Beyond the Office: McCormick Stevenson’s Director of Business Operations Describes How Her Inspiring Resilience Led to Career Success

Veronica Sanchez is a Master Scheduler at McCormick Stevenson with a strong background in project management, business process improvement, and technical system development. Her training includes a Project Management Certificate from the University of British Columbia, AIIM Business Process Management certifications, IBM TRIRIGA Application Developer certification, and additional studies in leadership and business administration.

In her role, Veronica supports MCCST’s core competencies by developing clear, realistic schedules; coordinating across teams; identifying risks early; and ensuring consistent project communication. She is committed to dependability, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, values that help strengthen customer relationships and support successful project outcomes.

Outside of work, Veronica enjoys organizing and improving processes, exploring new technology and AI tools, supporting small businesses, traveling, volunteering, and spending time with her family.

Julie Fisher is a Senior Project Manager at McCormick Stevenson and brings 10 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing. She supports the team through her focus on customer satisfaction, working across departments to assess and mitigate risks, plan resources effectively, and maintain schedule adherence while ensuring uncompromised quality.

Julie believes that teamwork, communication, transparency, and strong quality standards are essential to building successful customer relationships. Her commitment to these values allows her to deliver dependable project leadership and support MCCST’s mission of providing reliable, high‑quality solutions.

Outside of work, Julie enjoys traveling, reading, and spending quality time with her family and two cats.

Anthony Venegas Valdes is an Engineering Associate currently pursuing his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering at the University of South Florida. He supports McCormick Stevenson’s Equipment Engineering team through his experience in mechanical design and documentation.

His background with USF’s Bulls Racing team—designing and building a race car each year—strengthened his commitment to teamwork, quality, and disciplined execution. Anthony brings that same passion to delivering reliable, high‑quality solutions for MCCST customers.

Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, rock climbing, walking outdoors, 3D printing, listening to music, and exploring new projects.

As Director, Maritime Systems, Paul provides subject matter expertise and project management for McCormick Stevenson’s maritime programs, addressing complex challenges in ship structures, advanced maritime and expeditionary logistics, USVs/UUVs, digital twins, AI/ML, and condition-based maintenance. Prior to joining MCCST, he spent a full civilian career with the Department of Navy, retiring from his position as a Program Officer from the Office of Naval Research in 2023.

An internationally recognized ship structures expert, Paul strengthens MCCST’s core competencies by delivering innovative solutions that enhance naval readiness, reduce risk, and support mission-critical operations for Navy, Marine Corps, and maritime customers.

He holds a BS in Ocean and Aerospace Engineering and an MS in Aerospace Engineering from Virginia Tech, and a PhD in Reliability Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park. Outside of work, he enjoys bicycle riding, telemark skiing, rock climbing, and time with his family.

Charlie brings four decades of defense and aerospace experience to McCormick Stevenson, with expertise spanning energetic materials, propellants, explosives, munitions development, and precision weapons systems. Prior to working with MCCST, Charlie served as the Executive Director of the National Armaments Consortium (NAC), where he played a pivotal role in shaping collaborative armaments development across the Department of Defense.

At McCormick Stevenson, Charlie leverages his extensive technical and programmatic background to lead critical modernization initiatives, including the expansion and optimization of ammunition manufacturing capabilities in support of the Warfighter.

Elijah is a Mechanical Engineer at McCormick Stevenson Corporation. He holds a BSME from Tennessee Tech and a MSME from the University of South Florida. He contributed to NASA’s CLEAN (CarbonLess Electric AviatioN) initiative, leading optimization efforts using ANSYS Fluent CFD and coding in Python and Visual Basic. He also interned with UCOR, where he supported the development, testing, and documentation of lift fixtures and lifting plans for nuclear reactor components.

Elijah is passionate about the defense industry and brings a strong sense of purpose to his role at MCCST. Guided by discipline and integrity, he views engineering as a means of service. Outside of work, Elijah enjoys running and exploring the outdoors, as well as attending aviation and aerospace events that align with his professional interests.

Jose David holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and brings a strong background in hands-on defense and R&D internships. His prior experience includes technical writing and risk mitigation at Ombra, test engineering and documentation at Aberdeen Test Center, and advanced CAD and additive manufacturing work at SOFWERX. These roles sharpened his expertise in DOD testing, design iteration, and prototyping.

At McCormick Stevenson, Jose David supports core competencies through his dedication to quality, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to engineering challenges. He embraces MCCST’s values—especially service and teamwork—shaped by his direct connections to the U.S. Army and his experience working on cross-functional teams for national defense projects.

