LOUIS TURNER

Mobile: (331) 250-9256

 

My Service Creed is: Proficiency, Efficiency and Productivity.  It is about understanding the intricacies of electronics.  I create, design and fix things. I am a Manager, Engineer and Technician; I am committed to doing all things well. I offer my services to you.

 

Summary of Career:

aerospace and defense Division

 

AECOM, Reston, VA                                                                                         3/21/2014-4/24/2014

Ø       (RF Military Radio Consultant)

 

I created a Training Lesson Plan in military format for the A110 Transceiver Air to Ground RF Radio to be used by French Instructors to train African Soldiers. The course outline includes: Objectives, Standards, Knowledge, Skill/Set and (5) Question/ Answer Examinations averaging 20 questions each. The objective:  training material that is clear and concise.

 

DRS Technologies, Arlington, VA                                                                       10/6/2012- 11/4/2013                                 

Ø       (RF Radio Maintenance Diagnostic Trainer for ANA)

 

I deployed to Afghanistan Mazar- E-Sharif and was assigned to J6, with a Government DOD Secret Security Clearance and GS-12 Rank.  The assignment:  to train and teach the ANA military soldiers in the art of radio diagnostics; PRC 1077, PRC 1099A, RT7000, HH7700, RF 5800H, and RF 7800M Radios. I created and designed all training materials used.  The content included: radio module assembly and disassembly, how to read and measure AC & DC voltages; AC & DC circuits, resistors, capacitors, diodes, and wire and trace continuity checks. How to repair damaged printed circuit boards and trace lines; how to use the multi-meter, how to operate and repair the PRC 1077 and PRC 1099A radios; battery replacement, PRC-BC4 multi-battery charger supply repair techniques, how to read radio circuit flow chart diagrams and determine which module to replace; and troubleshooting techniques. Also, taught Radio Frequency propagation waveform patterns.

Training included: TM manuals and instructions on the use of test equipment, frequency counter, watt meter, and oscilloscope; additionally, the use of the spectrum analyzer, attenuator, safety training, and antenna radio waveform propagation. I instructed the students in RLC circuits and module inventory and parts logistics. I had two interpreters to translate English/Dari instructions, study materials/documents and evaluation. I wrote my own examines. I also instructed the ANA military in military radio communication phraseology and assisted students in every conceivable way to help achieve the intended outcome; which was to provide the best training possible to ANA soldiers so they could proficiently and efficiently, maintain, troubleshoot, and replace radio modules to the best of their ability and according to their own Military standards.

 

ACET, INC, AEROSTAT PROGRAM, Maryland, VA                                          9/4/2011- 11/26/2011                                 

Ø       (AEROSTAT 22M, 22M+Operator)

 

Deployed to Afghanistan with a Government Secret Security Clearance and: GS-12 Ranking.

The objective: System Operator; Maintenance; Repair; Test and Diagnostic Support for the US Navy. Completed and used the very complex Aerostat MX15i Surveillance electronic Gimbal and Optical systems. Each system incorporates the: Mooring Station, Gondola, GCS, (Manager, Visualizer & Utility) Computers, RF AGIG, fiber and Ethernet, GPS, Magnetometer.  It utilizes Auto Pilot, and Pitotude systems. The AOR FOBs use this system as the primary surveillance and enemy targeting detection device. I am very proficient with ISR systems, as well as, Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance Systems. 

 

LOCKHEED MARTIN, BETSS-C PROGRAM, Cape Carnival, FL                       8/2010- 11/22/2010                                 

Ø       (RAID/BETSS-C/ RDISS Operator/FSR)

 

Deployed to Iraq with a Government Secret Security Clearance and: GS-12 Ranking. The objective: System Operator, Maintenance, Repair, Test and a Diagnostic Support position for the US Army. Completed and used the RAID Legacy, BETSS-C and RDISS complex electronic Surveillance Gimbal Optical system operator’s program. Each system incorporates RF, fiber and Ethernet (FLIR) (SAFIRE II) Surveillance Optic Systems and a point-to-point LMR system to communicate with other systems. I used and was capable with the onboard ISR systems. These systems played a highly important role in FOB surveillance and enemy targets detection.

