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Ryan Nichols
OBJECTIVE
To find challenging and enjoyable work in the entertainment industry
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS
Higher Education
IPC-7711 and IPC-7721 certification 2011
2013 – 2014 Ivy Tech Community College, Bloomington, IN, Associates Degree, Computer Information Systems
1998 – 2000 Ivy Tech Community College, Bloomington, IN, Associates Degree, Electronic Technologies
1995 – 1998 Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, Arts & Sciences, Art (Transferred)
Military Education
1989 – 1994 United States Army – 31C Single Channel Radio Operator; 11B Infantryman; 11M Mechanized Infantryman; Airborne qualified; Air Assault qualified; Sniper Qualified; EMT certified and nationally registered; Soviet and Warsaw Pact weapons certification; Improvised Explosives qualified
SKILLS/WORK EXPERIENCE
Ivy Tech Community College, Bloomington Indiana (September 2013 – August )
OVERVIEW: Working towards an AAS in Computer Information Technology with a focus on Network Administration using Cisco Systems products. Has completed the four classes needed to take the CCNA. Completion of the AAS will be done via online classes through the summer session.
Currently in class for the Cisco CCNA, Comptia N+, A+, and Security + certifications.
• Networking: Coursework focused on developing in-depth knowledge and technical skills related to creating and maintaining computer network systems (Focus in Cisco Systems).
• Computer Security: Coursework focused on developing in-depth knowledge and technical skills related to network and information security.
• PC Support and Administration: Coursework focused on developing in-depth knowledge and technical skills related to assisting computer users with software, hardware and network needs.
• PC Technician and repair: Course work focused on the maintenance and repair of hardware and software issues on client and server systems.
Eco-Systems, Inc., Bloomington, Indiana (May 2012 – July 2013)
Overview: Provides ecological restoration services to federal, state and private customers throughout the US. Our ecological restoration projects include forest, range, prairie, savannah, and desert restoration, on terrestrial habitats.
• Assist in all aspects of land restoration and protection of watersheds
• Use and maintain tools/equipment – chainsaws; kayaks; light industrial equipment
Building Contractor, Bloomington, Indiana (October 2011 – Present)
Overview: Self-employed construction contracts involving new construction, renovation and remodeling which includes all aspects of building from foundation to finish.
• Design, estimation, excavation/foundation, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing and finishing skills
URS Corporation, Crane Naval Weapons Center, Indiana (March 2010 to September 2011)
Engineering Technician III (Technical Lead)
OVERVIEW: Technical lead in charge of designing and implementing acceptance test procedures of CDS (Control Display Devices) and EO (Electro-optical) display devices. Test scenarios involved the selection, modification of equipment and procedures to adapt to a wide variety of conditions. Technical Lead position responsibility includes communicating instructions regarding objectives, priorities and time constraints of testing while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and in the absence of regulations, exercised judgment to balance conflicting requirements. Subject matter expert called upon to analyze test data and make recommendations as to the serviceability of equipment that deploys to austere and dangerous environments in support of NAVSEA and NAVIR
(Management)
• Exercised safety precautions at all times. Practiced situational awareness regarding all hazards to include high voltage environments, hand tools, toxic fumes and caustic chemicals. Used reliable safety gear and procedures and ensured all team members followed suit.
• Recruited and Interviewed personnel utilizing HR guidelines and procedures.
• Walked new employees through the security process to have them cleared for work assignments.
• Conducted team meetings and submitted progress reports up the chain of command.
• Worked with outside groups and departments to secure additional work for the lab.
• Worked with the customer and government personnel to see that contract requirements were being met.
• Implemented conflict resolution protocols and mediated between the parties when disputes arose.
