GEORGE D.

VANTASSEL
(603) 455-5037 gv103834@westpost.net
SENIOR RF/MICROWAVE TECHNICIAN
Excellence in Performance and Service

PROFILE
Highly accomplished and experienced Senior Electronics Technician with a record
of success guiding all aspects of optimizing Design and Testing operations for w
orld-class manufacturing. Extensive and diverse experience in active and passive
components with an extensive background in production test and engineering supp
ort, recognized expert in RF/Microwave technologies. Detail oriented professiona
l with excellent organizational and Project Management skills, an innovative pro
blem solver, with the ability to get things done.
Proven skills utilized in directing the efforts of cross-functional teams and cr
oss discipline resources. Versatile skill set and knowledge of Industry Standard
test equipment, such as Vector and Scalar Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers
, PNA's, and Signal Generators. A builder of high performance technical and busi
ness projects and a natural Leader and Mentor who thrives in environments requir
ing a high level strategist and a big picture thinker.
Able to remain calm and work well in high-pressure situations, constantly seekin
g new challenges, a professional and driven individual with both a strong work e
thic and the desire to exceed expectations. Always on schedule and under budget,
detailed oriented, able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks while effective
ly achieving and exceeding project goals
Adept at quickly and efficiently resolving pressing manufacturing issues with a
deliberative and strategic approach, while consistently identifying and deployin
g insightful and cost-saving process improvements. Widely recognized as a quick
learner and articulate communicator with excellent organizational skills.

CORE COMPETENCIES
Problem Analysis and Resolution * Training and Development * Project Management
Effective Engineering and Design * Process Improvement * RF/Microwave Testing
Quality Standards * Process Review and Improvement * Client Management
Active Security Clearance
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CPI Beverly Microwave Division Beverly, MA 2007-2009
Senior RF Technician
Assemble, test, tune and troubleshoot Waveguide Receiver Protector units. Interf
ace closely with engineering to resolve test failures and production issues. Foc
us on safety and ensure compliance with standard procedures.
Conduct high power testing using up to 10 kilowatts.

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RF Logic Hudson, NH 2006-2007
Temporary Technician
Extremely fast paced harness and cable production environment. Test and debug mu
ltiple types of wiring harnesses and cables.

Sage Laboratories, A Filtronic Company Hudson, NH 2004-2006

Engineering Aide
Tune, test, and troubleshoot a variety of active and passive RF and Microwave co
mponents such as Mixers, Amplifiers, Threshold Detectors, Filters, Rotary Joints
, Power Dividers, Couplers, Phase Shifters, and MFA's. Trained technicians as ne
eded. Coordinate with Engineers, ensuring a smooth product transition in and out
of Testing process.

M/A-COM Inc., A Tyco Electronics Company Lowell, MA. 1990-2003

Engineering Specialist
Supervised technical aspects of strip line and resistive product lines, producin
g components such as couplers, power dividers, hybrids, terminations, and attenu
ators, operated in the frequency range of DC to 50 GHz. Worked closely with Manu
facturing Engineers to optimize product designs and manufacturing methods to imp
rove productivity and reduce costs.
Generated and implemented test and assembly procedures for new and existing prod
ucts. Designed and built test fixtures and assembly tooling where needed. Interp
reted a variety of procedures, technical documents, and verbal instructions. Ass
isted technicians in testing and troubleshooting diversified passive products. T
rained technicians and coached them in the acquisition of new skills to improve
productivity.
Supported and represented off-shore manufacturing efforts within the organizatio
n for more than three years. Provided test and manufacturing support for Dominic
an Republic facility. Oversaw and coordinated transfer of new products off-shore
. Conducted training in assembly and test methods as needed to support new produ
cts and off-shore staff.
Initiated and implemented over 70 product design improvements resulting in subst
antial cost reductions and productivity increases.
Consistently exceeded production and engineering quotas.

MILITARY SERVICE
United States Navy 1975-1981
Sonar Technician First Class (E-6)
Maintained and operated sonar systems and auxiliary equipment. Supervised 15 tec
hnicians. Honorably discharged.

TRAINING
Military equivalent of American Society of Engineering Education Certificate