Steven R. Dreger

Steven R. Dreger is a seasoned Technical Engineering Program Manager at New Wave Design and Verification since 2024, specializing in the integration of hardware, firmware, and software technologies for defense and aerospace applications. With significant experience at 3M from 2007 to 2023, Steven held roles as Senior Manufacturing Technology Program Manager and Software Development Specialist, successfully managing a project portfolio that generated over $50M in annual value and delivering automated inspection solutions across the US and Asia-Pacific. Prior to 3M, Steven worked as a Contract Software Engineer and Subject Matter Expert, contributing to notable projects at multiple companies, including 3M and Corel. Steven's career also includes a tenure as Principal and Technical Architect at American Management Systems, focusing on telecommunications system development in Europe. Steven holds a Master of Science in Project Management from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota and a double major Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Political Science from Marquette University.