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Thomas Wall

Thomas Wall

Test Manager
Naples,FL

Summary

Versatile Test Manager commended for improving efficiency and leading, planning and executing over thirty test campaigns. Poised and communicative professional with thirteen years of comprehensive experience managing day-to-day lifecycle tasks, including developing test plans, identifying defects and performing regression tests. Hands-on leader dedicated to achieving goals and fulfilling timelines.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Test Manager

CommScope
Shakopee, MN
08.2015 - 12.2023
  • Managed a diverse group of more than twenty employees responsible for the testing of RF and software products with expertise in Distributed Antenna Solutions (DAS)
  • Developed test plans, strategies and schedules for software and hardware testing projects
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement
  • Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards
  • Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency
  • Coordinated with developers, testers, project managers and other stakeholders throughout the entire software testing life cycle
  • Managed multiple concurrent projects while ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results
  • Provided technical guidance and support to junior team members on all aspects of manual and automated testing activities
  • Implemented best practices for defect tracking using Polarion bug tracking tool
  • Met project scope and delivery dates by planning optimal testing schedules
  • Monitored progress of and provided regular updates to key stakeholders
  • Conducted performance testing for 4G and 5G UL and DL RF.

Test Engineer

TE Connectivity
Shakopee, MN
01.2011 - 08.2015
  • Conducted manual & automated functional, performance, stress and regression tests
  • Performed comprehensive software and user interface testing
  • Analyzed system and regulatory requirements to create test cases
  • Documented defects found during testing process
  • Participated in bug triage meetings with developers and project managers
  • Generated technical reports for internal and external use
  • Created and optimized automated testing scripts for repetitive tasks
  • Traveled internationally to act as a liaison between multiple product qualification test labs
  • Reduced software test iterations by actively collaborating with product development teams
  • Utilized feedback from customers to drive continuous product improvements
  • Proficient in utilizing signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, CPRI interface, and base station emulators for effective 3G & 4G UL and DL RF performance testing.

Test Technician

ADC Telecommunications
Shakopee, MN
01.2007 - 01.2011
  • Utilized spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and other test equipment to perform detailed troubleshooting and analysis on complex electronic systems
  • Analyzed failed products to determine root cause failure mechanisms and identified corrective actions necessary for improvement
  • Created reports documenting all test results, including defect descriptions and corrective action taken
  • Created comprehensive test plans and test cases aligned with both internal performance standards and industry regulations such as FCC, 3GPP, and UL
  • Executed rigorous product qualification and regression testing using both manual techniques and automated test scripts
  • Increased test efficiency by introducing LabVIEW, Test Stand, and Ranorex automation to reduce regression test times.

Electronics Engineering Technician

ADC Telecommunications
Shakopee, MN
07.2000 - 01.2007
  • Designed, assembled, and tested printed circuit board assemblies
  • Tested electronic components for proper operation, using oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic probes, spectrum analyzers and other related test instruments
  • Identified and repaired complex circuitry problems utilizing soldering techniques and specialized tools
  • Read and interpreted technical manuals, drawings and schematics to make accurate repair decisions
  • Connectorized and fusion spliced fiber optic cables.

Education

BS / HR and Organizational Leadership -

Rasmussen College

AAS / Wireless Communications -

South Central College

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Leadership
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • System Testing
  • Test Planning
  • Test Case Creation
  • Agile
  • Quality Assurance
  • Defect Tracking and Reporting
  • Excellent Communication
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Self-Motivated
  • Waterfall

Technology Skills

  • NI LabVIEW / Test Stand
  • Test Track Pro
  • Polarion
  • Jira / Confluence
  • RF Test Equipment
  • Optical Test Equipment
  • Distributed Antenna Systems
  • Microsoft Office Suite + Project
  • Visio
  • Wireshark

Awards

  • Key Contributor Award for FOA support and gaining purchasing approval from customers, TE Connectivity, 2014
  • Key Contributor Award for FOA support and gaining purchasing approval from customers, TE Connectivity, 2012

Timeline

Test Manager

CommScope
08.2015 - 12.2023

Test Engineer

TE Connectivity
01.2011 - 08.2015

Test Technician

ADC Telecommunications
01.2007 - 01.2011

Electronics Engineering Technician

ADC Telecommunications
07.2000 - 01.2007

BS / HR and Organizational Leadership -

Rasmussen College

AAS / Wireless Communications -

South Central College

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