John Clements
About John Clements
John Clements is a Sr. Simulations and Modeling Engineer at JANUS Research Group, with extensive experience in military operations and project management. He has held various engineering and managerial roles in the U.S. Army and private sector, and he holds multiple degrees and certifications in leadership, project management, and logistics.
Work at Janus
Currently, John Clements serves as a Senior Simulations and Modeling Engineer at JANUS Research Group, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he provides expertise in planning and processes that support the Joint Warfighting Assessment (JWA) at the Joint Modernization Command (JMC) and the Multi Domain Operations Simulations Center (MDOSC). His responsibilities include enhancing the effectiveness of simulations and modeling exercises through collaboration with Cross Functional Teams (CFT). Clements also supports the planning and execution of Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) integrated training and test environments for Multi Domain Operations (MDO).
Education and Expertise
John Clements has a strong educational background with multiple degrees and certifications. He earned a Master of Science in Leadership and Human Resource Development from Louisiana State University in 2019. He also holds an MBA in Project Management from Park University, achieved in October 2018. Additionally, he studied Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management at Park University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree. Clements has furthered his professional development by achieving Six Sigma Blackbelt and Lean Six Sigma certifications from Villanova University.
Background
John Clements has extensive experience in military and engineering roles. He served in the US Army, where he held various positions including Construction Design Engineer and Transportation Officer. His military service included time at Fort Bliss and Kirkuk, Iraq. Clements has also worked in the private sector, including roles at Northrop Grumman and Materials Testing & Inspection, where he held positions such as Division Manager and Project Manager. His diverse background encompasses both leadership and technical expertise, particularly in simulations and modeling.
Professional Experience
Clements has accumulated significant professional experience across various organizations. Prior to his current role, he worked at Northrop Grumman as a Training Support Team Manager and Exercise Designer, contributing to military training initiatives. He also held positions at the Idaho Army National Guard, including Superintendent of Maneuver and Training Equipment Site and Supply Management Officer. His early career included a decade-long tenure as Vice President at Materials Testing & Inspection, where he developed management and operational skills.
Military Service
John Clements has a notable military background, serving in the US Army and the Idaho Army National Guard. His roles included Lieutenant Colonel as a Construction Design Engineer at Fort Bliss and Army Major as a Transportation Officer in Kirkuk, Iraq. Clements also served as the S3 Operations & Training Officer and held various positions focused on training support and logistics. His military experience has provided him with a deep understanding of Joint and U.S. Military operations, which is essential for his current work in simulations and modeling.