Sid Daugaard

Experience

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  DynCorp Aerospace Technologies

  Dec 1994 - Mar 1997

  AIRCRAFT ELECTRICIAN / WEAPONS TECHNICIAN

  Performed aviation electrical systems maintenance on AH-1 and AH-64 series helicopters, including depot-level modification work orders. Detected, isolated, and troubleshoot electrical faults and malfunction.Planned and completed preventive maintenance on all job-related tools and test sets.Utilized trained expertise, technical and maintenance manuals, schematics, diagrams and engineering drawings to diagnose sources of equipment trouble and define repairs.

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  Dick Poe / Mack Massey

  Jan 1997 - Jan 1999

  Assistant Used Car Manager / Sales Consultant

  Utilized strong sales strategies, business management, and rapport-building skills to market, sell, and account for up to $2.2 million in vehicle inventory each year. Trained and monitored 25+ subordinate Sales Consultants, ensuring their product knowledge was above local and national average.

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  DynCorp Aerospace Technologies

  May 1999 - May 2000

  SENIOR AIRCRAFT ELECTRICIAN / WEAPONS TECHNICIAN

  Managed a flight wing of 21 AH-64 Apache Helicopters. Directly supervised and supported four electricians performing the full range of maintenance on wiring, electrical systems, components, and weapons.Temporarily reassigned to fill gaps in staffing and assist with the troubleshooting and repairs on UH-60 Blackhawk and the OH-58 Kiowa helicopters.

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  Doss Aviation, Inc.

  Jul 2005 - Sept 2006

  AVIONICS TECHNICIAN III

  Maintained and repaired helicopters used by U.S. Border Patrol, Texas National Guard, and New Mexico National Guard, as well as other government agencies for drug interdiction, surveillance and law enforcement.Managed the aircraft battery shop. Repaired and rebuilt aircraft inverters and aircraft batteries.Enforced all regulations (OSHA, FAA, EPA) concerning HAZMAT, workplace safety, foreign object debris/detection (FOD), handling of combustibles, and confined space entry.

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  Computer Science Corporation

  Oct 2006 - Aug 2007

  AVIONICS / WEAPONS TECHNICIAN

  Planned and conducted routine and unscheduled maintenance on Mi-17 helicopters. Troubleshot malfunctions and checked for damage in aircraft structure, flight controls, auxiliary power unit (APU), electronic systems, and associated weaponry. Installed avionics upgrades, including Blue Force Tracker.Worked with other government agencies to provide aircraft and weapons support for the War on Terrorism and counter-drug operations. Directly supported force protection while assigned as door gunner.Member of team responsible for receipt and turnover of presidential aircraft to the Afghanistan government. Show less

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  The Edge Research and Development/ Omega Training Group

  Aug 2007 - Apr 2008

  BATTALION LEVEL II INSTRUCTOR

  Trained National Guard and Reserve personnel mobilized for deployment to the Middle East. Instructed up to 180 students at a time on weapons use, safeing, marksmanship, night fire, and ammunition points.Certified as a Range Officer in Charge (OIC) and Range Safety Officer (RSO). Verified response protocols and personnel in place in case of injury or possible environmental contamination.

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  Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

  Apr 2008 - May 2010

  AVIONICS TECH III / ELECTRONICS TECH III

  Planned, completed, and quality control checked maintenance and upgrades on MQM-107 series unmanned aerial targets. Performed component-level troubleshooting and electrical repairs.Represented the company during avionics testing and validation at remote sites.Assisted the development and validation of procedures concerning target upgrades and use of test sets and other equipment. Maintained operations logbooks, test records, and equipment inventory forms.

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  Boeing Aircraft Corporation, White Sands Missile

  May 2010 - Sept 2010

  Test and Evaluation Engineer LVL IV

  Participated in a Limited User Test (LUT) to collect data, monitor performance, and solve problems with communications between vehicles (MRAP of various configurations) and Tactical Operations Center. Independently developed detailed procedures and instrumentation / configuration definitions that minimized risk while maximizing data collection within the constraints of the integration plan. Reviewed test data and reporting systems for accuracy, quality and fidelity prior to submission to higher level administrators/evaluators military and contract customers. Show less

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  Systems, Products and Solutions

  Sept 2010 - Jan 2011

  Engineer LVL II

  Developed and directed implementation of plans to install aircraft armoring systems. Oversaw inventory, tracking, and distribution of aircraft modification kits to military agencies throughout Afghanistan.Performed initial, in-progress and final inspections. Verified all maintenance and repairs completed in accordance with work instructions, technical standards, and quality control protocols.Maintained reports and records used to keep federal inspectors apprised of project progress.

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  Griffon Aerospace

  Jun 2011 - now

  MANAGER OF OPERATIONS (WEST)

  Local 1st in Command and company representative accountable for managing operations, liaison services, and field service support for the design and development of unmanned aerial vehicles and flight targets used to train and certify Army Reserves, National Guard, and allied countries.Coordinate with U.S. and foreign military assets to build, install, and operate targets used for Air and Missile Defense, C-RAM, and Stinger target acquisition testing and certification exercises.Serve as Mission Lead on missions both stateside and overseas, including in South Korea, Turkey, and Israel.Strictly control all inventories and administrative processes. Document detailed requirements for operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures. Generate After Action Reports (AARs) for each exercise.Ensure that all federal government, military, and company safety protocols are in place and adhered to.Develop solutions to meet governmental and military program standards, including utilizing off-the-shelf systems and components to adjust targeting payloads and meet test criteria. Show less