Richard Brasel

Richard Brasel has a diverse work experience spanning over several industries and roles. Richard is currently serving as the Chief Revenue Officer at PteroDynamics Inc. since March 2023. Prior to this, they worked as a Senior Principal Engineer at Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. from June 2020 to March 2023. From March 2018 to October 2019, Richard worked as a Business Development Executive at PAE ISR, LLC.

Before this, they served as a Program Director at Technology Service Corporation from February 2016 to February 2018. From September 2013 to February 2016, Richard worked as the Director of Programs at AeroVironment. Prior to this, they held the position of Director of Navy Programs at AAI Corporation, where they were responsible for new business development, capture management, and program execution of all small and medium unmanned air system programs for the U.S. Navy from December 2009 to August 2013.

Richard also has experience at Sikorsky Aircraft, where they worked as the Manager of Patuxent River Operations in 2008, and at PMA-268 Navy UCAS as the Program Manager from 2005 to 2008. Richard started their career at NAVAIR in 1996, working in a testing role, and also served as the Commanding Officer at the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School from 2001 to 2003. Overall, Richard has a strong background in engineering, program management, business development, and leadership roles within the aerospace and defense industries.

Richard Brasel has a diverse education history. Richard obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Geology from Eastern Illinois University, graduating in 1981. After that, in 1988-1989, they attended the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School to obtain a certification in Engineering Flight Test & Evaluation. Then, in 1995-1996, Richard Brasel pursued their Master of Arts (MA) degree in Strategic Studies from the U.S. Naval War College. Continuing their education, they attended The Johns Hopkins University from 2000 to 2003 and obtained a Master of Science (MS) degree in Technical Management.

In terms of certifications, Richard Brasel holds a Commercial Pilot's license for both Multi-Engine Plane and Rotary-Wing aircraft. These certifications were obtained from the Federal Aviation Administration, although no specific dates were provided. Additionally, in 2004, they attended DAU (Defense Acquisition University), but there is no information regarding the degree or field of study gained from this institution.