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David Johnson - Winter Garden, Florida

Accomplished multi-disciplinary engineer with over 20 years of experience spanning design, software development, IoT, manufacturing, and advanced fabrication. Proven track record leading cross-functional teams and delivering innovative solutions for complex projects, including large-scale initiatives at Disney Parks & Resorts. Skilled in full-stack engineering, rapid prototyping, and product lifecycle management, with expertise in bridging hardware, software, and fabrication to transform ideas into deployable solutions. Recognized for technical leadership, creative problem solving, and the ability to deliver high-quality results from concept through production.

Summary:

  • Disney Parks & Resorts Technology – Led multi-disciplinary engineering teams to deliver cutting-edge IoT, safety, and guest experience solutions across global properties.

  • Innovation Leadership – Directed the creation of the Test & Learn Lab, a multi-bay facility enabling rapid prototyping, immersive testing, and deployment of emerging technologies.

  • IoT Solutions – Designed and deployed custom sensors (infrared, proximity, environmental, moisture) integrated with AWS serverless architectures, advancing operational efficiency and safety.

  • Fabrication Expertise – Engineered and fabricated short-run production hardware including attraction camera enclosures, smart sensors, and ruggedized devices using CNC machining, 3D printing, and advanced prototyping techniques.

  • Technical Strategy & Mentorship – Guided teams and vendors in applying best practices across architecture, security, SSO, and CI/CD pipelines, driving scalable enterprise systems.

  • Broadcast & Media Technology (Disney-ABC Television Network) – Developed custom enterprise tools for marketing, asset management, and live reporting, enhancing operational efficiency for national media teams.

  • Enterprise Systems Development – Architected and led the development of manufacturing execution, ERP migration, and smart client systems that streamlined operations and reduced costs.

Highlights:

  • Product Design & Fabrication

    • Digital fabrication: CNC machining, 3D printing, laser cutting, and precision prototyping

    • Mechanical & electrical systems: PCB design, enclosure engineering, and integration of custom hardware solutions

    • Rapid prototyping and short-run manufacturing for scalable deployment

  • Software Engineering & Systems Development

    • Full-stack development with C#, Node.js, Angular, SQL, and modern frameworks

    • Cloud-native and serverless architectures (AWS, Azure, Losant)

    • API development, systems integration, and CI/CD pipeline implementation

    • UX/UI design for intuitive and scalable applications

  • IoT & Emerging Technologies

    • End-to-end IoT solutions: sensor design, firmware, and wireless communications (BLE, Sigfox, CAT-M1, LoRa)

    • Connected environments: environmental sensing, asset tracking, safety monitoring, and access control

    • Smart product development at the intersection of hardware and software

  • Innovation Leadership & Strategy

    • Building and leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams

    • Developing test labs, innovation hubs, and proof-of-concept ecosystems

    • Technical architecture, solution strategy, and vendor partnership leadership

    • Mentorship in best practices, agile processes, and technical excellence

  • Professional Development

    • Ongoing training in cloud platforms, IoT, and advanced fabrication

    • Continuous hands-on learning through applied R&D, prototyping, and industry certifications

Experience:

Custom Product Development Showcase

  • A Custom CNC Pendant Controller

    Custom CNC Pendant

    with modern stylized aesthetics compatible with multiple open source CNC machines.

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  • Micro CNC Touch Probe

    Custom designed specifically to work under tight clearance constraints of modern desktop CNCs.

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  • A modern curved crcade gaming machine

    A Curved Arcade Machine

    with a twist on retro design. employing state of the art electronic components multiple arcade machine game emulator.

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  • An elegant CNC dust Shoe

    A Low-Profile CNC Dust Shoe

    It’s minimalist design & low-profile aerodynamics makes this CNC Dust Shoe out perform others.

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  • Scent-o-Matic

    Scent-o-Matic TV

    A custom Retro TV that plays videos synchronized to 8 scents for an immersive visual experience.

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  • Custom CNC Enclosure

    A Custom CNC Enclosure

    Maximum visibility and full access to work within the machine work envelope for efficient space utilization.

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  • Custom CV Camera Enclosure

    CV Camera Enclosure

    Milled from billet aluminum, an embedded, articulating camera mount with sapphire lens.

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  • Handheld Arcade Emulator

    Clear Acrylic, Custom Handheld vertical arcade emulation system for pure retro gaming mastery.

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  • Industrial Bite Guard

    Designed to capture 360 video and withstand the bite force of exotic animals, with a custom modular enclosure.

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  • Exploded Product Models

    designed for use in training to demonstrate the inner workings of multi-component product assemblies.

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  • Jedi Beer Tap

    Last Jedi Beer Tap

    a thermally controlled beer tap uses “the force” to pour the perfect pint while Lord Vader taunts you!

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