Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
Master of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Spring 1999.
Bachelor of Computer Science and Engineering, Spring 1998.
Courses include: Embodied Intelligence, Digital Systems Laboratory, Circuits and Electronics, Laboratory in Software Engineering, Autonomous Robot Design, Signals and Systems, Computer System Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Computer System Architecture, Computation Structures

Roselle Park High School, Roselle Park, NJ
Valedictorian, Spring 1993.

Experience

I Square Systems, Newport, RI
Principal Electrical Systems Engineer - Summer 2013 to present

Designed, developed, prototyped, tested, integrated specialized RF, electronic control, and power systems for submarine antennas, sonar, and communication systems. Performed engineering design, analysis and modeling for systems requirements analysis and trade off studies for configuration selection and risk assessment reviews. Developed associated engineering drawing, test plans, engineering reports, and technical data packages for design and development efforts. Supported technical engineering design reviews and actively supported government and contractor Integrated Product Development Teams for assigned projects. Supported configuration management audits, engineering change packages development and reviews.

Mobius Imaging, Ayer, MA
Consultant - Summer 2013 to present
Principal Electrical Engineer - Spring 2009 to Summer 2013

As the leader of a small team of electrical engineers, I am responsible for all aspects of the electrical systems of the Airo, an advanced surgical CT scanner, from early concept through product obsolescence.

Some of my specific engineering duties include system architecture; electrical architecture; development of new technologies, including an advanced CT X-ray detector; the design of circuitry for control systems, batteries, motion control, power distribution, and safety; and firmware development. I am also responsible for participating in project management, regulatory compliance and testing, transfer to manufacturing, and ongoing reliability improvements. Several of the key enabling technologies are my invention and have been included in patents by the company.

Patents:

  • US20180353143A1 Multi-Directional X-ray Imaging System
  • US9962132B2 Multi-directional X-ray imaging system with single support column
  • US20140139215A1 Vertical Scan Imaging System
  • US20140003572A1 Method and system for x-ray ct imaging
  • US9526461B2 Multi-plane x-ray imaging system and method
  • EP2858573A1 Detector system for imaging device
  • US9737273B2 Mobile x-ray imaging system
  • US8770839B2 Diagnostic imaging apparatus with airflow cooling system
  • US8753009B2 Drive system for imaging device

Medtronic Navigation, Littleton, MA
Staff Electrical Engineer - Spring 2007 to Spring 2009
Breakaway Imaging, Littleton, MA
Principal Electrical Engineer - Fall 2003 to Spring 2007

As the sole electrical designer among a small team of engineers, I was responsible for the architecture, design, documentation, and testing of all electrical systems in the O-arm 1000(R). This device combines volumetric (3-D) X-ray imaging with sophisticated robotic motion control into an advanced surgical imaging scanner. As a medical device, the system is required by the FDA to meet IEC60601 and IEC60950 safety standards and have FCC, TUV and CE certifications for worldwide distribution. Some of my specific duties included the design of circuitry for motion control, timing, power distribution, and patient safety systems; integration of third-party devices; management of vendors; and supervision of technicians. We shipped the first units in April 2006, and they have assisted in more than a million successful surgeries. Breakaway Imaging was purchased by Medtronic Navigation in June 2007.

Awards:

  • Medtronic Technical Contributor of the Year, 2007

Bluefin Robotics, Cambridge, MA
Electrical Engineer - Fall 2001 to Fall 2003

I designed and developed several custom electrical printed circuits for use in Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs). My projects included motion control, battery conditioning, power distribution, and safety systems. Key requirements called for extremely low power usage, high reliability, and ease of use in harsh underwater environments.

ArsDigita University, Cambridge, MA
Chief Teaching Assistant - Summer 2000 to Summer 2001

ADUni was an intensive one-year Computer Science program for thirty-six post-baccalaureate students. As the head TA, I supervised other TAs, instructed classes, designed curriculum, assisted students, and managed day-to-day operations for every class the university offered. Unfortunately, the program was only funded for one year and was forced to close down.

Skills

Strong leadership, communication, and teaching skills.
Architecture and design of highly reliable systems.
Full product lifecycle from concept to production and support.
Design for manufacture, test, and compliance.
Development of processes and procedures.
Love for engineering and robotics.

Digital, mixed-signal, power, and analog circuit design.
Small microcontrollers and embedded control systems.
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design, layout, and fabrication.
C/C++ and other programming languages.