Outside of work, Jose David is passionate about fitness, health and nutrition, home remodeling, and discovering great coffee. He’s driven by curiosity and enjoys connecting with others to learn their stories, uplift his team, and deliver meaningful work that serves America’s heroes.

Peyton holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Auburn University and brings experience in structural design, simulation, and rapid prototyping. He has worked across the full lifecycle of mechanical systems—from early-stage concept development and design for manufacturability to fabrication and testing, particularly through his role as the chassis lead for the Auburn Formula SAE team. Peyton has experience using engineering and analysis tools such as NX, SolidWorks, and Ansys. He also brings previous experience from his internship with AEVEX Aerospace.

At McCormick Stevenson, Peyton supports the company’s core competencies by contributing precise, well-engineered solutions that meet the complex needs of aerospace and defense clients. He values cross-disciplinary teamwork and takes pride in delivering high-quality results that align with mission-critical standards.

Outside of work, Peyton enjoys working on his car, golfing, and scuba diving. He thrives in team settings and is passionate about solving engineering challenges that make a difference for those who serve.

Kalash is an Engineering Associate at McCormick Stevenson and a current Aerospace Engineering student at the University of Florida. He brings valuable hands-on experience from his work with UF’s Swamp Launch Rocket Team, especially in design for manufacturability and manufacturing processes.

Kalash supports MCCST’s mission by delivering high-quality design engineering work that reflects the company’s commitment to excellence and service. With a deep respect for those who serve in the military, Kalash embraces teamwork and accountability as core elements of his contribution.

Outside of work, Kalash enjoys playing basketball, working out, traveling, and exploring new cuisines.

Sam is an Engineer at McCormick Stevenson with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of South Florida. He brings strong technical expertise in electrical modeling and analysis tools, backed by experience in systems documentation and risk management.

At MCCST, Sam’s commitment to thorough testing, review, and documentation ensures that the solutions we deliver meet the highest quality standards. With family members who have served in the military, he is personally driven to support MCCST’s mission of serving America’s heroes through engineering.

Outside of work, Sam enjoys training and competing in Jiu-Jitsu, weightlifting, playing golf, and spending time on the water with his family in the Tampa Bay area.

Thomas holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Florida. He brings a strong professional background in analysis and simulation and applies his expertise to support MCCST’s mission and our customers’ success.

Thomas is passionate about working collaboratively to deliver quality engineering solutions on schedule. His commitment to teamwork and excellence helps ensure that every project meets or exceeds customer expectations.

Outside of work, Thomas enjoys playing hockey and cheering for his lifelong favorite team, the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Michael Casbar is a Procurement Specialist at McCormick Stevenson, bringing over 25 years of expertise in program and project management to his role. With a strong background in planning and procurement activities, Michael oversees materials, services, and supplier partnerships to ensure they are managed efficiently and aligned with project needs. His detailed and disciplined approach supports MCCST’s commitment to excellence, ensuring cost-effective, timely procurement without compromising quality or shared expectations with clients.

Outside of work, Michael enjoys dining out, attending theater performances and stand-up comedy shows, and spending quality time with his family. He also loves playing with his dog, Peanut, who keeps life entertaining and active.

Chris Serrano joins McCormick Stevenson as a Project Analyst, bringing expertise in data analytics and visualization. With a B.S. in IT Technology Management and an A.S. in IT Security from St. Petersburg College, Chris specializes in creating dashboards, visualizations, and metrics to streamline decision-making. His ability to translate complex data into actionable insights enhances efficiency and drives data-driven strategies across the company.

Chris is passionate about leveraging technology to support innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence at MCCST. His work ensures that customers benefit from clear, data-driven insights that enable effective and informed solutions.

Andrew McCutchen is the Vice President of Manufacturing Engineering at McCormick Stevenson, bringing a wealth of experience, leadership, and technical expertise to the role. Formerly serving as Chief Engineer, Andrew is a graduate of the University of Arizona with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and has spent over 18 years building and leading his own company. Throughout his career, he has supported engineering teams across multiple sectors, spearheaded new product launches, and optimized production lines to improve yield, reliability, and cost.

Andrew’s meticulous attention to detail, combined with his ability to understand and shape the broader mission, ensures that both the team and the customer receive exceptional support. His servant leadership approach reflects McCormick Stevenson’s core values, always willing to do what it takes to deliver high-quality results. This dedication continues to foster trust and confidence among customers, who know that their projects are in capable, committed hands.

Outside of work, Andrew enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, staying active, building things, and playing hockey.

Jeff is a Senior Staff Engineer at MCCST who studied at the Electronics Institute of Kansas City. Jeff brings more than thirty years of experience to the role where he contributes to all of the company’s core competencies, most notably Manufacturing Automation & Controls. With experience spanning manufacturing processes, industrial controls and automation, Jeff is dedicated to working in a team environment to produce quality products that are safe and efficient for the operator in the field.

