Brian Powers
About Brian Powers
Brian Powers is a Senior Applications Developer specializing in Advanced Manufacturing, currently working at Ultra Electronics Group. He has extensive experience in IT and software development, holding leadership roles at Gladieux Energy and a background in various technical positions across multiple companies.
Current Role at Ultra Electronics Group
Brian Powers serves as a Senior Applications Developer in Advanced Manufacturing at Ultra Electronics Group. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the development and enhancement of applications that support advanced manufacturing processes. His role involves designing innovative IT solutions and improving existing systems to boost productivity and efficiency within the organization.
Experience at Gladieux Energy
Since 2018, Brian Powers has been the Director of Information Technology at Gladieux Energy. In this capacity, he oversees the IT department, focusing on strategic technology initiatives that align with the company's goals. His leadership in this role emphasizes the integration of technology to enhance operational efficiency and support the company's energy solutions.
Previous Employment History
Brian Powers has a diverse work history in various IT roles. He worked at Do it Best as a Database and Integrations Developer from 2014 to 2017. Prior to that, he held positions at Deister Machine Company as an I.T. Technical Specialist and at United Technologies as a Software Analyst. His experience also includes a brief tenure at Sunoco LP as a Senior Specialist in IT Technical Projects and a role as a Software Engineer at Sweetwater.
Educational Background
Brian Powers holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Organizational Leadership from Indiana Wesleyan University, which he completed from 2007 to 2009. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems from the same institution between 2005 and 2007. Additionally, he obtained an Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration from American InterContinental University in 2005.
Certifications and Technical Expertise
Brian Powers is a Certified Scrum Master and Certified Scrum Developer, highlighting his expertise in Agile and Scrum project management methodologies. He specializes in designing IT solutions and enhancing systems to improve business productivity and sustainability. With over 25,000 hours of engineering practice, he focuses on IT economics management and combines technical leadership with engineering strategy.