 

 

CSC, Fayetteville, NC                                                                                                                 3/2010-6/2010

Ø      FSR (RDISS Field Service Representative)

 

Government Secret Security Clearance / Rank: GS-13. Trained in Fayetteville, NC and received the RDISS Field Service Representative Certificate required to install, maintain, repair, test and perform diagnostic support as a FSR Technician for the US Army in Afghanistan. The mission required the FSR to travel to distant FOBs and repair complex electronic Surveillance Gimbal Optic systems; used to monitor and detect enemy targets and activities.

 

RAYTHEON, GBOSS PROGRAM, Huntsville, AL                                                           10/2008-3/ 2009

Ø      OEMR/FSR/FSE (Operations Equipment Mission Representative)

 

Deployed to Iraq with a Government Secret Security Clearance and: GS-13 Rank; as an FSR Technician to retrofit, repair, install, tested and performed diagnostic support for BETSS-C Surveillance systems used by the US Marine Corp. The main objective was to repair more than 50 complex RF electronic, fiber Optic, (FLIR) Surveillance Gimbal Optic systems that included the: (SAFIRE III, T3000, MSTAR, SATCOM, and Motorola LMR PT6000) & Upload /Download Linux software. This system was the eyes and ears of US forces and played the highly important role in FOB surveillance of enemy target detection. I pre-programmed over 50 targets using ISR systems. Extensive travel throughout Iraq was required.

 

RAYTHEON, MISSILE SYSTEMS, Tucson, AZ                                                                   6/ 2008- 10/ 2008

Ø       FSE (Sys. Ops, & Trainer) Field Service Engineer Missile Systems

 

Trained to deploy to Afghanistan with a Government Secret Security Clearance and: GS-13 Rank.

Required weeks of training in Arizona and Florida. Objective: testing uploading and downloading missile software program (s) for systems to be used in the Afghanistan AOR decapitation targeting missions. Applied training on a daily basis to test and proficiently support complex electronic missile diagnostics for the US Air Force (Special Ops). I wrote the Operation and Firing procedures for the system.   Participated in Research and Development moving target Tracking System upgrades. Extensive travel was required.

 

MANTECH INTERNATIONAL, Chantilly, VA                                                                       11/2006-3/ 2008

Ø       Crew FSR ( Ops, Maintenance & Trainer) DUKE System /ENGINEER

 

I served in Iraq (Operation Enduring Freedom) with a Government Secret Security Clearance and with a GS-12 Rank.

As a Brigade Level Field Service Representative (FSR), I supported complex military electronics countermeasure DUKE Jammer Systems (ECM’s). AS the FSE, my responsibilities included: downloading encrypted software and uploading firmware into the Jammer; applied institutional knowledge, to interface, integrate, upgrade and maintain tactical Intelligence Electronic Warfare (IEW) communication system component circuit cards; using DC, and AC theory. Conducted military electronic surveillance and troubleshoot system failures. Used formal training to upload new software system parameters via computer/PDA interface, and inventory control management logistics. Briefed military staff on technical matters; including system performance, capabilities and maintenance issues.

Organized and conducted classroom and field training classes for military personnel on a variety of ECM equipment. Performed complex technical functions such as; supporting engineering activities operation, modification, circuit testing, installation, calibration and electronic and electro-mechanical system troubleshooting. Used a variety of analog, digital and/or video type circuits and logic testing equipment (i.e. signal generators, spectrum analyzers and RF power meters to diagnose and correct electronic circuitry malfunctions.

 

I also conducted engineering/development tests and detailed experimental testing to collect design data for U.S. military warfare and communication systems.   In addition:

·   Maintained, Operated and Installed Warlock Family RF Jammer Systems.

·   Did Troubleshoot and solve unusually complex and sophisticated RF, Receiver, Transmitter problems resulting from or preventing RCIED detonations.

·   Supported US Army, Marine and Navy COMSEC Command at FOB: BIAP, Loyalty, Liberty, Victory, ISG, Stryker, AL Qiam, Hammer, Q-West, Balad /Andaconda, Tillil/Adder, Slayer and many other FOBs.

Have familiarity and expertise with the following Jammers: V1 & V2 Dukes, SSVJ, Red/Green, Blue, MBVJ and other systems, along with: Blue Torch, Guardian, Hunter, Symphony, Channel, and Chameleon.

