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Tylor Higgins
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Summary
Accomplished Analytical Chemist with a proven track record at Axiom Space, enhancing space flight systems through expert application of gas chromatography and process improvement. Skilled in laboratory management and troubleshooting, consistently delivering results that exceed stakeholder expectations. Demonstrates exceptional recordkeeping and a knack for experimental design.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Analytical Chemist
Axiom Space
09.2022 - 09.2024
- Aided in the development of ECLSS, Thermal, and EVA systems for use in space flight
- Helped develop the next generation of space suit
- Created spreadsheets and other forms of documentation to accurately record and calculate analytical results.
- Calibrated and maintained laboratory spectrometers and chromatographs.
- Examined inoperative or malfunctioning production equipment to diagnose source of trouble.
- Troubleshot equipment adjustments to meet and maintain safety, output and quality expectations.
- Communicated analysis results to various departments and stakeholders to effectively formulate products.
- Carried out laboratory tests and experiments to analyze, identify and isolate chemical compounds.
- Developed laboratory testing programs and data analysis while adhering to SOPs, ECOs, batch records and work instructions.
- Assisted with collecting, identifying and packaging hazardous and non-hazardous waste products to comply with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act regulations.
- Modified and adapted standard methods and procedures to solve analytical problems.
Chemical Analyst
Denso
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Performed chemical tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solid, liquid, and gaseous materials.
- Operated laboratory equipment and prepared compounds and solutions to conduct tests.
- Tested titration of chemical tanks in production line to check for ideal pH and other chemical levels and balance ratios.
- Composed technical reports and charts to document experimental test results.
- Calibrated and maintained laboratory spectrometers and chromatographs.
- Examined inoperative or malfunctioning production equipment to diagnose source of trouble.
- Communicated analysis results to various departments and stakeholders to effectively formulate products.
Laboratory Technician
Ecolab
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Completed quality documents and input and saved quality data in appropriate locations.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Collected and performed analytical testing on in-process product.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
Laboratory Technician
Oil-Chem Technologies
01.2015 - 05.2018
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Forensic Science
Everest College
Phoenix, AZ01.2011
Skills
- Finished products analysis
- Process Improvement
- Troubleshooting Techniques
- Experimental design
- Sample Preparation
- Gas chromatography
- Laboratory setup
- Laboratory Management
- Recordkeeping and documentation
- Inventory purchasing
- Certificates of Analysis Generation
Interests
Timeline
Analytical Chemist
Axiom Space
09.2022 - 09.2024
Chemical Analyst
Denso
06.2022 - 09.2022
Laboratory Technician
Ecolab
08.2018 - 08.2022
Laboratory Technician
Oil-Chem Technologies
01.2015 - 05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Forensic Science
Everest College
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