In 1975 he earned an Associate of Science degree in Electronics, with a Master of Electronics Technology endorsement. Terry started working for KSPS television in 1974, and took a position as shop technician with Washington State Patrol in March of 1975. After twelve years with WSP as a shop and then field technician, he transferred to Washington State DOT to work as the Eastern Region's Electronic Communications Systems Technician. In May 2000, he was promoted to Electronics Engineering Manager for Radio Operations, taking on overall radio engineering support for the wireless communications systems statewide. Reporting to the Communications Systems Director, the Electronics Engineering Manager plans, assigns and coordinates the wireless engineering projects, and activities statewide.
Terry helps guide the delivery and implementation of wireless communications services to the field.
Specifies equipment requirements, develops design criteria, and provides Standards and Practices for use by the regions. Terry reviews and approves final engineering on designs for the wireless systems, equipment shelters, towers and facilities needed for the operation of the radio systems statewide. Terry has been the Project Manager for the department's E.F. Johnson Multi-Net II, statewide communications system upgrade to the new 3000 Switch. His duties include analog and digital carrier system design, communications hub site design, Fiber Optic interface, as well as working with outside consultants, contractors, and equipment suppliers. Inc. He earned a BSEE from San Jose State University in 1971.