JAMES FERGUSON
Ventura, CA ***** • 805-***-**** • ad72l6@r.postjobfree.com
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
15+ years of progressive technical experience in the electronics industry
Previous work in RF/Microwave, aerospace, and manufacturing industries
Results-driven with strong skills in research and development
RF/Microwave – .1-26.5 Ghz
Analog/digital circuitry
Prototype assembly and testing
Production testing and final data
Lean manufacturing processes
US Air Force veteran
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
QA/QC In-Process and Final QA/QC Inspector, Ditec Manufacturing, Carpinteria, CA 2021-2022
QA/QC In-Process and Final QA/QC Inspector, Artisan Vehicle Systems, Camarillo, CA 2017-2021
Performed QA technician functions for manufacturer of electric vehicles
Consultant, Oil, Agriculture and Electronics, Ventura County, CA 2009 – 2016
Offered private consulting to individuals and businesses on oil and agriculture
Provided private consulting to individuals and businesses on home electronics
Test Technician, Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA 2012 – 2013
Tested and took final test data on RF/Microwave switches
R&D Technician, Express Pros, Oxnard, CA 2011 – 2012
Assembled and tested complex electro-mechanical systems
Performed quality control on units delivered to customers
Troubleshot returned units and repaired
RF/Microwave Technician, Channel Microwave, Camarillo, CA 2007 – 2009
Tuned and tested microwave devices including: isolators, circulators, and filters
Performed acceptance test procedures
Senior Electro-Mechanical Technician, Imation, Camarillo, CA 2002 – 2006
Assisted engineers in the upgrade and modification of complex electro-mechanical systems
Maintained all servo writers in production
Performed preventative maintenance procedures on servos
Senior Microwave Technician (Part-time), Delta Microwave, Oxnard, CA 2004 – 2005
Tuned and tested microwave filters
Troubleshoot and repaired complex electro-mechanical devices
Took VSWR, gain flatness, and ATP final data
EDUCATION
Pierce College, Woodland Hills, CA AS in Electronics
United States Air Force Electronics