Donald Dowdle
About Donald Dowdle
Donald Dowdle is an Electrical Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories with experience in antenna pattern measurements, system-level project management, and web design.
Current Position at Sandia National Laboratories
Donald Dowdle is currently employed at Sandia National Laboratories as an Electrical Engineer. He has been with the organization since 2007, based in Livermore, California. His role involves delivering several payloads to a Department of Defense customer and performing system-level project management as a control account manager. Dowdle has completed Sandia's Weapon Intern Program, where he learned about stockpile history and stewardship.
Previous Experience in Electrical Engineering
Prior to his current role, Donald Dowdle worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Utah from 2005 to 2007. During his time there, he conducted antenna pattern measurements in an anechoic chamber. Additionally, Dowdle gained initial industry experience in 2004 at the University of Arkansas as an Undergraduate Summer Research Intern.
Educational Background in Electrical Engineering
Donald Dowdle studied Electrical Engineering at the University of Utah, earning both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree over the course of eight years. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his career in the electrical engineering field.
Web Design Projects and Skill Enhancement
In addition to his professional responsibilities, Donald Dowdle has designed websites for Rose Creek Dental and Willow Tree Dental as side projects. To further enhance his skills, he developed 'Meat Draft' to improve his PHP knowledge and 'Paid Family Leave' to learn JavaScript.
Technical Expertise and Tools Used
Donald Dowdle's expertise includes performing link budget simulations using System Tool Kit and system modeling with SysML. His comprehensive technical skill set supports his contributions to system-level engineering and project management.