Andre Mathieu
About Andre Mathieu
Andre Mathieu is a Flight Operations Specialist at ECS in Virginia, United States, with extensive experience in UAS operations and maintenance. He has a background in the U.S. Navy and has contributed to various organizations, including the Joint Artificial Intelligence Center.
Current Role at ECS
Andre Mathieu has been serving as a Flight Operations Specialist at ECS since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing flight operations and ensuring the safe and efficient use of unmanned aerial systems (UAS). His position is based in Virginia, United States, where he has accumulated three years of experience in this capacity.
Previous Experience in the U.S. Navy
Andre Mathieu has a significant background in the U.S. Navy, where he worked as an Aviation Electronics Technician. His service spanned from 2004 to 2011, during which he was stationed in Norfolk, Virginia. He continued his service in the U.S. Navy Reserve as an Aviation Electronics Technician from 2011 to 2013 and as a UAS Operator from 2013 to 2014, including deployment to Helmand Province, Afghanistan.
UAS Instruction and Operations
Mathieu has experience as an RQ-20 PUMA AE II and RQ-11B Raven sUAS Instructor at Constellis from 2016 to 2017. He also worked as a ScanEagle Maritime Operator/Maintainer at CSMI in 2019. His qualifications include operating multiple UAS platforms in various environments, including ground and maritime settings.
Educational Background
Andre Mathieu studied at Old Dominion University, where he earned a B.S. in Engineering Technology with a focus on Electro-mechanical Systems and a B.A. in History, both completed between 2006 and 2016. He also attended Norwich University, obtaining a B.A. in Military History from 2002 to 2004.
Involvement in AI/ML Initiatives
Mathieu participated in the Joint Artificial Intelligence Center (JAIC) AI/ML efforts within the UAS Group 4 and above ecosystem. His work involved collaboration with various organizations, including the Air Force Research Lab, John Hopkins APL, and Army Research Lab, contributing to advancements in unmanned systems technology.