John Breckenridge
About John Breckenridge
John Breckenridge is a Staff Mechanical Specialist at National Instruments in Santa Rosa, California, with over 40 years of experience in the electronics and mechanical design industry.
Current Role at NI
John Breckenridge currently holds the position of Staff Mechanical Specialist at National Instruments (NI) in Santa Rosa, California, United States. His role at NI involves utilizing his extensive expertise in electronics and mechanical design, particularly focused on working within the parameters of the company's standards and requirements.
Previous Experience at National Instruments
John Breckenridge worked at National Instruments in several capacities between 2018 and 2021. He served as an RF Hardware Technician Specialist for three years, building on his skills in RF hardware and electronics. Prior to that, he held the position of Sr. RF Electronics Technician for two months in 2018, using his expertise to contribute to the company’s projects and initiatives.
Career at Microsemi, Inc.
Before joining National Instruments, John Breckenridge worked for Microsemi, Inc. as an Electrical Engineering Technician for eleven years, from 2007 to 2018. His responsibilities during this time encompassed various facets of electrical engineering, allowing him to further hone his skills in the industry.
Long Tenure at Hewlett-Packard
John Breckenridge had an extensive career at Hewlett-Packard, spanning 26 years. He began as an Electronics Technician from 1977 to 1983, and later served as a Technical Writer from 1983 to 2003. Over these two decades, he gained significant experience in technical writing and electronics, contributing to numerous technical documents and projects.
Education and Specialized Training
John Breckenridge attended Santa Rosa Junior College, where he studied Electronics Technology and Machine Tool Technology, earning an Associate of Science (AS) degree in 1998. This educational background laid the foundation for his long and varied career in the electronics and mechanical design industry.