William J. Oechsner III
Alamogordo
Summary
Professional with 12 years experience of mission support in military testing and equipment with the ability to quickly learn new platform and technology while successfully accomplishing mission objectives. Possesses extensive training and experience in Global Positioning System (GPS), Optics, Army Integrated Air Missile Defense/Integrated Missions Fire Command (AIAMD/IFMC), Initial Maneuver Short Range Air Defense (IM-SHORAD), Indirect Fire Protection Capability (IFPC), Iron Dome and Lower Tier Air Missile Defense Sensor (LTAMDS).
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
IFMC-Test Control Technician
Southwest Range Services
06.2023 - Current
- Prepares Army Integrated Air Missile Defense (AIAMD) test Items, test sites, related test equipment in support of the IAMD program testing.
- Conducts assigned test in accordance with approved Operations Test Plans (OTPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and National Range Documentation (NRDs).
- Instrumentation setup, operation, collection and distribution of data, ammunition handling, and environmental monitoring.
- Coordinates tasks in conjunction with current test procedures, test operations methodology and test requirements.
- Maintains an accurate, detail chronological event logs for all IAMD events. Uses technical knowledge and demonstrated proficiency with Integrated AIAMD and Patriot Air Defense System to perform job requirements.
- Was cross utilized from LTAMDS into IFMC from April 2022-July 2022
LTAMDS-Test Control Technician
SRS
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Prepares Lower Tier Air Missile Defense (LTAMDS) test Items, test sites, related test equipment in support of the LTAMDS program testing.
- Conducts assigned test in accordance with approved Operations Test Plans (OTPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and National Range Documentation (NRDs).
- Instrumentation setup, operation, collection and distribution of data and environmental monitoring.
- Coordinates tasks in conjunction with current test procedures, test operations methodology and test requirements.
- Maintains an accurate, detail chronological event logs for all LTAMDS events. Uses technical knowledge and demonstrated proficiency with Integrated IFMC and Patriot Air Defense System to perform job requirements.
IM-SHORAD-Test Control Technician
TRAX Intl/Southwest Range Services
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Assists in preparation of test items, test sites, related equipment and facilities in support of Precision Fires Rocket Missile Systems (PFRMS) testing for projects including IM-SHORAD, IFPC and IRON DOME
- Participates in test operations to include instrumentation setup and operation (vehicle operation and munitions launch), collection and distribution of data, ammunition assembly, and environmental monitoring.
- Applies general knowledge of PFRMS operating procedures and testing requirements and reference manuals to assure proper setup and operation of equipment for test purposes.
- Provide logistical support including coordination with project leaders, shipment tracking, inventory, shipping and receiving
AIAMD/IFMC-Test Control Technician
TRAX
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Prepared AIAMD test Items, test sites, related test equipment in support of IBCS program testing.
- Conducted assigned tests in accordance with approved Operations Test Plans (OTPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and National Range Documentation (NRDs) to include instrumentation setup, operation, collection and distribution of data, ammunition handling, and environmental monitoring.
- Coordinated tasks in conjunction with current test procedures, test operations methodology and test requirements.
- Maintained accurate, detail chronological event logs for all IAMD events.
- Used technical knowledge to acquire proficiency with Integrated AIAMD and Patriot Air Defense System to perform job requirements.
- Applied general knowledge of AIAMD and Patriot Air Defense System operator procedures, testing requirements, reference Technical Manuals or prescribed procedures to ensure proper setup and operation of equipment for test purposes.
Optical Systems Technician
TRAX Intl.
11.2013 - 02.2018
- Relocated, set up, and operated optical tracking mounts which include Kineto Tracking Mounts (KTM); Mini Mounts and Portable Tracking Mounts (PTM) and associated equipment. Associated equipment includes: video cameras (analog, high definition, IR and high speed), lenses video recorders, timing units, computers, video patch panels, and routers, network switches and cabling, power generators and analog and digital servo control systems and GUI interfaces.
- Operated tracking mount to record video and associated information.
- Performed operator level maintenance on equipment to prepare/maintain tracking mount site for test support, which includes installation and maintenance of calibration targets.
- Maintained records and logbooks to ensure collection and delivery of data critical to mission success.
Electronic Technician
TRAX Intl.
01.2012 - 11.2013
- Mount GPS Advanced Range Data System (ARDS) Common Range Integrated Instrumentation (CRIIS) pods on F4 aircraft, download and convert mission data to be delivered to customer.
- Maintained, repaired and upgraded GPS ARDS CRIIS pods.
- Maintained and manned ARDS Control Center for mission support
- Maintained and repaired remote ground stations.
- Protected and loaded crypto for classified missions
Education
Associate of Science - Engineering Technology
New Mexico State University At Alamogordo
Alamogordo, NM06.2011
Associate of Science - Biomedical Engineering Technologies
New Mexico State University At Alamogordo
Alamogordo, NM06.2011
Skills
- Computer skills
- Collaboration
- Planning and Coordination
- Multitasking abilities
- Analytical skills
- Teamwork
Certification
AMMO-45-DL Introduction to Ammunition
AMMO-63-DL U.S. Army Explosives Safety Familiarization
AMMO-68-DL Military Munitions Rule
Forklift Operator
Quote
If you're the smartest person in the room, you're in the wrong room
Unknown
Timeline
IFMC-Test Control Technician
Southwest Range Services
06.2023 - Current
LTAMDS-Test Control Technician
SRS
08.2021 - 06.2023
IM-SHORAD-Test Control Technician
TRAX Intl/Southwest Range Services
09.2019 - 08.2021
AIAMD/IFMC-Test Control Technician
TRAX
02.2018 - 09.2019
Optical Systems Technician
TRAX Intl.
11.2013 - 02.2018
Electronic Technician
TRAX Intl.
01.2012 - 11.2013
Associate of Science - Engineering Technology
New Mexico State University At Alamogordo
Associate of Science - Biomedical Engineering Technologies
New Mexico State University At Alamogordo
Secret Clearance
Secret Clearance
Secret Clearance
Secret Clearance
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