Hector Yanez

About Hector Yanez

As a seasoned executive with a passion for education and innovation, I bring extensive expertise in overseeing multiple disciplines and fostering strategic partnerships to drive organizational growth and skilled workers. With a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies within Manufacturing, Allied Health, Computer Division, General Academics, I have successfully led cross-functional teams to achieve exceptional outcomes.Throughout my career, I have consistently championed innovation, leveraging emerging technologies and pedagogical approaches to enhance teaching and learning experiences. By cultivating strategic partnerships, I have facilitated collaborative initiatives that drive transformative change and foster a culture of continuous improvement. A technology contributor in the areas of airborne command and control systems, secure telecommunications, antennas, and satellite communications systems. Led the way in pcb designs to help establish the first red phone communication switching equipment which was installed at 53 airbases around the world, the Pentagon, the White House and Kremlin, as well as on Airborne Command Post aircraft and on Air Force One. In my role, I have not only overseen the operational aspects of diverse academic areas but also spearheaded strategic projects that push the boundaries of traditional education. Through effective leadership and a commitment to excellence, I have played a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of academic rigor, student support, and overall organizational success.I thrive on the opportunity to tackle complex challenges and implement innovative solutions that positively impact both students and faculty. By leveraging my expertise in strategic planning, relationship-building, and organizational development, I aim to drive positive change and create a lasting impact in the ever-evolving landscape of education.Let\'s connect and explore how we can collaborate to shape the future of education, enhance student outcomes, and drive innovation within our respective domains. Specialties: Manufacturing, Leadership, Training, Competency Based Education. Innovation, AI and AR specialist, SACCOC, Division Director, Engineering, CADD Management, Supervisor, Department Chair, Behavioral Intervention

Experience

1. Director Principal Research Engineer

   Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES)

   Aug 2023 — Present

   Lead to technical projects, provide guidance to teams, contribute to strategic decisions, and often engage in advanced and emerging technologies in the manufacturing sector. Involved in designing innovative solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring, and staying updated on industry trends to drive technological advancements.

Education

• Grand Canyon University

  Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Organizational Leadership -Behavioral Health

  2015 — 2021

• Texas State Technical College Harlingen

  AAS, Computer Drafting and Design

  1984 — 1986

• University of Texas at Brownsville

  Master, Educational Technology

  2008 — 2010

• University of Texas at Brownsville

  Bachelor, Bachelor of Applied Technology

  2005 — 2008

Skills

• Student Affairs
• Engineering
• Teaching
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Program Management
• Stem
• Educational Technology
• Instructional Technology
• Higher Education Leadership
• Student Engagement
• Adult Education
• Solid Modeling
• Machining
• Leadership
• Curriculum Development
• E-Learning
• Instructional Design
• Student Conduct
• Cad
• Photoshop
• First Year Experience
• Divisional Management
• Distance Learning
• Autocad
• Project Planning
• Leadership Development
• Staff Development
• Classroom
• Higher Education Administration
• Technology Evangelist
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Higher Education
• Threat & Vulnerability Management