Colin Thomas
About Colin Thomas
Colin Thomas is a Network Administrator at Hendrick Motorsports, where he has worked since 2018. He has a diverse educational background in aircraft maintenance and information technology, and he collaborates with major sponsors to improve operational efficiency.
Work at Hendrick Motorsports
Colin Thomas has been employed at Hendrick Motorsports since 2018, serving as a Network Administrator. His role involves collaborating with sponsors and vendors, including Microsoft and AudioCodes, to improve employee efficiency. Additionally, he has contributed to the development and management of a database that tracks performance data for pit crew teams during race events. He also plays a significant role in managing photo recognition software created by Microsoft, which aids engineers during track events.
Education and Expertise
Colin Thomas has a diverse educational background. He studied Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology at Mohawk Valley Community College from 2006 to 2007. He later pursued Information Technology at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he earned an Associate of Science degree in Healthcare from Midlands Technical College from 2010 to 2011. His technical proficiency includes Siemens controls, Siemens S7, Heidenhain controls, and Mitsubishi Controls, with experience on 3, 5, and 12 axis machines.
Background
Colin Thomas has a background in aircraft maintenance, having worked as an Airframe & Powerplant Technician at STS AeroStaff Services in 2012. He also served as a field service engineer for DMG MORI, focusing on CNC machines. Prior to his current role at Hendrick Motorsports, he worked as a Service Engineer at Ellison Technologies from 2012 to 2015. His experience in these roles has shaped his interest in technology and its applications in various fields.
Professional Experience
Colin Thomas has accumulated significant professional experience over the years. He worked as a Service Engineer at Ellison Technologies for three years, where he gained valuable insights into service and maintenance. His role as a field service engineer at DMG MORI allowed him to specialize in CNC machines. Currently, he has been serving as a Network Administrator at Hendrick Motorsports for six years and has also held an Information Technology Intern position since 2016.
Certifications and Skills
Colin Thomas is a federally certified aircraft technician, which has greatly influenced his career trajectory and interest in technology. His technical skills include proficiency in various control systems, such as Siemens and Mitsubishi, as well as experience with CNC machines. His ability to manage software solutions and databases further demonstrates his technical capabilities in the field of information technology.