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John Pina

San Jose

Summary

Proven track record of developing NPI and transferring programs to Tier 1 contract manufacturers for volume production. Accomplishments include manufacturing FSO communication systems, augmented reality (AR) Eyeglass Displays, Advanced HMD, HUD and Heads Down Display technologies. Proficient at working cross-functionally, driving solutions to complex, multi-disciplinary projects involving hardware/software interfaces, optoelectronics, and mechanical aspects, while working with internal and external customers, and managing vendors and contract manufacturers.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Test PM

Taara Connect, Inc
Sunnyvale
01.2024 - Current
  • Responsible for End of Line Testing on FSOC laser communication terminals.
  • Streamline and enhance Engineering test processes to move more efficient methods to volume Manufacturing.
  • Bring up and support new Contract Manufacturers (CM) both domestically and internationally.
  • Train CM Engineers to build, calibrate new test benches and perform End of the Line Product testing as well as assist with product assembly, fiber optic splicing, cleaning and troubleshooting when a test fails.
  • Work with SW team to update and enhance SW to better and more efficiently test product to reduce throughput time, hands on time and merge or eliminate tests all together when not necessary anymore.
  • Work with SW and HW Engineers to identify and resolve new product hardware interface issues.

FSOC Test Engineer

Google X
Mountain View
01.2019 - 01.2024
  • Provide and improve End of Line testing on laser communication links.
  • Improve Engineering test systems to transfer to Contract Manufacturer, train and provide ongoing support.
  • Define test parameters, i.e. Pass/Fail criteria, test metrics and ensure product meets factory and customer functionality specifications while ensuring delivery within time to market.
  • Work with software, hardware engineering teams to automate test procedures.

Senior Optical Engineer

Excelitas Technologies Corp.
Fremont
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Develop, test and approve new optical designs for new NIR Fusion product line while providing ongoing support for existing commercial and government product lines.
  • Ramping up NPI including developing specifications, assembling and testing near diffraction limited, high resolution cameras to current customer specifications and assessing risks to function, assembly and schedules.
  • Interface with customers fulfilling requests and ECN's. Interface with suppliers generating quotes, lead times and ensuring on time deliveries.
  • Lead engineer with machine vision systems developing MTF and interferometric testing and component characterization.

Test Engineering Manager

AOptix Technologies, Inc
Campbell
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Interview prospective operators and technicians to support RF test lab, 10K clean room and production floor activities, and train new operators.
  • Manage RF test lab and consistently evaluate resource and equipment needs to ensure lab runs smoothly and effectively based on current demands.
  • Monitor the work schedule of test engineers ensuring the work demand on multiple projects is effectively completed.
  • Manage suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of test equipment and ensure functionality is within design specification.
  • Effectively collaborate and troubleshoot with RF Engineering to solve complex radio issues.
  • Run and optimize End-of-Line tests ensuring product is completely calibrated and meets highest quality of excellence within time to market.

Sr. System Test Engineer

AOptix Technologies, Inc
Campbell
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Developed manufacturing test stations, test procedures, and purchased $350K in test Equipment to transition program from Engineering to Production and on to tier 1 contract manufacturer.
  • Ramp up to speed quickly for transitioning E-Band and FSO/Fiber optic payload assemblies from Engineering to Operations and worked effectively with the Optical and RF engineering team to debug/solve complex issues, and document ECOs.
  • Designed semi-automatic test hardware with SW Engineering team leading to higher test station productivity.
  • Screened vendors and developed a custom BERT that incorporated an optical switch, dual channel SFPs and integrated VOA reducing the optical loss from standard test equipment by 2dB. It also combined three test configurations into one static system reducing operator touch time.
  • Increased throughput on test bench from one PCB at a time to 20 PCBs at a time.
  • Effectively analyze problems through the use of past experience, accomplish objectives while meeting standards of quality, and consistently meet demands of cross functional groups.

Sr. Optical Test Engineer

OSTERHOUT DESIGN GROUP
San Francisco
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Ramped up new multi-million dollar programs from concept design to production by collaborating cross-functionally developing military grade AR headsets using HMD technology, which included optical designs, optical testing, rapid prototyping, supporting customer demonstrations, and meeting critical deliveries.
  • Oversee optical technicians in support of R&D and Production deliverables while maintaining hands-on investigation of complex issues.
  • Manage and set up new optical lab including selecting and purchasing $100K optical photometric equipment, setting up lab layout for best efficiency and productivity, and determining tests to qualify AR headsets and scanner products.
  • SME in designing and qualifying new optics for FIPS 201 certification on Mobile Personal Identification Verification (PIV) devices on palm and finger print scanners, including computer-aided design to validate performance, performing necessary tests, and analyzing results.

Education

Project and Program Management Certificate -

UCSC
Santa Clara, CA
01-2017

MBA -

The University of Phoenix Online
01-2013

BS - Optical Engineering

The University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ

Skills

  • LabVIEW programming
  • Test automation and quality assurance
  • Process optimization and risk assessment
  • Cross-functional collaboration and coordination
  • Technical documentation and effective communication
  • Team leadership and training development
  • Time management and resource management
  • Vendor sourcing and compliance monitoring
  • Project tracking and procedure development
  • Root-cause analysis and problem solving
  • Coaching and mentoring skills
  • Systems implementation expertise
  • Subject matter research proficiency
  • Python coding and Visual Basic applications
  • ZEMAX optical design and AutoCAD LT drafting
  • SolidWorks CAD modeling and MathCAD calculations
  • MATLAB computational tools and Photoshop design skills
  • SAP enterprise solutions and Arena simulation capabilities

Timeline

Manufacturing Test PM

Taara Connect, Inc
01.2024 - Current

FSOC Test Engineer

Google X
01.2019 - 01.2024

Senior Optical Engineer

Excelitas Technologies Corp.
01.2017 - 01.2019

Test Engineering Manager

AOptix Technologies, Inc
01.2012 - 01.2016

Sr. System Test Engineer

AOptix Technologies, Inc
01.2012 - 01.2016

Sr. Optical Test Engineer

OSTERHOUT DESIGN GROUP
01.2010 - 01.2012

Project and Program Management Certificate -

UCSC

MBA -

The University of Phoenix Online

BS - Optical Engineering

The University of Arizona

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