Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Security Clearance
Accomplishments
Timeline
ProjectManager

Stephen Gerald Baker

Software Quality Assurance
Harvest,AL

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Management Team Lead

CALIBRE
Redstone Arsenal
03.2023 - Current
  • Lead QA operations for the LDAC portfolio, overseeing a team of 4 testers responsible for Functional, Integration, and Regression testing across 17 mission-critical web applications.
  • Drive quality strategy and execution, ensuring timely and accurate validation of software releases in alignment with Army standards and contract deliverables.
  • Champion the adoption of modern QA tools and practices, guiding the team in the use of Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Git, Visual Studio Code, and CLI environments.
  • Architect and implement a robust automated testing framework using Selenium IDE:
  • Established standardized processes for script development and maintenance.
  • Directed the creation of 8,700+ lines of automation code, covering 1,200+ UI components.
  • Led the integration of automated scripts into LDAC’s Java repositories:
  • Trained manual testers in Java fundamentals and repository workflows.
  • Enabled seamless collaboration using Jira, Bitbucket, Git, and command-line tools.
  • Authored comprehensive documentation to ensure consistency, scalability, and knowledge transfer across QA efforts.
  • Manage test automation roadmaps using Jira Advanced Roadmaps, aligning future initiatives with organizational goals and resource planning.

Project Manager

CALIBRE
Redstone Arsenal
03.2023 - Current
  • Serve as the primary point of contact and project lead for the LDAC Information Technology Services (LITeS) contract, managing CALIBRE personnel and ensuring alignment with IBM leadership.
  • Provide direct supervision and support to CALIBRE staff, fostering collaboration and accountability across all project phases.
  • Maintain consistent and effective communication with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project transparency and alignment.
  • Utilize CALIBRE’s CMMI Level III-compliant project management portal to monitor contract compliance, document deliverables, and track performance metrics.
  • Actively manage project scope, schedule, and resources using a combination of the portal and a detailed project management workbook.
  • Oversee monthly invoicing and purchase order updates, ensuring financial accuracy and timely reporting.
  • Maintain and update workforce workbooks with current charge codes, labor categories, and funded hours; analyze fee progress and provide regular reporting to leadership.

Business Analyst & SCRUM Master

CALIBRE
Redstone Arsenal
01.2019 - 03.2023
  • Led dual roles as Business Analyst and SCRUM Master for a development team focused on reducing the Oracle database footprint for the U.S. Army Logistics Data Analysis Center (LDAC).
  • Facilitated Agile ceremonies and managed SCRUM boards in Atlassian Jira, configuring filters and workflows to optimize team visibility and productivity.
  • Authored detailed User Stories and Acceptance Criteria using the Given-When-Then format to ensure clarity and alignment with government customer expectations.
  • Collaborated directly with government stakeholders to validate requirements and secure approvals for development efforts.
  • Documented legacy tool functionality and translated it into actionable stories for complete code rewrites during modernization initiatives.
  • Conducted data analysis to identify and eliminate unused Oracle schemas, contributing to significant reductions in redundant data.
  • Co-managed two development teams for six months in the absence of a Project Lead, maintaining delivery timelines and quality standards.
  • Partnered with the Project Lead to continuously improve Agile practices and enhance the effectiveness of backlog grooming and sprint planning.

Data Architect IV & SCRUM Master

CALIBRE
Redstone Arsenal
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Served as both Data Architect and SCRUM Master for the LDAC Information Technology Services (LITeS) contract, supporting U.S. Army logistics modernization efforts.
  • Maintained and enhanced JavaScript scripts within Enterprise Architect to support complex modeling tasks.
  • Developed new scripts to facilitate the convergence of Logistics Support Activity (LOGSA) data with Army Enterprise Systems Integration Program (AESIP), enabling improved data integration and interoperability.
  • Created detailed data flow models illustrating the movement of information from various sources into LOGSA databases, supporting strategic data consolidation initiatives.
  • Designed diagrams to visualize database dependencies across logistics tools, aiding in the identification and consolidation of redundant database instances.
  • Facilitated Agile ceremonies and served as SCRUM Master for the development team, ensuring consistent delivery and alignment with project goals.

Data Architect IV

CALIBRE
Redstone Arsenal
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Served as Data Architect for the U.S. Army Logistics Data Analysis Center (LDAC) under the LITeS contract, supporting enterprise-level data modeling and modernization efforts.
  • Developed object-oriented JavaScript tools within Enterprise Architect to automate repetitive modeling tasks, significantly improving efficiency and accuracy.
  • Designed class and sequence diagrams to document Data Vault-specific objects and their processing methods, enabling standardized modeling practices and script-driven automation.
  • Engineered scripts to:
  • Automatically add required attributes and methods to Data Vault tables.
  • Validate models for correctness and compliance with established standards.
  • Apply standard abbreviations to logical names for consistent physical attribute naming.
  • Automate data mapping from raw tables to Data Vault structures—reducing manual effort from several days to under 10 minutes.
  • Recognized as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Enterprise Architect automation, driving innovation and consistency in data modeling practices.

Data Architect III

CALIBRE
Redstone Arsenal
04.2014 - 12.2014
  • Served as Data Architect for the U.S. Army Logistics Data Analysis Center (LDAC) under the LITeS contract, supporting enterprise data warehouse modernization efforts.
  • Designed and developed Data Vault models using UML2 in Sparx Enterprise Architect, aligned with DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) 2.02 standards to ensure scalability, flexibility, and compliance.
  • Engineered VBScript-based automation tools to streamline modeling processes within Enterprise Architect, enhancing consistency and reducing manual effort.
  • Created class and sequence diagrams to document Data Vault object behavior and script operations, enabling automated:
  • Attribute and method generation for Data Vault tables.
  • Model validation against established standards.
  • Logical-to-physical name transformation using standardized abbreviations.
  • Data mapping from raw sources to Data Vault structures—reducing manual mapping time from days to under 10 minutes.
  • Utilized Atlassian JIRA for workflow and bug tracking, Confluence for documentation, Jama Contour for requirements management, and Apache Subversion for version control.
  • Recognized as a Subject Matter Expert in Enterprise Architect automation, driving innovation and efficiency in data modeling practices.

