Sean Horner
Defense Systems Engineer | TS/SCI Cleared
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Air Force veteran with 12+ years in radar systems, test & evaluation, and target development. Skilled in system integration, verification, and cross-functional collaboration with engineers and vendors. Currently completing a DoD SkillBridge fellowship in Cybersecurity Analysis. Hold an active TS/SCI clearance and CompTIA Security+ certification.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SkillBridge Fellow – Cybersecurity Analyst
AllegiantVETS / DoD SkillBridge
08.2025 - Current
- Full-time training program focused on cybersecurity operations, frameworks, and enterprise defense, leveraging tools such as Splunk, Wireshark, and Palo Alto Networks.
- Gained hands-on experience in threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response planning through guided labs and capstone projects.
- Completed coursework aligned with Google Cloud, Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst, and CISA certification readiness.
- Developed and presented a final capstone: Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan and network security proposal.
Target Development Manager
U.S. Air Force
05.2022 - 08.2025
- Led a team of analysts to deliver advanced target development and weaponeering solutions, leveraging engineering software to determine the optimal munitions to achieve desired effects.
- Integrated intelligence, systems analysis, and operational requirements into mission planning products that supported high-stakes operations.
- Coordinated with engineers, operators, and joint partners to ensure target data, system inputs, and recommended solutions were accurate and mission-ready.
- Ensured compliance with operational standards, while balancing mission tempo with precision and effectiveness.
Test & Evaluation Manager
U.S. Air Force
05.2018 - 05.2022
- Directed operational test and evaluation (OT&E) of new and upgraded Air Force systems, from planning through execution.
- Authored and implemented test plans, procedures, and evaluation reports, ensuring systems met requirements before fielding.
- Led multi-disciplinary teams in system integration and verification across lab and field environments.
- Analyzed test data, identified performance gaps, and presented findings to senior leadership and program managers.
Radar, Airfield, and Weather Systems Technician
U.S. Air Force
09.2012 - 05.2018
- Directed operational test and evaluation (OT&E) of new and upgraded Air Force systems, from planning through execution.
- Authored and implemented test plans, procedures, and evaluation reports, ensuring systems met requirements before fielding.
- Led multi-disciplinary teams in system integration and verification across lab and field environments.
- Collaborated with vendors and engineering teams during developmental testing to identify issues and implement fixes, improving system performance prior to operational fielding.
- Analyzed test data, identified performance gaps, and presented findings to senior leadership and program managers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Operations
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 05.2001 -
Skills
Systems Integration & Verification – lab and field environments
Certification
CompTIA Security+
Timeline
SkillBridge Fellow – Cybersecurity Analyst
AllegiantVETS / DoD SkillBridge
08.2025 - Current
Target Development Manager
U.S. Air Force
05.2022 - 08.2025
CompTIA Security+
08-2018
Test & Evaluation Manager
U.S. Air Force
05.2018 - 05.2022
Radar, Airfield, and Weather Systems Technician
U.S. Air Force
09.2012 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Operations
University of Arizona
05.2001 -
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