Thomas Davidson
About Thomas Davidson
Thomas Davidson is a Senior Designer at General Atomics, specializing in electronic enclosure design with a focus on EMI, RFI, and environmental considerations. He has extensive experience in opto-mechanical design and has held various engineering roles, including positions at SAIC, the US Navy, and Cubic Defense.
Current Role at General Atomics
Thomas Davidson has been serving as a Senior Designer at General Atomics, EMS since 2013. In this role, he applies his extensive design expertise to various projects, focusing on electronic enclosure design and environmental considerations. His responsibilities include overseeing the design process from concept to production, ensuring that products meet both military and commercial standards.
Previous Experience at SAIC
Prior to his current position, Davidson worked as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer at SAIC from 1991 to 1994. During his three years in the Greater San Diego Area, he specialized in mechanical design, contributing to various projects that required a high level of precision and attention to detail.
Background in the US Navy
Davidson served as a Sonar Technician in the US Navy from 1975 to 1980 for five years. This experience provided him with a strong technical foundation and insight into the operational requirements of military systems, which he later applied in his engineering career.
Expertise in Design and Engineering
Thomas Davidson specializes in electronic enclosure design with a focus on EMI, RFI, and environmental considerations. He possesses extensive experience in opto-mechanical design and packaging, particularly for AMLCD display systems. His skills also encompass the precision design of environmental handling equipment for the IC manufacturing industry.
Education and Training
Davidson studied Engineering Drafting at the American Business School, where he earned an Associate's degree from 1975 to 1977. He has also been studying Physics at San Diego Mesa College since 2009. Additionally, he has received training in various PDM software platforms, enhancing his capabilities in product design and engineering.