Leonard Leslie

Leonard has been with VPT since 2004 when he joined as a senior design engineer. He has developed PCB-based and hybrid DC-DC converters for Mil/Aero as well as space applications. As manager of space programs, he developed VPT’s DLA-approved radiation hardness assurance plan and led the development of a broad range of isolated and non-isolated space qualified hybrid DC-DC converter standard products. Leonard has been the Vice President of Engineering since 2014 and oversees the development and maintenance of DC-DC converters and EMI filters in three high-reliability markets: space, military/commercial aerospace, and military COTS.

Prior to joining VPT, Leonard worked for the Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems Division for two years developing power stages and control algorithms for Navy shipboard, high power, motor drives, and power converters. Other work experience includes six years in the U.S. Navy with four years onboard a nuclear fast attack submarine. Leonard received an M.S. in Electrical Engineering, specializing in power electronics in 2003 from Virginia Tech. In the Navy, Leonard completed a two-year classroom and hands-on training program on the operation and electrical maintenance of naval nuclear propulsion systems.