Heather Duke

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About Heather Duke

Driven by a passion for engineering excellence and a commitment to fostering innovation, I bring over a decade of diverse experience to the table. Currently serving as an Integrated Product Team Lead at Raytheon in Tucson, Arizona, I've honed my leadership skills by managing multi-functional engineering teams, steering them towards defining, designing, and analyzing software test capabilities. My tenure here has been marked by a 400% increase in throughput, achieved through strategic process improvements and technical prowess. Throughout my career, I've demonstrated a knack for bridging the gap between customer needs and technical solutions. As a Responsible Software Systems Engineer, I collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop robust solutions for hardware integration, ensuring alignment with customer requirements. Prior to that, my role as a Software Engineer involved designing intuitive graphical user interfaces, optimizing design verification processes, and developing internal software applications to streamline workflow approvals. My journey in engineering began with a stint as a Gas Turbine Mechanic in the United States Navy, where I gained invaluable experience in planned maintenance coordination and critical problem-solving. Notably, my efforts resulted in significant cost savings for the Navy and earned me a meritorious advancement. Beyond my professional endeavors, I've also contributed to academia as a Lab Manager at Southwestern Michigan College, overseeing research efforts and presenting findings at the American Chemical Society. With a solid foundation in engineering principles, coupled with hands-on experience across various domains, I'm eager to continue driving impactful solutions and fostering a culture of excellence wherever I go. Let's connect and explore opportunities to collaborate!