Jim Novak
About Jim Novak
Jim Novak is a metrologist at Sandia National Laboratories with over two decades of experience, specializing in DC measurements.
Title and Current Role
Jim Novak is a Metrologist currently employed at Sandia National Laboratories. He has held this role since 2002, accumulating over two decades of experience in metrology at the institution. His primary area of specialization includes DC Measurements, particularly as part of the DOE Primary Standards Laboratory project.
Work Experience at NASA Glenn Research Center
Jim Novak previously worked as a Metrologist at NASA Glenn Research Center. His tenure at NASA spanned 11 years, from 1991 to 2002. During this period, he was involved in various metrology-related tasks, contributing to the center's mission to develop cutting-edge aerospace technologies.
Career at Lear Siegler Power Equipment Corp./ Lucas Aerospace PEC
Before joining NASA, Jim Novak served as a Metrology Engineer at Lear Siegler Power Equipment Corp./ Lucas Aerospace PEC. His work there lasted three years, from 1988 to 1991. He was based in Cleveland, Ohio, and Aurora, Ohio, where he provided expertise in metrology for the company's power equipment and aerospace components.
Military Service in the United States Air Force
Jim Novak's career in metrology began with his service in the United States Air Force. From 1981 to 1988, he worked as a PMEL (Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory) Technical Instructor. In this role, he instructed and mentored personnel in the maintenance and calibration of precision measurement equipment, ensuring their accuracy and reliability.
Specialization in DC Measurements
At Sandia National Laboratories, Jim Novak specializes in DC Measurements. This specialization is part of his contributions to the DOE Primary Standards Laboratory project, where he plays a critical role in the development and maintenance of primary standards for electrical measurements. His expertise ensures the accurate and reliable measurement capabilities essential for various research and development activities.