Kevin M.
Strategic Analyst | Optimization, AI/ML, Autonomous Systems, Modeling and Simulation - All views are my own
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Working at the intersection of: - modeling and simulation - AI/autonomy - strategic planning and decision making as a quantitative analyst for solving vital qualitative policy questions. Key research interest: Implementation of algorithms for optimized theatre and campaign decision-making - specifically with wargaming. Transition of technology as quickly as possible through the "valley of death" and higher technology readiness levels (TRLs) for effective sponsor and stakeholder use. Open to pursuing a doctoral program with applied research within the realm of technology readiness level (TRL) 2/3 or higher. Quadrilingual in English, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Japanese with some French ability. Limited German and Spanish language skills, and able to read some Hangul (Korean). E(S/N)FP personality.
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Experience (24 roles)
Modeling and Simulation Analyst - Associate Professional Staff II
CurrentJohns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory · Full-time
Modeling and Simulation user that integrates Generative AI tools such as large language models (LLMs), alongside other projects for sponsors, to aid with strategic-level, geopolitical decision making and processing of net technical assessments.
Layoff/position eliminated
Career Break
Many changes occurred within federal government and this time has been incredibly restorative, recharging, and reaffirming. It has been lovely travelling back to my hometown and seeing incredible people in New England and NYC, in addition to becoming further integrated with new people and experience...
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Education (10)
Teachers College, Columbia University
Jan 2023 - May 2023
Columbia Engineering
Aug 2021 - Feb 2023
Skills: Python (Programming Language) · Artificial Intelligence (AI) · Git
Columbia University
2021 - 2023
Grade: Alumni, 3.6 Activities and societies: Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation Student Scholar, International Fellows Program Cohort Member, Engineering Graduate Student Association (EGSC) Department Representative, Columbia Sunrise Activist, Columbia Democrats Group Leader, Columbia Sailing Affiliate, Columbia Ski Affiliate, Diversity + Inclusion in Commercialization and Entrepreneurship (DICE) Fellow, SEAS Storytelling Teller, Medicare For All Organizer, Columbia Alumni Associations of San Diego and DC Member Robotics and controls emphasis with machine learning, data science, optimization, and statistical modeling and simulation techniques. Also coupled with elective courses in international (mainly East Asian) affairs, carbon sequestration, human-centered design, cyber security, and defense strategy, technology, and policy analysis from the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA). Skills: Python (Programming Language) · CAMEO · Artificial Intelligence (AI) · Git · Operations Research Columbia University Diploma Final Report - Carbon Sequestration.pdf portfolio part 1.jpg
Skills (32)
Certifications (13)▼
Introduction to Electro-Optics/Infrared Sensors
Georgia Tech Research Institute
Finance and Quantitative Analysis
University of Cambridge
Certificate of Entrepreneurship and Technology
UC Berkeley College of Engineering
How to Build, Fly, and Verify Autonomous Aerial Systems: a UAS short course
University of Maryland
Creativity and Business Innovation
University of Cambridge
Artificial Intelligence Foundations: Neural Networks
Introduction to Synthetic Aperture Radar
United States Federal Government
Artificial Intelligence Foundations: Machine Learning (2018)
Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP)
INCOSE
AI Literacy Training
Tradewinds
Keelboat Certification
American Sailing
Artificial Intelligence Foundations: Thinking Machines
National Security Policy Certificate
RAND School of Public Policy
Publications (4)▼
Occupational Licensing In California: Monopolistic Laws That Stifle Small Businesses?
Berkeley Political Review · Jun 10, 2016
California’s Prolonged Drought And Its Effects On Economic Inequality: A Case Study On East Porterville
Berkeley Political Review · Jun 9, 2016
A Community-Based Case Study in Groundwater, Surfacewater, and Soil Contamination and Particulates in Crystal Palace Park, London and Brighton & Hove
Geotechnical and Environmental Research Group, Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge (Pembroke College) · Aug 19, 2016
Post Natural Disaster Emergency Drone Airport
NEXTOR, UC Berkeley · Dec 1, 2017
Languages (9)▼
Volunteer Experience (20)▼
AAPI Political Advisor and Meeting Representative
Tommy Hough for San Diego City Council
Nov 2021 - Nov 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo
Mentor
Project Access
Jul 2020 - Oct 2020 · 4 mos
Group Leader
Columbia University College Democrats
Oct 2021 - Nov 2021 · 2 mos
Youth Group Member
Cathedral of St. John the Divine
Sep 2022 - Apr 2023 · 8 mos
Canvasser and Phonebanker
CurrentZohran for NYC
May 2025 - Present · 4 mos
Bilingual Clerk
Registrar of Voters - County of San Diego
Feb 2020 - Mar 2020 · 2 mos
Member
San Diego Downtown Democratic Club
Mar 2021 - May 2022 · 1 yr 3 mos
Engineers Week Co-Organizer
Northrop Grumman
Jan 2020 - Feb 2020 · 2 mos
Member and Supporter
CurrentThe Royal Canadian Legion
Nov 2022 - Present · 2 yrs 10 mos
Campaign Strategist
Associated Students of the University of California
Jan 2018 - Apr 2019 · 1 yr 4 mos
Volunteering Advisor
California State Board of Equalization
Mar 2021 - Nov 2022 · 1 yr 9 mos
Member, Volunteer and Sailor
SOUTHERN MARYLAND SAILING ASSOCIATION INC
Jun 2023 - Mar 2025 · 1 yr 10 mos
Volunteer Organizer
Warren for President
Dec 2019 - Mar 2020 · 4 mos
Albacore and ILCA Sailor
CurrentWest River Sailing Club
May 2025 - Present · 4 mos
Department Representative and At-Large Member
Engineering Graduate Student Council at Columbia Engineering
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 · 1 yr
Interviewer and Alumni Ambassador
CurrentCal Alumni Association | UC Berkeley
Jun 2020 - Present · 5 yrs 3 mos
Volunteer and Crew
CurrentPotomac River Sailing Association
Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr
Political Advisor
Black Castle & Associates
May 2021 - Apr 2023 · 2 yrs
Signature Gatherer and Political Strategist
Committee Supporting the Recall of Jennifer Campbell
Feb 2021 - Jun 2021 · 5 mos
Crew Member
Navy Patuxent Sailing Club
May 2023 - Mar 2024 · 11 mos
Honors & Awards (17)▼
DFI Trust CEE Scholarship
Issued by Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, UC Berkeley · Apr 2015
Associated with University of California, Berkeley
Orselli Engineering Scholarship
Issued by UC Berkeley College of Engineering · Apr 2015
Associated with University of California, Berkeley
Dibble Memorial Scholarship
Issued by Berkeley Engineering Dean's Office · Apr 2015
Associated with University of California, Berkeley Given to strong Berkeley Engineering applicants for the purpose of providing an incentive for students to study engineering and by also producing high-quality engineers in industry, academic, and startups after graduation.