 

 

TERNS LABS, Chicago, IL                                                                                                    3/2005 -9/2006     

Ø      Electronics Engineering Design

·   Military Weapon System Design and Application. Patent Awarded 2/2009

 

 

SIGNAL SOLUTIONS/ General Dynamics, INC, Sierra Vista, AZ                                7/2004-12/ 2004                                                                                                                                                        

Ø       Sr. Network Architecture Engineer

 

·   Selected from US Army Engineering short list for Position.

Served in Iraq (Operation Enduring Freedom) with a Government Secret Security Clearance and: GS-13 Rank. Served as Sr. RF Transmission Network Consultant Engineer for PM-KICC- US ARMY SUPPORT. Served as transmission systems/satellite and microwave consultant to ISEC Command at Camp Victory in Iraq (Baghdad). Responsibilities included: Worked independently to resolve and implement a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures requiring experience, creativity and good judgment.

Request made by Two Star General at FOB Victory and PM-KICC Command to resolved emergency LMR microwave system problem. I accepted the challenge and resolved the problem within two days, and prevented precious manpower resources from being redirected from other projects.

Completed four RF Spectrum Surveys and engineered DS3 system design, made tests and evaluated system to eliminate problems and make improvements. Worked with the following systems: LMR, SMART-T AN/TSC-154 and AN/TSC-93C(V)1& AN/TSC-85C(V)1 SATCOM, AN-TRC-170(V) Troposphere Scatter Microwave Radio Terminal and the Alcatel MDR-8000 OC3 microwave system. I also supported the 22nd Signal Brigade.

 

 

ITT INDUSTRIES SYSTEMS DIVISION, Colorado Springs, CO                                             10/2003-7/2004                                                                                                                                                              

Ø       Microwave/ LMR Technician III

 

Served in Iraq Camp Slayer (ISG) in Iraq (Baghdad) with a Government Secret Security Clearance and: GS-13 Rank. Supported the US Army 86th and 160th Signal Brigade.  It was imperative that I exercise independent judgment to solve unusually complex and sophisticated engineering system problems including: RF, UHF & VHF Receiver; Transmitter, Repeater and Satellite circuits; VSAT/ SATCOM and other radio communication problems. I Installed, Inspected, Repaired, Troubleshoot, Evaluated and Maintained electronic LMR and SATCOM communication systems: (MTS 2000, 3000 series, Saber I and II, System 9000 and the Astro System 9000).

 

I Support the US Air Force Spectrum Interference Resolution Program. Planned, Programed, and maintain Databases. I provided RF coverage analysis and frequency removal/changes. I cross-trained on and became proficient with: Promina 800, IGX Red Com Switch, Tech Control Facility Tech (TCF), MRC Point-to-Point TSSR AN/GRC-239 and Statex DXR 700 (DS-3) & Altium (OC-3). I rewired the Red Switch switchboard to increased phone output capacity to 200%.

 

 

TERNS LABS, Chicago, IL11/2002 – 9/2003

Ø      Electronics Engineering Design Consultant

 

·   Resolved design problems, system modification and schematic correction. Designed electronic circuits, communications systems and products; also, telemetry, data acquisition systems, signal conditioning, bitsyncs, Teradata Methodology, and embedded controls, security systems, and data synchronization.

 

 

SBC Communications-Att, Des Plaines, IL10/2000 – 11/2001

Ø       (LCP) Engineering Manager - Loop Capacity Planner

 

·   TIRKS (SME) Subject Matter Expert

·   Cellular Wireless & RF Transmission (Voice, Data and Video) Communications.

·   Developed, analyzed and defined projects impacting company economic and service.

·   Managed telecommunication facility, business allocations and expenditures.

·   Designed and planned Wire Centers

·   Provided engineering and technical support to interdepartmental organizations to facilitate change; Monitored feeder facilities relief strategies for OSP and loop electronic technology with capital (CPAAP) expenditure and retirements up to $1,000,000.00.

·   Used Analytical/problem solving skills, strong interpersonal skills, leadership and communication (oral, written, negotiation and presentation); decision-making skills

·   Needed and possessed the ability to function in an unstructured environment.

