A W. possesses extensive experience in engineering and project management within various organizations, including SPAWAR, where A W. has held multiple senior-level engineering roles since 2010, focusing on unmanned undersea vehicles and advanced military technology integration. A W. has contributed to the management of over 500 Department of Defense projects, provided technical direction, and facilitated the oversight of interns and new professionals. Additional roles include adjunct professorship at San Diego Community College District, instructing on computer and information sciences, and prior positions at the US Navy, General Atomics, Medtronic, and NASA, showcasing a diverse background in engineering and technological innovation. A W. holds a Ph.D. in Engineering from Colorado State University, among other degrees, and is recognized as a Senior Member of IEEE.