Chula Vista, California, United States
I have been working in the military from the age of 18. Serving as an Electrical Technician and Engineer I have had the opportunity to work on advancing power generation, distribution, and automation within the naval engineering plants for the US Navy. I have been on the forefront of the technology being used from the implantation of both the hybrid and full electrical propulsion systems, electrical steering vice hydraulic, and the non-nuclear power generation of up to 4,160vac. Electrical maintenance and repairs were jus the bare minimum of expected knowledge. I pushed beyond due to my almost insatiable hunger for deeper understanding. I began learning the programming behind the equipment being used. Companies like SEL, Fairmount, Raytheon, and DRS have been in my required work scope. My approach to all my work is efficiency and effectiveness. Developing and understanding of how a piece of equipment works go beyond just operating it. Reading the technical documents and schematics, understanding the ladder logics and programming equations for safety settings and automated procedure. I believe in learning all aspects of the equipment or system and how it integrates with the larger picture to develop full capability and impact. Currently in the process of completing a Computer Science Degree to advance my knowledge or programming languages. Attending Thomas Edison State University. The most important factor that I use for my continued success is the questioning attitude and the determination to continue until I am satisfied with both my understanding and practical skill. Systems Maintained: -Power Generation ~ prime mover (Diesel and Marine Gas Turbine) -Power Distribution ~ Low Voltage and High Voltage (Medium Voltage for Civilian Standards) -Magnetic Silencing -Power Conversion/Inversion -Integrated Power Systems -Electrical Propulsion -Electrical/Hydraulic Steering -Fire Suppression ~ Automation and Activation -Engineering Plant Automation -Pressure and Temperature Safety detection devices Programming languages Used: -JavaScript -HTML/CSS Learning: -Python -MySQL
Departmental Lead for all issues related to the engineering department of the most advance naval warship.
Lead Engineering Training Course Development for DDG 1000 Class Ship Content Management, Virtual Simulation Development, Instructor
While serving on a Zumwalt Class ship I was the lead for all electrical plant maintenance and repairs. Leading a team of 9 electrical technicians we maintained the electrical generation, distribution, and conversion systems onboard. Working with voltages up to 4,160VAC and 5,000VDC my technicians had zero safety mishaps. Dealing with systems built by DRS, Bogue, and GE we handled both the AC and DC systems used for the ships propulsion, steering, and regulation. It was also required to maintain all the electrical components and equipment used in support of the automation, such as the calibration of the safety sensors, remote device operators, and the network communication links. Learning and developing the procedures to readdress the profibus networks, and internal software to the individual systems. Working with Fairmont Automation, Nu-Torque and Tri-Tec, along with RsLogix5000 operating software. My team and myself also maintained all the sub-systems that were necessary for plant operation. Air Conditioning plants, waste collection and removal, cooling medium systems both fresh and salt water, fire suppression systems both chemical and liquid, fuel systems, and habitability (Laundry, kitchen, water sanitation).
Serving on the USS Makin Island lead a team of 5 while coordinating the repairs of ships power generation, distribution, and auxiliary equipment. Conducted both preventative and corrective maintenance on the following equipment: 6 5000hp Diesel-Generator sets 6 4160vac Switchboards 8 4160-450vac Transformers 10 450vac Switchboards 28 450vac Load centers 7 300 Ton Air conditioning Plants 5 Low Pressure Air Compressors 125PSI 2 High Pressure Air Compressors 1000PSI 4 60-400HZ converter Cabinets Scheduling approximately 60-100 maintenance items weekly. Qualified/monitored ships Electrical Plant using a Machinery Control System Network.