Jeff’s experience follows him to his personal life where he enjoys car racing, vehicle/chassis design, auto repair, and mentoring students through FIRST robotics. He is also actively involved in the work of the church.

Anthony is a Senior Staff Designer with McCormick Stevenson who began his career as a Tool and Die journeyman. Anthony’s experience stems from development of tooling and gage systems, and he contributes his technical expertise to these same areas for MCCST. A true team player, Anthony looks for every opportunity to learn new things in everything he does, and he is ready to contribute wherever needed – as a technical lead or as part of the team – to meet customer goals and deadlines.

Anthony is an avid runner who also coaches Cross Country at one of the local high schools. He loves to read, and enjoys spending his free time outdoors.

Rob McCanney is a Chief Designer with McCormick Stevenson. With over 40 years’ experience as a machinist and mechanical inspector, Rob’s extensive knowledge of drawing practices and manufacturing fits right into MCCST’s sweet spot in design and manufacturing. His contributions to the team enhance the quality of designs and products we provide to our customers.

Rob enjoys golf, home improvement, and barbecuing.

As Director of Business Operations Barbara leverages over twenty years of experience managing cost, schedule, quality and risk in a manufacturing environment. She is a natural Team Player, and fits perfectly within McCormick Stevenson’s collaborative culture. Barbara shares our enthusiastic support of the U.S. Military, and is dedicated to Mission Success.

Barbara’s commitment to America’s Defense is most evident at home, where she is the proud mother of three sons – each of whom served in the U.S. Military. She enjoys each day for what it has to offer, especially when she has the opportunity to spend those days with any of her thirteen grandchildren!

Brad joins the team as a Chief Engineer after spending thirty-five years as an Industrial and Manufacturing Engineer at The Boeing Company. Brad will use his expertise in sheet metal, machined parts and composite production processes to extend the capabilities of the Manufacturing Engineering group at MCCST. Given his notable skills in enabling elegant engineering solutions to complex problems, along with experience in designs using Lean methodologies, and automated machinery for right-sized equipment, MCCST and our customers can all benefit from his contributions. Brad also has a strong educational foundation with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering and Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, both from the University of Washington. He holds Professional Engineering licenses in Florida, Washington, and Texas.

Brad likes to hone his skills as a craftsman at home, where he takes the opportunity to work with his own CNC mill and metal lathe. Aside from the projects that he designs and builds, Brad particularly enjoys travelling with his wife, whenever he can, both locally and on extended road trips.

Theron is a Senior Staff Quality Engineer at McCormick Stevenson with over eighteen years in Aerospace Manufacturing focused on meeting product quality and regulatory agency requirements. He has an Airframe and Powerplant License from the National Aviation Academy. At MCCST, he continues a long legacy of building lasting relationships with customers driven by a commitment to ensuring that customer requirements are met or exceeded. Theron’s mix of skills are balanced by a high degree of integrity and personal commitment to every task within his purview.

Outside his MCCST commitments, Theron most enjoys spending time with his family.

Cody is a Staff Manufacturing Engineer at McCormick Stevenson with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Wichita State University. He brings over 12 years of combined Manufacturing and Quality engineering experience in the aerospace industry to the role to support manufacturing equipment design, manufacturing process development and quality systems. He is fully dedicated to forging lasting relationships with his fellow peers and customers, and is always working toward collaborating to develop new technologies that will shape the future for our armed services.

Cody and his wife are foodies and are always looking for a new local restaurants to try in the Tampa Bay area. Cody also enjoys strength training and attending Tampa Bay sporting events and concerts.

Cheryl joins McCormick Stevenson as a Senior Program Manager. She brings over 20 years’ experience managing teams and utilizing project management tools to deliver hardware, software and data products that meet customer requirements for Aerospace programs. With a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering and a Master of Science in Engineering Management from the University of South Florida, her experience straddles both program management and hands-on engineering. She is strong working in a team environment to ensure deliverables are on-time, within budget, and meet or exceed technical requirements. She says that teamwork is like a puzzle where each person’s contributions come together to create the whole picture – and to meet all project requirements.

Cheryl doesn’t let any grass grow under her feet outside work either – her interests include cycling, running, swimming, backpacking, and reading. She also fosters for Southeast Beagle Rescue and volunteers for the Clearwater Marine Aquarium Dive Team!

Veena joins McCormick Stevenson as an Office Assistant, where she uses her skills in business and administrative activities to improve the efficiency of our office workflow and processes. She draws on her education in Secretary and Business Studies and supports the MCCST team with broad-based experience that covers everything from customer care to project support and beyond. Through her talent, knowledge, and hard work Veena provides our engineering staff with a solid administrative foundation that establishes the structure and flexibility necessary to facilitate their day-to-day technical activities.

