- shams.jawaid@reliabilityqualitysolutions.com
- (408)489-4208
- 7931 Morning Queen Drive, Las Vegas, NV. 89178
Managing Director, Reliability Quality Solutions
Developed and Implemented Reliability Programs and Quality Management Systems. Analyzed and resolved product quality and reliability issues. Implemented comprehensive reliability programs by setting and achieving product reliability and quality target goals such as for Product Life, Failure Rates and other quality and reliability metrics Enhanced quality control and manufacturing processes through semiconductor qualifications working with suppliers and directing packaging and product qualification activities.
Spearheaded the integration of quality and reliability programs into the NPI process, achieving ISO certifications and securing major accounts. Developed and Implemented Accelerated Life and other reliability tests programs to assess product life and failure rates. Conducted reliability analysis to predict failure rates and warranty costs for customers.
Directed the development of reliability programs for LED-based light bulbs, achieving savings in budget and optimizing product testing methodologies.
Harmonized four distinct business into one cohesive reliability and quality program for the corporation. Led corporate product reliability and quality programs, achieving significant cost savings and streamlining qualification and manufacturing processes.
Directed R&D activities for reliability tests on disk drive storage systems, securing funds for state-of-the-art test labs and achieving multi-million dollar cost savings. Established a comprehensive reliability and qualification program for personal computers and facilitated a successful transition to stress screening methodology globally.
Spearheaded the integration of quality and reliability programs into the NPI process, achieving ISO certifications and securing major accounts.
Directed the development of reliability programs for LED-based light bulbs, achieving savings in budget and optimizing product testing methodologies.
Harmonized and led corporate product reliability and quality programs, achieving significant cost savings and streamlining qualification processes.
Directed R&D activities for reliability tests on disk drive storage systems, securing funds for state-of-the-art test labs and achieving cost savings. Established a comprehensive reliability and qualification program for personal computers and facilitated a successful transition to stress screening methodology.
Led the development of reliability programs for Lithium-Ion battery systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and optimizing product life estimates.
Implemented yield improvement programs and managed supplier quality for Lithium-Ion battery systems, achieving significant manufacturing yield improvements.
• Expert Consulting – Tailored solutions for vibration, shock, and reliability testing, including MIL-STD-810, DO-160, and automotive durability standards.
• Hands-On Training & Courses – Master shock and vibration testing, DFMEA development, test planning, and environmental simulation.
• Lab Development & Equipment Selection – Support for building cutting-edge testing labs, including test fixture design, data analysis, and system validation.
• Battery & Electric Vehicle Testing – Specializing in lithium-ion battery safety, thermal runaway, and reliability validation.
• Aerospace & Military Testing Compliance – Ensuring compliance with MIL-STD, RTCA DO-160, and GTR 20 standards.
• Program and Project Management
• Business and Operational Excellence
• Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
• IT Strategy and Enterprise Architecture
• Network Services
• Technical Proficiency
Significant Contribution and Employee Achievement Award (1991), Digital Equipment Corporation
Reliability and Quality Teaching Award (1990) Digital Equipment Corporation
Significant Contribution Employee Award (1996) and (1998), Quantum Corporation
1. Wear out Evaluation of Soldered Interconnections for Surface Mounted Leadless and Leaded Components, By J. Seyyedi and S. Jawaid, Digital Equipment Corporation, published in Soldering and Surface Mount Technology Journal of the SMART (Surface Mount Related Technologies) Group, Number 4, February 1990.
2. Linear Ramp Chambers & Thermal ESS, By Shams Jawaid, Kevin Crook, EE-Evaluation Engineering, June 1992.
3. Disk Drive Reliability and Thermal Management, by Shams Jawaid, Component Reliability Engineering Manager, Quantum Corporation, published in Electronic Cooling, Volume 4, Number 3, September 1998.
4. Accelerated Reliability Test: Solder Defects Exposed, by Shams Jawaid and Tom Nesbitt, Quantum Corporation, IEEE, Annual Reliability & Maintainability Symposium, proceedings, January 1999. Presented by Shams Jawaid.
5. Design-Evaluation and Product Reliability Assessment Using Accelerated Fatigue Life Tests, By Shams Jawaid and Jon Ferguson, Quantum Corporation, IEEE Annual Reliability and Maintainability Symposium, January 2000.
6. Accelerated Vibration Test Effectiveness Dependence on Test Equipment Performance Limits and Product Response, by Shams Jawaid and Phillip Rogers, Quantum Corporation & UDC, IEEE, Annual Reliability & Maintainability Symposium, proceedings, January 2000. Speakers S.Jawaid/Phillip Rogers at the RAMS 2000.
7. Reliability Stress Test Method: Impact on the New Product Introduction Process, Time to Market, Field Reliability Impact & Reliability Assessment. Shams Jawaid, Seifi Zaki, & Jon Ferguson Harmonic Inc., IEEE RAMS 2002.
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