·   Performed economic studies to develop engineering strategies; planned and modernized cost-effective state-of-the-art network; determined new Loop Technologies.

·   Identified and provided facility reports, remote switch studies, pair gain and F1 utilization, capacity issues; Allocated Collocations, Optimized economical solutions and resources.

·   Developed and monitored Outside Plant Facilities: digital loop carrier and architecture, Fiber Rings, Network Survivability facilities; Digital loop Carrier Systems, Collocation, E-911, SONET Deployment; as well as, Project Pronto, SS7 Diversity, Digital Cross-Connect Systems, LAN Networks, Diverse Routing, and Bandwidth Management.

·   Experienced with fiber and copper cables, Litespan multiplexer; SONET and Bellcore / Telcordia process; Alcatel & Fujitsu SONET; gigaman and (OC-3, OC-12, OC-24, OC-48, OC-192, DS1, DS3, E1) rates, POT and T1 lines.

·   Received a Financial Performance Award

·   Maintained Seven different databases

·   Completed short and long range equipment expenditure projections and technological advance conceptualization courses.

 

 

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION, Des Plaines, IL5/1985 – 3/2000

Ø       Electronic Project Manager, 4/1995-3/2000

 

·   Responsibilities Included: System evaluation, (COTR), Acceptance testing, Systems Monitor and Launch, Project Planning, Facility Inspector and Equipment Facilitator, User Acceptance, Systems Analysis, Consultation, Project Estimation and AC/DC Power Distribution & Planning.

·   (COTR) Contracting Officer Technical Representative

·   System Configuration Engineering/ NAVAIDS

·   Had Management training and field experience to work in a diverse work force.

·   Managed eight plus engineers and technicians.

·   Coordinated with facility managers, air-traffic controllers and contractors to assure successful operating systems.

·   Managed all aspects of FSR/ FSE and NAVIDS; RF, fiber, analog and digital electronic equipment, systems, subsystems, devices and components assemblies; fabrications, troubleshooting, and repairs along with AS BUILTS and written reports

·   Project Managed 40k-4M dollar complex electronic systems.

·   Performed work in Great Lakes Region

 

Ø       Training Manager, 4/1994-5/1995

·   Branch Staff Member

·   Quality Assurance Manager

·   Increased Training Participation from 10 to 90%

·   Implemented Departmental Training Outlines, Policies and Training Amendments.

·   Implemented Training Scholastic and Accreditation Evaluation Process.

·   Reduced Cost, Saved Budgetary Training Expenditures and established Equipment Familiarity RTP 1.5% Budget.

·   Completed Twelve Administrative and Management Courses

·   Networked with OPM, Human Resource, Civil Rights, PASS, Program Analysis, Branch Managers and Sector Managers to Create Training Opportunities for departmental employees.

·   Joint Acceptance Inspection Representative

·   Developed course outlines, and maintained employee’s training records.

 

Ø       Electronic Installation Project Lead Specialist,  5/1985-4/1994

System Engineering / Supervisor / Diagnostic / Troubleshooter / Repair Specialist,

Maintained and troubleshoot National and International Airports Surveillance Radar       Systems, Flight Path and Guidance Navigation Systems, AM/FM RF Receiver & Transmitter Radio Communication Systems and Main Frame Computer Systems (Radar, ARTS, NAV and COM).

·   Received three FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE AWARDS

·   Received eight Division, Branch and Sector Letters of Merit.

·   Supervised twenty engineers and technicians.

·   Installed: Rockford Air-Traffic Control Tower TRACON and CAB Equipment- $1.5M, DuPage Air-Traffic Control Tower Project- $2M, Milwaukee Air-Traffic Control Tower Project- $2.3M, O’Hare Air-Traffic Control Tower LAB ART IIE Main Frame Computer, ASR-9 Radar Project, 16 ILS Localizers and Glide Slope Runways Projects, 16 ARMS SYSTEMS, Radar, ARTS, NAV and COM Installation Projects, RVRS, LLWAS, ILS, ARTS, BRIGHT-4, D-BRITE SYSTEM, GRIM, MALSR, AWIS, RRCS, RCE, ILS, DME, XMIT, RECV systems- $15M.