Veena loves music and traveling in her free time, taking enjoyment in the time she spends with family and friends.

Don is the Director of Modernization Systems for McCormick Stevenson, bringing over 35 years of manufacturing systems experience to the role. Having been a Munitions Prime Contractor with P&L responsibilities gives him an edge with insights that benefit our customers. He has developed Lean Manufacturing cultures and is regarded as an expert in Theory of Constraints, Lean Kaizen, Six Sigma and the Toyota Production System (TPS). At MCCST, Don is committed to balancing quality, cost, and schedule on behalf of our customers, and is proud to serve the Warfighting mission. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from Iowa State University.

Apart from his important work in support of our nation’s defense, Don enjoys bicycling and relaxing with his wife, children, and grandchildren.

Adam is the Equipment Engineering Manager, and a Senior Staff Engineer, at McCormick Stevenson. This role allows Adam to manage the internal equipment engineering operations, as well as work directly with our DoD customers to address equipment, tooling, and gage needs. He regularly contributes to innovative solutions to various complex challenges, both internally and externally. Adam holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Florida State University. With that and over 12 years of Research and Development engineering experience behind him, he utilizes skills in mechanical design, data analysis, Finite Element Analysis, and component testing.

In his personal life, Adam loves spending time with his family – his wonderful wife and two amazing children — not to mention, a Great Dane who pulls him through the park on their walks. He also enjoys CrossFit, participating in the Church ministry, and is an avid fan of the Seminoles at his alma mater.

Dan is an Advanced Engineer, working as part of the Equipment Engineering team at McCormick Stevenson. He holds both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Florida, and he contributes to various tooling projects. He is certified in SolidWorks and is also highly skilled in MATLAB. Dan dedicates himself to using his engineering talents to work with the team in the development of new and innovative technologies that directly benefit our armed forces. Dan is an enthusiastic contributor with a passion to improve products and capabilities.

Outside of work, Dan enjoys golf, hockey, trap/skeet shooting, and poker.

Braeden has an Associate of Arts degree from St Petersburg College and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from University of South Florida. Braeden’s work combines his skills in electrical engineering with his educational background in mechanical engineering to support MCCST in bringing new innovations to automation/control systems. Braeden has a strong lineage in the US Air Force and remains committed to using his engineering talents to serve our Warfighters today and into the future.

Braeden spends his free time looking for adventures and new experiences, with particular interest in music production, guitar, and weightlifting. He loves to push his physical boundaries in weightlifting. On the creative side, Braeden has a love for music and plays various instruments.

Shannon has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Florida. Shannon uses her experience in CAD as a Certified SolidWorks Professional to support MCCST and our customers, with attention to detail and a great team work ethic. Shannon is always eager to learn and engage in new opportunities. She recently completed training on the CMM in the lab, with the goal of pursuing a career in Inspection and Gage engineering.

Shannon often plays Dungeon & Dragons with family and friends on the weekends and travels whenever possible. She also has a creative inclination as she enjoys working on artistic projects at home. She took a leadership role in constructing and launching a weather balloon from Kennedy Space Center as part of a state grant.

Alec Holste is the Manager of Manufacturing Engineering at McCormick Stevenson, where he brings diverse talents and hands-on experience in R&D and manufacturing to support core mission needs for MCCST’s customers. Formerly a Project Engineer II, Alec holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati and contributes within MCCST’s collaborative team environment to empower customers with next‑generation enabling technology.

In his leadership role, Alec continues to apply his strong technical foundation and problem-solving skills to advance manufacturing capabilities, drive process improvements, and ensure high-quality results for the programs he supports.

Outside MCCST, Alec enjoys working out and a wide array of water sports—including boating, fishing, and kayaking. When he’s back on dry land, he uses his skills for hands-on home improvement projects.

Chris, our Manager of Information Technology, comes to McCormick Stevenson with extensive Information Technology experience, having spent thirteen years building a successful IT team in support of aerospace manufacturing. At MCCST, he plays a critical role in the fluid operation of the company –helping to ensure we have robust IT tools and operations in place, every day, for our engineering services and customer communications.

Chris enjoys collecting, hiking, and playing guitar. Most of all, though, he enjoys his time with his wife—especially their annual visits to Walt Disney World.

Jacob has a BS in Aeronautical Science from Embry Riddle, a BS from USF in Mechanical Engineering, and a MS in Mechanical Engineering from USF. He served in the US Coast Guard as Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certified aircraft mechanic where he honed practical mechanical skills. Jacob brings creativity and ingenuity to complex mechanical engineering problems and his first-hand experience in the military affords practical solutions to Warfighter requirements.

