Tommy Mc Cafferty
About Tommy Mc Cafferty
Tommy McCafferty is a Systems Engineer III at Odyssey Systems, with a background in aerospace systems engineering and military service. He has worked in various roles, including systems test analyst and air traffic control specialist, and holds a Master of Science in Data Science from the University of Denver.
Work at Odyssey Systems
Tommy Mc Cafferty has been employed at Odyssey Systems as a Systems Engineer III since 2021. In this role, he is involved in various engineering tasks related to systems development and support. His work contributes to the operations, maintenance, and sustainment of command and control systems for the Space Force's Space Program Office. He is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where he has been working for three years.
Previous Experience in Aerospace and Defense
Prior to his current position, Tommy Mc Cafferty worked as a Systems Test Analyst and Tool Developer at the Missile Defense Agency for six months in 2021. He also held a position as a Systems Engineer and Product Engineering Specialist at Collins Aerospace from 2020 to 2021. His experience in the aerospace and defense sectors has equipped him with a strong foundation in systems engineering principles.
Military Background and Leadership Roles
Tommy Mc Cafferty served in the United States Marine Corps, where he held various roles including Air Traffic Control Specialist, Program Manager for the Weapons & Tactics Training Program, and Strategic Planner for the Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa. His military experience includes managing air traffic control facilities and serving as a Facility Watch Officer at MCAS Cherry Point. He was also a Student Naval Aviator at Naval Air Training Command.
Education and Academic Achievements
Tommy Mc Cafferty earned a Master of Science in Data Science from the University of Denver, completing his studies from 2020 to 2022. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, which he attended from 2010 to 2014. His academic background supports his expertise in systems engineering and data analysis.
Consulting Experience in Renewable Energy
In addition to his aerospace and military experience, Tommy Mc Cafferty worked as a Renewable Energy Consultant at Blue Raven Solar for four months in 2020. This role allowed him to apply his technical skills in the renewable energy sector, further diversifying his professional experience.