John Harris
About John Harris
John Harris is a Senior Test Engineer at Appareo Systems with extensive expertise in environmental validation testing for embedded Linux systems. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from North Dakota State University and has previously worked in various academic and technical roles, including as an Adjunct Professor at Concordia College.
Work at Appareo Systems
John Harris has been employed at Appareo Systems as a Senior Test Engineer since 2016. In this role, he focuses on environmental validation testing for embedded Linux systems. His work spans multiple industries, including aviation, agriculture, asset tracking, and off-road applications. He applies his extensive knowledge of environmental and electromagnetic compatibility standards to ensure that products meet rigorous testing requirements.
Education and Expertise
John Harris holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Physics from North Dakota State University, which he completed from 2010 to 2015. He also earned a Master's Degree in Physics from the same institution from 2010 to 2014. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Physics from Minnesota State University Moorhead from 2007 to 2010. He began his academic journey with an Associate's Degree in General Studies from Central Wyoming College, achieved from 2003 to 2006.
Background in Academia
John Harris has experience in academia, having served as an Adjunct Professor at Concordia College for four months in 2015. He also worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at North Dakota State University from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, he held the position of Assistant System Administrator at Minnesota State University Moorhead from 2007 to 2009. His roles in these institutions contributed to his technical skills and knowledge in the field.
Technical Skills and Standards Knowledge
John Harris possesses in-depth knowledge of various environmental and electromagnetic compatibility standards, including RTCA DO 160, ISO 7637, and MIL-STD-810. He is experienced in conducting environmental tests for electrical and electronic equipment in road vehicles, adhering to standards such as ISO 16750 and ISO 10605. His expertise extends to testing procedures that comply with international standards like IEC 60068 and CISPR 25.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role at Appareo Systems, John Harris worked as a Desktop Support Technician at Idaho State University from 2006 to 2007. He also gained experience as a Graduate Research Assistant at North Dakota State University from 2011 to 2015. His diverse work history has equipped him with a strong foundation in both technical support and research methodologies.