Andrew Baron

Experience

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  NATS

  Jan 1995 - Jan 1998

  Systems Engineer

  • Developed requirements and managed projects for UK NATS air traffic control systems, including ground/ground voice switch and radio communications network.• Collaborated with air traffic controllers to ensure seamless communication between controllers and aircraft.• Implemented innovative solutions to enhance system efficiency and reliability.• Achieved successful project completion within specified timelines and budget constraints.

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  Raytheon Systems Limited

  Sept 1998 - Jan 2000

  Systems Engineer

  • Managed system engineering responsibilities for a Mono-pulse Secondary Surveillance Radar (MSSR) product at Raytheon Systems Limited.• Led bid/proposal development, requirements management using DOORS, and conducted Factory Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing.• Achieved successful implementation of MSSR product, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.

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  MiTech Consultants Ltd

  Jan 2000 - Nov 2001

  Technical Director

  • Led the design, development, and project management of cellular in-building solutions for major UK wireless operators.• Built the engineering team and company processes from scratch for a start-up company.• Achieved successful implementation of solutions resulting in improved connectivity and coverage for clients.• Developed strong skills in team leadership, project management, and technical expertise.

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  Basic Commerce & Industries, Inc.

  Nov 2001 - Aug 2004

  Systems & Software Engineer

  • Developed an end-to-end Controller Pilot Data Link Communications system using C in a UNIX environment.• Conducted real-world experimental testing to validate requirements for the prototype FAA Air/ground data-link.• Collaborated with a team to ensure successful implementation and functionality of the system.

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  APPTIS

  Aug 2004 - Aug 2008

  Senior Software Engineer

  • Led a software development team to provide monitoring to an FAA prototype ADS-B system using Java and SNMP.• Implemented monitoring system in a distributed UNIX environment for efficient data collection and analysis.

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  Basic Commerce & Industries, Inc.

  Aug 2008 - Mar 2020

  Senior Software Engineer

  • Developed software using C/C++, Java, SQL, XML, SOAP, REST, Angular, OGC web services, and JMS, following Agile SCRUM methods with JIRA.• Managed technical requirements and system tests, ensuring high-quality deliverables.• Contributed to the growth of Basic Commerce & Industries, Inc. through innovative software solutions and efficient development processes.

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  Federal Aviation Administration

  Mar 2020 - now

  Project Manager

  • Managed project for FAA Weather Systems with a $10M annual budget, overseeing product roadmap, scope, and stakeholder engagement.• Led integrated product team for FAA cloud-based application, defining user stories and managing budget and schedule.