Hayden Phillips

At Raytheon, I led weekly financial analysis and reporting for the $7.2 billion Javelin Joint Venture (JJV), optimizing fiscal oversight and resource allocation. Additionally, I managed the vetting and authorization of 200+ IOT contracts weekly, ensuring regulatory compliance and seamless integration with internal processes. Serving as an approver for contract modifications from the US Army, I facilitated collaborative efforts between Raytheon and Lockheed Martin, ensuring financial alignment. Leveraging SAP BW and ERP tools, I conducted daily reporting and analysis, gaining invaluable hands-on experience in financial management.

As a Partner at HNLC, I spearheaded data-driven initiatives across diverse asset classes. Utilizing Tableau, Excel, and Power BI, I conducted in-depth analysis, deepening performance and risk assessments with advanced SQL queries, resulting in a notable 9% increase in portfolio returns. Leveraging Python scripting, including NumPy and Pandas, I developed sophisticated financial models tailored to diverse assets, optimizing returns. Proficiency in Azure Databricks and Apache Spark facilitated scalable data engineering solutions, fostering innovation within a collaborative team environment.

During my tenure at Tyriad, I led pioneering projects at the forefront of automotive technology and data science, engineering cutting-edge FMCW LiDAR sensors and seamlessly integrating AWS Lambda and AWS IoT Core for real-time data processing and device management. Leveraging Amazon SageMaker, I optimized machine learning models for a 16% accuracy boost, while robust ETL processes ensured seamless data ingestion and preprocessing. Securing over $40,000 in grant funding, I drove groundbreaking research and development initiatives, guiding a versatile team with strategic leadership in a fast-paced environment.