Kieran O'brien
About Kieran O'brien
Kieran O'Brien is a Systems Engineer SME currently working at Odyssey Systems since 2022. He has extensive experience in various engineering roles, including positions at the United States Space Force and United States Air Force, and holds dual degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management from Missouri University of Science and Technology.
Work at Odyssey Systems
Kieran O'Brien currently serves as a Systems Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) at Odyssey Systems. He has held this position since 2022, contributing his expertise in systems engineering to various projects. His role involves providing specialized knowledge and support in engineering processes and methodologies, ensuring the successful execution of projects within the organization.
Previous Experience in the Military
Kieran O'Brien has extensive experience in the United States Air Force, where he worked in various engineering roles. He served as a Systems Engineer in 2022 and as a Project Engineer from 2017 to 2019. He also held the position of Lead Project Engineer from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he briefly worked as an Operational Requirements Digital Engineer for the United States Space Force in 2023.
Technical Product Management Experience
Kieran O'Brien worked as a Technical Product Manager at Kessel Run from 2020 to 2021. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing product development and ensuring that technical solutions met user needs. He later served as a Product Manager at Second Front Systems from 2021 to 2022, where he continued to apply his product management skills in a technology-focused environment.
Education and Expertise
Kieran O'Brien earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Management from Missouri University of Science and Technology, completing his studies from 2013 to 2017. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and management practices, which he applies in his professional roles.
Aspiration for Societal Impact
Kieran O'Brien aspires to create a positive societal impact through selfless service and outstanding global citizenship. He focuses on designing and implementing new technologies aimed at improving the quality of life for those unable to provide for themselves. His commitment to service is reflected in his work as a technology advisor, where he leads the integration of multi-vendor software solutions for military aerial networks.