Paul Zkiab
About Paul Zkiab
Paul Zkiab is a Principal Systems Electrical Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories with extensive experience in nuclear systems engineering and electrical systems maintenance.
Current Position at Sandia National Laboratories
Paul Zkiab currently holds the position of Principal Systems Electrical Engineer at Sandia National Laboratories since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing and guiding electrical engineering projects, ensuring that systems are designed, tested, and implemented effectively. His work at Sandia involves designing complex electrical systems that meet the laboratory's rigorous standards.
Previous Experience at Peraton
Prior to his current role at Sandia National Laboratories, Paul Zkiab worked as a Nuclear Systems Engineer at Peraton from 2019 to 2020. Based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, his responsibilities included managing nuclear systems, ensuring their safety and reliability, and overseeing the operational aspects of nuclear command and control systems.
Career at Booz Allen Hamilton
From 2017 to 2019, Paul Zkiab served as a Nuclear Certification Systems Engineer at Booz Allen Hamilton in Clearfield, Utah. During his tenure, he focused on the certification of nuclear systems, ensuring compliance with stringent safety and operational standards. His role involved detailed systems analysis and verification processes to maintain the integrity of nuclear command and control mechanisms.
Academic Background
Paul Zkiab earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician from ECPI University, having studied there from 2013 to 2015. He also holds an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Electronic Systems Technology from the Community College of the Air Force, where he studied from 1998 to 2012. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his technical expertise in electrical and electronic systems.
Skills and Certifications
Paul Zkiab is certified as an IPC Specialist, with extensive expertise in Nuclear Command and Control (C2) and Satellite/Wide-band Ground Systems operations and maintenance. He is skilled in diagnosing and repairing avionics and electrical systems for military aircraft such as the F-16 C/D and A-10. Additionally, he has proficiency in miniature and micro-miniature electronic and circuit card repair, and is experienced in the use of test equipment for electrical systems diagnostics.
Support for U.S. Navy Strategic Systems Program
In his role, Paul Zkiab provides contractor support for the United States Navy Strategic Systems Program, focusing on weapon modernization efforts. His contributions ensure that the strategic systems are up-to-date, reliable, and capable of meeting mission-critical requirements. This work involves a combination of technical expertise and meticulous attention to detail to support the Navy's strategic capabilities.