ROBERT DANNENBRING

Led the design and implementation of enterprise systems supporting global flight and system operations. Acted as the primary technology partner to business leaders, driving roadmap development, aligning IT strategy with operational goals, and architecting complex, integrated solutions using modern cloud and mobile technologies.

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:

• Architected cross-system operational dashboards using Power Platform and Azure SQL to centralize real-time decision-making data, enabling operations leaders to reduce risk and improve flight reliability.
• Led development of regulatory-critical Positive Launch Tracking application using Microsoft PowerApps, allowing pre-flight sign-off by operational teams. Prevented potential loss of China flight authority and multimillion-dollar fines.
• Defined and maintained a 2–3 year technology roadmap, ensuring project alignment with evolving business goals and regulatory standards (FAA/FAR compliance).
• Collaborated across architecture, network, infrastructure, and security teams to design scalable, secure, and resilient systems across Azure and on-prem hybrid environments.
• Oversaw device lifecycle and deployment of FAA-regulated hardware, ensuring operational compliance and seamless field performance.
• Provided executive-level updates, managed cross-functional project pipelines, and influenced technical direction across business units.
• Key Technologies: Azure SQL, Microsoft Power Platform, REST APIs, C#, PowerShell, SQL Server, Xamarin, Agile/Scrum, CI/CD, SOA, Azure DevOps

Bridged technical and operational teams to deliver strategic systems that aligned with core airline operations. Spearheaded remote work transitions, modernized mobile applications, and introduced innovation in crew and flight management systems.

Key Achievements:

• Led full technical transition of Global Control Center to remote work during pandemic. Delivered secure, scalable solution in 2 weeks without disruption to operations.
• Designed and deployed proprietary Hawk Browser application to circumvent legacy browser limitations on pilot devices, enabling successful launch of critical crew-facing applications.
• Partnered with Flight & System Ops stakeholders to prototype, validate, and deliver high-impact tools aligned with airline safety and performance metrics.
• Key Technologies: Azure AD, Citrix, Windows 10, Hawk, PowerShell, AirWatch, Objective-C

• Directed architecture and delivery of solutions supporting flight crews, regulatory compliance, and charter sales. Oversaw full SDLC and cross-department technical strategies.
• Key Achievements:
• Architected Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) system using iPads for pilot access to digital flight manuals. Achieved $1M+ in annual cost savings across data, fuel, and admin.
• Designed and implemented Salesforce-based Charter Planning workflow system, transforming manual sales processes into streamlined digital workflows.
• Key Technologies: iOS, Objective-C, Salesforce, XML, SQL Server, FAA EFB Standards

Led the architecture and implementation of major enterprise and field applications for a regional commuter rail network. Oversaw a cross-functional team including developers, analysts, and QA professionals.

Key Achievements:

• Spearheaded the Mobile Ticketing initiative in partnership with Long Island Rail Road, leading RFP process and integration strategy for barcode-based validation system.
• Re-architected the legacy Ticket Issuing Machine (TIM) application from Windows CE to a modern iOS-based platform with PCI-compliant design, NFC/tap support, and mobile ticket scanning.
• Led end-to-end system architecture including database schema, SOA-based middleware (WCF), and secure transaction processing.
• Key Technologies: Objective-C, iOS, WCF, Oracle, .NET, PCI Compliance, NFC

Managed development of critical field and operations support systems. Focused on modernizing mobile applications and real-time data workflows to improve operational visibility and customer satisfaction.

Key Achievements:

• Developed a mobile-enabled Lost & Found system including public-facing portal and handheld data collection, becoming one of the largest such systems in the U.S.
• Revived and successfully implemented Pass Bureau application upgrade after prior failed attempts, modernizing the tech stack and streamlining business workflows.
• Key Technologies: Windows Mobile, .NET, VB 6, Oracle, RFID, Web Services

Progressed from systems analyst to lead senior projects across mobile application development and operational analytics.

Key Achievements:

• Designed and deployed the railroad industry's first mobile Point of Sale system (TIM) using .NET Compact Framework, significantly reducing revenue leakage.
• Developed train and station inspection platforms and crew compliance tools using embedded devices and wireless data transfer for real-time tracking.
• Key Technologies: .NET CF, eVB, C++, Windows CE, Oracle, SQL Server