Brad Obrien

About Brad Obrien

I am a Deputy Program Manager, Engineering at General Dynamics Mission Systems, leading the development and delivery of advanced space payloads with a focus on RF systems. My work sits at the intersection of complex engineering, program execution, and mission-critical outcomes.Over the past decade, I’ve progressed from Mechanical Engineer to Optical Engineer to Quantum Systems Engineer, building a cross-disciplinary foundation that now enables me to lead teams and programs spanning multiple technical domains. I specialize in translating deep technical challenges into executable plans, aligning cross-functional teams, and delivering resilient technologies designed for extreme environments.I am PMP-certified and bring a structured, results-driven approach to program leadership—balancing cost, schedule, and technical performance while empowering engineering teams to execute at a high level.I am TS/SCI eligible.

Experience

1. Deputy Program Manager, Engineering

   General Dynamics Mission Systems

   Apr 2026 — Present · Scottsdale, AZ, US

Education

• Princeton University

  Master of Science - MS, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

  2014 — 2017

• Lafayette College

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering

  2010 — 2014

Skills

• Data Analysis
• Mathcad
• Ansys
• Ptc Creo
• Labview
• Solidworks
• Public Speaking
• Autocad
• Research
• Microsoft Office
• Mathematica
• Matlab
• Microsoft Word
• Statistics
• Cad/Cam
• Inventor
• Theatre
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Computer-Aided Design (Cad)
• Ees