David Zion

David Zion

Chapparal Missile System Tech.

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Software Engineer, Controls III at Alliance Machine Systems International, LLC

  • Education

    • Eastern New Mexico University

      1987 - 1988
      Industrial Electronics Technology

      Activities and Societies: ROTC Rifle Team, ENMU Orienteering Team Mechanical Drafting (Paper and Pencil), Industrial Electronics, Manufacturing Processes

  • Experience

    • NM National Guard

      Jan 1987 - Jan 1991
      Chapparal Missile System Tech.

      Chaparral Missile System Maintenance, 24N10: Troubleshoot and repair Electrical and Mechanical systems: AC and DC power, Diesel Power generation, Operator controls, Missile fire controls. Turret hydraulic and motion systems.

    • Ellison Machinery

      Jan 1995 - Jan 2000
      Field Service Engineer

      Install and repair machine tools.Provided preventative maintenance programsSpecialized in Electrical/Mechanical diagnostics and repairs Certifications Washington State Electrical Trades

    • Zip CNC Services, LLC

      Jan 2000 - Jan 2002
      Field Service Engineer

      Install and repair machine tools.Provided preventative maintenance programsSpecialized in Electrical/Mechanical diagnostics and repairs

    • Ellison Machinery NW

      Jan 2002 - May 2003
      Parts and Technical Support

      Expedited parts Provided technical phone supportField support as required.

    • 2003-2006 Web Press Corporation

      May 2003 - Aug 2006
      Electrical Supervisor

      Supervised Electrical Assembly Dept.Hardware and software design.Improved efficiency, and reduced cost related to electrical systems.Domestic and international field service and installations.

    • Tideland Electric Inc

      Aug 2006 - May 2010
      Company Owner

      Hardware and software design.Commercial/IndustrialPrinting Press Installations and Repairs

    • Alta Forest Products

      May 2010 - Dec 2013
      Maintenance Manager, Planner

      Maintenance Manager for high production union saw mill. Managed millwrights and electricians. Set schedules, maintenanceplans, work orders. Managed and reduced maintenance costs. Reduced downtime through targeted repairs based onproduction feedback. Solve complicated system based problems. Determine required changes to process, procedure andequipment. Supervised purchasing department. Modified existing CMMS for better reporting and maintenance scheduling.

    • Silver State Armory

      Dec 2013 - Jan 2015
      Division Manager

      Division Manager for cartridge brass production plant. Responsible for Engineering, Maint. activities, R&D projects for newproducts and machine upgrades/improvements.

    • Alliance Machine Systems International, LLC

      Apr 2015 - now

      • Using prescribed methods, performs specific portions of a broader assignment of an experienced Engineer or designer/technician. • Performs all tasks of an Engineering Technician I &II in a professional and competent manner.• Performs specific tasks (under the guidance of a more-senior Engineering team member) on existing standard product lines or new R&D projects. Tasks may include drawing, layout, non-critical sub-assembly design, non-critical circuit design/programming, etc.• Develops engineering models and/or drawings (using company standards and tools) including Bills of Materials (BOMs). Ensures that documentation is clear, complete, accurate and compliant with appropriate company standards.• Maintains drawing/BOM masters and becomes competent in the use of the MRP/ERP manufacturing system. Show less

      • Software Engineer, Controls III

        Jan 2020 - now
      • Electrical Egineering Technician III

        Apr 2015 - Jan 2020
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Journeyman Electrician

      State of Washington
      Aug 1995