Work Experience

A two decade-long journey of building products that matter, leading teams that excel, and driving meaningful impact across diverse industries and scales.

DT

Program Technical Lead

DZYNE Technologies
Jan 2025 — Present
Texas, United States (Remote)
Current

Oversee development of advanced counter unmanned aerial systems while coordinating multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead program planning and execution for prototype CUAS sensors
  • Coordinate systems engineering across hardware, software, and integration
  • Collaborate with customers to define requirements and timelines
  • Write proposals, facilitate capture, and manage programs

Key Achievements

Ahead of schedule
Prototyping
Collaboratively developing cutting edge sensor technology for CUAS applications
+$5.8M awarded in 15 months
Proposal Generator
Created proposals that led to awarded contracts
15 engineers
Team Leadership
Directed multidisciplinary team to meet project milestones

Technologies & Tools

Systems EngineeringProject ManagementCUASDefense
DT

Sr. Systems Engineer

DZYNE Technologies
Dec 2024 — Jan 2025
Texas, United States (Remote)

Supported the development of advanced CUAS systems, focusing on requirements management, systems integration, and pre-award technical capture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Defined and documented technical requirements for emerging CUAS sensor technologies
  • Led system architecture planning and early-stage concept design reviews
  • Coordinated with capture and proposal teams to align technical inputs for RFP responses

Key Achievements

3 major efforts funded
Technical Capture
Contributed to shaping technical volumes that transitioned into funded programs
$4.6M captured
Proposal Support
Provided key technical inputs for proposals resulting in contract awards
2 system concepts developed
Systems Planning
Drafted system requirements and block diagrams for initial CUAS system concepts

Technologies & Tools

Systems EngineeringRequirements ManagementProposal ManagementModel Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
RT

Laser Systems Engineer

Raytheon
Jan 2022 — Mar 2024
McKinney, Texas, United States

Built, integrated and supported High Energy Laser Weapon Systems for Counter-UAS operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Built, integrated, tested and delivered five laser weapon systems
  • Analyzed laser performance data to maximize output power
  • Conducted safety evaluations and risk assessments
  • Provided 24/7 technical support and troubleshooting for field personnel
  • Created training documentation and collaborated across disciplines
  • Managed bill of materials and logistics for system assembly

Key Achievements

5 units
Systems Delivered
Successfully fielded UK and US Army laser weapon systems ranging from 15 kW to 50 kW, fixed and mobile platforms.
Maximized power
Output Optimization
Improved laser and optical component performance
Round-the-clock
Field Support
Ensured smooth deployment and maintenance in the field

Technologies & Tools

High Energy LasersCustom Hardware IntegrationData AnalysisSafety ComplianceBOM ManagementEarned Value Management
UNT

Graduate Research Scientist

University of North Texas
May 2016 — Dec 2023
Denton, Texas, United States

Conducted thin-film semiconductor research investigating TCR and electrical 1/f noise for DARPA.

Key Responsibilities

  • Led peers in designing and conducting complex experiments
  • Mentored students on laboratory methods and equipment setup
  • Built testing setups for electrical characterization and noise measurements
  • Managed schedules, budgets and research requirements
  • Developed technical documentation and coordinated with external partners

Key Achievements

7+ years
Lab Leadership
Oversaw multidisciplinary research program
New setups
Equipment Development
Designed specialized tools for semiconductor analysis
Training manuals
Documentation
Produced detailed guides and design plans

Technologies & Tools

Semiconductor DevicesFTIRRamanProject Management
UNT

Physics Grants Office and Payroll

University of North Texas
Jan 2016 — Dec 2017
Denton, Texas, United States

Handled payroll processing and data management for the physics department.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintained payroll data and resolved timesheet issues
  • Prepared weekly payroll for temporary and salaried staff
  • Managed payroll for multiple employee types

Key Achievements

100% compliance
Payroll Accuracy
Ensured error-free payroll processing
Improved workflow
Data Efficiency
Streamlined entry and error correction
Positive feedback
Staff Support
Provided prompt assistance with payroll questions

Technologies & Tools

Microsoft ExcelData ManagementCustomer Service
EI

Project Manager

Easi.info
Jul 2008 — Dec 2011
Lewisville, Texas, United States

Managed digital strategy projects encompassing marketing, advertising and sales.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitored projects totaling over $1.2M and approved payments
  • Forecasted schedules and resources, growing the team from 3 to 10 employees
  • Created project plans and managed milestones to meet deadlines

Key Achievements

14 projects
Company Growth
Expanded company capabilities and workforce
$1.2M managed
Budget Oversight
Maintained cost efficiency across all projects
Consistent
On-Time Delivery
Completed projects on or before schedule

Technologies & Tools

Project ManagementBudget ForecastingTeam Leadership
WF

Team Lead

Wells Fargo
Jun 2005 — Jul 2008
Westlake, Texas, United States

Led consumer and business customer sales and service team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervised team of up to 30 bankers and fostered a high-performance culture
  • Implemented initiatives increasing profit and customer satisfaction over 240%
  • Held regular meetings to communicate goals and provide feedback
  • Recruited, trained and evaluated team members
  • Served as liaison between upper management and staff

Key Achievements

240% increase
Profit Growth
Moved team from last to first in the center
9 months perfect
Quality Assurance
Achieved perfect QA scores during 2008
Company-wide
Top Team Lead
Recognized as leading team lead in profit and satisfaction

Technologies & Tools

Team LeadershipSales ManagementData Analytics
USA

Infantryman

US Army
May 2001 — Jul 2003
USA and South Korea

Served in active duty infantry roles conducting patrol and reconnaissance missions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Patrolled restricted areas and controlled access
  • Directed supporting fire and maneuvered units in combat
  • Conducted ground reconnaissance and reported intelligence
  • Executed orders from open and concealed positions

Key Achievements

Veteran
Honorable Service
Honorably discharged as a disabled veteran
100% success
Mission Execution
Completed reconnaissance and security missions
Unit cohesion
Teamwork
Worked effectively under high-pressure conditions

Technologies & Tools

Tactical TrainingCommunicationReconnaissance

Career Impact Summary

10+
Years Experience
8+
Projects Delivered
$7.0M+
Budgets Managed
50+
Team Members Led

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