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Experience

Work History

2022 - Present

Radiographic Data Analyst

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Livermore, California

Advanced data acquisition, reconstruction, and analysis supporting U.S. national security initiatives. Identified and defined complex problems, providing actionable solution recommendations. Authored and presented comprehensive reports on intricate concepts to diverse stakeholders. Developed innovative inspection strategies to achieve programmatic objectives. Researched emerging industrial technologies to expand organizational capabilities. Represented LLNL at enterprise partner sites and industry conventions, fostering key relationships.

2021 - 2022

Nondestructive Evaluation Technician

Industrial Inspection & Analysis

Sunnyvale, California

Nondestructive evaluation of electronic, aerospace, defense, and medical components by use of Particle Impact Noise Detection, Radiography, Ultrasonics,  Magnetic Particle Testing, and Dye Penetrant Inspection methods in accordance with NAS-410 in a NADCAP-accredited laboratory.

Inspection of electronic components in accordance with MIL-STD-883.

Education

2023 - Present

Bachlors of Science in Engineering Technology

College of Engineering

DeVry University

In pursuit of my bachelor's degree, I am focused on developing expertise in emerging IoT technologies, programming, machine learning, circuit analysis, signal analysis, and automation and control. I intend on integrating these skills to aid in the development of radiography systems. 

2025

Certification of Specialization -

Nuclear Weapons Orientation Course

The course objective is to provide an overview of the U.S. Nuclear Weapons Program including issues and challenges facing the program today. It specifically covers the functional areas of nuclear weapons fundamentals, effects, stockpile issues, safety, security, operational effectiveness, and proliferation concerns. 

2020 - 2021

Nondestructive Evaluation Level I,II

School of Nondestructive Testing

The Ocean Corporation

During my NDT studies, I gained a strong foundation for manufacturing processes, the industrial application of NDT, and all nondestructive evaluation methods. During this time I fulfilled my educational hours in accordance with ANST-SNT-TC-1A to qualify for level I and II in the following methods: VT, PT, MT, UT, ET, and RT.

2018 - 2020

Certificate of Achivement - Welding Technology

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Certificate of Achivement - Welding Technology Structural Steel

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Welding Technology Structural Steel - Welding Technology Pipe

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During my studies at Cuesta College, I focused on medallurgy and the molecular effect that welding has on metals. I also studied how metals are affected by nuclear materials, specifically in a four-loop pressurized nuclear reactor. I was certified as an American Welding Society D1.1 Welder during this time.

Department of Fabrication

Cuesta College

Volunteering

2023 - Present

Vice Chair

American Society for Nondestructive Testing

Golden Gate Section

Responsible for the organization of events, ASNT National Relations,  distribution of newsletters, and member management.

2022 - 2023

Secretary

American Society for Nondestructive Testing

Golden Gate Section

Responsible for the organization of events, distribution of newsletters, and member management.

2022 - Present

Board Member

Materials Engineering Division's Social Committee 

Responsible for the planning and organization of events for a workforce of 500+ employees.

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

2022 - Present

Board Member

Materials Engineering Division's Safety Committee

Responsible for the planning of events with a focus on building an exemplary safety culture.

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Professional Skillset

Volume Graphics

Certified Solidworks Associate

Advanced Data Reconstruction

Advanced Data Acquisition

Finite Element Analysis

Radiological Containment

Qualifications and Certifications

DOE Q Clearance

Transportation Workers Identification Credential

AWS D1.1 Certified Welder

Explosives Handler

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