Matt Fallentine
About Matt Fallentine
Matt Fallentine is a Software Manager for US Army Programs at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, where he has worked since 2016. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from San Diego State University and has extensive experience in software engineering and management roles.
Current Role at General Atomics
Matt Fallentine serves as the Software Manager for US Army Programs at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems. He has held this position since 2016, overseeing software development efforts for various projects. His responsibilities include managing software engineering teams and ensuring the successful implementation of software solutions for unmanned aerial systems (UAS). He focuses on critical areas such as Air Vehicle, Payloads & Weapons, Ground Control Station, Datalinks, and Airworthiness.
Previous Experience at General Atomics
Prior to his current role, Matt Fallentine worked at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems in several capacities. He served as a Supervisor and Senior Staff Software Developer from 2006 to 2016, contributing to software development for UAS projects. Earlier in his career, he was a Software Engineer at the same organization from 1997 to 2004, where he gained foundational experience in software engineering within the aerospace sector.
Experience at Northrop Grumman Corporation
Matt Fallentine worked at Northrop Grumman Corporation as a Software Lead from 2004 to 2006. In this role, he was responsible for leading software development initiatives and managing engineering teams. His experience at Northrop Grumman contributed to his expertise in software management and development within the defense and aerospace industries.
Educational Background
Matt Fallentine studied Computer Science at San Diego State University-California State University, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree. His studies took place from 1995 to 1997, providing him with a solid foundation in software engineering principles and practices that he has applied throughout his career.
Leadership in US Army UAS Programs
Since 2016, Matt Fallentine has been involved in leadership and management roles within the software engineering group for US Army UAS Programs at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems. His leadership has been instrumental in guiding teams to develop software solutions that meet the operational needs of the US Army, particularly in the area of unmanned aerial systems.