Jacob enjoys spending his free time with his wife and their dogs or doing home improvement projects and writing his own music.

Greg has over 17 years of experience successfully designing, building, and sustaining aerospace products, with a particular emphasis on the application of light weight composite structures to meet the challenging demands of the United States Military. His desire to support America’s warfighters drives his commitment to the mission, and to ensuring that the products and services we deliver are of the highest quality. With a strong commitment to our next generation of engineering professionals, Greg works to ensure that every member of our staff is afforded frequent opportunity for growth through meaningful contribution to a high-performing engineering team.

Greg is a good neighbor to all, and a dedicated family man; he and his wife are blessed with two wonderful kids of their own, while also being privileged to serve as foster parents to other children in need.

With a BS in Physics from the University of Connecticut, Bob serves as Vice President of Technology for McCormick Stevenson. Bob’s experience is wide-ranging, covering engineering management, systems engineering, requirements management, analysis and simulation, 3D modeling, GD&T and TDP development, configuration management, data management, circuit board layout, and test equipment design. He is driven to collaborate with other engineers as well as our customers, in an Integrated Product Team framework, to solve engineering problems. For Bob, the focus is always on the customer – open and honest communication is his hallmark to foster a level of trust and confidence for MCCST to meet commitments and provide sound technical solutions to even the most challenging requirements.

Apart from getting satisfaction from removing barriers to tough engineering challenges, Bob enjoys the outdoor life with his family. He likes hiking, and both saltwater and freshwater fly fishing.

Jim is an experienced Project Engineer and Manager of mechanical design and analysis. He has a proven track record in mechanical design & packaging for extreme military and aerospace environments such as gun launched projectiles and airborne systems. He has expertise in the ANSI Y14 standards, GD&T, transitioning products from design to fabrication, and Failure Modes & Effects Analysis. Jim graduated from the University of South Florida with a BS in Industrial Engineering and finds great satisfaction in creating new designs that solve difficult problems, pushing the engineering envelope to new levels.

When not meeting interesting engineering challenges, Jim enjoys spending time with his wife, Erin. He also enjoys intense and disciplined training in shooting sports. One of Jim’s favorite quotes is: “Without data you are just another person with an opinion” – Deming

Jamie, Project Engineer III at McCormick Stevenson, was formally educated in Machine Tool Technology from Metropolitan Community College in Kansas City, Missouri. Jamie’s commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and service shows every day through his expertise in manufacturing process, mechanical dimensioning, tolerancing and measurement, and product documentation. Jamie’s contributions ensure that our customers receive the highest level of quality in the products we deliver.

Jamie also enjoys the outdoor life, including sporting clays and upland bird hunting.

Bob is the Measurement Application Specialist for McCormick Stevenson — he ensures that each mechanical dimension is precisely determined, with appropriate tolerances required to meet end-product performance requirements cost-effectively and efficiently. Bob brings a diverse and interdisciplinary skill set. He has a Bachelor of Professional Studies degree from the State University of NY at Empire State College and a wide range of interests. He is committed to providing responsive and timely solutions with an unsurpassed focus on the needs of the end user.

Matthew is a Mechanical Engineering graduate from North Carolina State University. He brings over twenty years of experience in the defense, automotive, and industrial sectors to his role at McCormick Stevenson as Senior Staff Engineer. His experience allows him to make significant contributions in numerous areas including product design, finite element modeling, manufacturing, and process engineering.

Matt enjoys travel, music composition, hiking, and camping for relaxation.

Jim supports McCormick Stevenson and our customers as a Senior Technical Writer who is responsible for development of product documentation such as technical manuals, test procedures, reports, presentation material, and written communications. Jim’s contributions to the product line ensure that our customers have resources at their fingertips that provide clear, concise, robust descriptions of the products and their test protocols. Jim also leads ISO 17025 Accreditation and risk assessment for the MCCST dimensional measurement laboratory. He enjoys working collaboratively, both with others at MCCST and our customers, where we all can benefits from one another’s attributes and share in the rewards of a job well done.

Jim also likes to design and build microcontroller-driven things, such as circuitry, motion sensors using existing modules and controller types, and intrusion detection devices. He also enjoys using available artificial intelligence tools for data mining. He’s even added 3D-printed designs into his cadre of tools for personal projects!

Steven is a Senior Engineer with McCormick Stevenson and holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Florida (USF). He performs both analysis and design activities at MCCST and excels in roles that allow him to utilize a wide range of engineering skills. He is committed to excellence and pays close attention to detail, ensuring that every customer has confidence in the high-quality outcomes of his work.

