Chris White

Detailed Work History...

Civilian Experience:

Hughes Network Systems

North Las Vegas, NV. Jan. 2011 to March 2024

RF Engineer III

Oversee installation, testing, operations, and maintenance of satellite earth station equipment and service resolution of technical issues. Operate and maintain RF subsystem (RFS), Gateway System Controller (GSC), Ground Based Beam Forming Equipment (GBBF), MSS Communications Processor (MCP), Satellite Base Station Subsystem (SBSS), Satellite Base Access Subsystem (SBAS), and all mechanical and electrical elements of the Teleport. Assume responsibility for escalation and emergency response requests in a 24 x 7 x 365 environment. Occasional work required during maintenance windows, outside of normal working hours. Monitor power, HVAC, fire detection/ suppression, and local security and monitoring systems. Accept and/or approve all invoiced materials and contract labor to include software and hardware delivery, installation, and testing services. Identify root causes on technical problems and develop procedural and technical recommendations for improvement. Plan and coordinate (with Engineering) implementation of new products into the production environment. Monitor specific system limitations to maximize capacity and efficiency. Perform equipment level capacity planning and network performance activities. Maintain equipment inventory and configuration management records, including software releases, patches, etc. Ensure compliance with applicable standards.

Echostar Broadcasting Corp.

Mount Jackson, VA Oct. 2006 to Jan. 2011

Gilbert, AZ Feb. 2006 to Oct. 2006

Engineer 1

Perform Satellite up and down linking of radio-frequency (RF) equipment used in large-scale satellite operations. Perform troubleshooting and repair of Satellite Earth Station equipment including High-Power Amplifiers (HPA), fiber-optic systems, Upconverters, Downconverters, RF switching units, Antenna Control Units (ACU), Low-Noise Amplifiers (LNA) and Low-Noise Block Downconverters (LNB). Monitor transmission streams, working with video and audio quality equipment, sound, color, and frame-accurate timing gear, maintaining the performance of MPEG-2 and 4 digital compression systems. Defining and executing system configuration changes, evaluating and executing hardware/software upgrades. Complete preventative maintenance, assist in build-out/expansion projects, perform systems integration and maintain the overall integrity of the DISH Network services.

Arrowhead Harley-Davidson/Buell

Peoria, AZ Oct. 2005 to Feb. 2006

Porter/Lot Technician

Maintain appearance of new and used motorcycles for the service department and sales. Assist service department technicians and other dealership personnel to maintain an efficient and customer oriented department.

US Postal Service

Overland Park, KS Nov. 2004 to Dec. 2004

Rural Carrier Associate

Part time mail carrier through the Christmas Holiday. Drove USPS postal vehicle on a route of over 400 homes.

TEKsystems

Overland Park, KS July 2001 to Sept. 2001

Network Engineer

Provide on-site Network Management and maintenance at Sprint's University of Excellence in support of the training lab. Equipment included: Ciena DWDM, NEC SONET equipment, Alcatel SONET equipment, TimePlex LINK equipment and various patch and test equipment.

This position terminated suddenly when I was recalled to active military duty after the tragic events of 9/11/2001.

Cisco Systems, Inc.

Overland Park, KS 2000 to 2001

Systems Engineer

Provide personalized support to account managers and customer engineering in direct support of Sprint by responding to written and telephone requests for technical and operational information. Delivered oral presentations on Cisco's Optical Network Switches and Cisco's Transport Manager (EMS), outlining their features and capabilities, to various clients. Installed, tested and demonstrated equipment that garnered a multi-million dollar contract with Sprints M.A.N. project.

TimePlex, Inc.

Lenexa, KS 1995 to 2000

Network Engineer

Provide on-site technical support and Project Management at Sprint's OSSC in support of their TimePlex LINK networks. Utilized UNIX based NMS, Time/View, to monitor, configure and troubleshoot the Sprint SS7 nationwide network.

