Brian Caddell Jr
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dynamic Missile Defense Test Engineer with proven expertise in operational testing and data analysis. Skilled in enhancing system performance through effective problem solving and leadership. Adept at sensor integration and fostering team collaboration, driving continuous improvement in missile defense systems and ensuring mission readiness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Weapon System and Missile Defense Test Engineer
USfalcon, Inc.
Colorado Springs, Co
01.2023 - Current
- Lead testing and evaluation of space and missile defense systems, assessing system vulnerabilities and performance across entire architectures using both real world and simulated environments.
- Evaluated and validated system performance using data analysis, established methodologies, and performance assessment tools to inform design decisions.
- Analyze recorded test data to identify interrelationships and factors impacting system performance, develop operational test scopes based on Critical Operational Issues, Measures of Effectiveness, Suitability, and Performance.
- Researched and defined test parameters, selecting operationally realistic methods to ensure accurate, relevant data collection for system evaluations.
- Submitted deficiency reports and recommended system enhancements for future upgrades, contributing to continuous improvement and mission readiness.
- Develop and administer surveys to evaluate system documentation, training, and safety, ensuring comprehensive system assessments.
Software/Test Engineer
Innovim
Colorado Springs, Co
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Designed, coded, tested, installed, and maintained engineering computer programs featuring complex functionality, stringent constraints, and sophisticated input/output requirements for test automation.
- Developed, maintained, and evaluated engineering computer systems, enhancing overall system reliability as a Software Engineer.
- Resolved processing anomalies in complex software systems through diagnostic support, improving system performance.
- Prepared specifications and participated in activities utilizing advanced programming principles and methodologies to ensure project alignment.
- Authored comprehensive computer program documentation and developed detailed operational procedures.
Missile Defense Radar Operator
InDyne Inc.
Colorado Springs, Co
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided operational and technical support for Long Range Discrimination Radar (LRDR) systems, ensuring readiness and effectiveness in mission-critical operations.
- Collaborated with United States Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation team to enhance radar exercises and inspections, contributing to improved operational readiness.
- Executed Space Domain Awareness (SDA) tasks and addressed support requests from 18th Space Control Squadron and National Space Defense Center, facilitating crucial situational awareness.
- Contributed to the development and ongoing updates of the LRDR program, including C2BMC integration, Tactics, Techniques, Procedures (TTPs), and organizational Standard Operating Procedures.
Missile Warning Crew Chief / Technician
JFCC-MWC / United States Navy
Colorado Springs, Co
03.2017 - 07.2021
- Collected and disseminated missile event data from national assets to NORAD NORTHCOM and forward users, enhancing situational awareness for U.S. and allied defense operations.
- Acted as Subject Matter Expert in Missile Warning systems, guiding troubleshooting and corrective maintenance processes.
- Led direct communications with system engineers to ensure continuous system redundancy and reliability.
- Scheduled, maintained, and participated in ongoing training and upkeep of Defense Radars worldwide.
- Acquired and verified event reporting from satellite assets to ensure accurate system information.
- Delivered timely event notifications to Tier One Headquarters across multiple global Areas of Operation.
- Established and maintained launch conferences among national-level agencies, coordinating critical launch data collection and distribution to uphold treaty compliance.
- Assisted in the operation and maintenance of satellite communications systems.
Combat Information Supervisor, Tactical Data Link Coordinator, Identification Supervisor, and Surface Warfare Supervisor
USS Monterey / United States Navy
Norfolk, Va
10.2011 - 03.2017
- Led the setup, operation, and supervision of Combat Information Systems, ensuring adherence to proper procedures at all assigned watch stations and briefing teams on potential threats.
- Coordinated the secure, rapid transfer of tactical data between multiple military assets, maintaining and managing a comprehensive tactical data picture across multiple ships and areas of operation.
- Created and managed surface tracking plots critical for tactical decision-making, including station keeping, search and rescue coordination, radar piloting, shore bombardment, weapons liaison, and surface warfare operations.
- Reviewed and implemented operational guidance to align with mission objectives and enhance situational awareness.
- Conducted IFF challenges on unknown aircraft, initiating queries and warnings to support air defense operations through effective contact reporting and classification.
- Built and maintained an accurate battlespace picture using multiple identification factors (track number, origin, course, speed, altitude, RCS), with in-depth knowledge of area flight lanes.
- Monitored daily operations and reported on team performance, recommending improvements to strengthen mission effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Management
American Military University
Charles Town/Ranson, West Virginia07-2026
High School Diploma -
L.V. Berkner HS
Richardson, Tx06-2011
Skills
- Data analysis and evaluation
- Technical documentation
- Operational testing and troubleshooting
- Problem solving and identification
- Missile defense systems
- Leadership and management
- Productivity enhancement
- Sensor integration and diagnostics
- Team collaboration and success
- Clear articulation of ideas
- End-to-end testing processes
- Risk assessment and management
Clearances Certifications Affiliations
- Top Secret with SCI
- Sensor Manager Qualification Course, 08/21
- C2BMC Operations Course, 10/21
- C2BMC Planner Course, 10/21
- GMD Basic Course, 02/22
- Eggplant Functional Lvl 1 & 2, 11/22
- Eggplant Performance lvl 1, 11/22
- Space Delta 12 IQT
- TST 102 Fundamentals of Test and Evaluation
- ACQ 0040 Ethics Training
- Project Management Foundations
Specific Knowledge Core Competencies
- Data Links / Data Analysis
- Top Secret / SCI
- Missile Warning / Missile Defense
- Organizational/Personnel Leadership
- Productivity Management
- Threat Assessment
- Sensor Integration
- Problem Solving
- Contributed to team success
- Articulation
Qualifications Summary
- Ten year United States Navy Veteran, serving aboard the USS Monterey (CG-61), a guided missile cruiser specializing in Air Warfare and Ballistic Missile Defense.
- Advanced Missile Warning and Defense expertise with JFCC-Space MWC at Cheyenne Mountain.
- Transitioned to civilian roles as a Missile Defense Radar Operator for the Long Range Discrimination Radar, then as a Test Engineer focused on sustainment and automation.
- Currently Supporting STARCOM at the 17th TES, Collaborating with the Missile Defense Agency on new radar systems and Weapons System Evaluation Programs.
Timeline
Weapon System and Missile Defense Test Engineer
USfalcon, Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Software/Test Engineer
Innovim
08.2022 - 12.2022
Missile Defense Radar Operator
InDyne Inc.
07.2021 - 08.2022
Missile Warning Crew Chief / Technician
JFCC-MWC / United States Navy
03.2017 - 07.2021
Combat Information Supervisor, Tactical Data Link Coordinator, Identification Supervisor, and Surface Warfare Supervisor
USS Monterey / United States Navy
10.2011 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Management
American Military University
High School Diploma -
L.V. Berkner HS