Chevron Scholar
Issued by Chevron · Sep 2017
Associated with University of California, Berkeley Obtained a $4,000 scholarship as a Chevron Scholar for the 2017-2018 academic year. Seven Chevron Scholars out of a pool of dozens of Berkeley Engineering applicants were selected.
AP Scholar with Distinction
Issued by College Board · Jun 2014
Chevron Mechanical Engineering Scholarship
Issued by Chevron · Oct 2017
Associated with University of California, Berkeley Recipient of the Chevron Mechanical Engineering Scholarship in the amount of $4,000 for the 2017-2018 academic year. Three mechanical engineering students out of a pool of dozens of applicants were selected.
Claremont-UC Undergraduate Research Conference on the European Union
Issued by Scripps College · Apr 2017
• Admitted to a European Union conference for all University of California and The Claremont Colleges students with paper proposals. My proposal and paper was European Migration, Immigration, and Cultural Identity: A Case Study on the Schengen Agreement. • Conference included a paper contest and presentation where the winner would participate in an international conference at the European Union in Brussels.
Prestigious US Government Scholarship
Issued by US Government · Apr 2021
Associated with Columbia University in the City of New York Selected out of a pool of over 3,000 applicants to pursue a graduate degree with free tuition, an annual stipend of up to $35,000, health insurance, structured mentorships, as well as guaranteed summer internships and full-time employment at an internal department agency. Assigned to work on artificial intelligence research.
The Leadership Award
Issued by Cal Alumni Association · Sep 2016
Associated with University of California, Berkeley Received a scholarship after ranking in the top tier of scores, leading me to automatically receive the scholarship without completing an interview. This award has been awarded to over 15,000 students from alumni who have displayed outstanding, innovative, and motivational leadership.
Boeing Day Attendee
Issued by The Boeing Company and American Society of Mechanical Engineers · Mar 2018
Associated with University of California, Berkeley One of two students selected by the Berkeley chapter of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers to go to the Boeing Everett Factory, with all expenses paid by the chapter via Boeing. This event was hosted by Boeing employees who are also Berkeley alumni.
West Contra Costa Retired Educator's Scholarship
Issued by West Contra Costa Unifed School District · Mar 2015
• Given to exceptional students with the West Contra Costa Unified School District by retired teachers and administrators.
Northern California Scholarship Finalist
Issued by Northern California Scholarships Foundation · Jun 2015
Given to 40 competent students from 50 California counties. Within a high school, counselors are only able to recommend one student to be interviewed.
Engineering Scholars as Engaged Scholars Fellowship
Issued by General Motors and UC Berkeley College of Engineering · Mar 2016
Associated with University of Cambridge Received a $2,500 community-oriented fellowship from General Motors to conduct groundwater research while studying at Cambridge.
Integrative Systems and Design Merit Fellowship
Issued by University of Michigan, Ann Arbor · Jun 2020
Awarded a $20,000 merit fellowship from the Integrative Systems and Design (IS+D) division at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor for studies toward a Master of Engineering degree program.
Systems Engineering Field Merit Fellowship
Issued by Cornell University · Apr 2020
Associated with Cornell University Awarded a $5,000 merit fellowship from the Systems Engineering field at Cornell University for studies toward a Master of Engineering degree program.
Institute for Politics and Strategy Fellowship
Issued by Carnegie Mellon University · Apr 2021
Received a half-tuition fellowship for the entire length of a thesis-based master's program in international politics and strategy, specifically with a cyber-related focus.
International Fellows Program Cohort Member
Issued by School of Public and International Affairs, Columbia University in the City of New York · Jan 2023
Associated with Columbia University in the City of New York Accepted to a selective honors program of 30 graduate students per year out of a pool of over 130 applicants (matriculating or current students University-wide) hosted by the School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia. Students participate in weekly seminars to dissect the current international order and the role of the US and the rest of the world in it, in addition to trips to the United Nations and Washington, D.C. Fellows explore ideas for best crafting a system fit for the world in the future. These conversations often occur with prominent diplomats, policymakers (Senators, Representatives, Members of Parliament, etc.), leaders of NGOs, journalists, think-tank leaders, and academics.
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