ORNL Nuclear Nonproliferation Project Specialist with expertise in geospatial intelligence, military operations, and national security. Current work supports nuclear nonproliferation with remote sensing and geospatial analysis.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nuclear Nonproliferation Project Specialist
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
05.2024 - Current
As GeoNonPro Operations Manager, led domain and technical experts in supporting nuclear nonproliferation with geospatial analysis and remote sensing
Managed $1.5 million program and multidisciplinary team with operational and exploratory objectives emphasing budget conservation, efficient processes, and timely products
Interfaced with international organizations and federal sponsors to prioritize mission requirements and optimize project relevance
Commercial satellite industry lead and liaison
Geospatial Intelligence Specialist
STRATA-G, LLC
02.2023 - 05.2024
As team leader for radioactive material and immigration projects, developed and implemented strategy for multiple technical specialists facilitating effective teamwork and project focus
Expanding innovative radioactive material transport planning program through disciplined leadership, clear communication, partnership outreach, and collaborative problem-solving
Lead user outreach, human subject research initiatives, and interviews to identify success metrics and verify project relevance
X-Force Fellow
National Security Innovation Network
06.2022 - 08.2022
Connected DIU with the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA), DIA, and ODNI to facilitate future work
Presented on DIU's Machine Learning algorithms with emphasis on computer vision, satellite imagery, and a proposal for the next machine learning competition
Adopted new technological proficiencies supporting a Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning project
Space Systems Analyst (Intern)
The Office of The Director of National Intelligence (ODNI)
09.2021 - 05.2022
Independently developed partnerships with Space Information Sharing and Analysis Center (ISAC), Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), KSAT Kongsberg, and the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) to optimize relevance to stakeholder concerns
Evaluated domestic and adversary navigation systems
Collated publicly available databases in support of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) interference investigation
Naval Reserve Officer
United States Navy Reserve (USNR)
09.2017 - 04.2022
Maintained military relevance and IRR status through accepted correspondence courses
National Security Space Institute Intro to Space Course (21J) and Naval War College Joint Professional Military Education
Training Officer and Staff Officer Instructor
United States Navy Reserve (USNR)
04.2015 - 09.2017
NATO Supreme Allied Command Transformation Lessons Learned Staff Officer Instructor
In Stockholm, presented on multiple topics to leaders from 29 nations building alliance cohesion
Dynamically tailored training to meet specific cultural and linguistic requirements with documented positive feedback from attendees
Operations Admin Officer
Littoral Combat Ship
Navy, USA
05.2014 - 04.2015
Assisted the executive management team in making informed decisions by providing timely and accurate administrative support
Maintained files and filing, keeping sensitive information confidential
Combat Systems Department Head
Essex Amphibious Readiness Group
12.2013 - 05.2014
Diplomatically directed CEO-level leadership on matters of aviation, combat systems, safety, and antiterrorism/force-protection
Conducted in-depth research to become subject matter expert on new domain, build inter- and intra-organizational cohesion, and maintain system integrity
Revitalized the Combat System and Anti-Terrorism Force Protection Programs to maximize situational awareness, improve battle rhythm, successfully achieve nine certifications, and correct 21 casualty reports (inoperable or degraded equipment) while managing six ships
Aviation Training Team Lead and Safety Director
Littoral Combat Ship Squadron One
02.2011 - 12.2013
Safety Director. Developed and implemented a critical safety program in support of the Navy's new Littoral Combat Ship Squadron program encompassing 500 personnel
Led senior aviation training team in assessing eight flight deck crews annually for high visibility Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) program
As Training Team Lead, maintained an advanced level of knowledge, professionalism, and discipline resulting in designation as the sole trusted agent by the United States Navy assessment team, Afloat Training Group, San Diego
Helicopter Aircraft Commander
Helicopter Anti-Submarine Light Four Five, USN
02.2008 - 02.2011
Designated authority for a 20 million-dollar combat aircraft, advanced weapons, and navigation systems, and crew requiring frequent time-critical decision-making and action under pressure. Successfully accumulated over 1,100 accident-free flight hours
Deployed Division Officer. Established and directed training, reconnaissance, and mission planning for a full 23-person detachment leading to seven months of operational success and achievement of seven tactical and three operational qualifications
Detachment Operations Officer. Coordinated planning and operations for multiple multinational exercises including AMAN 2009, CARAT 2010, PEACE TRITON, RIMPAC 2014, ten high-intensity maritime strait transits, international coastal surveillance missions, port visits in over ten nations, and the rescue of pirated M/V Magellan Star and crew
Student Naval Aviator & Fleet Replacement Pilot
USN
05.2005 - 02.2008
Education
M.S. - Geospatial Intelligence
Johns Hopkins University
05.2023
M.A. - International Relations
Tufts University
08.2020
Psychology - French
Purdue University
01.2005
Skills
Program Management
Multi-level Leadership
Geographic Information Systems
Geospatial Intelligence
Stakeholder Engagement
In-Depth Research
Certification
Professional In Human Resources
Publications
Organizational change: Perspectives from human resource management., Baran, B. E., Filipkowski, J. N., & Stockwell, R. A., Journal of Change Management, 19, 201-219, 2019
Timeline
Nuclear Nonproliferation Project Specialist
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
05.2024 - Current
Geospatial Intelligence Specialist
STRATA-G, LLC
02.2023 - 05.2024
X-Force Fellow
National Security Innovation Network
06.2022 - 08.2022
Space Systems Analyst (Intern)
The Office of The Director of National Intelligence (ODNI)
09.2021 - 05.2022
Naval Reserve Officer
United States Navy Reserve (USNR)
09.2017 - 04.2022
Training Officer and Staff Officer Instructor
United States Navy Reserve (USNR)
04.2015 - 09.2017
Operations Admin Officer
Littoral Combat Ship
05.2014 - 04.2015
Combat Systems Department Head
Essex Amphibious Readiness Group
12.2013 - 05.2014
Aviation Training Team Lead and Safety Director
Littoral Combat Ship Squadron One
02.2011 - 12.2013
Helicopter Aircraft Commander
Helicopter Anti-Submarine Light Four Five, USN
02.2008 - 02.2011
Student Naval Aviator & Fleet Replacement Pilot
USN
05.2005 - 02.2008
Professional In Human Resources
M.S. - Geospatial Intelligence
Johns Hopkins University
M.A. - International Relations
Tufts University
Psychology - French
Purdue University
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