Gerry Brown

About Gerry Brown

I am a results-driven engineering and technology leader with a track record of delivering high-impact solutions across software development, data analytics, and operational strategy. My career has evolved from hands-on engineering into leading cross-functional teams, mentoring talent, and driving initiatives that translate complex technical challenges into measurable business outcomes.I bring a unique combination of deep technical expertise and strategic perspective, enabling me to bridge the gap between engineering execution and business objectives. I have led initiatives spanning software development, system integration, data modeling, and quantitative analysis—consistently improving performance, scalability, and decision-making through data-driven insights.Throughout my career, I have partnered with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership, to define priorities, align teams, and deliver results. Known for strong communication and presentation skills, I excel at translating complex concepts into clear, actionable strategies that drive organizational impact.Core areas of focus include:• Engineering leadership & team development• Software development & system integration• Data analytics, modeling & quantitative analysis• KPI development, performance tracking & business case creation• Cross-functional program and project leadershipI am particularly interested in Director-level opportunities where I can lead high-performing teams, drive technical and operational transformation, and deliver scalable solutions that create lasting business value.

Experience

1. Integrated Product Team Lead

   Raytheon

   Mar 2025 — Present

   Lead cross-functional engineering and product teams of 15 direct reports and 30+ matrixed contributors, including oversight of engineering leads, to deliver complex, high-value programs across multiple contracts totaling $50M+. Own end-to-end execution, aligning technical strategy with business objectives to ensure scalable, high-quality outcomes.Direct delivery of 3 concurrent programs, consistently achieving on-time and under-budget performance while maintaining strong cost, schedule, and scope control through Earned Value Management (EVM).Drive measurable improvements in engineering execution by increasing development velocity, reducing defect rates, and eliminating rework cycles (“respins”), resulting in faster, higher-quality product delivery.Strengthen operational excellence by enhancing KPI visibility and closing critical gaps in the DevSecOps pipeline, improving delivery predictability, traceability, and overall system performance.Serve as a key interface to customers, senior leadership, and executive stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into actionable insights and aligning cross-functional teams around strategic priorities.Build and sustain high-performing teams through mentorship, leadership of engineering leads, and a focus on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Education

• Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

  BS, Electrical Engineering

  1997 — 2001

Skills

• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Word
• Team Leadership
• Digital Photography
• Budgets
• Event Management
• Access
• System Testing
• Research
• Social Networking
• Problem Solving
• System Integration Testing
• Customer Satisfaction
• Powerpoint
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Software Engineering
• Leadership
• Analysis
• Requirements Analysis
• Portrait Photography
• Public Speaking
• Programming
• Event Photography
• Social Media
• Wedding Photography
• Strategic Planning
• Risk Management
• Leadership Development
• Lightroom
• Integration
• Data Analysis
• Image Editing
• Photography
• Photoshop
• Systems Engineering
• Project Management
• Software Development
• Management
• Team Building
• Microsoft Office