About Me

I am a technology leader and systems engineer focused on building AI capabilities that work reliably at enterprise scale. As a Principal Solutions Architect – AI on Chick-fil-A’s AI Capabilities Engineering Team, I help shape the architecture, platforms, and technical standards that enable teams to design and operate AI solutions safely and effectively.

My current work spans AI architecture, agentic systems, AI operations, and architecture-as-code. I collaborate across engineering, cybersecurity, identity, data, and governance teams to translate emerging technologies into scalable enterprise capabilities. This includes developing architectural patterns for AI agents and applications; advancing retrieval-augmented generation (RAG); evaluating interoperability standards such as the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and Agent2Agent (A2A) protocol; and shaping secure cross-application access, model routing, identity, observability, evaluations, deployment, and operational guardrails. I also use AI-assisted development tools—including Cursor, Claude Enterprise, Gemini Enterprise, and ChatGPT—to accelerate technical research, prototyping, architecture development, and communication.

Previously, I led multidisciplinary research teams at the Georgia Tech Research Institute, applying systems engineering, digital engineering, and operations research to complex defense sustainment and logistics challenges. I continue to serve as a U.S. Marine Corps Reserve officer in the 4th Combat Readiness Regiment, bringing operational leadership and experience in aviation maintenance, logistics, and large-scale organizational readiness to my technology work.

Across these roles, my focus has remained consistent: develop people, create clarity, and deliver capabilities that earn trust in real-world use.

Outside of work, I’m happiest spending time with my wife, three children, and our dog. I enjoy being outdoors whenever I can, traveling with my family, and serving as our household’s BBQ pitmaster.

Core Competencies 

Education & Qualifications 

  • Enterprise AI and Solution Architecture
  • AI Platforms, Agentic Systems, and AI Operations
  • Architecture-as-Code and Technical Communication
  • Cloud-Native Architecture and Platform Strategy
  • Responsible AI, Governance, and Operational Guardrails
  • Technical Prototyping and Technology Evaluation
  • Systems Architecture and Lifecycle Engineering
  • Technical, Program, and People Leadership
  • Build, Buy, or Wait Analysis
  • Cross-Functional Stakeholder Alignment
  • Strategic Roadmapping and Innovation Portfolio Management
  • Applied Research and Capability Transition
  • Doctorate of Systems Engineering, Colorado State University
  • M.S. in Systems Engineering, Naval Postgraduate School
  • B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Project Management Professional
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt & Theory of Constraints Trainer
  • Top Secret - Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS-SCI) Security Clearance
  • Defense Acquisition Workforce Lifecycle Logistics Level I 
  • Georgia Tech 40 Under 40, Class of 2025

Skills

Technical Skills:

  • Enterprise AI Architecture and Solution Design
  • AI Agents, Multi-Agent Systems, and Agentic Workflows
  • Retrieval-Augmented Generation and Context Engineering
  • Model Context Protocol and Agent2Agent Interoperability
  • AI Operations, Observability, Evaluations, and Governance
  • Model Routing, Tool Integration, and Operational Guardrails
  • Identity, Access Management, and Secure AI Integration
  • Cloud-Native Platforms, Containers, and Orchestration
  • Architecture-as-Code and Version-Controlled Documentation
  • Technical Prototyping and Production-Readiness Assessment
  • C4 Model, Enterprise Architecture, and Model-Based Systems Engineering
  • Systems Engineering, Requirements Engineering, and Risk Management
  • Operations Research, Modeling, and Simulation

 

 

Tools & Techniques:

  • AI Development and Research: Cursor, Claude Enterprise, Gemini Enterprise, ChatGPT

  • Architecture-as-Code: Structurizr DSL, Mermaid, D2

  • Architecture and Modeling: C4 Model, Cameo Systems Modeler, Enterprise Architect, SysML, Unified Architecture Framework

  • AI and Integration Patterns: AI agents, MCP servers, tool and skill integration, agent registries, model gateways, evaluations

