Shawn McCullough

About Shawn McCullough

Software/Systems Professional experienced in Satellite Ground Systems program management, software design/development and new business in the IC/DoD/Civil and commercial markets. Significant expertise in software/systems security and information assurance. Prior completions of SSBI and worked 35 years in TS/SCI programs. Successful roles in all areas of management, with a proven record of delivering large-scale ground software systems and successfully transitioning into complex, multi-contractor environments. Hand selected to lead the most challenging and complex software development programs. Proven senior-level experience in programmatic leadership, financial execution, strategic business thrusts, acquisition campaign planning, research and development, and aerospace engineering. Extensive knowledge of DoD and IC requirements in systems, software, and infrastructure for satellite, airbreather, and robotic platforms. Committed to the highest levels of professional and personal excellence. A talent for communicating and messaging to executives, customers, team-mates and direct reports and finding innovative solutions. Proven ability to motivate and work effectively with persons from other cultures and all walks of life. Skilled in working within a classified environment with restrictions and limited resources.

Experience

1. Satellite System Engineer

   Cutting Edge Communications, Llc

   Aug 2023 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Providing systems and software engineering assessments for satellite and ground development and proposals. This includes ground design and architecture for rapid development systems both DoD and commercial.

Education

• Stephens College

  BA, Mathematics & Computer Science

  1975 — 1979

• The George Washington University

  MS, Information Systems

  1981 — 1983

Skills

• Testing
• System Design
• Cmmi
• Earned Value Management
• Dod
• Command & Control Development
• Operations & Maintainence
• Tped Development
• Space Systems
• Datacenter Design & Delivery
• Requirements Management
• Ground Segment Development
• Requirements Analysis
• Engineering
• Aerospace
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Spacecraft
• Systems Engineering
• Systems Design
• Security Clearance
• Engineering Management
• Configuration Management
• Integration
• System Testing
• Program Management
• System Architecture