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Meet the Team

Senior Leadership

Eric Hardy: Senior Director, Commercial + Technology

Eric is a senior director of operations with 30 years of experience in engineering and construction management, supply chain management and logistics, asset management, and digital integration and transformation services. Eric has experience in both government and commercial environments, including 15 years of aerospace and defense work. He leverages his knowledge of technical and technology expertise with Lean Six Sigma principles to deliver multimillion-dollar savings to clients worldwide.

Client Relations & Teambuilding
Strategy
Engineering & Manufacturing
Digital Integration and Transformation
Supply Chain and Logistics

Santiago Diez: Senior Director, Operations – Integrated Productivity Services (IPS)

Santiago is a senior director of operations with over 17 years of experience in manufacturing, aerospace, supply chain management, engineering support, and operational efficiency, supporting both commercial and defense industries. Santiago leads the Integrated Productivity Solutions organization, comprised of dozens of service offerings in the 4PL+, Technical Solutions, and Digital + Technology categories. Client-focused and mission-driven, Santiago works closely with each client to customize productivity strategies and ensure seamless execution.

Client Relationship Management
Engineering and Manufacturing
Metrology and Quality Assurance
Operational Efficiency and Process Improvement
Technology and Software Integration

Russell Gey: Digital Growth Director

Russ has 30 years of sales and sales management experience in decision intelligence, asset management, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), cloud software and the growing AI space. Russ is an accomplished and enterprising senior sales director and account manager with multifaceted experience in asset, operations and data management, sales, P&L management, team development, customer service, consulting, recruitment, and strategic planning. His mission is to enable clients to optimize their core business operations and drive their digital transformation, ranging from decision intelligence and core ERP suite to the latest technologies, including AI, across the full spectrum of applications. Russ has a proven track record of engaging with C-level executives, generating new and install base revenue, managing complex and consultative sales cycles, and partnering with various stakeholders and teams.

Decision Intelligence/ Asset Management
Enterprise Risk Management
Business Continuity
Operational Risk Management
Facilities Management
Business Intelligence
Analytics

John Livingston: Director, Operations

John is a seasoned operations and program management leader with over 35 years of experience in the high-tech and aerospace sectors. John is known for his strategic approach to cost reduction, business development, and process innovation, having implemented RFID-based asset tracking and centralized warehousing solutions that delivered multimillion-dollar savings. Technically adept in tools like SAP, SharePoint, and SQL Server, he also holds certifications including PMP, CPIM, and NPMA CPPS.

Program and Operations Management
Strategic Planning and Business Development
Process Innovation
Technical Systems and Tools
Defense and Aerospace Sector Expertise

Jason Merz: Deputy Director of Operations, IPS

Jason has over a decade of experience leading strategic programs, operations management, and performance improvement across the aerospace, defense, and commercial sectors. With a strong foundation in metrology, vendor services, and digital transformation, Jason has successfully led enterprise-wide initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and financial performance. He currently oversees global operations and program initiatives supporting KBR's mission to deliver measurable value through innovation, automation, and continuous improvement across technical service domains.

Operations and Program Management
Metrology and Vendor Optimization
Strategic Planning and Performance Improvement
Automation and Data-Driven Reporting
Cross-functional Leadership and Global Collaboration

Technical Experts

Blair Trett - Metrology Engineering

Blair is a subject matter expert in metrology engineering with over 40 years of experience in the metrology industry, holding management, technical, and quality leadership roles across military, commercial, and government industries.

His experience spans multiple quality system requirements, including ISO17025, ISO9001, ANSI/NCSL Z540.1, AS9100,and more. With decades of experience across a range of metrology disciplines, Blair leads and delivers with insight and knowledge.

Blair’s deep-domain knowledge of both small and large operations provides valuable insight and enables his scaled approach to problem-solving, delivery and sustainability.

Program Management and Operational Excellence
Metrology Technical Expert
Quality System Compliance
Uncertainty Analysis and Budgeting
NADCAP Special Process

Ryan Cromer - Digital & Decision Intelligence

Ryan is a dynamic asset management leader with over 15 years of experience in project management, operational planning, and business intelligence across complex, high-stakes environments. Since 2021, Ryan has played a central role in implementing ISO 55000-based asset management systems across multiple global demanding locations under high regulation and mission-critical conditions. His contributions include successful implementation support for fifteen (15) DoD programs, including:

U.S. Navy BOS Programs in Bahrain, Jebel Ali (UAE), Poland, Djibouti, and Diego Garcia
U.S. Air Force BOS Programs in Turkey and Spain
U.S. Army LOGCAP Programs in Houston and Kosovo

Through these projects, he has enabled organizations to align their maintenance strategies, logistics operations, and risk management practices with ISO 55001 standards, ensuring both audit readiness and long-term value creation

Bridging Strategy and Operations
Technical Delivery
Analytics and Decision Support
ISO 55001 Certification

Paul Prinke - Quality Engineering & Inspections

Paul is a senior program manager with over 40 years of experience across various functions, including engineering, operations/manufacturing, sourcing, and quality, supporting both commercial and defense industries.

