Michael Mort
About Michael Mort
Michael Mort is an experienced RF Technician and Test Engineer at Ultra Electronics, with a career spanning over 16 years in Columbia City and 14 years in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He holds multiple degrees in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering Technologies from Indiana University—Purdue University Fort Wayne and has developed custom electronics and software solutions for various applications.
Work at Ultra Electronics Group
Michael Mort has been employed at Ultra Electronics since 2008, serving as a Test Engineer for 16 years in Columbia City, Indiana. Additionally, he has worked as an RF Technician at the same company since 2010, accumulating 14 years of experience in the Fort Wayne, Indiana area. His role involves interfacing test stations with databases such as SQLite to track systematic issues, contributing to the efficiency and accuracy of testing processes.
Education and Expertise
Michael Mort holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Indiana University—Purdue University Fort Wayne, which he completed between 2011 and 2016. He also earned an Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians from the same institution from 1990 to 1993. Earlier, he studied Physics at Manchester University from 1986 to 1989. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of technology and engineering.
Background
Before joining Ultra Electronics, Michael Mort worked as an Application Engineer at Precision Controls from 2006 to 2009. He also served as a Senior Engineer Technician at KMC Controls for nine years, from 1997 to 2006. His diverse work experience across various roles in engineering and technology has contributed to his skill set in developing custom electronics and software solutions.
Technical Skills and Projects
Michael Mort has developed custom electronics and software solutions for platforms like Raspberry Pi and Arduino, enhancing automated systems. He designs and builds electronic interfaces for remote control and data logging in experiments. His technical skills include utilizing programming languages such as C++, Java, and LabVIEW to create controlling networks for experiments, demonstrating his proficiency in both hardware and software integration.
Professional Contributions
In his current role, Michael Mort participates in conceptual discussions with Principal Investigators to understand experimental needs and develop plans accordingly. He works with a variety of computer systems and networks, including Raspberry Pi, Arduino, Teensy, Ethernet, USB, and fiber optics, showcasing his ability to adapt to different technologies and contribute to innovative projects.