Vinh Nguyen
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Experienced System Engineer with 7+ years supporting military aircraft systems. Specialized in avionics troubleshooting, legacy system sustainment, mechanical and electrical design, and compliance with military specifications. Proven record of reducing downtime, cutting costs, and ensuring mission-critical system reliability in highly regulated environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Avionics Engineer
Tinker Air Force Base
02.2019 - Current
- Led troubleshooting efforts to resolve complex avionics issues, improving system reliability and aircraft readiness.
- Managed critical component obsolescence for 10+ legacy avionics items, reducing potential downtime by 40% and ensuring continuous product availability for active fighter aircraft operations.
- Developed and implemented compliance procedures that ensured all parts met rigorous military specifications, minimizing risk of non-compliance.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Tinker Air Force Base
08.2019 - 02.2023
- Reduced overall costs by $14M through design optimization and manufacturability improvements.
- Led design and development of mechanical systems for military aircraft modifications.
- Developed detailed 3D models and drawings, ensuring accurate communication of design intent to fabrication teams.
- Performed analysis on technical designs and prototypes in development stages.
Electronics Engineer
Tinker Air Force Base
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Designed and tested electronic systems for aircraft maintenance and repair operations.
- Developed technical documentation to ensure compliance with military and engineering standards.
- Interpreted blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings and engineering instructions to properly assemble and troubleshoot electronics units.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
Education
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering
Oklahoma Christian University
Edmond, OK05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, Arkansas, AR05-2017
Skills
- Avionics Systems & Troubleshooting
- Mechanical & Electrical Design
- Legacy System Sustainment
- Python programming
- Performance enhancement
- SolidWorks proficiency
- Project Coordination
- Preventive Maintenance Strategies
- Collaborative Teamwork
Certification
- Certified Aerospace Technician - National Aeronautic Association
- Advanced Avionics Certification - Federal Aviation Authority
Languages
English
Full Professional
Vietnamese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mechanical Design Engineer
Tinker Air Force Base
08.2019 - 02.2023
Avionics Engineer
Tinker Air Force Base
02.2019 - Current
Electronics Engineer
Tinker Air Force Base
11.2018 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering
Oklahoma Christian University
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Arkansas