Senior leader and innovator with a unique breadth and depth of experience in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Manned/Unmanned Teaming, Autonomy/Automation, integrated test and evaluation, F-35/F-22/F-16 mission employment, and remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) weapon system development/fielding. Recognized industry expert in Next-Generation Operational Concepts and Technologies, UAV tactics, policies and procedures with 22 years of experience as an Air Force officer, operational test pilot, and fighter pilot. Experience in Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Skunk Works exploring advanced technologies, operational concepts, and programs with over 2000 flight hours in fighter aircraft, 8 years of UAV experience, and 6 years of developmental/operational test and evaluation experience. Combat proven F-16 mission commander, instructor, and flight examiner. Type-rated commercial aviation Airbus A-320, Boeing 757/767 pilot and 727 Flight Engineer. Dynamic record of outstanding achievement and leadership in explosive UAV industry; results oriented professional with demonstrated skills in analysis, critical thinking, management, and process improvement complemented by an undergraduate engineering degree and a master’s degree in Aerospace Science and Technology.Specialties: Operational Concepts ● Assisting Small Business Bridging TRL 5-7 "Valley of Death" Innovation Gaps ● Manned/Unmanned Teaming ● Autonomy/Automation ● Squadron Commander/Deputy Group Commander ● MQ-1/9 Instructor Pilot/Flight Examiner ● F-16 Instructor Pilot/Flight Examiner ● Operational Test and Evaluation Pilot ● Type-rated 757/767 pilot ● Formal Training Unit Instructor ● Administrative and Personnel Management ● Budget Management ● Project/Program Manager ● Contract Quality Assurance Evaluator ● Government Flight Representative
Listed skills include Uav, Aircraft, Dod, Military, and 45 others.
