Maurice Hudson III (Ed)

Maurice "Ed" Hudson, III has a diverse work experience spanning several industries and roles. Maurice "Ed" has held positions at various companies, starting in 1976 with their service in the US Army as a Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) and Commander, where they commanded and led military organizations and conducted major operational field tests.

Following their military service, they worked as a Systems/Test Engineer at Analytical Systems Engineering Corp (ASEC) from 1988 to 1994, providing systems engineering support to the USAF Electronics System Division for strategic reconnaissance and communications systems.

From 1994 to 2000, Hudson worked as a Systems Test and Evaluation Engineer at SenCom Corp, where they supported the USAF Electronics System Division and the Ballistic Missile Defense Organization in assessing Battle Management, Command, Control, and Communications (BMC3) systems.

In 1999, they worked as a Senior Program Manager IV at M/A-COM, Aerospace and Defense Division, overseeing the planning, control, and execution of multiple defense and commercial aerospace programs.

Starting in 2000, Hudson began working in roles related to systems engineering and acquisition management. Maurice "Ed" served as a Branch Chief at SPARTA, Inc. from 2000 to 2009, providing systems engineering integration and verification support for the Missile Defense Agency's Ballistic Missile Defense System. Maurice "Ed" also worked at ManTech International as a Principal Systems Engineer, supporting the Department of Homeland Security's Domestic Nuclear Detection Office.

From 2011 to 2013, Hudson served as a Principal Systems Engineer at Whitney Bradley Brown (WBB), Inc., providing technical support and guidance for systems engineering policy and guidance to the Department of Defense.

In 2013, they founded their own company, Systems Engineering Solutions (S.E.S.), and served as a Defense Acquisition Systems Engineer.

Hudson has also worked as Deputy Project Lead and Senior Acquisition Analyst at Integrity Management Consulting, Inc

Maurice "Ed" Hudson, III has a diverse education history. Maurice "Ed" began their academic journey at Wicomico Senior High School in Salisbury, MD, where they received a diploma in college preparation from 1964 to 1967. Maurice "Ed" then attended Lansdowne Senior High School in Lansdowne, MD, from 1967 to 1968, where they obtained an academic diploma. Hudson further pursued their education at Catonsville Community College in Catonsville, MD, specializing in engineering from 1968 to 1970.

In 1971, Hudson earned a diploma from the United States Military Academy Preparatory School, where they studied college preparation and military art & science studies. Building upon this foundation, they went on to attend the United States Military Academy at West Point from 1972 to 1976. During this time, they completed a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Applied Science & Engineering/Liberal Arts.

Hudson's commitment to their military career led him to various specialized training programs and schools. Maurice "Ed" received a diploma from the British Royal Military Academy (RMA) at Sandhurst, Camberly, England, in 1974, where they studied military operational art and science studies. Additionally, they completed several diplomas at different military schools, including the US Army Infantry School at Fort Benning, GA, where they focused on leadership and infantry tactics, parachuting, and infantry branch qualification. Maurice "Ed" also attended the US Army Armor School at Fort Knox, KY, studying armor and armored cavalry tactics, as well as maintenance management. Hudson further expanded their knowledge at the US Army Logistics Management College (ALMC) in Fort Lee, VA, where they pursued diplomas in operations research systems analysis (ORSA) military applications and multi-functional logistics. Maurice "Ed" additionally earned a diploma in ocean marine terminal operations and transportation branch qualification from the US Army Transportation School in Fort Eustis, VA. Furthermore, they received a diploma in communications electronics from the US Army Signal School in Fort Monmouth, NJ.

Hudson's commitment to continuous learning is evident in their pursuit of advanced degrees. Maurice "Ed" attended the United States Army Command and General Staff College (USAC&GSC) at Fort Leavenworth, KS, from 1991 to 1993, earning a Master of Science (Equivalent) degree in military operational art and science. In 2009, they received a Level 1 Certification from the Defense Acquisition University (DAU) after completing the ACQ 101, Fundamentals of System Acquisition Management course.

In addition to their academic achievements, Hudson has obtained various certifications. Maurice "Ed" obtained an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in June 1976. Hudson also became an Advanced SCUBA Diver through the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) in April 1974. Maurice "Ed" has certifications as a Financial Securities Agent (Series 6 & 63, Mutual Funds) from the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) in June 1989 and as a Life Insurance Agent from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in June 1987. Hudson also completed a Six Sigma Specialist Training Course in 2008, receiving a Six Sigma Specialist Training Certificate from Raytheon & the Missile Defense Agency University (MDAU).

Overall, Maurice "Ed" Hudson, III has a comprehensive education background, combining academic degrees, specialized military training, and various certifications that reflect their commitment to continuous learning and professional development.