Steven embodies the spirit of an engineer – he loves diversifying his skills and learning new things. Even outside of work, you can find him tinkering with electronics or exploring new skills. He is also musically inclined and enjoys playing the drums.

Luke is am Advanced System Administrator/IT Specialist at McCormick Stevenson. Although professionally trained in Finance, Luke pivots between domains with relative ease. He joined MCCST as a drafter and quickly transitioned to Metrology before taking on his current role in IT, where he helps maintain a state-of-the-art infrastructure to enable efficient and effective end-to-end engineering and business operations. Luke’s unyielding determination to doing whatever it takes to get the job done makes him a vital utility player in multiple aspects of day-to-day operations. He pursues unique solutions for the modern worlds’ ever-changing challenges.

Luke has a range of outside interests spanning activities from design and 3D printing, to golf. When not at work, Luke can be found virtually racing around the world, 3D printing, or on the golf course (often by the lake, where he is attempting to retrieve his ball).

J.B. Wright is the McCormick Stevenson Vice President of Business Development & Strategy. Formerly the Vice President of Manufacturing Engineering, he brings a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Management Systems Engineering from the University of South Florida and over 21 years of aerospace and defense manufacturing experience to MCCST. His background in manufacturing process development, product data management, and technical documentation gives him a deep understanding of how to support end users with the tools they need to take final products into successful operation.

In his expanded role, J.B. leverages his technical expertise and commitment to mission-focused support to build meaningful, trusting relationships with clients and partners. He is driven by the belief that trust and shared values with America’s heroes lead to exceptional outcomes, and he remains proud to give back to the military community where his father once served.

J.B. is married with three daughters, all of whom he loves spending time with. He mentors engineering students and continues to give back to the College of Engineering at USF. He also enjoys playing golf and attending a wide variety of athletic events, especially when it comes to supporting his alma mater.

Rick is a Senior Staff Designer for McCormick Stevenson, a role that allows us to leverage his knowledge and know-how of design for manufacturability into high quality and cost-effective products. Rick gained years of hands-on experience from General Electric (GE), where he graduated from the GE Apprentice Program as a Tool and Instrument Maker and the Leadership Development Program in Industrial Technology. At MCCST, Rick is focused on product development with special attention to processes and inspection. His contributions are customer-centric by building relationships with customers that begin with quality and teamwork.

Outside work, Rick enjoys spending time with his family, whether it is travelling, boating, or attending church.

Ron brings over 35 years of experience in the industry, with 25 years focused on CAD design in inspection gages, tooling, and fixtures to McCormick Stevenson. Ron works in Product Documentation and Detailing, specifically TDP generation, as well as mechanical dimensioning, tolerancing and measurement. With MCCST, Ron is especially proud to deliver exceptional designs and engineering to the defense industry that are used to contribute to the welfare and security of our country.

Ron spends his leisure time playing competitive golf. He also has a deep appreciation for music.

As an Advanced Designer at McCormick Stevenson, Julius uses his talents to support Mechanical Dimensioning. Among his skills are Tolerancing and Measurement. Product Documentation and Detailing (TDP Generation), Product Data Management, and Manufacturing Processes. Julius has well-rounded capabilities and expertise. An Associate in Arts from St. Petersburg College lead him to hands-on experience in CAD programs (Creo, SolidWorks, DraftSight, AutoCAD), Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) interpretation and implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and equipment. Julius is now working toward a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.

Julius loves the challenges of meeting and exceeding MCCST high standards for quality for a diverse range of customers.

Outside work, he can be found engaging in a variety of activities – the Martial Arts, Clay Shooting, and basketball, to name a few.

Joseph is a Chief Designer for McCormick Stevenson where he applies proper geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, enables manufacturability of MCCST designs, and works through tolerance stack-ups to ensure that no virtual conditions are being violated. Joseph’s contributions are instrumental in working with our customers to find solutions that meet all requirements and customer expectations, and to ensure that our designs correctly translate to the final product in manufacturing. His direct communication with the customer is a key asset to ensure that tradeoffs are well-understood and evaluated.

Andrew has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Florida and brings a wide range of experience to project management for McCormick Stevenson. His extensive knowledge of CAD and Model-based Definition enables virtual product definition to improve efficiency of our design process, and his experience in manufacturing processes and attention to detail ensures that products are optimized with full technical data packages. Andrew is a team player and committed to establishing one-on-one working relationships with our customers, ensuring that he understands, and meets, the larger scope of each customer’s goals on every project.

In between hiking, cycling and travel, Andrews enjoys visiting breweries to relax. He is also interested in 3D printing.

