John Williams

Experience

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  University of Washington

  Jan 1995 - Jan 2002

  Analysis of electron data from an electrostatic analyzer, a continuation of the work done for my Ph.D dissertation. Designed, built and calibrated six solid state telescopes for a rocket based experiment on pulsating aurora.

  • Post-doctoral Scientist

    Mar 2002 - Jan 2002

  • Research Assistant

    Jan 1995 - Mar 2002
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  Northwest Space Research

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2002

  Post-doctoral Scientist

  Algorithm development for analysis of low energy electron data (E < 1 keV) from the PEACE instrument for the Cluster mission. Explored the effects of spacecraft charging and how it alters the measurement of low energy electrons.

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  Bechtel Nevada

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2004

  Senior Scientist

  Developed and executed a course in the physics of radiation for first responders. Showed first responders how a dosimeter works and why they are important safety equipment.Taught approximately 10000 students about radiation and safe practices while in a radiation field. Taught the same students about the use of radiation detection instruments.

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  University of Montana

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2008

  Post-doctoral Research Associate

  Performed data analysis of the Cassini CAPS instrument. I developed new algorithms to determine atomic and molecular species from the data stream. Recalibration of the PEPE ion mass spectrometer. Performed data analysis from the newly recalibrated data.

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  University of Iowa

  Jun 2005 - Jan 2005

  Analysis of electric field data from the Radio and Plasma Wave Science (RPWS) instrument located on the Cassini spacecraft. Taught introductory calculus-based physics class, emphasis on mechanics and Newton's laws.

  • Post-doctoral scholar

    Jan 2004 - Jan 2005

  • Adjunct faculty

    Jun 2005 - Jan 2005
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  University of Montana

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2012

  Adjunct Professor of Physics

  Taught introductory physics and astronomy courses as well as advanced courses in modern physics and planetary astronomy. Taught algebra and pre-calculus in the mathematics department. Developed new curriculums which included electronic classroom participation, resulting in an overall increase in learning retention and final grade. Taught 500 students per semester for two years.

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  University of Colorado at Boulder

  Jan 2008 - Jun 2009

  Research Associate

  Performed data analysis of the Cassini mission's CAPS instrument. I focused on exploring the validity of the data collected and understanding the error associated with the data analysis process. Work led to publication of results in refereed journal and increased the understanding of the plasma environment in and around Saturn.

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  Autumn Colors Painting, LLC

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2021

  Company Owner

  Independent contractor and business owner providing commercial and residential painting, carpentry and other general contracting services. Business run by word of mouth, never had a dissatisfied customer. Painted churches, schools, houses, decks and barns. Designed and built drip irrigation system.

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  University of Alaska

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

  Visiting Assistant Professor

  Teaching introductory physics (calculus and non-calculus based) courses as well as advanced optics (lab and lecture). Taught 200 students and developed new curriculums including electronic classroom participation and electronic homework.

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  University of Montana

  Jan 2019 - Jan 2021

  Data Science Specialist

  Master's degree in data analysis, summer of 2021. Used AI and Machine Learning to predict stock market and voter turnout. Modeled corona virus cases in Montana. Used NASA planetary motion data to demonstrate how planetary motion is not responsible for earthquakes.

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  United States Air Force Academy

  Jan 2021 - Jan 2023

  Senior Scientitst

  Working to place plasma instruments in orbit. Building and calibrating electrostatic analyzers. Predicting near Earth space environment.

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  I2 Strategic Services, LLC

  Jan 2021 - now

  I2 Strategic Services in Cooperative Agreement with Space Physics and Atmospheric Research Center

  I currently work with Air Force Academy cadets on space-based science projects. Such as running a Hall effect thruster, attempting to determine what set of parameters cause the breathing mode instability. I am also analyzing electron data from the SEED experiment on the STPSat-6 spacecraft (geosynchronous orbit) as well as analyzing ion data(O+) from the EPEE ion spectrometer. EPEE is located on the international space station. I further work with cadets on analyzing data from event based sensors located on either the space station or at ground stations. We attempt to determine what types of objects are being observed. I have helped to build and calibrate both the EPEE instrument as well as ODIN, an optical instrument to be launched in 2025 to operate on the space station. A further task from the STPSat-6 instrument is to analyze the dosimeter data recorded on the satellite. I am part of the team using GEANT to model the incoming particle flux in an effort to determine the radiation dose experienced on board the spacecraft. Exibir menos