· Successfully managed the full life-cycle of a program to develop a hand-held surveillance device with custom- low light visible sensor system and MWIR and LWIR imagers· Designed innovative imaging and non-imaging camera subassemblies and systems in Zemax including a compact Gregorian telescope for integrated color night-vision camera system, numerous AR and head-up display systems for U.S. Navy and Air Force programs· Conducted research on sensing rare earth elements with laser induced breakdown spectroscopy

· Provide technical support and engineering services to customers using OpticStudio· Conduct software beta testing and helped to implement new features and tools· Teach courses on optical theory and design· Travel to Japan for 6-weeks to train Japanese engineers and to attend the CIOE tradeshow in Shenzhen, China which includes a conference-wide presentation of new features and tools

· Provide technical support and engineering services to customers using OpticStudio· Conduct software beta testing and helped to implement new features and tools

· Developed and proposed a new process of manufacturing and handling large, thin phase sheets· Analyzed the effect of MRF finishing on an epoxy layer, presented findings to upper management

· Conducted research to evaluate efficiency of reclaimed optical polishing slurry, working through the laboratory’s partnership with Flint Creek Resources located in Gorham, NY· Awarded DOE Grant extension due to increased reclamation efficiency from 20% to 59% since 2013 · Presented research posters at 6 local optics and technology events; including the CIES Technology Showcase and SPIE OptiFab· Extensive experience using a Zygo NewView white light interferometer with MetroPro software· Project and name featured in the August 2014 edition of Photonics Spectra magazine