Kris Kirksey

Experience

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  UCS

  Jun 2012 - Nov 2021

  Web Developer

  -Designed, implemented, and maintained Java and C based integration services using webMethods Designer Suite and ETI generated C packages.-Developed test scripts and conducted tests on code packages in test integration environments to ensure that requirements are met and that solutions operate properly in government production environments.-Maintained test databases and test servers to ensure that virtual environments are compliant with government standards.-Designed and implemented dynamic report generation feature for financial analysis system using Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services-Performed front end development for financial analysis application using C# and Javascript Show less

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  Aurora Flight Sciences

  Nov 2021 - now

  Battery System Engineer

  1) Designing and implementing HIL test systems for custom PCBs: -Designing system architecture for HIL systems, conducting trade studies for necessary equipment, and procuring test equipment for systems from vendors.-Drawing test harnesses for HIL systems, procuring parts, and working with technicians to have harnesses assembled.-Implementing software for HIL systems using NI Veristand to connect simulation software with NI module IOs.-Using NI Labview to build custom Veristand models to integrate test system components.2) Designing and implementing automated electrical test stations for custom LRUs-Working with design IPTs to understand and finalize test requirements.-Procuring and ensuring test equipment is calibrated to perform required tests. Designing test harnesses and procuring required parts.-Designing and implementing test software and interfaces for fully automated acceptance test using NI Labview. 3) Designing custom low voltage power distribution and power conditioning system for electrified aircraft-Ensuring that system design and component selections are compliant with relevant performance and environmental standards, including DO-160, MIL-STD-704, and AS50881-Performing analysis and creating visualizations for large data sets using Python-Conducting failure modes, effects, and criticality analysis to identify and mitigate potential safety concerns Show less