Ronald Mecum
About Ronald Mecum
Ronald Mecum is a Program Manager specializing in Lasers and Advanced Sensors at General Atomics, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in managing government contracts and overseeing high energy laser labs, contributing to directed energy systems for military applications.
Work at General Atomics
Ronald Mecum has held multiple positions at General Atomics, starting as a Field Engineer from 1999 to 2008. He then served as Product Line Manager for Intelligent Systems and Automation Products from 2008 to 2013. After a brief period as Manager of Field Engineering and Customer Service from 2016 to 2018, he returned to General Atomics as Program Manager for Lasers and Advanced Sensors in 2018. In this role, he oversees the operation of five high energy laser labs and manages government contracts and internal research activities focused on directed energy systems.
Education and Expertise
Ronald Mecum studied Electrical Engineering at DeVry University Phoenix from 1986 to 1989. He later pursued Business Administration at the University of Phoenix, earning a Bachelor of Science from 2003 to 2007 and a Master's degree from 2007 to 2009. His educational background supports his expertise in managing complex technical projects and government contracts in the field of directed energy systems.
Background
Before his extensive career at General Atomics, Ronald Mecum worked at Kinder Morgan as a Maintenance Technician from 1989 to 1999. His early experience in maintenance provided a foundation for his technical skills, which he later applied in various engineering roles at General Atomics. His career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on engineering and management within the defense and energy sectors.
Achievements
In his current role as Program Manager for Lasers and Advanced Sensors, Ronald Mecum manages special projects related to electrical systems, including high power and high energy battery systems. His leadership in overseeing high energy laser labs contributes to advancements in directed energy technology, supporting military operations.