Doug Austin serves as Senior Director of Engineering for Spectra Defense Technologies, where he leads engineering strategy and execution across mission-critical defense programs. With a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence and cross-functional collaboration, Doug is committed to delivering high-performance solutions that enhance both customer outcomes and internal efficiency.
Doug brings extensive experience in product development, program management and strategic planning, with deep technical expertise spanning engineering program leadership, battery chemistries, regulatory compliance and DO-254/DO-178 certification standards. He has led complex New Product Development (NPD) and New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts and leverages modern project management tools — including Jira and Smartheet — to drive visibility accountability, and execution discipline across engineering teams.
Doug holds patents in power converter topology and cable arrangement for energy storage systems, underscoring his hands-on engineering background and commitment to innovation. He is passionate about developing talent, fostering collaboration across disciplines and translating advanced engineering capabilities into reliable, mission-ready solutions for defense customers.
Doug holds a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Syracuse University.