1. Joshua.Avila@gmail.com
(234)248-6448
linkedin.com/in/joshuaavila
JOSHUA AVILA
SUMMARY
ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGER
• 5+ years of experience in engineering project management utilizing Agile methodologies
• 10+ years of experience in quality assurance, testing, and systems engineering processes
• Currently working as part of the 3GPP Field Test program, covering multiple wireless technologies from 2G to
4G (GSM/WCDMA/LTE)
• Global scale planning, scheduling and coordination of multiple field test chipset projects and related resources
• Oversee multiple projects to completion on time within strict deadlines without compromising quality or budget
• Tracked key milestones and adjust project plans accordingly
• Define, document, and optimize team strategies and procedures
• Extensive experience creating, developing, and executing test plans
• Lab system and field testing experience covering conformance testing, performance testing, feature
enhancements, and network carrier certifications
• Rewarded with multiple performance recognition company awards
• Willing to relocate
• Authorized to work in the US for any employer
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Agile Methodologies, Project Management, Quality Assurance, Systems Engineering, Testing, Validation,
Verification, MS Project, Field Test, LTE, WCDMA, GSM, WiFi, TCP
• PMP candidate
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
QUALCOMM TECHNOLOGIES INC, San Diego, California (12/2007* – present)
*(12/2007 – 9/2009 contracted through Infinite Spectrum Solutions)
Senior Engineer, Manager - QCT Modem System Test - Field (3GPP Division)
• Management of the 3GPP field test program, covering network carrier acceptance certification, performance
regression, and feature enhancement testing in GSM/WCDMA/LTE technologies
• Planning and coordination of field chipset projects executed on a global scale
• Responsible for tracking key milestones and adjusting project plans accordingly
• Define and optimize team strategies and procedures in order to increase team productivity and efficiency
• Consolidate field data, document lessons learned, provide final reports, and archive project data in order to
close projects
• Developed resource management software to assist in scheduling field projects
• Optimized department-wide status reporting process through standardized interface
• Structured the training process and created training documentation and videos
Senior Engineer - QCT Modem System Test - Lab (SIM/USIM Division)
• Responsible for testing mobile device software related to the UICC interface for conformance tests
according to 3GPP test specs including SIM/USIM & SAT/USAT, new SIM-related features, and AT&T’s
10776 carrier acceptance test plan
• Experience with multiple test system equipment from multiple manufacturers: Agilent, Rohde & Schwarz,
Anite, Spirent, Comprion, Integri
• Close collaboration with developers for reporting, debugging, and reproducing software bugs
• Development of test system automation scripts that improved efficiency of test execution
Senior Engineer - IPS/Customer Test Group (GOBI project)
• Responsible for testing mobile device software related to conformance tests according to 3GPP test specs
and AT&T’s 10776 carrier acceptance test plan
• Experience with multiple test system equipment from multiple manufacturers: Agilent, Rohde & Schwarz,
Anite, Spirent, Comprion, Integri
• Close collaboration with developers for reporting, debugging, and reproducing software bugs
• Develop test plans and execute scenarios to ensure integrity of defined requirements

2. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (continued)
7LAYERS, Irvine, California (05/2005 – 12/2007)
Senior Test System Manager – Conformance Test Group
• Active member of the Certification Lab Team responsible for testing mobile device software and hardware
related to conformance tests according to 3GPP test specs for GCF/PTCRB certification
• Test System manager for multiple test platforms involving the Rohde & Schwarz CRTU-G, Spirent GPS
Simulator, DSPG TTY Modem, and Comprion IT3 SIM simulator
• Execute rigorous training techniques for Test Operators to enhance lab team efficiency
• Maintain project management schedules in order to complete projects on time
• Build customer relationships while directly supporting customers from leading telecommunication
organizations
CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS, Irwindale, California (01/2004 – 07/2004)
High Speed Data Specialist
• Network configuration and troubleshooting across multiple software platforms
• Analyze power and signal output patterns to diagnose WAN issues
TARA GLOBAL CO., Seal Beach, California (07/2002 – 01/2003)
Software & Finance Intern
• Development of financial portfolio management software
• Document and run test cases for quality assurance purposes as well as for use in proposals to financial
institutions
• Web design and maintenance utilizing interactive HTML
OTHER EXPERIENCE
KUCI 88.9 FM - Radio Show Host/Broadcast Journalist
RADIO DISNEY - Field Marketing Promotions Staff
MULTIMODE MEDIA, INC. - Audio Magazine Producer
Experience includes:
• Broadcasting, multimedia, and publishing
• Manage multiple functional area groups contributing to common projects
• Host promotional events to deliver positive high-energy interaction and entertainment for large audiences
• Perform press coverage and interviews for various high profile media events
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE (Graduation date: December 2003)
Major: Information & Computer Science
Bachelor of Science