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An expert in the widely separated fields of human factors psychology, engineering, and aviation. Experience in the development and implementation of aviation training systems.

Six years as a flight instructor with Air Training Command.

Instrumental in the development of requirements for the JPATS ground-based training system. Human factors consultant to the contractor for the B-52 WST and F-111 simulator upgrades. Lead investigator for development of a simulation that could be used to resolve problems with F-14 spin recoveries. Evaluated cost effectiveness of visual world displays for Navy ground attack simulators. Conducted task analysis to determine visual simulation specifications for F-15.

Conducted study to determine trainee needs for a suite of AV-8B maintenance trainers. Analyzed training shortfalls and needs for Space Command. Evaluated cost effectiveness of visual world displays for Navy ground attack simulators.Determined AWACS requirements for integration of aircrew training with other force components using a Distributed Mission Training approach.

Conducted study to determine trainee needs for a suite of AV-8B maintenance trainers.

Author of articles in USAF Instructors’ Journal: "The Role of the Student", and "Programmed Review."

Strong practical experience in managing aerospace activities and government engineering personnel. Proven ability to find mutually acceptable solutions to government/contractor issues.

Assistant Professor, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses in accident investigation, human factors, aircraft operations, systems management, and aircraft safety courses for at centers in Cincinnati and at Wright-Patterson AFB. He has served as advisor for Graduate Research Projects for 6 to 10 students each year.

General Manager for Training Systems for JWK International Corporation. Was responsible for coordinating training contracts, recruiting professional researchers, and responding to solicitations for training support.

Systems Engineer specializing in Human Factors and Training Systems for SIMTEC, Inc. Investigated and evaluated current B-1 training missions, simulators and academic training using structured interviews with instructors and aircrews. Part of a six man team that conducted an analysis of B-1 training to accommodate the newly assigned mission of conventional warfare as part of an integrated combat team. The results formed the basis for a Functional Requirements Document for new B-1 Training Media. Participated in the definition of aircrew training devices for the B-1 with specific recommendations for integrating the B-1 into the DMT. Contributed to analyses of user needs for Distributed Mission Training (DMT). Developed a concept of operations for visual systems that support DMT. Principal author and investigator for an evaluation of visual cues used by F-15C pilots during air-to-air combat.

Senior Systems Engineer with Automation Research Systems, Limited, where he worked with CSC as technical leader for the Department of Defense Materiel Management System (MMS) Graphical User Interface (GUI) design team. Prepared the top level specifications and design of the GUI. Team leader for the Systems Engineering Standards group, responsible for the development of standards for all subcontractors working on the MMS. Supported documentation for the deployment of selected logistics systems.

Senior Engineer for JWK International Corporation. Analyzed user requirements for Space Command training, and joint service threat simulation. For each of these projects, he determined system information needs and established and analyzed information databases. He assessed the status of the current systems, identified system faults, and developed computer-based approaches to resolve the problems that were encountered. Lead investigator for a Training Systems Requirements Analysis (TSRA) for the Ground-based training system for the Air Force Primary Aircraft Training System (AFPATS). Authored the Training System Basis Analysis Report that summarized the results of the TSRA and recommended an optimum configuration and syllabus for training.

Senior Human Factors Engineer for Veda, Incorporated. Developed a requirements document for the Performance Assessment and Workload Evaluation System to be used during the test and evaluation of Air Force cockpits. Analytically evaluated cockpit workflow metrics, established measurement criteria, and planning corrective action.

Engineering Supervisor for Boeing Military Airplanes. Supervised twelve human factors engineers in the development of pilot information needs for the Army's Light Experimental Helicopter and in the design of human interfaces on Air Force One. Developed solutions for human factors problems in crew station designs for missile launchers, refueling systems, computerized maintenance aids, anti-submarine patrol aircraft, and the use of fiber optics.

Principal Scientist for Systems Research Laboratories, Inc. Analyzed and made design recommendations for simulator instructor stations, B-1, and gunship crew stations, maintenance trainers, and airborne missile launch control stations. Demonstrated the use of interactive, interpretative systems with on-line, real time acquisition capabilities. On a contract with the US Navy, he developed an analytical approach that led to the solution of problems with the F-14 spin recovery. He investigated and co-authored a paper on the status of training at a nuclear spent fuel storage facility.

Officer, USAF. Flew F-100, F-4 and F-111 fighter aircraft, completed 225 combat missions in the B-57 in Viet Nam, and instructed students in the T-33, T-37, and T-38 aircraft. Served as Academic Instructor for Undergraduate Pilot Training, teaching student pilots the essentials needed for flight training. Completed a tour as a command post operations officer at Nellis AFB and flew additional combat missions as an airborne battle staff operations officer in Thailand. Served as research leader in the Crew Systems Integration Branch of Flight Dynamics Laboratory. Supervised and actively participated in the identification of pilot information needs that can be met by a computer-based suite of cockpit controls and displays.