John Phillips
About John Phillips
John Phillips is a Principal Engineer with extensive experience in embedded systems design and real-time video processing. He has worked for several prominent companies, including Raytheon, Lockheed Martin, and ECS, and possesses specialized expertise in developing low-power autonomous systems.
Current Position at ECS
John Phillips serves as a Principal Engineer at ECS, a role he has held since 2019. His work is based in Chantilly, VA, where he applies his extensive experience in engineering to lead projects and develop innovative solutions. His current responsibilities involve overseeing engineering processes and contributing to the design and implementation of advanced systems.
Previous Work Experience
John Phillips has held several engineering positions prior to his current role at ECS. He worked at ENSCO, Inc. as a Senior Embedded Systems Designer for six months in 2012. He was a Senior Principal System Design Engineer at Raytheon for five months in 2017. Additionally, he spent three years at NIITEK, Inc. as a Senior System Design Engineer from 2009 to 2012. His experience also includes roles at ShopperTrak, Inc., Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, SkyBitz, Inc., and Draper Laboratory.
Education and Expertise
John Phillips holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and an MBA. He possesses specialized expertise in developing autonomous low-power embedded systems, utilizing programming languages and tools such as C/C++, Assembly, and Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS). His skills extend to real-time video processing using MATLAB and OpenCV, focusing on target segmentation in both visible and infrared video.
Technical Skills and Specializations
John Phillips has advanced skills in electronics design engineering, particularly in hardware/firmware and RF design. He has a strong background in precision radar technology, capable of handling milliradian and femtosecond measurements. His experience includes extensive work with GNSS, SatCom, and Wireless Sensor Networks, often in compact form factors. He is proficient in simulation, schematic capture, and PCB layout processes leading up to pre-production stages.
Career Achievements
Throughout his career, John Phillips has contributed to various engineering projects across multiple organizations. His roles have involved significant responsibilities in system design and engineering management. His work has focused on advancing technologies in embedded systems and real-time processing, showcasing his ability to lead and innovate in complex engineering environments.