Joe O'brien
About Joe O'brien
Joe O'Brien is an Associate Program Leader at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2022. He holds an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley, and has extensive experience in program leadership, project management, and operations, particularly in complex and uncertain environments.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Joe O'Brien has served as an Associate Program Leader at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2022. In this role, he focuses on advancing operational efficiencies and promoting a positive organizational culture. His responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams to address complex challenges and implementing strategies for team building and leadership development.
Education and Expertise
Joe O'Brien holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, which he completed in 2020. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus, graduating in 2016. Additionally, he studied at the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center, where he received a Language Certificate in Spanish. He further enhanced his business acumen by completing the Credential of Readiness (CORe) program at Harvard Business School Online.
Background
Joe O'Brien has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles within the US Navy and NASA. His military career included positions such as Team Leader - Master EOD Technician and Senior Operations and Program Manager - EOD Master Chief. He transitioned to NASA Ames Research Center, where he held multiple roles, including ATM-X Urban Air Mobility Deputy Project Manager and Associate Chief of the Aeronautics Projects Office.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Joe O'Brien has demonstrated a strong ability to lead teams and manage projects effectively. His experience includes working as an Operations and Project Manager for the US Navy, where he focused on training and evaluation. At NASA, he contributed to the ATM-X Project as a Project Risk Manager and played a significant role in aeronautics projects. His leadership skills and expertise in program management have been pivotal in advancing operational goals.