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Callan Kent

California

Summary

Driven Susceptibility Engineer with extensive experience in the M&S community, specializing in delivering quality analyses under time sensitive deadlines. Adept at completing complex projects and prioritizing critical requirements with persistence. Eager to leverage a robust background and dedication to expand knowledge in the Electro-Optical/Infrared, and Radar Cross Section M&S domains.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Susceptibility Engineer

SURVICE Engineering
10.2023 - Current
  • Promoted to Combat Survivability Division Modeling & Simulation Representative in May 2025; lead trade study development, defined analytical parameters, and coordinated tasking across the team while independently executing simulation analysis, scripting, post-processing, and research
  • Collaborated with commanders and major defense contractors to support modeling and simulation based assessments of system effectiveness
  • Presented the 'Challenges of Dynamic RCS for Prop Aircraft and Rotorcraft' at the 2023 NDIA Aircraft Survivability Symposium
  • Applied Python and MATLAB for automated post-processing, statistical analysis, and visualization of M&S outputs
  • Conducted susceptibility analyses through use of ESAMS, and Navy Benchmark modeling and simulation tools
  • Performed in-depth intelligence research of various platforms to aid in the development of the Navy Benchmark modeling and simulation tool package
  • Utilized BlueMax7 to produce TSPI data for use in multiple analytical processes
  • Lead an independent use case analysis to ensure accurate engineering-level modeling across two M&S tools; authored and presented technical briefs to the development team to support tool improvement


Survivability Technician

SURVICE Engineering
04.2021 - 10.2023
  • Developed and maintained complex Excel spreadsheets to post-process and visualize data
  • Trained engineers on the effective use of Xpatch software, aiding their ability to conduct advanced data analysis
  • Leveraged Materialise Magics software to edit and refine complex CAD models, enhancing the accuracy and functionality of engineering designs

RCS Data Analyst

AVX Aircraft Co
06.2019 - 12.2019
  • Synthesized faceted meshes to be used in RCS data computations
  • Utilized high performance computing systems at the ARL DSRC
  • Successfully computed RCS data requirements
  • Exhibited detailed presentations explaining means of computing
  • Advanced interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Electrical Engineering

Florida State University
Tallahassee, Florida
08.2023

Skills

  • Infrared (IR) and Radar Cross Section (RCS) Computations: Experienced in performing analyses on systems within the IR and RCS domains
  • Microsoft Office Suite: Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other Office tools for data analysis and reporting
  • Python & MATLAB: Experienced in scripting for data parsing, processing, and visualization to support modeling and simulation analysis
  • Modeling & Simulation: Skilled in conducting ESAMS and Navy Benchmark engagement-level analyses to assess system effectiveness
  • Xpatch Prediction Codes: Proficient in utilizing Xpatch for radar signature prediction and analysis
  • AFSIM Fundamentals: Knowledgeable in the use of AFSIM for modeling and simulation

Timeline

Susceptibility Engineer

SURVICE Engineering
10.2023 - Current

Survivability Technician

SURVICE Engineering
04.2021 - 10.2023

RCS Data Analyst

AVX Aircraft Co
06.2019 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Electrical Engineering

Florida State University