  • Cloud and Platforms: AWS, Google Cloud, Databricks, Docker, Kubernetes

  • Development and Configuration Management: Git, GitHub, CI/CD practices

  • Analytics and Visualization: Python, R, Power BI

  • Delivery and Collaboration: Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project

  • Decision Support: Technology assessments, reference architectures, trade studies, and build-versus-buy analysis

Leadership Skills:

  • Technical Strategy and Architecture Leadership

  • Cross-Functional Decision Facilitation
  • Technical Program and Team Leadership
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Trusted Advising
  • Mentorship and Team Development
  • Applied Research and Emerging-Technology Evaluation
  • Enterprise Architecture Alignment
  • Strategic Partnerships with Industry, Government, and Academia
  • Governance and Organizational Change
  • Translating Technical Complexity into Executive Decisions

 

 

Publications

Google Scholar Profile

Innovating with Academia: GTRI's Collaboration Approach

Conference proceedings from West Point Military Academy's fourth Tactical Innovation Symposium. The conference presentation and proceedings discusses Georgia Tech Research Institute's approach to innovation as a critical collaboration partner and designated Army University Affiliated Research Center.

Enterprise Architecting to Advance Reliability and Maintainability Decision-Making

This paper explores the development of enterprise architecture viewpoints to enhance the decision-making process regarding reliability and maintainability in aircraft maintenance within the U.S. Department of Defense. By focusing on the interdependencies and interactions among various organizations, it proposes a framework that aids in product support and sustainment outcomes, ultimately guiding the design of a decision support tool and enabling innovative Digital Product Support strategies.

Sensor and Maintenance Strategy Evaluation for Boeing 767 Commercial Fleets

This paper presents a framework to evaluate sensor solutions and maintenance strategies using performance metric and genetic algorithm to mitigate future Boeing 767 (B767) Airworthiness Directives (ADs). The results obtained can inform predictive maintenance models and reliability improvements to mitigate the costs of AD for commercial and military B767 operators.

Adapting Commercial Best Practices to U.S. Air Force Maintenance Scheduling

The paper introduces a commercial-based framework designed to enhance aircraft utilization for the U.S. Air Force's C-5M Super Galaxy fleet. Developed in collaboration with Delta Air Lines, the method decomposes maintenance tasks to be performed during ground time opportunities. Key findings from Dover and Travis Air Force Bases suggested improvements in maintenance efficiency and aircraft readiness, with potential increases in flying days and sorties compared to traditional methods.

In the Media

Shaping AI at Chick-fil-A

Grateful to be featured by Chick-fil-A Corporate Support Center and thankful for the teammates and leaders who made this story possible. 

Georgia Tech 40 under 40

I was honored to be recognized by the Georgia Tech Alumni Association in their 2025 “40 Under 40” class, joining a distinguished group of alumni shaping the future of engineering and innovation.

Dignified Duty at Northern Strike

Marine Forces Reserve highlights PRP Company’s training of more than 800 joint and multinational personnel and my perspective on returning fallen service members home with dignity.

Service and Impact through Research

This profile explores how veterans translate operational experience into research that keeps service members safer and more effective. The article covers my transition from Marine aviation sustainment to DoD-focused systems engineering—and staying connected to the mission through the reserves.

Leadership in Innovation

In this video, I discuss how my background in aviation, engineering, and service inspired technical teams and drove personal accomplishments through collaboration and leadership. 

Strategic Partnerships

I led a strategic partnership with the Georgia Army National Guard to strengthen the overall effectiveness of their aviation sustainment enterprise, aligning stakeholders around shared objectives for improved readiness and throughput. By guiding systems-level analysis and applying the Theory of Constraints, I helped shape organizational improvements that reduce maintenance delays, optimize resource utilization, and ultimately enhance the Guard’s capacity to support mission requirements.

Innovation in Action

As a faculty advisor to GTRI’s STING innovation program, I guide GTRI researchers in designing innovative user experiences that elevate both operational performance and organizational decision-making.

During the 2025 cohort, I sponsored the championship team, integrating my GTRI research to advance operational capabilities within my Marine Corps Reserve unit. I encourage you to review our winning innovation pitch to see how our work is driving meaningful change.