CV
Product leader with expertise in autonomous systems, robotics, and AI. Proven track record of launching innovative products and securing significant funding across startups, federal departments, and major tech companies.
Experience

Product Manager at Wing (a Google company)

From 11/22 to Present, Remote

  • Architected and launched Wing's drone delivery teleoperations software: Built software tools ensuring compliant operations enabling rapid expansion across the Dallas metro area and Australia.
  • Scaled delivery reach by 75%: With these new tools, Wing has expanded service area, opening access to thousands of new customers.
  • Led development of teleoperation tooling for autonomous system with the goal of reducing cost per delivery by 60%+.

Product Manager and Engineer at Dephy

From 3/2020 to 11/2022, Maynard, MA

  • Early employee of a wearable robotics startup, leading product development and technical initiatives.
  • Developed data analysis software: Improved AI algorithms for exoskeleton gait detection and augmentation, achieving ~99% accuracy.
  • Secured $1M+ funding: Spearheaded military product development with Army & Airforce for next-gen exoskeletons.
  • Helped generate significant revenue: Led a customer-facing product line, enabling rapid wearable robotics research adoption.

Research Engineer (Products and Biomechanics) at the U.S. Army

From 6/2015 to 3/2020, Natick, MA

  • Led research and development of next-generation products for soldier performance enhancement and protection.
  • Managed cross-functional teams and programs for military equipment testing and validation.
  • Demonstrated exceptional performance resulting in 3 promotions from GS-9 to GS-12 over tenure.
  • Published multiple peer-reviewed papers on biomechanics and human performance optimization.
Core Competencies

Technical Leadership

8+ years
Product & Program Management
6+ years
Autonomous Systems Development
5+ years
AI/ML Implementation

Domain Expertise

  • Aviation Regulations & Compliance
  • Robotics & Wearable Technology
  • Human Performance Optimization
  • Research & Development

Technical Skills

Python Matlab SQL C R Git

Leadership

  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Technical Product Management
Education

PhD Biomedical Engineering (incomplete)

University of Connecticut

  • Concentration in Computational Mechanics

M.S. Biomedical Engineering

University of Connecticut

  • Concentration in Mechanical Engineering

B.S. Biomedical Engineering

University of Connecticut

  • Minor in Material Science and Engineering
Patents
Select Publications
Certifications

U.S. Secret Security Clearance

2013 - 2020

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