I'm a multidisciplinary technical and creative professional with over 20 years of experience across audio production, composition, electronics, CAD design, rapid prototyping, and systems integration. I'm an advanced Logic Pro producer and studio owner with a strong background in narrative sound design, orchestration, and audio engineering. Beyond the studio, I apply the same curiosity to STEM and defense manufacturing, working on electromechanical systems and high-reliability hardware. I’m proud to have been a semifinalist in DARPA’s UAVForge competition, developing rucksack-portable ISR drones.

Benjamin Sugimori

I'm a multidisciplinary technical and creative professional with over 20 years of experience across audio production, composition, electronics, CAD design, rapid prototyping, and systems integration. I'm an advanced Logic Pro producer and studio owner with a strong background in narrative sound design, orchestration, and audio engineering. Beyond the studio, I apply the same curiosity to STEM and defense manufacturing, working on electromechanical systems and high-reliability hardware. I’m proud to have been a semifinalist in DARPA’s UAVForge competition, developing rucksack-portable ISR drones.

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I’m a multidisciplinary technical and creative professional with over 20 years of experience across audio production, composition, electronics, CAD design, rapid prototyping, and systems integration. I’m an advanced Logic Pro producer and studio owner with a strong background in narrative sound design, orchestration, and audio engineering.

Beyond the studio, I apply the same curiosity to STEM and defense manufacturing, working on electromechanical systems and high-reliability hardware. I’m proud to have been a semifinalist in DARPA’s UAVForge competition, developing rucksack-portable ISR drones.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Production Technician at Teledyne Marine (Benthos)
November 1, 2023 - Present
Performed ISO-compliant inspection, documentation, and quality verification of sonar and acoustic systems. Identified inconsistencies, documented defects, and ensured adherence to strict technical standards. Soldering, electronics assembly, and electromechanical system integration performed in high-reliability contexts. IT/AV support and integration workflows supporting cross-functional teams; updated and maintained configuration-controlled documentation for unmanned underwater vehicles; supported internal audits.
Integration Technician IV at Huntington Ingalls (Hydroid)
June 1, 2022 - November 1, 2023
Diagnostics, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis; IT/AV support, signal flow, and integration workflows. Performed high-reliability inspection (ISO-compliant), soldering, electronics assembly, and electromechanical system integration. Advanced writing, editing, and narrative analysis; updated configuration-controlled documentation; supported internal audits and ensured traceability for unmanned underwater vehicle programs.
Senior Electro-Mechanical Technician at Tomorrow.io
December 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022
Executed mechanical/electrical integration tasks requiring precise interpretation of written specifications; ensured compliance with defense and military standards. Conducted functional testing, diagnostics, and structured reporting for radar and satellite hardware; produced clear technical notes and defect descriptions; interpreted complex technical documentation, schematics, and PLC logic; maintained accuracy under high-stakes operational conditions.
Industrial Electrical Apprentice at Marcal Paper Company
August 1, 2016 - December 1, 2020
Industrial electrical apprenticeship performing installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting tasks; contributed to IoT prototype development and presented technical concepts to customers; assisted in R&D initiatives; produced documentation and user-facing explanations; managed confidential materials and supported facility technical tasks.
Production & R&D Technician at Konrad Prefab
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Executed detailed mechanical/electrical integration tasks requiring precise interpretation of specifications; supported both production and R&D efforts; ensured compliance with applicable standards and produced technical documentation to capture results.
Administrative & Technical Support at NYU Stern School of Business
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2013
Managed confidential academic materials, provided technical and administrative support to faculty, coordinated AV/IT for events, and created user-facing documentation. Interpreted complex technical documentation and supported multi-disciplinary teams in confidential settings.
Industrial Maintenance Electrician at Soundview Paper
January 1, 2016 - Present
Troubleshoot and repair PLCs, motor drives, sensors, and control systems; apply systems thinking and electronics expertise directly to studio engineering, hardware reliability, and signal flow; maintain high-stakes industrial equipment requiring precision and safety discipline.
Administrative Assistant at NYU Stern School of Business
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2013
Provided A/V and technical support for conferences, lectures, and live events; produced multimedia materials for international academic programs; supported faculty and staff with technology setup, troubleshooting, and presentation workflows.

Education

Bachelor of Music in Composition & Orchestration at New York University
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026
B.A. Music Composition & Orchestration at New York University
January 11, 2030 - February 27, 2026
B.A. at New York University
January 11, 2030 - March 17, 2026
B.A. in Music Composition & Orchestration at New York University
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026

Qualifications

IPC/WHMA-A-620
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026
IPC J-STD-001 + Space Addendum
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026
Through-Hole & SMT Soldering
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026
CPR/AED
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026
Arc Flash & Arc Blast
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026
Blood Loss Prevention
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026
IPC/WHMA-A-620
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026
IPC J-STD-001
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026
IPC Space Addendum
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026
Through-Hole & SMT Soldering
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026
Arc Flash & Arc Blast
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026
Lockout/Tagout
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026
CPR/AED
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Computers & Electronics, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Government, Software & Internet, Other