Timothy A Moynihan
Lusby,MD
Summary
Subject matter expert for all aspects of Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) testing to include the development, acquisition and integration requirements related to new aircraft systems. 32 Years of experience with In-depth knowledge of E3 test requirements both at the bench (MIL-STD-461) and aircraft (MIL-STD-464) levels. Working knowledge of multiple aircraft platforms and avionics systems. Well versed with FAA commercial EMC/E3 standards for aircraft. Currently hold Top Secret / Yankee White clearances.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior E3 Test Lead
Department of the Navy
02.2002 - Current
- Currently Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Test Lead for Presidential Aircraft Program
- Subject Matter Expert for all testing related to Military Standard 464D which encompasses Intrasystem Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), External RF EME, Precipitation Static, Lightning, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD), Emission Control (EMCON) and Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) testing
- Responsible for attending all meetings associated with upgrades/installations to aircraft, determining type of tests required, procuring funding, coordinating and planning test events, building test teams from a pool of qualified technicians/engineers, scheduling all facilities, writing detailed test plans, conducting all test events and writing deficiency reports and final reports of test results
- Strong knowledge of fight and mission critical systems to include radio and navigation system avionics for the following helicopter and fixed wing aircraft platforms: VH-92A, VH-3D, VH-60N, UH-60N, C-17, KC-130, E-2, E-6, KC-46, E-4, CH-148 as well as several civilian aircraft.
- Trained test pilots to conduct EMC Safety of Flight tests as well as mentoring new E3 employees on test equipment and branch guidelines to promote productive and high-quality work.
- Make recommendations and when requested brief customer's senior leadership for corrective actions that may include frequency management, improving installation techniques and repositioning equipment and/or antennas.
- Streamlined testing processes to identify areas in need of improvement
Senior EMC Test Technician
Veridian Engineering
02.1991 - 02.2002
- Responsible for all facets of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing at NAWCAD, Patuxent River, MD
- This encompassed pre-test planning which included generating cost estimates, writing test plans, and attending and conducting test plan review meetings
- Provided technical support both as lead and assist roles for Intrasystem EMC, External RF EME, Precipitation Static, Electrostatic Discharge, Emission Control and Electromagnetic Pulse testing on a variety of aircraft, which included; P-3, EP-3, VP-3, C-130, HC-130, KC-130F, KC-130T, C-2, E-2, S-3, ES-3, T-34, E-6, C-17, C-40, OH-58, SH-70 and AH-64
- Compiled and analyzed data after completion of tests and delivered final test reports to the customer
- In addition, was responsible for conducting Safety of Flight tests on many of the aircraft listed above
- This consisted of testing aircraft, with engines running, to ensure new installations did not interfere with flight essential avionics and equipment
- I was also the training coordinator for all Veridian EMC employees
- This duty required me to ensure each employee was certified in specific areas which included CPR, first aid, all pertinent GSE equipment (NC-10, MMG-1A, A/M32C-17, A/M32C-21, A/M42M-2&2A), COMSEC, RADHAZ, and all safety related courses
- I also maintained/updated training jackets for each individual
- Previously responsible for the EMC test equipment lab
- Consisted of ensuring proper calibration and operability of all EMC related test equipment and related accessories
- In depth knowledge in the operation and use of the following test equipment; 8566B Spectrum Analyzer, 8562A Spectrum Analyzer, 8510A Network Analyzer, 3577B Network Analyzer, 8656B Signal Generator, 7100 Gigatronics Synthesized Signal Generator, 2955B Radio Communications test set, Digital Low Resistance Ohmmeter, ARN-184 TACAN test set, APM-378 IFF test set, APM-349 IFF interrogator test set, T-47C Transponder/IFF/TACAN/DME test set, NAV-402 VOR/ILS test set, and TCAS 201/601 Ramp test sets.
Engineering Technician
Veda Inc.
01.1987 - 02.1991
- Provided test and evaluation support for a number of projects, the first of these was the C.A.S.T
- (Combined Armed Staff Trainer) and I.C.A.S.T (Interim Combined Armed Staff Trainer)
- Responsible for the ordering of parts, assembly, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of the systems
- Also provided technical support for GENESIS, E-2C, GKS, and SOFTCOMM projects
- Duties included assisting engineers in the assembly of PC boards and other components as well as the testing of the finished product
- Provided support as the EJSE (Enhanced JTIDS System Exerciser) operator for the Joint Tactical Information Distribution (JTIDS) program
- Was responsible for the operation of the EJSE van during JTIDS operational and developmental testing
- Provided technical support for the Systems Integration Group
- Involved with exabyte, PAPS and Genesis projects
- Worked directly with engineers in the build-up of printed circuit boards and related equipment and also assisted in the testing of the finished product
- Provided support for the VAW lab and worked extensively on Caging tech manual schematics for Force Warfare.
Non-Destructive Inspection Specialist
United States Air National Guard
06.1986 - 08.1988
- I was an E-4 SGT responsible for all facets of Non-Destructive Inspections
- This included liquid penetrant, eddy current, ultrasonic, x-ray and spectrometric oil analysis on a variety of aircraft and aircraft components
- Responsible for trend analysis to determine possible problems with internal engine components.
Telecommunications Technician
United States Air National Guard
08.1983 - 06.1986
- I was an E-4 SGT responsible for the maintenance and repair of X-Y and Step by Step telephone switching equipment and related communications equipment.
Education
No Degree - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Excelsior College
Albany, NY01.2006
No Degree - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Harcourt Learning Direct
Scranton, PA01.2001
No Degree -
USAF Non-Destructive Inspection School
Chanute, IL01.1987
Certificate - Electronics Technology
Associated Technical Institute
Woburn, MA07.1986
No Degree - Telecommunications
USAF Elect/Mech Tele-Communications School
Wichita Falls, TX01.1983
High School Diploma -
Lake Region Vocational High School
Naples, ME01.1982
Skills
- Testing management
- Testing Procedures
- Research proficiency
- Quality Assurance Requirements
- Team Development
- Scheduling
- Test Reporting
- Project Coordination
- Requirements Analysis
- Test Design
- Test Planning
- System Testing
- Integration Testing
Awards / Recognition
- Received Outstanding Achievement Award, June 1998.
- Received Letter of Appreciation from General Charles Johnson, USAF, March 1998
- Received Letter of Appreciation MH-60 Program Office 07/2003
- Received IBST Beacon Award for Professional Excellence 07/2016
Timeline
Senior E3 Test Lead
Department of the Navy
02.2002 - Current
Senior EMC Test Technician
Veridian Engineering
02.1991 - 02.2002
Engineering Technician
Veda Inc.
01.1987 - 02.1991
Non-Destructive Inspection Specialist
United States Air National Guard
06.1986 - 08.1988
Telecommunications Technician
United States Air National Guard
08.1983 - 06.1986
No Degree - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Excelsior College
No Degree - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Harcourt Learning Direct
No Degree -
USAF Non-Destructive Inspection School
Certificate - Electronics Technology
Associated Technical Institute
No Degree - Telecommunications
USAF Elect/Mech Tele-Communications School
High School Diploma -
Lake Region Vocational High School
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