Paul's experience includes managing global talent, influencing leadership, customer management, and business growth, growing highly capable teams while improving service delivery, problem solving, and ensuring continuous improvements through the application of Six Sigma Black Belt tools to drive business results and meet changing client demands.

Organization and Talent Development
Process/Product Stabilization & Continuous Improvement
Six Sigma Black Belt/Problem Solver
Engineering/Supplier Quality & Development
Quality Culture/Employee Engagement

Jenny Moreno - Engineering Technical Services

Jenny is a senior program manager and licensed professional engineer with over 25 years of experience in engineering and project management across commercial, government, and oil and gas projects. Jenny has led multi-disciplinary projects focused on capital improvements and facilities upgrades and has proven expertise in delivering technical solutions to complex problems.

Project Management of Engineering Projects
Planning, Design and Execution of Multi-disciplinary Projects
New Construction, Infrastructure Upgrades, and Facilities Improvements
Civil and Structural Engineering
Innovation and Strategic Solutions

Lorena Luna - Enterprise Network Service Management

Lorena is a senior IT manager with over 25 years of experience within KBR. She has a strong IT foundation, having led a desktop support team in Houston for 11 years, directly assisting users. She advanced to an IT business partner role, providing IT, information management, and solutioning support to multiple engineering and construction programs for 8 years. In her current role, Lorena supports all aspects of IT with a focus on digitization, government compliance, and proper data handling. She is a passionate advocate for business innovation and confident in her team’s ability to address challenging issues and deliver effective solutions.

Team Building and Motivation: Leading diverse Technical teams
IT Strategy Alignment: Ensuring IT goals align with business objectives
Communication: translating technical language to non-technical stakeholders
Adapting to New Technologies: Leading digital transformation initiatives
Project Management: Defining scope, objectives and deliverables

Patrick Swann - 4PL+

Patrick is a senior program manager with over 40 years of experience across various functions, including maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO), warehousing and transportation, supply chain logistics management, engineering, operations/manufacturing, and quality, supporting both commercial and defense industries.

Patrick brings experience of MRO standup, managing global talent, influencing leadership, customer management and business growth, growing highly capable teams while improving service delivery, problem solving, and continuous improvements through application of Six Sigma Black Belt tools to drive business results and meet changing client demands.

Program Management and Organization and Talent Development
Process/Product Stabilization & Continuous Improvement
Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Standup
Performance-Based Logistics Expert
Engineering, Supplier Quality & Development

Shannon McKee - Industrial Maintenance & Automation Controls

Shannon is a former U.S. Air Force service member with a strong background in technical operations and leadership. He holds a bachelor's and a master's degree in mechanical engineering, combining deep academic knowledge with practical expertise from 15+ years of fieldwork. Shannon has designed and led industrial automation maintenance programs for major e-commerce companies, focusing on reliability and efficiency at scale. With a mission-driven mindset and a passion for innovation, he has consistently improved system uptime and streamlined complex operations for clients.

Design and Integration of Robotic Automation Equipment
Maintenance Programs to Include Development and Automation
Prototyping and Optimizing Automated Machinery (including conveyors, actuators, and custom tooling)
Cross-disciplinary Collaboration
Focus on Reliability, Precision, and Manufacturability

Adam Tyler - Facility Engineering

As a facility engineering consultant, Adam specializes in delivering cost-effective solutions that enhance operational efficiency and long-term value across building systems and infrastructure. Adam’s role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, including overseeing construction projects, managing physical assets, and contributing to the design and optimization of building layouts. His focus is on identifying and implementing strategies that reduce energy consumption, streamline maintenance, and extend asset life cycles. By integrating technical expertise with a strategic approach to facility planning, Adam helps ensure that customer environments are not only functional and sustainable but also aligned with organizational goals.

Facilities Operational Management – Ensuring efficient day-to-day operations of building systems and infrastructure.
Asset Management – Strategically maintaining and optimizing physical assets to extend the lifecycle and reduce costs.
Layout and Design – Planning and refining facility layouts to improve workflow, safety, and space utilization.
Cost Savings and Utilization – Identifying and implementing solutions that reduce operational expenses and maximize resource efficiency.
Technical Advising – Providing expert guidance on construction, systems integration, and facility upgrades.