Tahraun Sibley Active Secret Clearance

Relocating to U.S. by 07/2025 | Open to Relocation | tahraun.engineering@gmail.com | LinkedIn | GitHub

As a systems engineer with a military foundation, I’ve built my career on technical expertise, leadership, and a passion for solving complex problems. Starting as an Avionics Technician, I developed a deep understanding of communication, navigation, and radar systems, which have shaped my ability to integrate and optimize advanced technologies for mission-critical operations.

I thrive at the intersection of technical innovation and collaboration. Whether mentoring future leaders or designing solutions for challenging operational needs, I bring a holistic approach to every project. My experience as a Professional Military Education Instructor sharpened my ability to guide diverse teams, foster growth, and align objectives to achieve organizational success.

Writing is another way I stay engaged with the industry and broader topics that matter. Exploring themes like leadership, innovation, and the evolving role of technology allows me to share insights and connect with like-minded professionals.

Outside of work, I’m a husband and father of four who values teamwork both at home and in the workplace. My personal and professional journeys are driven by the same core belief: building strong relationships and fostering collaboration can lead to meaningful, lasting impacts.

I am eager to contribute to systems engineering roles that push the boundaries of innovation while supporting critical missions. Let’s connect to exchange ideas and explore opportunities to create value together.


Experience

Integrated Avionics Test Lead

United States Air Force (USAF)

Supported Boeing Field Service Representatives (FSR) in creating and implementing test strategies, troubleshooting system integration, and managing logistics for the AN/APG-82 AESA Radar Modification Program (RMP) upgrade from legacy systems on 28 F-15E aircraft, ensuring system performance met operational requirements.

Supervised a team of technicians using Agile practices to integrate and test upgrades for Link 16 Multifunctional Information Distribution System - Joint Tactical Radio System (MIDS-JTRS). Collaborated with Boeing engineers to resolve challenges, manage validation testing, troubleshoot, and maintain documentation.

Managed technical teams in troubleshooting the AN/APG-70 radar system to resolve RF issues delaying aircraft. Collaborated with the cross-functional engineering teams to manage backlog tasks, document findings using MBSE principles and UML diagrams, and employ fault isolation trees and RF testing tools.

Directed a Special Access Program (SAP) to integrate the Advanced Display Core Processor II (ADCP II) upgrade into the aircraft fleet. Led cross-disciplinary technical teams and employed Linux-based maintenance for software upgrades. Overcame personnel challenges by collaborating with stakeholders to adjust workloads and fill technician roles as needed.

Conducted flight control testing and troubleshooting for the F-15 system, performing upgrades via MIL-STD-1553 and validating version control for effectiveness. Collaborated with teams to test and optimize functionality, using MBSE tools to measure tolerances, identify faults, and implement adjustments for readiness.

July 2018 - November 2022

Electronic Warfare (EW) & Communication Security (COMSEC) Operations Manager

USAF Special Access Program (SAP)

Managed operations for the EW SAP, overseeing the development of RF emitters for the AN/ALR-56C Radar Warning Receiver (RWR) system. Used Linux-based programs to create mission-specific emitters and developed compliance testing procedures. Led technical teams in tests and analysis, using MS Excel/Access to track faults and report findings to external stakeholders.

Oversaw installation and loading of cryptological assets onto the AN/ARC-210 Satellite Communication (SATCOM) VHF/UHF Radio, ensuring compliance with DoD standards and NATO requirements. Coordinated version control through discussions with leadership, aligning with mission objectives and operational security.

March 2021 - November 2022

Leadership Development Instructor & Operations Manager

USAF Barnes Center for Enlisted Education (BCEE)

Created and deployed an automated enrollment program through MS Teams, integrated within the Air Force domain system to ensure secure access for USAF members and leadership teams. Streamlined enrollment for 72 teams across the United Kingdom, clearing 73% of a 1,500-member backlog and reducing enrollment errors by 46%.

Directed 1,450 hours of customized workshops and operational briefings for cross-functional teams, emphasizing the development of hard and soft leadership skills, including strategic decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict resolution—improved supervisors’ capacity to lead diverse teams in high-pressure environments.

Redesigned security processes for a team of 350+ personnel, adding a security assistant role to cut clearance processing times by 22%. Improved access control workflow, achieving full audit compliance. Orchestrated training for 6 security assistants, enhancing program proficiency by 40% in 60 days for an expanded operational scope.

November 2022 - Present

Technical Systems Analyst

USAF AFWERX

Delivers strategic technical assessments and recommendations to executive leadership, aligning multidisciplinary projects with mission-critical objectives and optimizing system integration, reliability, and operational performance.

Administered evaluations of $1.5M in SAP defense proposals, assessing technical merit to align with Air Force standards. Collaborated with finance and feasibility teams to successfully address a 1,200-item backlog on tight timelines and delivered findings using virtual tools to track progress and coordinate efforts, enabling informed decisions by leadership.

Directed the evaluation of AI-powered solutions, including a Suicide Awareness Training platform and the Agility Genius logistics system, overseeing machine learning model validation, predictive analytics integration, and technical feasibility to enhance mission readiness and operational efficiency.

Conducted technical reviews of advanced medical technologies, such as gold nanoparticle applications for battlefield wound care, and evaluated 5th-generation engine diagnostics for the TurboFan project, leveraging advanced modeling tools and predictive algorithms to improve scalability, compliance, and lifecycle management.

February 2024 - Present

Professional Education

Florida Institute of Technology

Master of Science in Project Management Information Systems
Pursuing advanced studies in project management focusing on information systems, emphasizing risk analysis, systems integration, and leadership in technical environments.

