C OL L E E N W I L L I A MS
TRANSITIONING ENGINEERING PROFESSIONAL-- - https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleen-williams/ | https://github.com/ColleenWilliams/
https://colleenmariewilliams.contently.com/
SUMMARY
Multi-talented professional passionate about creating customized solutions to drive customer engagement.
Extensive experience in evaluating new product designs, through detailed data analysis, to support
business-critical certification. Seeking opportunities to apply engineering skills for new applications.
Talented in communicating complex technical information clearly, concisely, and accurately.
• Extensive work in designing, planning, and executing flight tests, including data analysis and reporting.
• Proficient in Ruby, JavaScript, Ruby on Rails, HTML, CSS, and SQL.
• Some exposure to C, MATLAB, and Python.
EXPERIENCE
COALITION TECHNOLOGIES
Freelance Copywriter
Blogging and product copywriting on various topics including:
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November 2017 – Present
Culver City, CA
Software
Manufacturing and Engineering
Beauty and Health
Home Improvement
Jewelry Design
Professional Résumé Services
Student Loan Services
AEROTEC SEATTLE
December 2015 – January 2017
Flight Test Engineer
Seattle, WA
Developed process specifications for data collection-driven flight-testing programs, collaborating with subject
matter experts on testing and design requirements and scheduling. These process specifications included clear
conceptual overviews of system(s) being tested, followed by detailed procedures for evaluating each
functionality. Focal engineer for developing detailed response plan for in-flight emergencies during flight test
operations. Ensured flight test safety and productivity by monitoring data quality and system performance.
• Presented detailed proposal for enhancing flight test safety through the installation of advanced safety
equipment and providing flight test crews with specialized training.
• Conducted pre-flight briefings, outlining test objectives and test-specific safety concerns to flight test
crews prior to boarding aircraft. Ensured proper aircraft configuration prior to testing.
HONDA AIRCRAFT COMPANY
July 2014 – November 2015
Flight Test Engineer
Greensboro, NC
Supported flight test success by conducting detailed flight test planning, briefing, reporting and data analyses.
Managed production and publication of non-technical and technical documentation, including writing and
revising test plans and reports. Collaborated with subject matter experts on determining test requirements and
problem resolution, and built strong relationships with design engineering teams. Managed internal discussion
forum for tracking engineering issues and their resolutions.
• Designed flight test plan for evaluating aircraft performance during flight in known icing conditions
(FIKI).
• Conducted pre-flight briefings, detailing test objectives and test-specific safety concerns to crews prior
to boarding aircraft.
EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
CERTIFICATIONS
August 2013
Commercial Pilot: Airplane Single-engine Land, Airplane Multi-engine Land, Instrument Rated
