Project Director with specialty engineering lab integrating transportation, AR/VR and military technologies to redesign how heavy industries architect their products, extend mechanical lifespan, and promote operator safety.

As the Operational Test Director (OTD), I was responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and evaluation of operational tests for systems and equipment within a specific operational environment. I worked closely with engineering, program management, and operations teams to develop and implement test plans, schedules, and resource allocations. I ensured that all tests aligned with program objectives, regulatory requirements, and safety standards, driving the achievement of key milestones and maximizing operational performance. I consistently identified and mitigated risks, ensured compliance with test protocols, and delivered actionable reports with recommendations for system enhancements, directly contributing to the success of the project.In addition to my technical expertise, I excelled in leadership by successfully managing cross-functional teams and ensuring seamless communication across all stakeholders. I provided guidance and mentoring to test engineers and other team members, fostering a high-performance, collaborative environment that led to successful test outcomes. I tracked performance metrics, led root cause analysis for test failures, and implemented process improvements to increase efficiency. By staying ahead of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies, I continuously refined the testing process to ensure mission success and the delivery of high-quality, reliable systems.

Portfolio Manager for Test for Mobile & Agent-Centric Systems- US Customs and Border Patrol - Identify developmental test success criteria, procedures, and siting logistics. Lead developmental test activities for five mobile immigration and drug smuggling interdiction systems in various stages of deployment. Work closely with Operational test division in collaborating on system upgrades, refinements, and system troubleshooting. Report directly to Branch Chief and Deputy director for Systems Engineering. Develop metrics and data collection methodologies and algorithms to characterize RAM (Reliability, Availability & Maintainability) information for deployed systems to inform decision makers about cost/benefit for fielded systems

Technical and programatic lead for front-running modeling and simulation tool for domestic and theatre use. Tool provides valuable RF lay down, propagation and terrain impacts, and jammer effectiveness assessments for a high percentage of today's fielded communication and RF-defeat systems.As technical lead, redefined requirements objectives for long running spiral program, established standards for testing, verification and validation (V&V), and development processes on the software development program. Programmatically, assessed and implemented strategies for recruiting necessary talent to meet programmatic objectives, reducing large (14% of contract value) under run in three months, met program targets (staffing, revenue, and deliverables), rekindled positive relations with customer, and developed innovative ROMS for additional funding.

Recognized for technical and programmatic leadership on Missile Defense Agency (MDA) “Top-Priority” Task Order for in the area of Engagement Management for Volume Kill Vehicles; Completed Technical Evaluations for Mission Computers, Analysis of Battle Management Algorithm Selection, and Oversight of Model-Based Coding thrust.• Developed high-fidelity mission visualization and simulation tools using STK and STK/MATLAB for Day-in-the-Life and deployment exercises. Simulations instrumental in capturing interest of community for Microsatellite Experiment. • Mission analysis and design lead for experimental government imaging satellite programs (Spectator, MPX). Entailed all facets of orbit parameterization including ∆-v requirements, and drift estimates, and included scripted orbital maneuvers related to launch, attitude control, and de-orbit.• Communications systems engineer on Space Situational Awareness (SSA) program, evaluating capabilities of candidate subsystem components against mission requirements. Developed detailed communication subsystem specifications, spacecraft architecture, and led mission and spacecraft parameter analysis. Developed and matured mission concept of operations (CONOPS).

Provided engineering solutions to an array of detailed government system requirements and upgrades. System solutions included analysis of on-orbit constellations, performance projection for developing flight programs, and performance analysis of advanced technology testbeds and demonstrations. Responsible for simulating and modeling overhead collection systems to determine causes of in-flight anomalies to accurately predict behavior and performance, determine causes and mitigation procedures for system anomalies. Led testing and verification efforts for prototype systems. Evaluated National Test Areas for use in prototype testing