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United States

Technical subject matter expert responsible for developing the training and validation standards for the Technical Support Group (TSG) operational teams responsible for training, advising, equipping, and assisting Special Operations Forces to execute radiological and nuclear reconnaissance operations. Strategic Communications and Engagements Coordinator.

Developed Python-based tools to provide rapid analysis of disparate and unstructured counter-UAS datasets. Developed SQL databases and PowerBI dashboards to aggregate and visualize counter-UAS data enabling analysts to draw deeper conclusions and provide actionable recommendations.

Andrews Airforce Base

Senior nuclear scientist for the Nuclear Emergency Support Team (NEST) at the Dept of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration, Remote Sensing Laboratory - Andrews (Managed and Operated by Mission Support and Test Services, LLC). Developed the training and validation standards for the NEST Nuclear Search Program. Task lead for the NEST National.

The PONI Mid-Career Cadre is a select group comprised of nuclear professionals that have been in the field for 5 or more years and demonstrate particular promise for developing expertise and moving into leadership positions. Mid-career members come from technical, policy, and military backgrounds, and work for organizations including the national.

Fort Belvoir, Virginia

Technical Support Group (TSG) team nuclear scientist. Trained, advised, equipped, and assisted designated US Special Operations forces to execute radiological and nuclear reconnaissance operations and follow-on actions. Awarded the Defense Threat Reduction Agency Distinguished Civilian Service Medal in February 2018 for operations successfully executed.

Fort Belvoir, VA

Provided advisory and assistance services to a client by managing a research, development, testing, and evaluation program portfolio leading to the fielding of advanced radiation detection technologies for defense applications.

Arlington, Virginia

Nuclear and Mechanical Engineer - Provided engineering and licensing support to the US-Advanced Pressurized Water Reactor (US-APWR) Nuclear Power Plant Design Certification and Reference Combined Operating License Application under the 10 CFR 52 licensing process.Subject matter expert for US-APWR Primary and Reactor Coolant Loop systems, Engineered Safety.

Commissioned via the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Program and began active duty service in August 2007. Designated military occupational specialty 0602, Command and Control Systems (Communications) Officer.Two combat deployments- Afghanistan in 2010 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Libya in 2011 in support of Operations Odyssey.

Master Of Science, Nuclear Engineering

Activities and Societies: Member, Alpha Nu Sigma Society.Master of Science research included integration, testing, and benchmarking of.

Bachelor Of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps MidshipmanGraduated with Distinction. Attended via the Naval Reserve Officer.