Nathan Packard

About Nathan Packard

Innovative engineering leader with expertise in algorithms, data science, signal processing, systems engineering, and software engineering. Proven ability to lead/manage highly technical teams as well as mentor junior engineers to solve complex engineering problems. Capable of aligning cross disciplinary teams around a common vision to deliver products and solutions to complex problems. 12 years experience developing novel medical imaging systems (computed tomography, digital X-ray, and 3d imaging for surgical guidance). 8 years experience developing RADAR imaging systems and counter UAS systems of systems for counter drone applications (with a focus on data analysis, performance assessment, algorithm development, system optimization, and artificial intelligence/machine learning). Experience developing products as an individual contributor, technical lead, team manager, project manager, product manager, engineering director, and chief architect. Proponent of a vision based servant leadership approach to innovate, prototype, develop, test, manufacture, and deploy best in class products.

Experience

1. Chief Solutions Architect

   Fortem Technologies

   Feb 2025 — Present

Education

• University of California, Davis

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Biomedical/Medical Engineering

  2005 — 2010

• Brigham Young University

  B.S., Computer Science

  1998 — 2003

• University of California, Davis

  PhD, Biomedical Engineering

  2004 — 2010

Skills

• Science
• Research
• Leadership
• Medical Imaging
• Software Development
• Troubleshooting
• Digital Imaging
• Physics
• Hardware Diagnostics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Informatics
• Signal Processing
• R&D
• Medical Devices
• Image Analysis
• Image Processing