Thomas Hamacher
Ruskin
Summary
Dynamic automotive professional with expertise in driver development, engine rebuilding, and PLC programming. Proven ability to enhance performance and optimize systems for competitive environments.
Ready for anything.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
BDR (Bad Dog Racing)
Ruskin, FL
09.2016 - Current
Driver development for entry level (6-10) Go Kart drivers.
Automotive engine building, restoration of Corvettes, Dyno testing and tuning.
Fluent in Data Acquisition including throttle and brake pressure, brake temperature, engine temp and oil pressure sensing with video overlays using AIM Racestudio 3 and the Micron 5 computer.
Field Service, R&D and Installation Coordinator
Marquip Ward United
Phillips, WI
01.2002 - 06.2016
Troubleshooting, PLC programming, R&D and installing Corrugator Paper machines
Automated System Technician
GNB Batteries (Exide)
Kankakee, IL
05.1998 - 06.2000
Design, construct and test battery acid filling machines
Draftsman
Kinetic Systems
Lockport, IL
01.1996 - 04.1997
Design transmission testing computer hardware for FMC on AutoCad
Aircraft Overhaul Mechanic
Northwest Airlines
Minneapolis, MN
10.1991 - 01.1993
Performed Boeing 747 structural repairs, flight control cable rigging and line maintenance on Boeing 757
Aircraft Overhaul Mechanic, Line Maintenance
Midway Airlines
Miami, FL
08.1986 - 10.1991
Overhauled and performed line maintenance on DC-9 and MD-82 aircraft, performed post overhaul engine run testing.
Test Cell Operator
AeroThrust
Miami, FL
07.1985 - 08.1986
Tested JT8-D Boeing 727 and DC-9 engines
Technician
Airmark Overhaul
Fort Lauderdale, FL
06.1984 - 08.1985
Rebuild Turbochargers and Magnetos
Diesel Fuel Injection Technician
RPM Diesel
Fort Lauderdale, FL
02.1983 - 06.1984
Overhaul and test Diesel Fuel Injection pumps and Injectors
Mechanic
USAF
Hill AFB, UT
12.1978 - 11.1982
Remove, install, inspect (baroscope), Line Test and Maintain F-16 engines
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science
Governors State University
Park Forest, IL05-2004
Associate of Science - Computer Programming
Weber State University
Ogden, UTAssociate of Science - Aircraft Maintenance Management
Broward Community College / Rice Aviation A&P School
Pembroke Pines, FL09-2002
Associate of Science - Automated Systems Technology
Joliet Jr. College
Joliet, IL05-1999
Skills
- Troubleshoot Electrical and Electronic Systems
- Program PLCs
- Rebuild engines and cars
- Construct Go-Karts for National Event Competition
- Driver Development
- Race engine tuning
Accomplishments
Raising two sons to both be great racers.
NHRA Super Street category top 5 in Rt. 66 Joliet NHRA Nationals.
NHRA Super Comp license (NHRA school, Las Vegas)
Obtaining an INEX Legends license for my (then) 9 year old Son.
Completing INEX Legends Car racing school at Echo Park Speedway, Atlanta.
Enabling my youngest son (Ian) to compete in the "Moonshine" series Legends Car Road Cours Series at Atalanta Motorsports and finishing against mostly older teenagers.
Enabling Ian to finish (now 10) every race in Marion County Speedway 1/4 mile dirt, against all categories of Legends, including Pro. Currently in the top 10 of the best Legends Car drivers in Florida, finishing a best of 2nd.
Enabling Ian to achieve and maintain his IRacing "A" license.
in the asphalt oval category.
Enabling Ian to test at Auburndale Speedway, FL (Winter Nationals asphalt oval) to be just 1.5 seconds off the track record for Legends Cars on his first oval session.
Married 21 years with my previous wife and raising her 2 children to adult hood.
Married 14 years with my current wife,
Working hard all the time.
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Manager
BDR (Bad Dog Racing)
09.2016 - Current
Field Service, R&D and Installation Coordinator
Marquip Ward United
01.2002 - 06.2016
Automated System Technician
GNB Batteries (Exide)
05.1998 - 06.2000
Draftsman
Kinetic Systems
01.1996 - 04.1997
Aircraft Overhaul Mechanic
Northwest Airlines
10.1991 - 01.1993
Aircraft Overhaul Mechanic, Line Maintenance
Midway Airlines
08.1986 - 10.1991
Test Cell Operator
AeroThrust
07.1985 - 08.1986
Technician
Airmark Overhaul
06.1984 - 08.1985
Diesel Fuel Injection Technician
RPM Diesel
02.1983 - 06.1984
Mechanic
USAF
12.1978 - 11.1982
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science
Governors State University
Associate of Science - Computer Programming
Weber State University
Associate of Science - Aircraft Maintenance Management
Broward Community College / Rice Aviation A&P School
Associate of Science - Automated Systems Technology
Joliet Jr. College