Engineering Wireless Technologies Expert Witness

Engineering/Operations Executive

Demonstrated expertise in RF Engineering & Mobile/Wireless Operations
Technologically sophisticated executive with solid history leading all facets of engineering project life cycles to align technology solutions with current and emergent business needs. Diverse experience across various communications systems including wired/wireless backhaul technologies and fiber technologies. Recognized for consistently steering projects toward completion within budget, on time, and having met/exceeded expectations. Skilled trainer and team leader; able to guide and contribute to all facets of qualification, integration, and testing of sophisticated telecommunication and network systems. Exemplary leadership and communication skills and excels in demanding environments.

Technical and Management Strengths:

• Project Management
• Budget Management
• Strategy & Execution
• Testing Methodologies
• Development & Execution
• Quality Assurance
• System Optimization
• Key Client Relations
• Team Building / Leadership

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

GOOGLE, INC. MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA
Technical Account Manager (Contractor), 2016-2018

• Technical manager and direct interface with Carriers in the USA and International for the Certification and Type Acceptance of the Pixel, Pixel XL,
• Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL Android Mobile/Smartphones from Google.

Key Achievements:

• Drive features, requirements, and deliverables for Carriers.
• Project management and scheduling
• Issue management and tracking (ALM, Buganizer, Jira)
• Lab Visits and supervision – ensured testing was proceeding smoothly and communicated back to HQ (T-Mobile Czech Republic and DTAG Germany)
• Maintenance releases testing, scheduling, and acceptance.
• Compliance Matrices, Requirement Documents, Product Road-Maps
• Direct interface with Verizon, Sprint, US-Cellular, DTAG, T-Mobile CZ, and Fi
• Google TAM for Sprint, US-Cellular and Project Fi
• Prototype to Type Acceptance full life cycle management of Google Pixel product lines

IN-COMMON, San Jose, CA
Founder & Owner, 2008 – Present

• Provide extensive technical expertise in consulting and/or contracting to mobile developers and cellular operator on behalf of a diverse array of clientele.

Key Achievements:

• Devise and provide comprehensive QA and SQA solutions to clients in testing of mobile handsets and wireless devices.
• Conduct actual testing, certification, interoperability, and type acceptance of mobile phones, tablets, pads, and wireless devices for such high profile companies as T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, and various other world-wide cellular operators.
• Expertly design and optimize cellular and microcellular fixed and mobile networks.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on mobile handset/cellular/RF operations and processes in regards to possible patent infringements and trade secrets, collaborating with distinguished law firms and testifying in courts of law.

CROCUS TECHNOLOGY, INC. San Clara, CA
Senior Director of Engineering – Strategic Projects, 2012 – 2014

• Employed extensive mobile device/RF expertise to guide and orchestrate operations associated with ground-breaking technologies related to Magnetic Logic Units (MLUs).

Key Achievements:

• Facilitated characterization of a new type MTJ based power amplifiers up to 100 GHz and a new type MTJ based Sensors for 3-Axis direction sensing, automotive, and high temperature applications.
• Played an integral role in various patent processes, discussions, fillings, and applications.
  Key player on executive team, supporting business development activities, customer presentations, and demos.

GOOGLE, INC., Mountain View, CA
Senior Consultant – Field Engineering (Contract), 2007 – 2008

• Taken on to oversee QA, field testing, and certification needs on the first Android mobile phone.

Key Achievements:

• Worked directly on the certification and approvals for the T-Mobile G1 within the US and Europe.
• Served as primary point of contact for certification and Terminal Acceptance (TA) criteria.
• Performed extensive analyses of GSM, UMTS, HsDPA/HsUPA, technologies, firmware/protocol logs, radio propagation, and field test results.

PALM, INC. Sunnyvale, CA
Senior Manager – APAC Carrier QA, 2005 – 2007

• Developed and managed expansive cross-functional teams through complex QA operations of company products in Asia and Oceania.

Key Achievements:

• Strategically
• Recipient of the Palm Excellence Award in 2006.
• Led test and validation teams across the world.
• Spearheaded numerous initiatives to slash expenses and increase efficiency company-wide.

NEXTG NETWORKS, Milpitas, CA
Director of RF Engineering, 2004 – 2005

• Oversaw and managed all RF engineering operations, designing and implementing microcellular networks and coordinating a top-notch team of technical professionals.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully designed complex link budgets for RF over fiber equipment in diverse environments utilizing multiple technologies.
• Led deployment of Actual Fiber DAS networks in various environments, technologies, and equipment types.
• Played an integral role in assisting Sales/Marketing to develop presentations and demos.
• Completed all necessary Bills of Materials, project budgeting, and procurement needs.
• Additional professional experience in RF Engineering & Quality Assurance

EDUCATION & SKILLS

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, College Park, MD

Technical Proficiencies:

• Wireless Technologies/Protocols:AMPS/N-AMPS, TDMA, GSM/GPRS/EDGE, UMTS/HsDPA/HsPA, LTE, CDMA/EvDO, iDEN, WiFi/UMA/OFDM,
• Spread Spectrum, Paging, satellite, Two Way Radio
• Fiber Technologies:WDM, CWDM, Multimode, Digital & Analog,Optical Switching
• Testing:Mobile Handsets, Smartphone’s, PDA’s, Cellular Phones, field-testing