Projected Graduation: May 2027

December 2024 - Present

University of Maryland Global Campus

Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering
Completed comprehensive software engineering and cybersecurity coursework, developing expertise in secure programming (DevSecOps/TDD/BDD) and data analytics (MATLAB).

Graduated: April 2023

January 2021 - April 2023

Community College of the Air Force

Associate of Applied Sciences in Avionics Technology Systems
Specialized in avionics systems, including diagnostics, maintenance, and compliance, ensuring operational readiness for mission-critical systems.

Graduated: December 2022

January 2020 - December 2021

Jones County Community College

Associate of Arts in Secondary Education: Mathematics
Gained foundational skills in teaching and mentorship, emphasizing mathematical concepts and problem-solving strategies.

Graduated: December 2014

August 2012 - December 2014


Military Education

Professional Military Education Instructor Course

Barnes Center for Enlisted Education (BCEE), Maxwell Air Force Base (AFB), Montgomery, Alabama
Trained to design and deliver leadership-focused education, incorporating Air Force standards and teaching methodologies to support the development of junior supervisors.

Completion: April 2023

January 2023 - March 2023

Mathies Airman Leadership School

Air University (AU), RAF Feltwell, United Kingdom (UK)
Completed leadership training focused on supervisory skills, communication strategies, and team management, preparing for roles in leading and mentoring personnel.

Completion: March 2022

January 2022 - March 2022

F-15E Avionics Advanced Course

Air Education Training Command (AETC), RAF Lakenheath, UK
Advanced training on F-15E avionics systems, including RF, radar, communication, and navigation, emphasizing system diagnostics and operational maintenance.

Completion: February 2020

January 2020 - February 2020

Integrated Avionics Fundamentals Course

AETC, Sheppard AFB, Wichita Falls, Texas
Gained knowledge in avionics systems, covering electrical principles, fault isolation, and component integration.

Completion: April 2019

November 2018 - April 2019

Fundamentals of Aviation Electronics

AETC, Sheppard AFB, Wichita Falls, Texas
Acquired entry-level expertise in aviation electronics, focusing on system operations, troubleshooting, and safety protocols.

Completion: November 2018

August 2018 - November 2018

Certifications

MBSE: Model-Based Systems Engineering

University of Buffalo
This MBSE course integrates digital manufacturing and design, focusing on product geometry. It covers systems engineering, model-based approaches, the Digital Twin, and a roadmap for a model-based enterprise.

Estimated Completion: February 2025

Introduction to Model-Based Systems Engineering

Siemens Digital Industries Software
Gained knowledge in systems thinking, models, and architecture while defining Model-Based Systems Engineering and comparing it with Model-Based Design and Model-Based Engineering.

Completion: January 2025

Fundamentals of Predictive Project Management

Project Management Institute (PMI)
Demonstrated key concepts, including writing precise requirements, sequencing and assigning work, creating the project schedule, making risk mitigation plans, measuring project success, and successfully closing out a project.

Completion: September 2024

35-Hour Project Management Professional (PMP) Training

PM-ProLearn
This PMI Authorized Training Provider (ATP) course covers predictive, adaptive, and hybrid project management, the business environment, and project team leadership.

Completion: February 2024

Phantom AI Accelerator

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Learned strategies in AI/ML applications, utilizing Python, MATLAB, and scikit-learn for data analysis.

Completion: November 2023

Independent Projects

Interactive HMI Development with Ansys SCADE

Created an interactive HMI by designing a cockpit screen to display gyroscope and flight data on a Raspberry Pi with Ansys SCADE. Integrated Python, JSON, and Linux scripting for configuration and soldered components for performance. Used modular design and real-time testing with automated code generation to improve diagnostics for embedded systems.

Completion: December 2024

AI-Powered Article Generator

Created an AI-powered application that generates articles from user input on an ARM microprocessor, utilizing OpenAI algorithms on the Linux operating system. This project was developed in VS Code and managed with GitHub for version control, implementing secure coding methodologies like CAPTCHA, SHA-256 encryption scripts, input validation, hashing, and API key security to guarantee reliability and safeguard data.

Completion: October 2024

OPERATION GENESIS: Real-World Scenario Training Simulation

OPERATION GENESIS is a hands-on training simulation that merges real-world situations with improved decision-making and leadership growth. We worked alongside several cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with Department of Defense goals, embedding them into the Barnes Center curriculum, thereby influencing 68 Airman Leadership Schools.

Completion: June 2024


Skills

Programming Languages & Tools
Technical Proficiencies
  • Systems Engineering: Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) utilizing SysML with PlantUML and Eclipse Papyrus tools.
  • Project Management: Microsoft Project and SharePoint with Power Automate integration
  • Cloud & Programming: Proficient in AWS, Python, Java, Git, and MATLAB
  • Database Management: Skilled in Oracle SQL Developer, Microsoft Access, DynamoDB, and PostgreSQ

Awards & Certifications

  • European Team of the Year: 2023 and 2024
  • Meritorious Team Award: April 2024 and November 2020
  • Employee of the Quarter: March 2023, August 2022, March 2021, and December 2020
  • Distinguished Graduate: April 2022
  • Agile Combat Employment (ACE) Superior Performer: 2022
  • UMGC Commencement Speaker: 2022 and 2023
  • Pentagon’s Leadership Excellence: 2021
  • Performance-Based Early Promotion: 2020
  • Leadership Excellence: 2019
  • Distinguished Graduate: 2018