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I am a seasoned technologist with 40+ years in systems engineering, software development, and R&D across aerospace, defense, cyber, cloud, and AI. I’ve led and contributed to multi-disciplinary programs—from AGI research to space-ground integration—designing architectures, building teams, and delivering capabilities that bridge cutting-edge science with real-world applications. I’m passionate about translating complex research into practical, scalable solutions and shaping technology strategies at the intersection of government, industry, and academia.
I thrive on forming coalitions, guiding cross-functional efforts, and mentoring talent. My flywheel experiences reflect a track record of identifying synergistic technologies, securing funding, and delivering evolving capabilities. I enjoy exploring innovative approaches to knowledge representation, AI-assisted systems, and next-gen mission systems, while keeping a clear eye on risk, cost, and impact.
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Work Experience
Consultant at Radix Metasystems
January 1, 2022 - October 29, 2025Spacecraft component and EGSE design/development for Moog, Inc.
COO/CTO & Chief Technologist at Cognitive Science & Solutions
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022Basic research and development in Artificial General Intelligence (AGI); develop/implement innovative algorithms for knowledge representation and understanding.
Sr Research Scientist at BIT Systems, CACI
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021Research and development in machine learning and related AI applications; implementation and migration to production systems with docker and microservices.
Senior Integration Analyst at ALKU Government Solutions
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018Develop/test operational products using innovative ‘commercial’ solutions (cloud computing, IoT).
Cyber System Engineer at Northrop Grumman
December 31, 2015 - December 31, 2015Technical lead for the company’s largest cyber program. Analyze and verify compliance. Architect UK Home Office’s ‘innovation’ center; Chief Scientist, National Cyber Range Program.
Sr Program Manager at Raytheon
December 31, 2008 - December 31, 2008Develop opportunities/technical strategies. SEIT lead for a major FBI-capability. Technical Subcontract Manager, e-Borders.
Co-founder & Chief Scientist at Signal Research Corporation
December 31, 2006 - December 31, 2006Led ‘high-tech’ R&D, recruited senior staff and managed technical efforts.
Chief Scientist at Northrop Grumman Electronics Systems
December 31, 2004 - December 31, 2004Technical lead for IR technology development (R&D).
Chief Scientist & Director at General Dynamics
December 31, 2001 - December 31, 2001BD/PM of government programs (incl technology development) & PI for a new a/b collection system.
Program Manager at Ball Aerospace
December 31, 1996 - December 31, 1996DARPASAT PM from concept, through launch and operations (cradle to ops) of one of the first small, smart, low-cost satellites.
Graduate Study Engineer at Lockheed Missiles and Space Co.
December 31, 1977 - December 31, 1977Led the development of a state-of-the-art telemetry compression and simulation subsystem.
Research Associate at Electro-Dynamics Laboratory, Utah State University
December 31, 1972 - December 31, 1972Design/fabricate signal processing hardware/software for radiometers/interferometers.
Consultant at Radix Metasystems
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Spacecraft component and EGSE design/development for Moog, Inc.
COO/CTO & Chief Technologist at Cognitive Science & Solutions
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Basic research and development in Artificial General Intelligence (AGI); develop/implement innovative algorithms for knowledge representation and understanding
Consultant at Emerging Technology Support
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Develop product solutions including research, investigations, and proofs-of-concept; Project Engineer: prioritize, plan and status development (DevOps) of emerging technologies
Sr Research Scientist at BIT Systems, CACI
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Research and development in machine learning and related AI applications; Implementation and migration to production systems with docker and microservices
Senior Integration Analyst at ALKU Government Solutions
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Develop/test operational products using innovative ‘commercial’ solutions (cloud computing, IoT)
Cyber System Engineer at Northrop Grumman
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015Technical lead for company’s largest cyber program; Architect UK Home Office’s ‘innovation’ center; Chief Scientist, National Cyber Range Program; Tech lead for a 10K-node CNO range
Sr Program Manager at Raytheon
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008Develop opportunities/technical strategies; SEIT lead for a major FBI-capability; Technical Subcontract Manager, e-Borders; develop cost sensitivity & Passenger Volume models
Co-founder & Chief Scientist at Signal Research Corporation
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006Led high-tech R&D, recruited senior staff and managed technical efforts
Chief Scientist at Northrop Grumman Electronics Systems
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Technical lead for IR technology development (R&D)
Chief Scientist & Director at General Dynamics
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001BD/PM of government programs (incl technology development) & PI for a new a/b collection system
Contracting Staff Officer at DCMC--St. Louis
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000Senior USAF Reserve position
Program Manager at Ball Aerospace
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1996DARPASAT PM from concept through launch and operations of one of the first small, smart satellites
Chief, Prediction Branch at Secretary of the Air Force
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1987Program Manager for a major national program; line responsibility for its development
Astronaut Trainee at Secretary of the Air Force
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1985Member, first cadre of exclusive AF astronauts (Manned Spaceflight Engineers)
Graduate Study Engineer at Lockheed Missiles and Space Co.
January 1, 1977 - January 1, 1977Led the development of a state-of-the-art telemetry compression and simulation subsystem
Research Associate at Electro-Dynamics Laboratory, Utah State University
January 1, 1972 - January 1, 1972Design/fabricate signal processing hardware/software for radiometers/interferometers
Active Duty – Secretary of the Air Force, Research Projects at Pentagon, Washington, DC
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1987Active duty—Secretary of the Air Force, Research Projects
Active Duty – Secretary of the Air Force, Special Projects at Los Angeles AFB, CA
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1985Active duty—Secretary of the Air Force, Special Projects
Education
MS in Information Systems at University of Maryland, Baltimore County
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013PhD/MS in EE/CS at Stanford University
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025BSEE at Utah State University
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025MS in Information Systems at University of Maryland, Baltimore County
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013PhD in EE/CS at Stanford University
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025BSEE (Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering) at Utah State University
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025MS in Information Systems at University of Maryland, Baltimore County
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013PhD/MS, EE/CS at Stanford University
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025BSEE at Utah State University
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Qualifications
ITIL Foundations (v3)
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025Prince 2
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025DAWIA
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025CMMi appraiser
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 20256-sigma
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025ITIL Foundations (v3)
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Prince 2
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025DAWIA
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025CMMi appraiser
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 20256-sigma
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025ITIL Foundations (v3)
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Prince 2
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025DAWIA
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025CMMi Appraiser
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 20256-Sigma
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Industry Experience
Government, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Other
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