Kevin Savage
**** ******* ****** ****., **** Breeze, FL 32563, US
Cell: 850-***-****
Email: *********@*****.***
Professional Summary
Highly skilled and experienced Systems Engineer and Test Engineer with extensive background in aerospace engineering, systems development, and test & evaluation. Proven track record in supporting high-profile projects and leading technical teams. Committed to advancing technology integration and enhancing operational capabilities.
Work Experience:
Odyssey Systems Consulting Group (in support of US Air Force)
Senior Data Links/Network Engineer
06/2023 – 06/2024, Mary Esther, FL
Assessed systems for Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) for US Air Force Special Tactics (ST) forces.
Developed and executed assessment plans, interfacing with SMEs and ST operators.
Delivered comprehensive Assessment Reports to AFSOC.
Modern Technology Solutions Inc. (MTSI)
Engineer – Principal
02/2020 – 03/2023, Eglin AFB, FL
Led developmental test and evaluation for AC-130J and AC-130J High Energy Laser (AHEL).
Revised outdated AC-130J Gunship Method of Test
US Air Force, Armament Directorate
Systems Development Engineer (GS-13)
08/2017 – 01/2020, Eglin AFB, FL
Provided engineering support for P5 Combat Training System (CTS) for international customers.
US Air Force, Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center
Aerospace Engineer (GS-13)
03/2016 – 08/2017, Eglin AFB, FL
Contributed to the development and testing of Long-Range Standoff (LRSO) weapon.
US Air Force, Armament Directorate
Systems Development Engineer (GS-13)
08/2006 – 03/2016, Eglin AFB, FL
Led systems engineering and integration for JDAM capabilities on F-35 and other aircraft.
Managed development tests for Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP) on B-2A aircraft.
US Air Force, 40th Flight Test Squadron, 46th Test Wing (TW)
Systems Development Engineer (GS-13)
08/2005 – 08/2006, Eglin AFB, FL
Directed F-16 flight test engineering projects, mentoring junior engineers.
US Air Force, 39th and 40th Flight Test Squadrons, 46th TW
Aerospace Engineer (GS-12)
06/1999 – 08/2005, Eglin AFB, FL
Planned and executed flight tests for F-16C/D, A-10C, and F-15E aircraft.
US Air Force, 46th TW
Aerospace Engineer (GS-12)
02/1993 – 06/1999, Eglin AFB, FL
Designed and implemented instrumentation modifications for multiple aircraft.
Education
Master's Degree in Aeronautical Science
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL (08/1994)
Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering
Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA (05/1986)
DAWIA Certifications
Level III Systems Planning, Research, Development and Engineering (07/2009)
Level I Program Management (10/2007)
Level III Test and Evaluation (11/2000)
Key Skills
Systems Engineering
Test and Evaluation
Project Management
Technical Leadership
Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations
Technology Integration
Flight Test Engineering
Achievements
Developed and implemented assessment plans and procedures for assessing EMSO capabilities.
Successfully managed the flight test program for the Massive Ordnance Penetrator weapon.
Successfully executed the Conformal Fuel Tank flight test program for the F-16 Block 52+ aircraft.
Streamlined test processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced project timelines.