Alan is a Business Development professional at McCormick Stevenson, leveraging his expertise in strategic growth and relationship-building to connect customers with innovative engineering solutions. A IEEE Senior Member with a Master’s in Business Administration, he excels at fostering collaboration, bridging communication gaps, and ensuring that MCCST delivers results that exceed expectations. His focus is on understanding our customers’ challenges and driving solutions from concept to final design and prototype.

Whether at work or outside, Alan remains focused on making a difference in other people’s lives. He enjoys the time he spends with ministries at his church, volunteering at the St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen, and workdays at shelters, almost as much as the time he has with his wonderful family. Other hobbies include Amateur Radio (AKA Ham Radio) and gardening.

Jon brings over 30 years of experience since receiving a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florida to his current role as Principal Engineer at McCormick Stevenson. Jon’s experience spans electronics packaging for harsh military environments, tool and fixture design, process development, production support and environmental testing. This range of experience allows him to provide technical leadership and to directly address customer needs and expectations. His responsibilities at MCCST include requirements development, estimating, product development, documentation, and hardware realization.

Jon takes pride working cooperatively in a team environment with the cadre of engineers at MCCST and in fostering close working relationships with customers at every step of a design project.

Beyond his daily contributions to providing value-added solutions for the Warfighter, Jon loves enjoying the outdoors, where he can often be found back-packing, camping, hiking, or shooting sporting clays.

Zachary is a Senior Staff Engineer with over 10 years of experience in product development, leveraging his expertise in ASME Y14.5 drawing standards to make vital contributions to Product Documentation and Detailing at McCormick Stevenson through Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing and advanced CAD toolsets. His experience also plays a pivotal role in the implementation of our Product Data Management System and our emerging Model Based Definition processes.

He thrives in the team environment at MCCST, often offering his support as a Subject Matter Expert in a range of technologies and tools such as PTC Creo and SolidWorks, CETOL 6σ tolerance analysis software, Windchill PDM system, and in the design of artillery and gun testing. Zachary has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Florida.

Zachary’s hobbies include cycling, woodworking, and taking on home improvement projects. He is a passionate Tampa Bay Lightning fan and especially values spending time with his children.

Robin joined the McCormick Stevenson team in 2015 and serves alongside the executive team supporting overall business operations. A true team player, she specializes in customer service, event planning, networking, maintaining and building McCormick Stevenson’s brand, website, and social media.

Robin has a passion for connecting people, helping solve problems, exceeding expectations and deadlines, teaching, and a love of learning. She helped form the Tampa Bay Engineering Internship Alliance (TBEIA) and is the driving-force of the TBEIA Bi-annual Engineering Internship Mixers since 2016. Robin’s positive approach and can-do attitude lift the entire McCormick Stevenson team, making us more effective, efficient, and successful.

In her free time, Robin loves hanging out with her family and friends, serving her Mary Kay customers/friends, yoga, walking, music, reading, and quilting.

Kristin Raleigh serves as Accounting Manager at McCormick Stevenson, utilizing her training in Business and Accounting – a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Miami of Ohio and a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from the University of South Florida. She played a key role in the successful ERP accounting system integration and managed audits with great success. Kristin consistently demonstrates outstanding attention to detail, forward thinking, and commitment to excellence. She oversees all aspects of the company’s accounting function, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial stewardship, while supporting the MCCST mission by providing timely and reliable financial information. Kristin remains committed to continuous growth and learning in an ever-changing environment.

Ryan has a BA in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA, both from the University of South Florida. He serves as Director of Programs for McCormick Stevenson and supports MCCST product documentation, dimensioning and tolerancing, product data management, reverse engineering, and risk assessment. Ryan’s attention to detail and listening skills guide his work efforts to ensure that performance, cost, and schedule expectations are met on each project. Our customers particularly appreciate that Ryan is always available, just a phone call away, to answer questions or respond to emerging requirements.

As Chief Engineer at McCormick Stevenson, Barry leverages his expertise in Mechanical Engineering and Systems Engineering, bringing advancements to DoD & Aerospace systems and products, including Cannon Launched, Precision Guided Munitions [PGMs], and Aircraft Protection Systems [APS].  Barry holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Syracuse University. He also has had several advanced courses in Applied Mechanics & Heat Transfer from Carnegie-Mellon University and has Six Sigma Green Belt certification.

At MCCST, Barry is focused on supporting our core competencies in Requirements Development, Analysis & Simulation [CAE], Reverse Engineering, and Risk Assessment & Management. He gives special emphasis to quality, cost, and schedule management for our projects.

Trudy serves as the Director of Administration for McCormick Stevenson. Trudy is an accomplished senior leader and program manager with a successful track record of motivating teams to deliver on schedule and within budget. She excels at cultivating customer relationships and developing high performing teams. Trudy holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering and an Executive MBA from the University of Florida.

