James Galloway

Experience

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  US Army

  Apr 1998 - Apr 2006

  Sergeant

  During my time in the Army Corps of Engineers, I attained the rank of Sergeant. I always loved a challenge which is why my training in the Army varies from heavy equipment operation to practical nurse to risk management and to logistical support, to mention just a few. In the Army I was in charge of groups of soldiers from squad size to platoons size. I grew to enjoy being a leader. Seeing a job well done by competent soldiers that I helped train and mentor became one of the most fulfilling things I have ever done. During my deployment from 2003-2005 my experience and the capability of my fellow soldiers allowed my unit to be the first unit of its type to successfully complete its mission in a combat environment since the Korean War.• Foreman for rock quarry and aggregate manufacturing facility which required supervision of 12 to 40 individuals on the job site.• Helped design training programs resulted in a reduction accidents or injuries to equipment users.• Supervised entire process of earth mining from initial setup of both quarry and processing plant to the production of material as per customer requests.• Managed blast sites for creation of raw material using various types of detonators and explosives. Show less

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  Medina Crushed

  Sept 1999 - Aug 2000

  Drill, Heavy equipment operator

  • Foreman of drilling sites • Determined borehole pattern and depths• Operated all equipment around and in an open pit mine• Assisted in setup and detonation of explosives• Assisted in maintaining all equipment in quarry site

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  Ranger America

  Sept 2000 - Apr 2001

  Security Supervisor

  • Was the youngest guard to become a supervisor• Provided security to both front and back gates

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  Southwest Research Institute

  May 2005 - Nov 2017

  At Southwest Research I lead teams of my peers in the construction of various antenna systems for customers from all around the world. I’ve also been the lead technician in the development and a RF system, which has allowed us to corner that portion of the market. I also was part of a ‘tiger team’ that spearheaded the modernization of a thirty-year-old legacy system and integrated that update into the refurbishing program that was already underway in such a way that there were no added manpower costs. • Supervise several multi-million dollar projects across different systems with teams of up to six employees each.• Facilitate and coordinate the development and testing of prototype systems.• Recognize for outstanding partnership with a colleague in the discovery of a defect in a supplier’s product which led to redesign of the product that resulted in saving the customer time and money.• Build, troubleshoot, repair, and renovate radio and satellite communication antennas and associated support equipment.• Conduct functionality and factory acceptance testing of various systems.• Create technical documents including test procedures and work instructions. Show less • Build, troubleshoot, repair, and renovate Naval communication antennas and other support equipment.• Assist in crane operations on 100 ft tower• Test, repair, and build ESD sensitive electronic components and packages.• Assist engineers in designing, and evaluating new and revolutionary technology.• Operate heavy manufacturing equipment• Lead functionality testing and F.A.T. (factory acceptance testing).• Write procedures for F.A.T. and functionality testing.• Construct assemblies with tolerances of less than 0.001 inches.• Soldier both surface mount and through hole components on PWA's• Use blueprints, schematics, engineering drawings, and both verbaland written instruction to assemble and test various kinds of communications equipment Show less

  • Principal Technician

    Oct 2017 - Nov 2017

  • Senior Technician

    Oct 2011 - Nov 2017

  • Technician

    May 2005 - Oct 2011
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  Intel Corporation

  Dec 2017 - Nov 2024

  • Applied advanced trouble shooting techniques to resolve equipment issues promptly, minimizing downtime and production impacts.• Worked closely across departments, including production, engineering, and suppliers, to address equipment-related issues and support overall manufacturing goals. • Identify opportunities for process and equipment improvements, implementing changes to enhance safety, quality, and productivity.• Led and managed lithography operations during night shift, ensuring all equipment is functioning efficiently and safely.• Utilized data analytics to monitor equipment performance, identify trends, and drive data-driven decision-making. Show less

  • Engineering Manager

    Oct 2019 - Nov 2024

  • Manufacturing Technician

    Dec 2017 - Oct 2019