Bob D.
About Bob D.
Bob D. serves as the Director of Hardware Engineering at SRC in Syracuse, New York, overseeing the development of component engineering capabilities and guiding a multi-disciplinary team in product design. He has extensive experience in engineering roles at SRC and Lockheed Martin, along with educational qualifications in Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Work at SRC
Bob D. has held the position of Director, Hardware Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, & Lab) at SRC since 2019. In this role, he oversees the development of a Component Engineering capability, focusing on managing approved components and addressing obsolescence. He guides the technical direction of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for designing and building physical products. Bob collaborates with the Director of Engineering Strategy to influence the direction of SRC's Labs and Lab Facilities. His previous role at SRC was Hardware Engineering Manager (RF, Microwave, & Mechanical) from 2013 to 2019, and he also served as RF Technical Area Manager – Airborne Radar from 2010 to 2013.
Previous Experience
Before joining SRC, Bob D. worked at Lockheed Martin in various engineering roles. He served as a Staff & Senior Electronics Engineer in the Naval Electronics & Surveillance Systems division from 1999 to 2004. Prior to that, he was a Program Engineer / Analog Hardware Design Engineer in the Ocean, Radar, & Sensor Systems division from 1994 to 1998. His experience at Lockheed Martin provided him with a solid foundation in electronics and systems engineering.
Education and Expertise
Bob D. holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he studied from 1992 to 1994. He also earned an Associate of Science (AS) in Engineering Science from Mohawk Valley Community College, completing his studies from 1987 to 1992. Additionally, Bob obtained a Master of Science (MS) in Computer Engineering from Syracuse University College of Engineering and Computer Science, studying from 1995 to 1997. His educational background supports his expertise in hardware engineering and product development.
Technical Leadership and Mentoring
In his current role at SRC, Bob D. provides technical guidance and mentoring to engineers, program managers, and technicians. He represents the Engineering department in collaboration with Supply Chain/Purchasing, Stock Room, Government Property, and Material Planning. His leadership ensures that the engineering team maintains a labor overhead rate within specified target ranges while effectively managing group overhead costs.