Benjamin Fried

Ski Instructor

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Montgomery, Alabama, United States

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Timeline
About me
Program Manager at the Defense Threat Reduction Agency
Education
- Hamden Hall Country Day School
  2005 - 2009
  Activities and Societies: Captain of Varsity Hockey Team (2008-2009)
- U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology
  2014 - 2017
  Certificate Program Systems Engineering
  The Systems Engineering program provides a substantial technical foundation in systems architecture, analysis and design, and enhances my understanding of the DoD acquisition life cycle. This provides a technical skill set that allows me to identify deficiencies and/or gaps in current systems, and propose new approaches to bridge these gaps.
- Clarkson University
  2009 - 2013
  Bachelor of Science (BS) Mechanical Engineering
  Activities and Societies: Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (2009-2013) WCKN Television Producer (2009-2013) Ski Club Executive Council (2013) Silver Wings Member (2009-2013) As a mechanical engineering undergraduate student, I focused much of my coursework and research in the Thermodynamic and Fluids fields, choosing a path that focused on these disciplines in addition to my military studies and Air Force leadership training.
- University of Colorado Boulder
  2016 - 2018
  Master's degree Mechanical Engineering
  Activities and Societies: Product Design Focus Aerospace Department CubeSatellite Team
Experience
- Jay Peak Mountain Resort
  Nov 2008 - May 2010
  Ski Instructor
  Recognized bad form and corrected it by communicating with students.
- Clearlight Digital Studios
  May 2009 - Aug 2009
  Assistant Video Producer
  Assisted in editing/filming/developmental research/equipment management and repair.Managed $80,000 in video assets, including editing computer systems, RED cameras, lights, audio equiptment, and more
- WCKN Television
  Sept 2009 - Jun 2012
  Videographer/Producer
  Directed TV production and led 10 man team for live broadcast of University events. Managed team statistics, graphics, TV advertisements, intermissions reports, system/network upgrades, and more. Responsible for broadcast of content to 100k+ cable and streaming users in upstate NY and across the country..
- Currier Woods
  May 2010 - Sept 2010
  Lifeguard
  Diagnosed, monitored, and repaired pumps, filter systems, and chlorination/chemical systemsRemained alert, reacted quickly, and enforced rules and regulations
- Linda McMahon for Senate Campaign
  Jul 2012 - Aug 2012
  Campaign Intern
  Conducted general research (voter data and trends, elections, elected officials), staffed events, assisted with campaign strategy and implementation, secured voter support through field calls. Held voter feedback groups to understand citizens desires and feedback.
- United States Air Force
  Aug 2013 - Aug 2016
  Launch Vehicle Responsible Engineer
  Launch Vehicle Responsible Engineer (LVRE) for the EELV Rocket fleet, specifically the Atlas V and Delta IV vehicles. As an Air Force LVRE for the 4th Space Launch Squadron, I worked alongside Aerospace Corp and United Launch Alliance engineers to verify vehicle subsystem quality control, risk mitigation and integration. On launch day, I sat "on console" and monitored my sub-system's performance, diagnosed any anomalies, and provided concurrence/readiness to "go for launch". Missions:Worldview-3 (Atlas V)Worldview-4 (Atlas V)NROL-35 (Atlas V)NROL-39 (Atlas V)DMSP-19 (Atlas V)NROL-45 (Delta IV)Qualified a Responsible Engineer by the USAF 4th Space Launch Squadron. Show less
- University of Colorado Boulder
  Aug 2016 - May 2018
  Mechanical Engineering Master's Student
  During my master's degree at CU Boulder, I focused on Consumer Product Design and Systems Engineering for cube satellites.
- Air Force Research Laboratory
  May 2018 - Jun 2022
  The Satellite Assessment Center is located within the Directed Energy Directorate at Kirtland Air Force Base. Using an advanced proprietary software suite, we collaborate with other agencies to conduct satellite vulnerability assessments and research the effects of directed energy on space assets. Other portfolio items include managing a satellite database, space situational awareness modeling and simulation, "sure-safe" sensor analysis, satellite predictive avoidance, and software development for the SSA community. Show less
  - Executive Officer, Space Vehicles Directorate
    Nov 2020 - Jun 2022
  - Lead Engineer, Satellite Analysis
    May 2018 - Nov 2020
- Defense Threat Reduction Agency
  Jun 2022 - now
  Program Manager
Licenses & Certifications
- Fundamental of Engineering
  National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying
  May 2013
- Systems Engineering
  U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology
  Jan 2019
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Benjamin Fried
  Presidents list Dean of Engineering Dec 2012 4.0 GPA
Volunteer Experience
- Hockey Coach
  Issued by NM Ice Wolves Youth Hockey on Sept 2018
  Associated with Benjamin Fried
- Volunteer Coordinator Chair
  Issued by Vandenberg Company Grade Officers Council on Sept 2013
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- Treasurer
  Issued by Vandenberg Company Grade Officer Council on Oct 2014
  Associated with Benjamin Fried