Trudy is the founding president and current Scholarship Director of the Greater Tampa Bay Chapter of Women in Defense, served on the University of Florida Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering Advisory Board, and supports her local community through many volunteer activities. She enjoys playing golf and spending time with family and friends.

As McCormick Stevenson’s President, Nat thrives on the teamwork necessary to develop solutions that meet the most challenging needs of America’s Warfighters. Nat’s technical background is in rugged mechanical design and drafting. In addition, Nat holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Florida. He brings an element of creativity to the MCCST Team that serves our clients well. As a natural collaborator, Nat’s stabilizing influence helps to bridge the gap between our clients and our staff to ensure exceptional results.

When not in the office, Nat dedicates himself to his wife and five children. As a native Floridian, he loves being outdoors and can often be found playing golf, sailing, fishing, or relaxing at the beach.

Matt serves dual roles at McCormick Stevenson – he is Vice President, Development Engineering and Manager of Product Engineering. Matt’s leadership skills are front-and-center as he facilitates the development of the MCCST engineering team and manages the MCCST IR&D program, implementing projects that further our core competencies. Matt is committed to serving the Warfighter through high-quality engineering products and decisive solutions to defense challenges, facilitated by advancing the skills of the engineering team.

Matt’s background stems from a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Matt rounds out his time with outdoor sports, both those for him and his kids. He loves running, biking, boating, camping, and shooting sports. And he is always there to cheer on his kids’ sports team. He enjoys taking the kids snow skiing and to conquer new roller coasters!

Mike has made key contributions to the McCormick Stevenson mission for more than two decades, where he is currently a Principal Engineer who proudly serves the Warfighter by bringing critical engineering advances to the mission. Mike has a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology and specializes in Analysis and Simulation (CAE). With more than twenty years of simulation experience across multiple software platforms, his core work helps to inform and validate engineering designs to ensure that the design meets key performance requirements. Mike thrives in an interactive team environment and is always learning– both on his own as well as from the contributions of the rest of the team. Mike takes great pride in MCCST, and the commitment and integrity our work offers to our customers on each project.

Outside work, Mike loves to travel with his family, and enjoys the many discoveries he finds in his family tree through genealogical research. He serves his community as a part-time Paramedic.

Keith brings a myriad of skills to his role as Program Manager at with McCormick Stevenson. Educated at the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Keith is also certified as Project Management Professional (PMP) by the Project Management Institute. Keith’s experience fits well into the MCCST mission, with expertise in Aerospace Product Design and Development, including requirements development, technical documentation, and mechanical dimensioning and tolerancing. Keith is committed to the MCCST values that put quality and excellence in engineering at the forefront to guide our work and communications.

Outside his work at MCCST, Keith enjoys many outdoor activities, especially golf and motorsports.

Melissa is Co-Founder, Manager of Finance, and former Chairman & CEO of McCormick Stevenson. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Melissa built an exceptional career supporting the national security mission. Since co-founding McCormick Stevenson, her greatest contribution has been as Chief Culture Officer. With a servant’s heart, Melissa ensures that teammates and clients are always personally recognized and respected. Her openness and gift for connecting with others have nurtured the McCormick Stevenson Family, creating an exceptionally rewarding experience for all.

Outside of work, Melissa is active in the local community and a past President of the Rotary Club of Dunedin. She enjoys sewing and quilting, but most of all loves spending time with her many grandchildren.

As Business Development Lead for Generation and Capture, and former Executive Vice President at McCormick Stevenson, Paul leads by example with a passion for serving the US Warfighters who defend our nation. With a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Florida, Paul has dedicated his career to continuously enhancing MCCST’s competencies to better address the Warfighter’s needs. In his current role, he takes responsibility for direct customer interaction to ensure expectations are not only met but exceeded—focusing on doing the right things (Leadership) and doing them right (Quality).

Outside of work, Paul enjoys staying active through fitness, golfing, and traveling, as well as spending time with friends and family while working on his home.

As Co-Founder and Strategy Director at McCormick Stevenson, and former President, Noel has helped to establish a successful and enduring engineering firm that delivers innovative solutions to the toughest armament systems challenges facing the US Department of Defense. Since earning a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Florida, Noel has built an exceptional team that excels under his leadership and vision.

He currently serves as a member of the National Armaments Consortium Executive Committee, as Director and Past Chairman of the Florida Defense Contractors Association, and as an active member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Industry Advisory Board.

In addition to his professional pursuits, Noel enjoys spending time with his ever-growing family, notably his grandchildren, and can frequently be found sailing Florida’s Gulf Coast.