·   Including: System fabrication, acceptance testing, 2-way-radio, cable, phone systems, installation, wiring, and other equipment installation, PBX, telephony, fiber optics, wireless, and telecommunications.

·   Installed AC / DC essential & primary power distribution for all systems.

·                                Assigned work schedules, goals, standards and performance for crew.

·                                Scheduled priority and emergency work, coordinated work with Air Traffic controller managers and contractors.

·   (JAI) Joint Acceptance Inspection Representative / 90% Travel.

·   Equipment used: Digital & Analog and RF Spectrum Analyzer, RF Microwave systems test devices, telephony test and monitoring equipment; O-Scope, DMM, and calibrating measuring equipment.

 

ASSOCIATED RESEARCH, Skokie, IL2/1981 – 10/1982

Ø       Project Engineer

 

·   Technical Advisor to Marketing & Advertising and Technical Instructor.

·   Designed Analog/Digital Measuring Devices using SPICE Design CAD.

·   Prototyped and Designed PCB Circuit boards using Schematic layout, Router.

·   Negotiated Products Design with Vendors

·   R&D Research and Development

 

Ø       Sr. Engineering Technician

·   Responsibilities: Troubleshooting electronic circuit designs, and purchased electronic components.

·   Analyzed new devices under contract and calibrated sophisticated electronic devices.

 

SHARP ELECTRONICS, LaGrange, IL                                                                           3/1977 – 10/1979

Ø       Computer Diagnostics Engineer

 

·   Computer Diagnostics & Repair Engineer for CPU Motherboards with four CPUs using Digital Spectrum Analyzer, Digital and Analog O-Scope, & DMM.

 

 

 

Education:                         1975-2000

Chicago State University / B.A. Electronic System Engineering                           Chicago, Illinois

University of Illinois at Chicago/ Electrical Engineering                                       Chicago, Illinois

Olive Harvey College / A.A.S. Electronic Technology                                          Chicago, Illinois

 

Computer Skills:

Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Projects); Data Networking (LAN, TCP/IP); TIRKS; Field View; LEIS/LEAD; ASAW; PIB; LFACS; ARES; JAM; EAGLE- PCB Circuit Design (CAD; VISCO and Micro-Sims/Engineering Circuit Design (CAD).

 

Training Certification:

I have completed thirty-two management courses, twenty-two engineering courses and seminars.

 

Ø       Military 1971-1974

·               Served with Honor in the Armed Forces.

·               NATO Top Secrete Security Clearance: 1971-1974

·               MOS 31S -Satellite Communication Systems Operator/ Maintainer (SATCOM)

·               Scored 701 out of  715 on Army Special Forces (Green Beret) Abstract Altitude Examine

·               Experience: Telecommunication, UHF & VHF RF Radios, Satellite Communication and Radar Maintenance Operation.

 

Ø       Citizenship: U.S. Citizen

Ø       Secret Security Clearance Granted: 3/15/2009, good through 2017

 

 

        Interests: Engineering design, software programming, old movies, chess, community service, creative activities and computers.

 

 

 

 

 

IN CLOSING: Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom & The US

                        Conflict in Afghanistan                                                                                                            

While in OCONUS, I maintained many personal/working relationships with Generals, Colonels and senior civilian staff members. I have negotiated deals and helped to clarify military contracts. I have achieved all these accomplishments in a short period of time, and have received many letters of appreciation for my work. Undoubtedly, in many ways, assignments such as in war-torn Iraq and Afghanistan are the most demanding, as they require an employee to travel into unfamiliar situations and get caught up-to-speed in minimal time, and without tying up permanent staff members (in this case, crucial military personnel).  In that respect, I have done well.

 

I am proud to serve my Country by participating in Iraq’s and Afghanistan’s struggle for freedom. I've seen the horrors conflict can cause, yet, have also experienced the loving hand of Humanity from the open arms of the United States Armed Forces and Coalition Forces. I've met wonderful Coalition Representatives from: Britain, Poland, Russia, Spain, Thailand, and many other countries.  All have gathered to welcome the Iraqi and Afghani people into the world's larger democratic society. I have enjoyed contributing to these countries in their quest for freedom and I am motivated to return again, as the need arises. I am a fast learner; I am an efficient, hard worker, with who is very easy to get along.