Clearwater, FL 1989 to 1995

Field Engineer

Responsible for central/southern Florida customer base of over 250 clients, including Sprint, Disney World, Blue Cross & Blue Shield, Harris Corp., Seimens Corp., Great Western Bank, US Navy and US Air Force bases.

Miami, FL 1988 to 1989

Earth Station Manager

Managed and maintained a Satellite Earth Station known as SafeCom.

Sea World of Orlando

Orlando, FL 1988

Security Officer

Responsible for maintaining a safe, orderly atmosphere for the security of patrons and animals in a 24/7 environment with high guest contact. Assisted undercover officers in apprehending shoplifters and ticket scalpers. Provide security for animals with "outdoor" access and routine checks on those locked indoors. Escort shop venders transporting currency.

Military Experience:

Air National Guard – Retired

May 1992 to June 2005

Satellite, Wideband and Telemetry Systems

During my military career, I held and assisted in several key positions. I held Secret and Top Secret security clearances, depending on mission requirements. Called to active military duty after the tragic events of September 11, 2001 in support of Operation “Noble Eagle” and traveled the US in support of Presidential and Vice-Presidential services.

Satellite/Wideband Communications. Supervisor and Manager responsible for the overall management and operation of deployed GMF Satellite Earth Station equipment, personnel, associated RF and test equipment and hardware. AN/TSC-85, AN/TSC-93, AN/TSC-94, AN/TRC-170.

Systems Control. Responsible for all squadron communications work centers. Supervise all communications aspects, from installation, operation and maintenance through completion of mission.

Maintenance Control. Provide management control to monitor, coordinate and direct the use of manpower and materiel in support of all squadron maintenance production.

First Sergeant. Principal advisor to the commander on all issues related to the enlisted force on a wide range of topics including the health, esprit de corps, discipline, well being, professional development and recognition of all assigned enlisted members.

U.S. Air Force - Honorable Discharge

1978 to 1988

Satellite Communications Specialist

Crew Chief and Shift Supervisor. Served on various types of Satellite Communications terminals from small, highly mobile units to large strategic earth stations. I held a Secret security clearance. AN/FSC-78, AN/TSC-54, AN/TSC-100, AN/MSC-46, AN/GSC-52.

Education:

University of Notre Dame- 2010, 2019

Notre Dame, IN.   Executive Certificate in Leadership and Management

Notre Dame, IN.   Certificate in Advanced Intercultural Management

Motorcycle Mechanics Institute - 2006

Phoenix, AZ.   Harley-Davidson Late Models Technologies Certification

Community College of the Air Force - 2005

Maxwell AFB, AL.   Electronic Engineering Technology - 91 Credit Hours

Air University - 1999, 2001

Maxwell AFB, AL.   NCO Academy - Advanced Leadership/Management

Maxwell AFB, AL.   Sr. NCO Academy - Advanced Leadership/Management

Army 7th Signal Corps - 1979, 1981

Fort Gordon, GA.   GMF Satellite Communications and Cryptographies

Fort Gordon, GA.   Satellite Communications Technologies

Air Training Command - 1978, 1982

Keesler AFB, MS.   Basic Leadership and Management

Keesler AFB, MS.   Basic Electronics and Satellite Fundamentals

Additional Training:

Continuing Education through Fred Pryor Seminars in varying disciplines including: Leadership, Management, Supervision, Communications, Professionalism, Business Writing, Training. Received specialized corporate training in Solaris System Administration I and II courses, SONET, DWDM, TDM, ATM, routers, nodal processors, NMS and EMS platforms, various types of test equipment, Professional driving and Customer Relation's skills.

Awards:

Customer Service Award, Hughes - 2020

Top Achiever Award, Hughes - 2019

Employee of the Month Award, Echostar - 2010

Outstanding Contribution Award, Cisco - 2001

Outstanding Contribution Award, TimePlex - 1992

Non-Commissioned Officer of the Quarter Award, USAF - 1984

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Integrity - Service - Excellence

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