Chief Autonomy Scientist / January, 2016 — July, 2022

Autonomy includes the subtopics of Perception, Situational Understanding, Planning and Decision-Making, and Behavior Execution. Plus, today's appetite for Intelligent Autonomous Systems requires a strong affinity with Artificial Intelligence. Autonomous systems naturally require a System View since they depend heavily on sensors, signal processing, electro-mechanical systems, computers and microprocessors, communications, human-machine interfaces, and more. Thus, as Chief Autonomy Scientist, I take a multi-disciplinary approach to crafting autonomous solutions that will meet operational and system requirements while meeting cost and risk constraints. As an Autonomous Systems Subject Matter Expert, I serve as technical lead on IRAD efforts and provide review and guidance on autonomy architectures and implementations, help Leidos integrate autonomy into our existing products, solutions and work force and incorporate autonomy into their technology road maps and strategic vision.

Consulting Employee / July, 2022 — Present

Similar to previous position, but part time to allow me to pursue other, non-conflicting opportunites.

Dept. Head, Autonomy, Perception, and Cognition / September, 2009 — December, 2015

This Dept. in the Autonomous and Intelligent Systems Division focuses on the autonomous tactical and mission control of systems, including development of technology for autonomous unmanned vehicles in all domains, plus relevant architectures, technologies and standards. Current work includes an autonomous maritime piracy deterrent for our sponsor, WatchStander LLC (visit www.watchstander.com) and application of Cognitive Architectures to achieve advanced autonomy.

VP Business Innovation & Robotics / October, 2008 — September, 2009

This “intrepreneurial” position focused on starting up a Mobile Robotics division within Prioria. Other duties included business development and research support for Prioria’s flagship product: the Maveric Small UAS.

Managing Director - Autonomous Systems / November, 2006 — July, 2008

Assessment and application of Honeywell core technologies to solve new problems in new markets: • Management and technical leadership of key robotics and advanced perception projects (Landmark-based precision navigation in GPS-denied environments, Autonomous commercial mowing, Compact low-cost automotive/marine radar, Sensor Fusion for automotive active safety systems) • Business Development for those projects, plus: Autonomous Mining Operations, Autonomous Runway Snow Removal and Lamp Maintenance, Autonomous Water Craft and Yacht Safety Systems • Management of 19-person engineering team at Honeywell Technology Solutions in Bangalore, India • Liaison for Universities and outside R & D firms • Honeywell leader for Honeywell/Ford/Delphi Track A Finalist Team for DARPA Urban Challenge.

Graduate Research Assistant / May, 2003 — November, 2006

Full-time PhD student and half-time roboticist in UF Center for Intelligent Machines and Robotics. Active particpant in the Joint Architecture for Unmanned Systems (now SAE AS-4) and in the first two DARPA Grand Challenge events. Dissertation Research: An Adaptive Planning Framework for Situation Assessment and Decision-Making on an Autonomous Ground Vehicle.

VP Advanced Technologies / January, 2000 — March, 2003

Responsible for Business Development, Project and Staff Management for leading-edge application development in the manufacturing, finance, insurance, energy, and defense sectors. Duties included: • Executive Consultant and Emerging Technology Facilitator • Oversight of company’s Software Engineering Best Practices and Standards • Oversight of company’s application development practice.

Co-Founder/Chief Technology Officer / March, 1984 — February, 2000

Responsible for Business Development, Project and Staff Management for leading-edge application development in the manufacturing, finance, insurance, energy, and defense sectors. Duties included: • Developing and cultivating the company’s Vision, Mission and Values and Strategic Direction • Executive Consultant and Emerging Technology Facilitator • Oversight of company’s Software Engineering Best Practices and Standards • Oversight of company’s entrée into emerging software technologies Sold company to Strategic Technologies, Inc. in 2000.

Nuclear Engineer and Manager - Risk Management / July, 1974 — March, 1984

• Increasing levels of responsibility from entry-level Nuclear Engineer to Manager • Emphasis on new product development and application of leading edge software tools for the commercial nuclear power industry, and later for other industries and the Defense sector • Risk, reliability and safety analysis, power plant licensing and regulatory compliance.