WORK EXPERIENCE__________________________________________
2009
Contract/Intern
InPhase Technologies
Longmont, CO
▪ Performed development tasks on next-gen optical data storage drive (holographic).
▪ Developed algorithms using packaged sensors to probe laser performance during operation, including laser stabilization.
▪ Prototyped cure beam path for improved drive performance.
2007 – 2009
Electro-Optical Engineer
Lockheed Martin Coherent Technologies
Louisville, CO
▪ Performed optical breadboard experiments to demonstrate core capabilities in Er:YAG laser development.
▪ Participated in study of erbium doped fiber amplifier noise characteristics for use in coherent laser radar receivers.
▪ Performed device testing of semiconductor devices, including laser diodes, photodiodes, photoreceivers, and APDs.
▪ Generated reports, analysis tools, and presentations highlighting technical achievements.
▪ Participated in costing exercises to provide group leaders with projected costs.
▪ Interfaced with vendors in developing custom parts.
▪ Quickly became functional with specialized software packages (e.g., Solid Works, ZEMAX)
▪ Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment.
2007
Optical Engineer
Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company
Sunnyvale, CA
▪ Member of team developing optical test equipment products.
▪ Compared costs for prototyping optical instruments using only off-the-shelf components
▪ Designed prototype ideas for a tri-band point source.
2005 – 2006
Intern
Del Mar Photonics
San Diego, CA
▪ Generated original product descriptions for online optics store for bulk optics, photonic crystals, and ultrafast (laser) accessories and provided sales and product support to customers.
▪ Provided sales support to customers.
2007
Teachers Assistant
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
▪ Taught freshman/sophomore physics laboratory classes.
▪ Prepared lectures, supervised laboratories, and held regular office hours.
SKILLS___________________________________________________
Electro-optical
▪ Proficient with the design, operation, and analysis of electro-optical breadboard experiments
▪ Familiar with the theory and operation of passive optics and electro-optic components, semiconductor devices, and related instrumentation.
Cross-disciplined
▪ Have designed experiments to tackle thermal management problems in experimental setups.
▪ Familiar with simple RF analysis and testing including S-parameter measurements.
▪ Have performed device level tests to determine noise characteristics of detectors.
▪ Implementation of phase retrieval algorithm for beam-shaping optimization.
▪ Experience with basic system engineering concepts explored in R&D setting.
- Performed device level trade studies for optical and electro-optical components.
- Flowed demonstration requirements into experiment design.
Computer
▪ Proficient MS Office. Experience with Mathematica, Zemax, Labview, Matlab, Solid Works
▪ Experience with (in house) scripting languages for modeling, experiment automation, and data analysis.
General
▪ Strong written and verbal communication skills.
▪ Ability to absorb, process and apply new information quickly and effectively.
▪ Creative thinking, analytical skills and problem solving.
DETAILED LABORATORY SKILL SETS_________________________
▪ Calibration, programming, and operation of Liquid Crystal Spatial Light Modulator.
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