Defense technology
innovation since 1985.
Combining the human mind and machine analysis to deliver decision support for complex situations.
Modus Operandi is a product and intelligence technology company founded in 1985. We understand the vital importance of information management and organizational processes within a company.
Our goal steadfastly remains focused on combining the power of the human mind and machine analysis to deliver decision support for complex situations. With the help of our Living Intelligence solutions, we provide the edge needed in today's ever-growing markets.
In 2015, Modus Operandi introduced Movia®, a knowledge management system that combines human and machine analysis to produce living intelligence. By enabling organizations to input and combine their data, this solution unlocks valuable insights, improves decision-making, and drives innovation across diverse industries.
Research is typically a long process — but with Movia® it is no longer a tedious task. Research time is drastically reduced as Movia presents relevant and updated knowledge from the various data sources your team of experts has provided, in visualizations that enable rapid comprehension.
Where we operate.
The team behind Modus.
Joined Modus in 2021 after 31+ years in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as Commander of the Air Force Personnel Center. Former Director of Operations, Air Combat Command, and General Manager, USAF Central Command, leading 16,000 airmen across 22 nations. Holds master's degrees in National Security & Strategic Studies and Military Operational Art, plus a BS from the USAF Academy.
Co-founder of Modus Operandi with 30+ years applying advanced computing to complex defense, intelligence, and commercial problems. Focused on harnessing data to sharpen situational understanding and decision-making. BS in Computer Science, Washington University; MBA, Florida Institute of Technology. Active board member across multiple nonprofits.
PMP-certified COO and Principal Systems Engineer with 30 years across DoD and commercial programs. Expertise spans AI/ML, ISR, C2, mission planning, missile and guidance systems, and IV&V. Has supported DIA, Army DEVCOM, ONR, USMC, Missile Defense Agency, Navy, and Air Force — including building a missile simulator used in live test prep.
Joined Modus Operandi in 2009. As CTO, he is a solutions-focused software architect and implementation manager who excels in applied research, evaluation, and rapid prototyping for new product development. Translates client business needs into high-quality products and guides cross-functional teams from concept to delivery. BS in Computer Engineering from the University of Florida; a published speaker with several software patents.
Has served as Chief Financial Officer for Modus Operandi since 1988, except for a 2001–2004 engagement as controller at Legacy, a $30M nutritional supplement distributor. Balances the needs of a high-growth company while ensuring operational efficiency without sacrificing quality. Spent fifteen years in academics instructing at graduate and undergraduate levels. Two-time graduate of Florida Tech with a BS in Management Science and an MBA.
Chief Revenue Officer with 12+ years across B2B and B2G markets spanning enterprise sales, federal capture, and go-to-market strategy, contributing to over $60M in contracts across DoD and civilian agencies. Expertise in AI-powered analytics, knowledge graph solutions, SBIR/STTR strategy, and federal acquisition. Former Director of Sales and Partnerships at Scout, and Managing Director of Inspiralia USA, scaling it to a 30-person operation serving 500+ clients.
Guidance from experienced leaders.
Served as president of Modus Operandi from 2012–2017, leading the company to the forefront of the government and military software technology market. Board member since 2007. Previously president of Federal Systems LLC. Founded Paravant Computer Systems in 1982, led it through its 1996 IPO and 2002 acquisition by DRS Technologies, then served as president of DRS Tactical Systems. BS from University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee; master's from University of Michigan.
Over 35 years of business experience primarily with early and growth-stage technology companies. Led two IPOs, multiple venture financings, and strategic partnerships. First EVP/CFO and VP of Corporate Development at Rivian Automotive, helping grow it from 15 to over 2,000 employees. As COO/CFO of MapQuest.com, led its transition to the market-leading Internet mapping company and managed its IPO and sale. BS in mathematics from Florida Tech; MBA from University of Virginia.
Former president of Florida Institute of Technology and Florida Atlantic University. Founding president of the Florida State University Presidents Association. Senior Fulbright Professor in Bogota, Colombia. Degree in city and regional planning from Rutgers, master's in urban planning from NYU, and PhD in urban and regional planning from the University of Wisconsin. Author of 13 books and over 65 journal articles; recipient of the CASE Chief Executive Leadership Award.
Come join us.
We are building our company with creative and hard-working people who are passionate about solving our customers' most challenging problems. Come join us. To apply for an open position at Modus Operandi, click on the opportunity below.
Modus Operandi, Inc. is an EEO / AA / Disability / Veteran employer.
Work Environment
- Experience Leading-edge Innovations
- Employee Owned – Small Business
- Continuous Training & Mentoring
- Trust, Respect, and Integrity
- Fast Growing – Fast Paced
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Relaxed Environment
- Space Coast Living
Employee Benefits
- Medical and Dental Coverage
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- 401(k) Plan with Company Matching
- Company Incentive Plan
- Employee Incentive Stock Option Program
- Paid Leave (Holidays, Vacation and Personal Time)
- Flexible Work Hours
- Casual Work Environment
Talent Search
- Developing the hottest new software
- Agile/Lean engineering – from concept design to production product
- Semantic Tech, Cognitive Computing, Machine Learning, Big Data Analysis
- Military Intelligence Analysis
- Next-generation responsive user designs
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Our technology, explained.
Movia® Engine
Our patented object management engine ingests data from disconnected systems, resolves it into persistent objects, and keeps those objects current as new information arrives.
Read articleKnowledge Graph
A knowledge graph stores meaning alongside the data. Entities become nodes, relationships become edges, and context travels with both.
Read articleLiving Intelligence
Intelligence products go stale the moment they are published. Living Intelligence is knowledge that updates itself as the operating picture changes.
Read articleAI/ML & Ontology
We pair machine learning with formal ontologies so extraction, classification, and inference are grounded in mission vocabulary.
Read articleSecurity & Trust
Our software is fielded in accredited environments, from NIPR to JWICS, and is designed for deployment constraints rather than retrofitted to them.
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