special projects, analyst tasks, and compatibility sweeps.
- Conducted comprehensive manual and automated testing for multiple software projects, ensuring high-quality releases.
- Stress tested security fixes and patches.
- Teamed on planned tests and time-sensitive ad hoc requests.
Data Entry Specialist
OfficeTeam & Checkpoint Software
02.2021 - 05.2021
Creative Director, Community Leader
Darkness Rises
01.2016 - 01.2019
Quality Assurance Supervisor - AVT3-QA
GM Cruise + Aerotek
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of QA activities, supporting effective communication between departments and facilitating process improvements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization.
- Oversaw onboarding and training of new employees to promote qualified and well-coordinated vehicle trainer team.
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular training, feedback, and guidance to Quality Assurance staff.
- Optimized workflows by regularly reviewing processes for inefficiencies or redundancies, implementing changes that improved overall productivity.
- Led regular meetings with staff to review performance metrics, address any concerns or challenges, and provide updates on organizational initiatives related to quality assurance.
Order Verification / Processing Specialist
Floormasters, Inc.
06.2015 - 09.2016
Data Entry Specialist & Receiving Admin.
Advanced Installation Services
08.2015 - 05.2016
Tax Preparer
Litwak & Associates
10.2014 - 04.2015
Data Entry Assistant
SJSU Graduate Research
10.2013 - 10.2014
Quality Assurance Tester
PsiNapse Technology, SEGA of America
10.2012 - 10.2012
3D Touch-up Artist & Quality Assurance Tester
Mindlance, APPLE Inc.
06.2012 - 09.2012
Quality Assurance Tester
WiredTalent, Pole to Win America & Namco Bandai
04.2011 - 03.2012
Game Writer, Community Manager, Designer
Cyra: Age of Dissonance
06.2006 - 01.2012
Transporter/Executive Assistant
Beyond the Sights
03.2011 - 08.2011
Education
Certified Tester, Foundation Level -
ASTQB
03.2023
Game Design
Vancouver Film School
2D/3D Art & Design
West Valley College
Branham High School
Skills
- Certified 100 WPM/10,000 KPH
- Defensive driving
- Vehicle systems
- Safe driving techniques
- Clean driving record
- Vehicle operations
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
L5 Autonomous Vehicle Operator 2
Zoox & Manpower Group
08.2023 - Current
Software Tester, Rendering Team
EPIC Games
11.2021 - 02.2023
Data Entry Specialist
OfficeTeam & Checkpoint Software
02.2021 - 05.2021
Quality Assurance Supervisor - AVT3-QA
GM Cruise + Aerotek
06.2017 - 08.2018
Creative Director, Community Leader
Darkness Rises
01.2016 - 01.2019
Data Entry Specialist & Receiving Admin.
Advanced Installation Services
08.2015 - 05.2016
Order Verification / Processing Specialist
Floormasters, Inc.
06.2015 - 09.2016
Tax Preparer
Litwak & Associates
10.2014 - 04.2015
Data Entry Assistant
SJSU Graduate Research
10.2013 - 10.2014
Quality Assurance Tester
PsiNapse Technology, SEGA of America
10.2012 - 10.2012
3D Touch-up Artist & Quality Assurance Tester
Mindlance, APPLE Inc.
06.2012 - 09.2012
Quality Assurance Tester
WiredTalent, Pole to Win America & Namco Bandai
04.2011 - 03.2012
Transporter/Executive Assistant
Beyond the Sights
03.2011 - 08.2011
Game Writer, Community Manager, Designer
Cyra: Age of Dissonance
06.2006 - 01.2012
2D/3D Art & Design
West Valley College
Certified Tester, Foundation Level -
ASTQB
Game Design
Vancouver Film School
Branham High School
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