Avineon Appoints Seasoned Naval Engineer to Expand Defense Capabilities
Alexandria, Va. – Aug. 29, 2006 – Avineon, Inc., a successful provider of IT, geospatial, engineering and program management services, announced today the appointment of R. Scott Starsman as chief engineer within the company’s Defense Systems division. Starsman will lead research and development efforts in support of Avineon’s defense contracts and assist with business development. He will also help plan and execute C5I modernization to ensure Avineon’s systems delivered to ships and shore facilities are mature and fully capable of supporting mission functions.
With 20 years of naval engineering experience, Starsman brings to Avineon technical specialties in naval command, control, communications and intelligence systems. Within research and development, he will evaluate tools and technologies that align with Avineon’s strategic direction as well as manage and execute defense contracts. Avineon maintains a strong customer presence within the Tidewater-area of Maryland, North Carolina and Virginia and Starsman will look to further expand the company’s reach with increased business development on both U.S. coasts.
“We are committed to delivering quality system solutions and capabilities that help our defense customers fulfill their missions,” said Debra Wittmer, vice president of Avineon’s Defense Systems division. “Scott’s successful career with the U.S. Navy and his engineering management experience will prove valuable as we work to increase our visibility within the defense industry.”
Starsman was most recently stationed at Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) where he served as the East Coast lead for the Strike Force Interoperability program and oversaw the execution of the C5I Modernization Process. Prior to that engagement, he served as the technical department head and technical director at Task Force Web, a task force established to revolutionize the way the Navy uses C4 technology. He provided operational and technical vision and was the foremost proponent of Web services and the service-oriented architecture that is changing the way the Navy interacts with its information systems.
“Avineon is at the forefront of innovative defense systems solutions and has a solid customer base that includes NAVSEA, Naval Flight Information Group and the Naval Surface Warfare Center among others,” commented Starsman. “I look forward to utilizing my engineering and naval experience to expand Avineon’s defense capabilities and establish new strategic business opportunities.”
Throughout his career, Starsman has received various awards and medals for his outstanding service and dedication to the Navy. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Systems Engineering from the United States Naval Academy, a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the Naval Postgraduate School and earned a doctorate degree in Electrical Engineering from Old Dominion University.
About Avineon
Avineon, a CMMI Maturity Level 3 and ISO 9001:2000 registered company, is a diversified high technology company that provides Information Technology (IT), geospatial, engineering, and program management services. With headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia, and offices in Alabama and Florida, Avineon employs more than 140 staff in the United States, and with subsidiaries in Europe and India employs a total staff of 400. In IT, Avineon specializes in web-based architecture, systems engineering, application development, and on-going network and security support. For additional information and photos of the new facility please visit www.avineon.com.
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Charles Erdrich / 703-671-1900 / cerdrich@avineon.com
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