Sage Rupp
Saint Peters ,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented Laser and Optics Technician with military background. Ability to handle projects alone and collaboratively with a high degree of work ethic. Successful at manufacturing, lensing, testing, troubleshooting and providing technical documentation on multiple laser diode array products. Established United States Army National Guard career with strong understanding of leadership and task attentiveness.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Laser Technician I
Northrop Grumman Cutting Edge Optronics
06.2023 - Current
- Assembled multiple variations of laser diode arrays.
- Applied lenses to laser diode arrays by hand.
- Gathered near-field and far-field data for laser diode array images.
- Compiled data and technical writing into spreadsheets for easily accessible information for each individual diode array built and tested.
- Aligned and maintained optical laser setups in a clean room environment utilizing mirrors, lenses and other optical devices.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
Infantryman (Sergeant/E-5)
Iowa Army National Guard
01.2018 - Current
- Proactively addressed potential issues by conducting thorough risk assessments before initiating any task or operation.
- Developed tactical plans for successful mission execution in various environments and situations.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance.
- Enhanced team efficiency by conducting regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Communicated effectively with superiors and subordinates alike, facilitating smooth execution of orders during high-stress situations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Laser And Optics Technology
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA05.2023
Associates Of Arts -
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA12.2022
Skills
- Understanding of building and reading SOLIDWORKS models and schematics
- Technical documentation and procedure writing using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to align visible and invisible light sources using mirrors, lenses and other optical devices
- Knowledge in laser safety and preventative practices using beam dumps, laser safety goggles, beam shields, laser curtains, electrical and chiller interlocks, LOTO, MPE
- Experience in building, lensing, testing, spec documentation, troubleshooting and shipping laser diode arrays
- Involvement in using power-supplys, E-Drives, multimeters, O-Scopes and chillers to operate/test laser diode arrays
Timeline
Laser Technician I
Northrop Grumman Cutting Edge Optronics
06.2023 - Current
Infantryman (Sergeant/E-5)
Iowa Army National Guard
01.2018 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Laser And Optics Technology
Indian Hills Community College
Associates Of Arts -
Indian Hills Community College
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