Darin Harris
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Darin Harris

Darin R. Harris ------------
3055 McCulloch Blvd N., Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 ------------

Summary of Qualifications
• Managed a diverse staff of 65 instructors and over 250 students in a technical school environment
• 13 years specializing in satellite communication systems planning, operations and component repair
• 29 years of experience in the component level repair of numerous communications systems
• Computer hardware, networking and software skills
• Exceptional ability to learn and comprehend complex systems, methods and applications
• Excellent interpersonal skills and problem solving capability
• Highest clearance held, Department of Defense Top Secret/SCI
Experience
2018-Present – A&A Electronics Assembly Inc., Lake Havasu City, AZ
Systems Specialist
? Aegis Software FactoryLogix NPI System Specialist lead for implementing all new circuit board assembly processes.
? Maintain all production equipment used in assembling customer circuit boards including all Surface Mount Technology equipment, X-Ray and Optical Inspection equipment.
2011-2018 – Glidewell Dental, Newport Beach, CA
Desktop Systems Specialist
? Primary 24 hour onsite and remote service to New West Dental Ceramics in Lake Havasu City, Arizona and Las Vegas Digital Dental Solutions in Nevada.
? Supported multiple 3 dimensional computer-aided design systems consisting of scanners, computers, 4 axis cnc mills, and 3 dimensional printers.
? Performed maintenance on two server rooms consisting of physical and virtual servers and Cisco network switches.
? Maintained two Cisco telephone systems.
? Provided technical support for network security digital video recorders and all security cameras.
? Utilized Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager for onsite and remote technical support for two labs and over 170 computer systems using Microsoft Office, proprietary company software, and networked printers.
? Managed customer service requests using Microsoft Dynamics Customer Relationship Management and IT Service Management software.
? Maintained inventory control of all information technology equipment and order assets and supplies as needed.
2010-2011 – DRS Technical Services Inc., Dulles, VA
Satcom Specialist III
? Provided mission essential Software/System Field & Logistic Satellite Communications Operation and Maintenance support for the X-band & Terrestrial Circuit between Molesworth, UK and Kandahar, Afghanistan, under Defense Information Systems Agency.
? Constructed two 4.9 meter satellite antennas in Kandahar, Afghanistan. Installed internal and external cabling and all rack equipment associated with terminal operation. Configured modems, controllers, high power amplifiers and conducted compliance testing required to bring services online.
? Installed a wired and wireless computer network including an Internet Protocol telephone on one 1.8 meter satellite dish using an IDirect modem in order to manage functions of Kandahar work site.
2006-2010 - Marine Corps Communication Electronic School, 29 Palms, CA
Training Section Supervisor
? Directed the daily operations of 6 technical courses consisting of 65 instructors and an average daily number of over 250 entry level students.
? Certified formal school instructor, evaluator, curriculum developer and administrator for the Department of Defense.
? Reviewed all training materials and administrative correspondence to ensure accuracy and to implement updated policies and procedures.
? Monitored classes and performed routine counseling to promote continued success of the instructor staff and the program.
? Provided administrative counseling and guidance to students on academic performance, as well as personal and professional conduct.
? Monitored budget parameters for training courses and ensured spending requests were submitted properly, funds allotted correctly, and budget maintained.
? Conducted liaison with internal and external agencies, directing personnel to appropriate support activities.
? Evaluated performance of personnel in order to recommend promotions, determine job placement and continued job retention.
? Used assorted Department of Defense software to maintain personnel files, inventory databases, training materials and correspondence.
? Participated in a multi-disciplinary project team comprised of technical and managerial professionals to finalize a job task analysis for the Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT). Results were used in the development of training methods and operational procedures for the new satellite communications system.
2003-2006 – 2nd Marine Division Communication Company, Jacksonville, NC
Satellite Communications Technician
? Supervised the operations and maintenance support for 13 wideband satellite communication terminals and 16 operators spread out over southern Iraq for 12 months.
? Solely responsible for providing a central location and liaison for all warranty repair items for 2nd Marine Division during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Shipped, monitored and tracked a repair part inventory in excess of $5 million traveling between repair facilities in the United States and terminals in Iraq.
? Maintained critical communication systems architecture as a system control watch officer for Al Anbar province Iraq.
? Performed the duties as a satellite communications planner for MILSTAR systems using Annex K and Satellite Access Authorization messages to provide planning/scheduling, resource allocation and conflict resolution.
2001-2002 - Nextel Communications, Garden City, NY
Independent Contractor Field Technical Engineer
? Worked independently at remote sites and various locations. Replaced faulty equipment and installed additional equipment required to allow for increased call volume. Conducted parts inventories.
? Fabricated and replaced antenna cables between systems and antenna towers.
? Replace outdated Motorola IDEN cellular equipment with updated technologies.
1991-2003 – 9th Communication Battalion, Oceanside, CA; 6th Communication Battalion, Brooklyn, NY
Satellite Communications Technician
? Managed over 50 electronic maintenance Marines in Kuwait and Iraq for 6 months.
? Served as Battalion maintenance chief overseeing daily processing reports, equipment repair orders and all submitted parts requests. Managed maintenance budget and allotted funds. Conducted inspections of maintenance areas to ensure compliance with orders.
? Performed component level measurement and alignment of voice and data traffic characteristics and maintained the inventory of over $9 million of secure tactical Super High Frequency (SHF) satellite data communications systems and antennas.
? Safety Manager for U.S. Marine Reserve facilities. OHSA, Laser Cat II certified.
? Practical knowledge with the operation of signal generators, frequency counters, spectrum analyzers, power meters, data generators, directional couplers, attenuators, oscilloscopes, multi-meters and working knowledge of tactical and commercial fiber optic cable repair.
Education and Training
Curriculum Administrator’s Course – U.S. Marine Corps, Twentynine Palms CA, 2007
Formal School Instructor Course – U.S. Marine Corps, Twentynine Palms CA, 2007
Electronic Maintenance Supervisor’s Course – U.S. Marine Corps, Twentynine Palms CA, 2006
Secure Mobile Anti-Jam Reliable Tactical Terminal (SMART-T) Network Managers Course – Raytheon, Camp Lejeune NC, 2004
MILSTAR Communications Planning System Course – U.S. Army, Fort Gordon GA, 2004 Staff Noncommissioned Officer Academy Advanced Leadership Course – U.S. Marine Corps, Camp Lejeune NC, 2002
Collateral Duty Safety Managers Course – U.S. Marine Corps, Fort Worth TX, 1999
Laser Safety CAT II Course – U.S. Marine Corps, Fort Worth TX, 1999
Module Test and Repair Program – U.S. Marine Corps, Camp Pendleton CA, 1997
Ground Mobile Forces Satellite Technician Course – U.S. Marine Corps, Fort Gordon GA, 1995
Noncommissioned Officer Basic Course – U.S. Marine Corps, Twentynine Palms CA, 1994 Ground Radio Repair/Radio Fundamentals/Basic Electronics Course – U.S. Marine Corps, Twentynine Palms CA, 1991
Northern State University – Aberdeen SD, 1986-1989, completed 43 hours in general studies