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To obtain challenging employment as a software engineer utilizing my strengths in programming graphical user interfaces (GUIs), Java, and Microsoft Visual Basic, SQL database applications, and working with object oriented technology, interested in Internet Programming and Desktop and Enterprise software development, like to investigate how different software is done, and investigator of software tools to help with speeding up software development and reliability of software. Fast learner. Always looking for the best user interface, quality software, and best products for the cost. Looking for employer that is flexible, offers work from home privileges, and adheres to personal philosophy of making things better and using technology to help make lives better.

• Created and maintained system and test documents in DOORS.
• Tested system which was developed with MYSQL, Javascript, and HTML.

• Developed and maintained GUI driven database applications.
• Conducted formal peer reviews for product requirements, design, code, and tests.
• Hired on basis of previous reputation as Rockwell-Collins employee.

• Responsible for numerous ground based and in flight database applications.
• Designed, implemented, and tested GUI and database functionality.
• Converted various applications from 16 bits to 32 bits, rewriting as required.
• Created end to end installation and distribution solution for products.
• Added data offload capabilities to existing onboard maintenance tool to capture system reliability metrics as part of ongoing process improvement effort.
• Conducted detailed requirements elicitation from end users in house and in field, then developed and implemented product design.
• Implemented entire functionality of product, including GUI and database functionality.
• Used UML for initial design work on project.
• Awarded financial incentives and Certificates of Appreciation for meeting and exceeding company goals for schedule and quality. Participated in Process Improvement Initiatives.
• Investigated, analyzed, and corrected problems discovered during product testing.
• Conducted formal peer reviews for product requirements, design, code, and tests. Followed established standards and processes for software development.
• Developed, maintained, and statused schedules for assigned tasks in Microsoft Project.
• Developed, documented, standardized, and optimized previously ad hoc process for the creation and distribution of databases to the flightline. Wrote work instructions and taught class for project management, field personnel, and other stakeholders.
• Worked closely with other developers as well as requirements, integration, configuration management, quality assurance, product support, project/program management, maintenance personnel, and documentation organizations.
• Developed reusable utility function library to reduce cost and increase quality.

• Implemented B-2 Bomber Ground Support System. Duties included software requirement analysis, software design, coding, documenting, integration, and testing.
• Developed prototype of data collection, analysis, and reporting software for B-2 Bomber Ground Support System. Product developed under accelerated schedule using extensive customer input and served as prototype for later products.
• Received multiple Certificates of Appreciation from customer and other Northrop Grumman elements for efforts in Continuous Process Improvement and regular responsibilities.
• Developed reusable utility function library to reduce cost and increase quality.
• Developed Artificial Intelligence (AI) expert system for aircraft maintenance.
• Trained in Software Engineering Institute (SEI) techniques for developing quality software. Performed peer reviews, testing, and other tasks per documented software processes.
• Investigated tool suites to improve development and reduce defects. Management made purchasing decisions on products based on my reports.
• Held Secret U.S. Government security clearance.