Travis Bowman

About Travis Bowman

Tech Consulting & Professional Services | Physical AI | Industrial Automation | Vision AI | AIoT | Smart Infrastructure | Network & Security SolutionsHelping businesses design, deploy, & scale intelligent systems bridging innovation & implementation. From AI-driven automation to enterprise network infrastructure, I deliver end-to-end solutions for complex operational challenges.*Open to consulting engagements, advisory roles, & full-time opportunities.AchievementsLed Plus.ai autonomous trucking deployment (Forbes, May 2022). Achieved 3cm SLAM accuracy on United Rentals autonomous track loaders. Deployed AGVs, AMRs, & Class 8 autonomous trucks nationally. Aerospace defense electronics foundation at Ultra Electronics.Core CompetenciesPhysical AI & Robotics: Autonomous systems integration from R&D to production. Sensor fusion with lidar, cameras, radar, & GPS/INS. Field-proven deployments across trucking, construction, agriculture, & warehouse automation.Vision AI & Loss Prevention: AI surveillance acts as your eyes on the floor 24/7. Retailers lose $100+ billion annually to shrinkage. AI video analytics detect suspicious behavior & transaction anomalies in real time, delivering 30%+ shrinkage reduction & cutting security staffing costs within months.UniFi & Ubiquiti Solutions: 6+ years hands-on with UniFi Academy training in Network, Protect, Access, & Talk. Native POS integration pairs cameras to terminals for transaction-aware video. UniFi Fabric delivers license-free multi-tenant management with Zero Trust, SAML/SCIM identity integration, & Site Magic SD-WAN connecting up to locations. Full-stack deployments deliver up to 90% TCO savings versus Cisco, Aruba, & Juniper with no recurring fees.Access Control & Physical Security: Biometric systems, smart locks, visitor management, & integrated platforms for commercial, industrial, & government facilities.Smart Infrastructure & AIoT: Connected building systems, sensor networks, edge computing, & facility management optimizing energy, security, & operations.Aerospace & Defense: Mission-critical avionics testing, secure communications, & compliance-driven implementations. 5 years at Ultra Electronics supporting military & commercial aviation with AS9100 & IPC certifications.Why Work With MeI bridge hardware & software, lab & field, innovation & implementation. Whether modernizing legacy infrastructure, deploying AI automation, or building secure scalable networks, I turn complex technology into measurable business outcomes.Driving innovation at the forefront of technology.

Experience

1. Artificial Intelligence Researcher

   Independent Researcher

   Sep 2018 — Present

   Conduct advanced artificial intelligence research, focusing on unmanned autonomous systems, enterprise operations, enhanced engineering, security & vulnerability R&D• Co-authored \"The Future of Autonomous Air Mobility & Autonomous Systems,\" collaborating with industry leaders & top researchers. • Develop machine learning algorithms that improved operational efficiency, contributing to successful start-ups & tech venturesAs a Co-author of \"The Future of Autonomous Air Mobility & Autonomous Systems\", I\'m honored to have worked alongside some of todays brightest minds in Leading Edge Technology & Automation. From Academia as well as Industry Leaders & Top Researchers in their fields, this is a proud accomplishment of mine.My tenure and roles have provided experience in Advanced AI, Machine Learning, IoT, Remote Telematics, Cloudflare Development, HQE, e2e AI Telematics Product Development, Autonomous Development Manager, Sr. Aerospace Electronics Specialist, Sole Business owner behind multiple successful start-ups and companies, as the tech venture continues to hone my skills in data driven analytics, unmanned systems, AGVs, AMRs, robotics IoT, Telematics, and Entrepreneurial and Business background.My personal drive for continuous improvement ensures quality assurance, backed by my formal education received in Total Quality Management through Kansas State University and years of experience in generating and writting and reviewing technical documentation in aerospace, academia & technological R&D. My self-motivation, strong will, Strong Passion, as well as Drive and Commitment have a proven record backed by my Persistance to embrace innovation. Increasing the diversity of my portfolio and my expertise, I continue to contribute to pioneering projects whilst ensuring to utilize best practices and implement structured ISO compliant internal infrastructures. Thirst for knowledge and Educate on benefits of real world AI application and enhanced engineering.

Education

• Kansas State University

  Non Degree Seeking Student, Business Administration, Management and Operations

  2015 — 2017

• Kansas State University

  Business Administration, Quality Management

• Wichita State University

  Business/Commerce, General

  2011 — 2012

• Butler Community College

  Non-Degree Seeking Student, Business Administration, Management and Operations

  2015 — 2016

• Flint Hills Technical College

  Associate's Degree, Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician

  2006 — 2007

Skills

• Troubleshooting
• Online Marketing
• Production Managment
• Automotive Electronics
• Six Sigma
• Automotive Aftermarket
• Ase Certified
• Continuous Improvement
• Electronics Repair
• Small Business
• Automotive Repair
• Computer Graphics Design
• Computer Graphics
• Computer Proficiency
• Marketing
• Online Advertising
• Web Design
• Social Media Marketing
• Manufacturing
• Electronics Technology
• Test Equipment
• Electronics
• Computer Repair
• Soldering