Manager Engineer

Kevin Brown, Counter UAS Technical Analyst

256-***-****, ******@*****.***

PROFILE Experienced System Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the mechanical or industrial engineering industry. Skilled in Counter UAS, Analytical Skills, Operations Management, Operational Planning, and Acquisition Analysis. Worked in the UAS field for 10 years with group 1-3 platforms and currently in Counter UAS in Washington DC. I hold a current TS SCI clearance.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Feb 2020 — Present

Counter UAS Technical Analyst/Operations Analyst, KBR Arlington

Working at the Pentagon in a fast-paced job in acquisition and resources for the Army. I am currently in the Tech Planning division which overseen by a LT General. I asses all currently fielded systems as well as emerging systems to see if they will make a down select of systems.

Keep team, LNOs, and Staff aware of existing and future C-UAS programs, capabilities, requirements and employment

• Assess/analyze current and future C-UAS capabilities, employment and make recommendations on improving C-UAS employment

• Working with JCIDS (Capabilities Development Documents, ONS, JUONS, Directed Requirements, etc.)

• Working in conjunction with the planners to provide operational insights to improve current and future plans

• Working in conjunction with the Policy team, provide operational insights to improve C-UAS policy development

• Currently work on staff actions to support Army CUAS efforts

• Prepare written products (reports, info papers, executive summaries) to shape and defend Army CUAS positions such as Power Point Presentations for 2 Star, Financial analysis of bases on a global scale, Project Analysis documents describing what the stake holder expects services to provide in exchange for funding and produced a library for all team information so it can be easily recalled.

Jan 2017 — Feb 2020

UAS Systems Engineer, Synergy Aerospace, Inc. Lexington Park

Serve as Ground Control Station (GCS) Engineer and support the team on the following UAV platforms:

- RQ-21A (Blackjack), Scan Eagle, PUMA, Aerostar

•Provide engineering technical expertise and conduct activities supporting the Fleets ability to ensure safe RQ21 systems functional operation, work to ensure Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Technical Directives (TDs) and IETM (maintenance and repair procedures) deliver on the requirements for changed designs.

•Work with National Geospatial-intelligence Agency (NGA) to get the latest DTED and maps to use for navigation on the RQ-21A platform.

•Oversee the development, testing, and certification process of Avionics that are implemented in the RQ-21A (Blackjack).

•7+ years’ experience with STANAG 4586 NATO Standard Interface of the Unmanned Control System

•Provide activities supporting resolution of Fleet mishap investigation, resolution of deficiency reports, Engineering Investigations (EI) and Problem Reports (PR).

•Provide engineering technical work in support of PMA-263's configuration management plans.

•Support development and maintenance of technical data packages; requirements documents, the specifications for performance, system and subsystem design, and interface control documentation.

•Support Cyber Warfare activities including the creation and distribution of system updates.

•Serve as the PMA 263 RQ-21A Key Manager. Tasking includes the creation, management, and distribution of C2 and datalink AES-256 encryption keys.

Apr 2015 — Jan 2017

Maintenance Coordinator Manager/Program Manager, Avian LLC Lexington Park

Started the RQ-21A program at Webster Field creating and maintaining a fleet of aircraft and all ground supporting equipment.

•Oversaw the RQ-21A program as Sr. program manager.

•Lead maintainer of the Aerostar UAS

•SME and lead maintainer for the Blackjack RQ-21A UAS

•Worked on Shadow RQ-7B UAS as ground crew and maintenance

•Plane captain and ground crew chief for Aerostar UAS

•Plane captain and ground crew chief for RQ-21A (Integrator)

Jun 2009 — Jul 2015

UAS Operator/Maintainer/Field Trainer, Insitu Bingen

Responsible for safe, controlled flying of more than 600 hours as pilot-in-command of Scan Eagle UAV platform in completing sorties and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions for customers. Function as lead maintenance person at four sites with accountability for staffing, scheduling, parts ordering, and oversight of routine and complex aircraft repairs. Serve as Field Trainer for safe and efficient aircraft flying, ISR operations, and compliance with company policies, standards, and regulations. Actively and directly participate in troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of multimillion-dollar parts, pneumatic launch and recovery systems, electrical systems, and carbon fiber aircraft frame. Accurately monitor and report on all repairs, parts, and accidents.

•Successfully completed more than 200 launches and recoveries of Scan Eagle UAV.

•Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and programs for aircraft field operations and maintenance.

•Built strong team resulting in increased productivity and customer satisfaction.

•Contributed to 20% operating cost reduction by ensuring no losses of aircraft.

•Selected to manage multi-million-dollar contract with foreign military involving extensive training and coordination with senior leaders and officials.

•Maintained safe work environment by ensuring proper implementation of policies.

•Earned employee award for achieving zero aircraft crashes during tenure.

Jun 2008 — Jun 2009

Lead Field Service Representative, Allen Vanguard Ottowa, ON

Managed all operations of Electronic Counter Measures site while overseeing 15 team members and millions of dollars in equipment. Led and assisted directly in maintenance and programming of complex computer systems. Instructed personnel in proper system operation and routine maintenance. Tracked and analyzed system problems utilizing detailed databases.

Dec 2001 — Jun 2008

Associate Scientist, BASF Agricultural Research Triangle Park

Cloned and designed plasmids for maize transformation, performed cell transformation using vectors inserted into agrobacteria, and ensured corn plant survival in greenhouse. Conducted troubleshooting and testing of experimental operating procedures.

May 2001 — May 2007

Sergeant, USMC Reserve, USMC Reserve Greensboro

Trained, counseled, mentored, supervised, and evaluated job performance of all team members. Ensured preparation of personnel for weekend field training exercises. Oversaw professional development and career growth of department staff. Maintained employee files, reports, and related documentation.

EDUCATION

May 1991 — May 1998

Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, East Carolina University

Greenville

SKILLS

Project Management

Acquisitions

UAS Pilot

UAS Systems Engineering

Counter UAS

Operational Management

REFERENCES

COURSES

Feb 2017 — Feb 2017

Acquisition 101, DAU

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