Ryan Donahue
About Ryan Donahue
Ryan Donahue is a Classified Imagery Analyst with extensive experience in various imaging technologies and analysis techniques. He has worked for multiple organizations, including SAIC, BAE Systems, and Lockheed Martin, and holds a Graduate Certificate in Remote Sensing from George Mason University.
Current Role at ECS
Ryan Donahue serves as a Classified Imagery Analyst at ECS, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he applies his extensive expertise in various imaging technologies to analyze classified imagery. His responsibilities include interpreting and reporting on complex data sets to support intelligence operations. His tenure at ECS has allowed him to further develop his skills in imagery analysis and contribute to critical projects within the organization.
Previous Experience in Imagery Analysis
Before joining ECS, Ryan Donahue held several positions in the field of imagery analysis. He worked at BAE Systems, Inc. as an Imagery Analyst/Engineer from 2009 to 2010 and at SAIC as a GIS Analyst/Source Packager from 2007 to 2008. Additionally, he was employed at Lockheed Martin as an Imagery Analyst/Systems Engineer from 2003 to 2006. His diverse experience across these organizations has equipped him with a broad skill set in imagery analysis and engineering.
Educational Background
Ryan Donahue completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Geographic Science at James Madison University from 1997 to 2002. He furthered his education by obtaining a Graduate Certificate in Remote Sensing from George Mason University, where he studied from 2014 to 2016. His academic pursuits included coursework in image processing algorithms, hyperspectral imaging systems, and Big Data theory in the context of remote sensing.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Ryan Donahue possesses a comprehensive skill set in various imaging technologies, including Full Motion Video (FMV), Wide Area Motion Imagery (WAMI), Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), Electro Optical (EO), Infrared (IR), Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), and Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR). He has gained proficiency in image processing using Matlab and has experience in quality assurance/quality control, data management, and analysis. His technical expertise supports his contributions to intelligence gathering and reporting.
Contributions to Artificial Intelligence Systems
Ryan Donahue has experience in developing training data for next-generation artificial intelligence systems while working at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). His work involved matching objects to predefined descriptions with high accuracy for an Undersecretary of Defense for Intelligence (USDI) program. This role highlights his ability to integrate advanced technology into intelligence analysis and support the development of AI applications.