(Operations and Maintenance)
• Operated, troubleshot, and repaired the MCPU A1-A7, ISP A1-A7, K1, RFD and MFD devices for the OH-58 Kiowa Warrior
• Determined fixtures, designed setup tests and configured instrumentation required to simulate operating conditions
• Utilized AUTOCAD to draft documentation for the USAF Predator Multi-Spectral Targeting System (MTS), MH-60R/S Multi-Mission Helicopters MTS, AH-1W Night Targeting System, AH-1Z Target Sight System, UH-1N/Y Navigational Thermal Imaging System, U.S. Coast Guard Aviation, and Helmet Vision System programs
• Coordinated assignments and efforts among team members, engineers, project managers and procurement personnel
• Interpreted general specifications requirements and adapted these requirements to specific testing needs presented by engineering team
• Responsible for documenting all projects and tests. Called upon frequently to report on test results of any given time period
VT GROUP, Crane Naval Weapons Center, Indiana (May 2004 to March 2010)
OVERVIEW: Performed corrective and preventive maintenance on the OH-58D Kiowa Warrior Control and display subsystems. Duties required knowledge of various test equipment and the PinPoint II diagnostic system. Responsibilities included personnel recommendations for technicians and logisticians to senior staff.
Engineering Technician III (Team Member)
• Documented projects utilizing OrCad (Cadence) software. Schematics often exceeded 50 pages in length
• Utilized AutoCAD to document the USAF Predator Multi-Spectral Targeting System (MTS)
• Project lead to upgrade and revise outdated documents on behalf of SPAWAR contracts
• Communicated to corporate leadership the training status for all team members
Indiana University Cyclotron Facility, Bloomington, Indiana (January 2001 to April 2004)
OVERVIEW: Research technician for Diagnostics Group responsible for overseeing the fabrication and design of diagnostic equipment and systems in support of Proton Therapy Center.
Cyclotron Support Technician II (CST-II)
• Assisted in the design and development of Beam Position Monitor (BPM), Hall probe system, and Faraday Cup system.
Personal Enterprises – Owner/Operator
Ryno Construction Contractor, Bloomington/Bloomfield, Indiana (August 1998 – December 2000)
Overview: Self-employed building contractor for new structures, renovating and remodeling existing buildings.
• Skilled in all phases – design; estimation (time & materials); excavation; foundations; roofing
• Ability to use all materials, wood, metal, plastic, fabrications
• Installed electrical wiring, HVAC systems, plumbing
• Experienced with tools of construction trade, including backhoe, front-loader
Bloomfield Arms & Ammo LLC, dba BAA LLC (May 2008 to Present)
Overview: With 23 years plus experience in the firearms industry, the business is currently managed online. As a manufacturer of both title I and title II firearms the business holds a SOT (Special Occupation Tax) that allows for design, prototyping, modification, manufacturing, and sale of Class III weapons.
• Saw to the daily operations and direction of the business, made all business decisions in conjunction with the business plan.
• Built one off suppressors and modifications to weapons for clients based on client specifications and BAA LLC consultation.
• Well versed in metallurgy and explosive pressures as well as welds and welding to avoid bimetal effects and the compliment of metals in the designs of equipment and devices.
• Conducted Quality Assurance, procurement of parts and inventory, customer relations, documentation management, Hazard and safety analysis, and payroll activities.
• Skilled in the use of metal working machinery, grinders, welders, woodworking tools, and computer aided design tools.
• Educated, trained, and consulted in the use of and implementation of tactical systems and advanced defensive awareness to police and private sector clients.
• Arranged for unique tactical training and consultancy excursions for police, and private clients.
The Swing Rays (August 1996 – present) – Nationally and internationally known musical group in the Americana genre. The group has toured Europe, United States west coast; played with many great musical icons and has one album entitled, “In the Rough.” The band is currently working on their second album which will be released in the summer 2012.
• Managed all aspects of the direction of the business – organized, promoted, booked all engagements and managed the logistics of the tours, including contracts for studio musicians and equipment (averaged 256 shows from 1997-99)
• Wrote 98% of the original compositions and supervised the recording of the material
• Designed all artwork and oversaw the manufacturing and sales of the album
• Worked with distributors and production companies to get the album to national and international markets
Awards: Royalties from BMI on copyrighted compositions from the album, “In the Rough”
Loyal fans and respect from industry peers
Honored with Best of Bloomington Award for recorded song, “Halloween” 1997
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