Program Analyst

CALIBRE
Redstone Arsenal
10.2012 - 03.2014
  • Provided functional analysis support to the Logistics Support Activity for the Logistics Information Warehouse (LIW) integration effort.
  • Developed Logistics Information Warehouse-Integrated (LIW-I) Business Requirements within the Logistics Support Activity (LOGSA) Software Engineering Process (SEP) Lifecycle framework.
  • Conducted extensive research of authoritative sources to ensure data integrity.
  • Responsible for planning the development of LIW applications.
  • Perform functional analysis of logistics system databases.
  • Provide functional area assistance to LOGSA staff, developers, and customers in the areas of Standard Army Maintenance Systems-Enhanced.
  • Assisted in identifying functional maintenance requirements across Army maintenance, finance, and supply chain systems, providing recommendations for product improvements to the LIW development team.
  • Served as a functional maintenance management subject matter expert (SME) supporting the LIW Integration team.
  • Utilize Jama Contour to communicate and manage project requirements.
  • Utilize Atlassian Confluence software to create team wiki pages to document and share business knowledge of development efforts.
  • Assist in the analysis and development of an agile method for use by LIW Integration team in future efforts.
  • Provide assistance in advanced usage of Microsoft Office products to fellow team members.

System Administrator & Lead Data Entry Clerk

Honeywell Technology Solutions, Inc.
Ft. Campbell
04.2011 - 10.2012
  • Oversaw daily operations and system administration of the Army’s Standard Army Maintenance System - Enhanced (SAMS-1E) for equipment enrolled in the Left Behind Equipment (LBE) program.
  • Led data entry efforts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of logistics data to support Army readiness and asset tracking.

Data Entry Clerk

Honeywell Technology Solutions, Inc.
Ft. Campbell
09.2009 - 10.2012
  • Operated and maintained SAMS-1E for LBE program assets, supporting logistics reporting and equipment accountability.

Data Entry Clerk

Stanley Associates
Ft. Campbell
08.2007 - 08.2009
  • Maintained and operated the Army’s Unit Level Logistics System - Ground (ULLS-G), supporting unit-level maintenance and supply operations.

Data Entry Clerk

Lear Siegler Services, Inc.
Ft. Campbell
09.2006 - 08.2007
  • Performed identical duties as above under a previous contract provider, ensuring continuity of logistics data support during contract transition.

Education

Essential Model-Based Engineering Applied - Fallbook, CA 92028

PivotPoint Technology
Fallbook, CA 92028
01.2014

BS - Information Technology

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
01.2009

AA - Information Technology

Axia College of University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
01.2007

Skills

  • Model-Based Engineering
  • Automated testing
  • Quality assurance
  • Software documentation
  • Project management
  • Agile methodologies
  • Test management
  • Risk management
  • Problem solving
  • Knowledge transfer
  • Continuous improvement
  • Process improvement
  • Attention to detail
  • PivotPoint Technology
  • Enterprise Architect
  • Confluence
  • JIRA
  • Toad for Oracle
  • Bitbucket
  • Git
  • SQL Developer
  • WinSCP
  • JavaScript
  • Visual Basic for Applications
  • Python 3
  • R
  • Software validation
  • Requirements gathering
  • Team leadership
  • Defect tracking
  • Test automation frameworks
  • Integration testing
  • Version control systems
  • Functional testing
  • User acceptance testing
  • Selenium webdriver
  • Test planning
  • Test cases development
  • Scrum framework
  • Manual testing
  • Regression testing
  • Java programming
  • Analytical skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Develop test cases
  • Agile best practices
  • Automation
  • Test scripts
  • Version control systems: Git
  • Compliance testing
  • Manual test case preparation
  • Reliability
  • Test automation
  • [Software] expertise
  • Software defect documentation
  • Software development tools: JIRA, confluence

Certification

  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
  • CALIBRE Project Manager Boot Camp
  • CALIBRE Professional Series - CALIBRE University
  • CALIBRE Citizen Series - CALIBRE University

Security Clearance

SECRET, DISCO

Accomplishments

Successfully implemented automated testing of web apps for the Logistics Data Analytics Center of the U. S. Army, which previously had no automated testing capabilities.

Timeline

Quality Management Team Lead

CALIBRE
03.2023 - Current

Project Manager

CALIBRE
03.2023 - Current

Business Analyst & SCRUM Master

CALIBRE
01.2019 - 03.2023

Data Architect IV & SCRUM Master

CALIBRE
01.2018 - 01.2019

Data Architect IV

CALIBRE
01.2015 - 01.2018

Data Architect III

CALIBRE
04.2014 - 12.2014

Program Analyst

CALIBRE
10.2012 - 03.2014

System Administrator & Lead Data Entry Clerk

Honeywell Technology Solutions, Inc.
04.2011 - 10.2012

Data Entry Clerk

Honeywell Technology Solutions, Inc.
09.2009 - 10.2012

Data Entry Clerk

Stanley Associates
08.2007 - 08.2009

Data Entry Clerk

Lear Siegler Services, Inc.
09.2006 - 08.2007

Essential Model-Based Engineering Applied - Fallbook, CA 92028

PivotPoint Technology

BS - Information Technology

University of Phoenix

AA - Information Technology

Axia College of University of Phoenix

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