Sydonia Littlefield

About Sydonia Littlefield

As a Biomedical Engineering Lab Manager, I am deeply committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement within research environments. My focus is on optimizing operational efficiency and implementing advanced technologies, including robotic systems, to enhance our research capabilities all while maintaining compliance. My goal is to create an environment where innovation thrives and every team member is empowered to contribute to our overarching mission.

Experience

1. Biomedical Engineering Lab Manager i Ortho Research

   Arthrex

   Dec 2024 — Present

   Oversee daily operations across Biomechanics, Biomaterials, and Fatigue Testing laboratories, ensuring reliable workflows, equipment readiness, and uninterrupted support of active research and testing programs- Lead equipment qualification activities by coordinating IQ/OQ efforts, aligning vendor documentation with internal Good Documentation Practice (GDP) expectations, and maintaining complete, audit‑ready validation records- Manage calibration and preventive maintenance programs for 40+ test systems, coordinate OEM service activities, and troubleshoot equipment performance issues to sustain consistent lab availability and data integrity- Serve as the primary operational liaison for Facilities, IT/InfoSec, EHS, and external vendors, supporting infrastructure upgrades, new installations, safety requirements, and laboratory compliance needs- Maintain, author, and improve QMS documentation and SOPs; support internal and external audit responses; and lead NCR and CAPA activities to close compliance gaps and strengthen laboratory controls- Initiated Lab Inventory Management system: creating equipment and asset hierarchies, standardizing digital storage, and improving traceability of laboratory data, validation artifacts, and quality records- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across laboratory operations, including refined validation packets, optimized inventory workflows, safer lab layouts, and standardized operational practices that reduce downtime and risk- Track laboratory usage, resource demands, and operational metrics; forecast equipment and supply needs; and provide data‑driven recommendations to engineering and departmental leadership.

Education

• Stevens Institute of Technology

  Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical/Medical Engineering

  2015 — 2020

Skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Microsoft Office
• Teaching
• Time Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Social Media
• Labview
• Cmm
• Critical Thinking
• C
• Teamwork
• Data Entry
• Customer Service
• Research
• Communication
• Html
• C++
• Project Management
• Solidworks
• Engineering
• Management
• Public Speaking
• Customer Satisfaction
• Statistical Data Analysis
• Leadership
• Microsoft Word
• Team Leadership