Mission-Driven Systems Engineering.
Electrical, Mechanical, and Systems Engineer
I am a fiercely project-focused engineering executive and operator designed to tolerate heavy context switching and navigate extreme operational interruptions. My background spans aerospace, autonomous maritime vessels, and high-voltage power architectures. I prioritize mission execution above all else.
My foundational work ethic originates in New York City as a 4th-generation IBEW Local 3 Electrician. A catastrophic freight elevator accident shifted my career trajectory early on. I also served as a Heavy Rescue Firefighter, maintaining high-angle rope rescue certifications and operating heavy extrication equipment during critical vehicular response operations. I am an award-winning carpenter, formerly competing at the New York State level, and have executed high-end custom projects in prominent homes along Long Island's Gold Coast. In Boston, I taught wood-turning as an instructor at Artisans' Asylum.
Outside the workshop, I spend my time surf-fishing, fly-fishing, or running my tractor. I have a young daughter whom I intend to raise with the exact same hands-on exposure to frogs, dirt, and nature that I experienced.
Most Recent Endeavors
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Founder[STEALTH MODE STARTUP]
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Guardian Agriculture Wind-Down
Corporate Restructuring & Asset LiquidationReturned from Paterinty leave to wind-down the company, at request of the Board of Directors, due to a reputation of ethical and operational credibility. Managed the complex corporate wind-down, technical restructuring, and asset liquidation processes following executive transitions in late 2025. Directed inventory valuation and oversaw systematic decommissioning to ensure maximum capital recovery. Handled the intellectual assets and the very heavy and volumous physical assets, personally.
Career Experience
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FounderSpearheading innovative engineering initiatives and advanced hardware development for the aerospace sector.
Guardian Agriculture
VP Hardware Engineering & Chief EngineerDirected hardware engineering operations, led complex cross-functional technical teams, and managed corporate technical restructuring.
Sikorsky
Engineering & DevelopmentContributed to advanced aerospace platforms by supporting critical systems on the CH-53K heavy-lift cargo helicopter. Exposure to heavy-lift aircraft through my younger brother, a Marine in the POTUS HMX-1 fleet at Quantico, sparked my direct entry into aerospace and defense.
- Operated IBM DOORS for DODD.5000 requirements analysis and traceability.
- Designed the electrical cabling for the CH-53K System Integration Lab.
Vector Controls
Maritime Systems EngineeringEngineered control systems and supported SWCC operations across a vast fleet of specialized naval and Coast Guard vessels:
- SEALION / CC-H Boats & USCG RB-M Boats
- Birdon Bridge Erection Boats (BEB)
- Vigor CCM - Combatant-Craft-Medium
- Special Operations Craft - Riverine (SOC-R)
- IN Fast Patrol Boat & IN Protector
- DARPA ACTUV Sea Hunter
- Fast Passenger Ferries
Served as the backstop engineer for electrical and mechanical engineering from inception and execution through testing and commissioning. Utilized EAGLE PCB Design, SolidWorks, TI Code Composer, and advanced Stratasys/EOS 3D printing.
QinetiQ-NA
Robotics & Naval ProjectsDeveloped maritime robotics and autonomous systems. Projects included the DARPA Blocker Hull Crawling Robot, the ONR Blackfish robotic jet-ski, and various classified ONR Naval tracking programs.
Local 3 IBEW
Construction ElectricianMy original long-term career path in heavy construction, based mainly in midtown Manhattan, ended after a severe freight elevator accident. During my tenure, I contributed to major infrastructure projects including the UJA building, multiple Lehman Brothers offices, and JFK Airport Terminal 7.
Technical Portfolio
Autonomous Maritime Vessels
Designed and integrated vessel control systems for high-performance naval platforms. Executed full systems integration for autonomous tracking, extreme-environment maneuverability, and Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen (SWCC) operational support in contested gulfs.
Hybrid-Electric VTOL & HVDC
Conducting rigorous simulation and modeling for industrial vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. Designing high-voltage DC architectures, robust battery management systems, and thermal management networks optimized for heavy-lift flight profiles independent of specific commercial off-the-shelf motor limitations.
Personal Projects & Builds
Project Hexapod
Independently designed, engineered, and fabricated a 4,000 lb propane-hydraulic, 6-legged walking robot. Built as a personal engineering challenge requiring intensive mechanical and fluid power integration.
LEGO Documentary
Participated as one of three indivduals in a Lego Documentary describing how playing with legos as a child helped foster the creative and engineering mindset, alongside Aurthor Ganson, Kinetic Sculptor
Overland Field Rig
Engineered a 2019 GMC Canyon All Terrain for remote access and off-grid utility, feild test vehicle, baby carrier, and remote office. The build integrates an Icon Vehicle Dynamics Stage 5 suspension, Deaver M66 leaf springs, and a Tune M1 Extruded Aluminum camper shell with power generation and storage, facilities, and multiple long range communication hardware to support anything I want to do, at any moment.
Additive Manufacturing Lab
Operating a functional rapid-prototyping lab utilizing Bambu Lab X1 Carbon, H2D AMS, and Tiertime continuous-feed 3D printers. The setup enables rapid iteration of structural components and custom mechanical brackets.
Compact Tractor Operations
Utilizing a John Deere 1025R sub-compact utility tractor paired with a 120R loader, pallet forks, and heavy implements for property management, snow clearing, and heavy material handling.
Interesting Links
Radio Frequency Links
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HeyWhatsThat
RF Range and Fresnel zone mapper.
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University of Twente WebSDR
Receiver radios based in the Netherlands that can tune in on kHz frequencies as observed. (Mobile users: append /m.html to the URL). Tip: Tune in to 4625kHz SSB for the Russian "Doomsday" Signal!
Outdoors
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Tune Outdoor
Makers of the Tune M1 pop-up truck camper shell (the ultimate lightweight "Stealth" setup).
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True Kit Inflatables
High-performance inflatable catamaran boats, perfect for pairing with electric outboards.
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Tenkara USA
Minimalist Japanese fly-fishing gear and techniques.
Causes & Support
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Operation High Flight
A Nashua New Hampshire-based non-profit based on KASH providing life-changing open-cockpit flights in vintage warbirds (Boeing Stearman) to veterans, first responders, and at-risk youth. They preserve aviation history while delivering moments of joy and inspiration to those who serve.