Austin Tokarz

Austin Tokarz is a seasoned technical product manager with extensive experience in managing complex projects, particularly in the aerospace and autonomous vehicle sectors. Currently serving as a Senior Technical Product Manager at Forterra since May 2022, Tokarz oversees technical subsystems for autonomous vehicles. Prior to this role, participation in BreakLine Education provided a foundation in technology careers. At the National Reconnaissance Office from October 2018 to November 2021, Tokarz acted as Program Manager, leading a diverse team through the development of satellites and overseeing integration studies and launch campaigns. With a background in the US Navy, Tokarz held roles as Program Manager and Project Manager aboard USS Chancellorsville and USS Mobile Bay, respectively, focusing on navigation systems and engineering operations. Academic credentials include an MBA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Penn State University.