Work History Role Related Responsibilities and Skills

This page provides a detailed view into skills gained and used from each piece of my work history to provide a more detailed overview then the work history provided on my CV.  This is a deeper dive that categories work.  I may also have completed additional work that hasn't been captured here.  Please feel free to contact me for a better inquiry on roles, obligations, and skills gained.

PROFILE SUMMARY

Visionary Technical Leader | Ph.D. Engineer | Simulation & XR Innovator | Platform Strategy | Digital Transformation Leader | AI/ML Enthusiast | Cross-Functional Leadership 

Accomplished engineering leader and interdisciplinary technologist with over 23 years of experience, including 15+ years leading complex R&D programs across software engineering, systems integration, simulation, AI/ML, XR (AR/VR/MR), commercial, academia, and aerospace and defense domains. A trusted innovator known for architecting and delivering high-impact solutions at the intersection of immersive technology, autonomous systems, and real-time simulation.

Former Chief Digital Engineer and Principal Investigator supporting strategic initiatives with organizations like NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, Clemson University, University of Alabama, start-ups, and multiple advanced research labs, where I built platforms integrating XR, cloud infrastructure, simulation engines, human performance enhancements, and AI training workflows. Successfully led multimillion-dollar, multi-agency programs and advised on digital transformation, human-machine teaming, and system life cycles from concept to deployment.

Proven ability to unify business and engineering objectives, translating visionary goals into executable roadmaps. Excel at building and mentoring cross-functional teams, shaping platform strategies, managing distributed stakeholders, and championing ethical innovation. Adept with real-time 3D engines, containerized DevSecOps environments, and high-performance computing for simulation and visualization.

Passionate about the future of immersive computing, agentic AI systems, and digital ecosystems that enhance decision-making, learning, and interaction. Ready to contribute to mission-driven organizations and breakthrough technology initiatives that elevate global impact.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• AI/ML, Simulation, Architecture, Digital Transformation, & Platform Strategy

• Technical Program Management & Leadership

• Cross-Functional Team Leadership (Interdisciplinary)

• XR/AR/VR Product Integration, Development, & Management

• Digital Twin Development and Implementation

• Visualization (Data, Models, Virtual Environments, etc.)

• Cloud-Enabled Systems (AWS, Azure, Mobile Device Management)

• Human-Machine Interface (HMI/HUD/UX)

• Agile, DevSecOps, CI/CD Pipelines, Software Engineering

• DoD / NASA / Commercial / Higher Ed Collaboration

• Security Clearance: Top Secret

• Principal Investigator & Research (Academic & Commercial)

• Diligence, Humility, Kindness, and Mentoring

A FEW PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS

• Directed digital transformation and simulation initiatives supporting the DoD and NASA.

• Developed and provided support for commercial entity partnerships, collaborations, and integration

• Led 30+ engineers on multiple projects using immersive training systems, integrating AR/VR, AI/ML, visualization, and real-time simulation with audiences of varying sized (i.e. small to large).

• Managed technical programs valued over $25M+, ensuring delivery aligned with product and user goals.

• Developed cloud-based simulation frameworks using Unity, Unreal, OpenGL Mobile Management Devices (MDM), and custom APIs. to support simulation, training, digital twins, rapid prototyping, etc.

• Developed secure, immersive training, AI supportive, and autonomous training environments used across federal agencies and providing components for additional security privilege's (i.e. NIST 800 -171, Cyber Security SSP, Commerical Collaborator Cyber Evaluations etc).

• Collaborated with academic partners including Clemson University’s Deep Orange project on virtual vehicle simulation.

• Managed the designed virtual autonomous vehicles with terrain-driven pathing logic and behavioral modeling.

• Consulted for tech startups on platform strategy, simulation testing, and visualization UX.

• Supported ML teams by building 3D environments used to train and validate algorithms.

• Published and presented research on HMI, simulation ethics, and intelligent systems integration.

• Delivered enterprise-level modeling and digital twin solutions for defense and commercial clients.

• Oversaw full lifecycle product development, from concept to deployment, across multi-platform XR systems.

• Led interdisciplinary teams in adopting Agile and DevSecOps pipelines.

• Developed systems and systems of systems that have lead to previous employers continued use today, and the development of foundational components for company spin-offs and laboratories (commercial, academia, and federal government).

Note: These are a few highlighted accomplishments, and I am more than happy to discuss more.  Please see the embedded resume/CV for more information and feel free to reach out an contact me.

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