Richard Houde
About Richard Houde
Richard Houde is a Senior Software Developer at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, where he has worked since 2020. With over 18 years of experience in software development, he has held various roles in notable companies and served in the U.S. Army.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Richard Houde has been employed at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions as a Senior Software Developer since 2020. His role involves developing software solutions in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Prior to this position, he worked at Kratos in a different capacity as a Project Engineer from 2017 to 2019, gaining valuable experience within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Richard Houde holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Software Engineering from Regis University, which he completed between 2000 and 2008. He also achieved a Graduate Level Certificate in Software Engineering from the same institution from 2000 to 2002. Additionally, he studied Computer Information Systems at Colorado Technical University from 1998 to 2000. He is proficient in full stack .NET development and Restful WCF web services, as well as experienced in Java and embedded C++ programming.
Background
Richard Houde has over 18 years of experience in software development and quality assurance, working across both commercial and government sectors. His career includes various roles at notable companies, such as Northrop Grumman, GoDaddy.com, and Kinder Morgan, Inc. He served in the U.S. Army from 1984 to 1992 and received an honorable discharge.
Previous Employment History
Before his current role at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Richard Houde held several positions in the software development field. He worked as an Application Development Analyst Sr. at Kinder Morgan, Inc. from 2019 to 2020, and as a Consultant at Tek Systems from 2007 to 2008. His experience also includes roles at Fluke Networks, GoDaddy.com, and Northrop Grumman, among others, contributing to his extensive background in software engineering.
Security Clearance
Richard Houde holds a current active secret clearance, which allows him to work on projects that require access to classified information. This clearance is essential for his role in the defense and security sector, ensuring compliance with government regulations and security protocols.