Deanna Harden is a Principal Systems Engineer at Raytheon Technologies, where she plays a pivotal role as the Flight Test Engineering (FTE) Lead for the Raytheon Multi-program Testbed (RMT) Program. With several years of experience in the Program Management industry, Deanna has honed her expertise...
Deanna Harden is a Principal Systems Engineer at Raytheon Technologies, where she plays a pivotal role as the Flight Test Engineering (FTE) Lead for the Raytheon Multi-program Testbed (RMT) Program. With several years of experience in the Program Management industry, Deanna has honed her expertise in systems development and operations, focusing on complex flight test projects that span multiple Raytheon Mission Areas, including Radar, Electronic Warfare (EW), and Multifunction Electro-Optical/Infrared (MFEOIR) systems. Her leadership is characterized by a proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, ensuring mission success while adhering to strict time and budget constraints.
Deanna's current projects involve overseeing a small yet highly skilled team dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for next-generation sensors. Her technical leadership is instrumental in navigating the challenges of geographically distributed organizations, where effective communication and collaboration are essential. She excels in Earned Value Management and has a deep understanding of embedded systems and configuration management, which allows her to maintain rigorous standards throughout the testing and development phases.
In addition to her technical acumen, Deanna is adept at proposal writing and requirements analysis, skills that are crucial for securing project funding and aligning stakeholder expectations. Her ability to quickly identify opportunities for improvement and innovation has made her a key player in the success of Raytheon's flight test initiatives. As she continues to lead her team through complex projects, Deanna remains committed to advancing the capabilities of aerospace technology, ensuring that Raytheon Technologies remains at the forefront of the industry.
