Cindy Oakes

About Cindy Oakes

Experienced Business Systems Engineer and Programmer-Analyst with 34 years of expertise in software development, systems analysis, and enterprise application support across aerospace, manufacturing, finance, and nonprofit sectors. Skilled in C#/.NET, SQL Server, DevExpress, Progress 4GL, and legacy languages like COBOL and RPG II, with a strong background in ERP systems, data migration, and paperless process automation.Educational achievements include:MS in Operations Management (MSOM) – University of ArkansasGraduate Certificates in Lean Six Sigma and Project ManagementB.S. in Computer Information Systems with a General Business Minor – Missouri Southern State UniversityPassionate about leveraging technology to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and deliver reliable solutions. Known for adaptability, problem-solving, and collaboration within cross-functional teams.

Experience

1. Project Engineer i

   Ducommun Incorporated

   Aug 2013 — Present · Joplin, MO, US

   Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-level Engineering & Manufacturing systems to streamline operations and improve efficiency.Key responsibilities and achievements include:• System Development: Build and support custom applications using Microsoft SQL Server, C#, DevExpress Controls, and Visual Studio (2012 & 2022).• Process Automation: Implement paperless manufacturing workflows, reducing manual processes and enhancing productivity.• Core Projects: o Engineering Document Editoro Paperless Manufacturing Systemo Electronic RMA Systemo Paperless Document Control Systemo S & OP Dashboards and Charts• Data Integration: Develop real-time S & OP dashboards integrated with WDS for visual data analysis and planning.• Document Automation: Automate documentation processes with Microsoft Word integration for DCC and electronic records.• Cross-Functional Support: Provide backup for Document Control and manage Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) to ensure accurate documentation.Skills: SQL Development · C# Programming · DevExpress UI · Data Visualization · Process Improvement · Problem Solving · Quality Assurance · Technical Documentation · Communication

Education

• Progress Application Development

  Certificate, Programming In Progress

  1994 — 1994

• University of Arkansas

  Graduate Certificate, Lean Six Sigma

• McClellan High School

  Diploma, Mathematics

  1977 — 1980

• University of Arkansas

  Master's degree, Operations Management

• University of Arkansas

  Graduate Certificate, Project Management

• Missouri Southern State University

  Bachelor's degree, Computer and Information Sciences, General Business

  1986 — 1990

Skills

• C++
• Android Studio
• Software Documentation
• Devexpress
• Cobol
• Unity3d
• Software Design
• Lean Production Pipeline
• Object-Oriented Programming (Oop)
• Debugging Code
• Ios Development
• Project Planning
• Cocoa Touch
• Windows Store Development
• Lean Tools
• Objective-C
• Erp Implementations
• Software Development
• Software Project Management
• Visual C#
• Winforms
• Swift Programming
• Databases
• Windows
• Java
• Eclipse
• Troubleshooting
• Xaml
• Sqlite
• Wpf
• Xml
• Endurance
• Xcode
• Android Development
• Microsoft Development
• Object Oriented Design
• Microsoft Sql Server
• Linq
• Software Design Patterns
• Desktop Application Development