Our People

Having previously worked in bench-level research for 5 years, Wayne’s current role at DDL OMNI helps him gain the perspective he needs in emerging technology analysis and development to hone his understanding of the intersection of business and government. 

Wayne came to DDL OMNI from the National Institute of Standards and Technology where he was a mechanical engineer conducting research on explosives detection. He now serves as program manager for our Department of Homeland Security operational field assessment team working with the First Responder Technologies program.  He also leads textual data mining and technology assessments for the Navy and other clients.

Wayne is excited about the challenge of building DDL OMNI’s textual data mining and analysis program. "Having a bench-level science background was instrumental in helping me get a better understanding how best to assist our government customers in a service-based industry.  I’ve also had the opportunity to work across divisions on projects with our Information Technology Division to leverage the best of DDL OMNI for our customers and help the company grow," he said. 

At DDL OMNI, Wayne enjoys the freedom to be entrepreneurial. " This ability to innovate, suggest new approaches to solving problems, and work together is what drives both my success and the success of DDL OMNI," he said.

"The most important part of a company is its people.  I’ve been able to form lasting relationships with people at all levels of the company and find that no matter what question I have, I can always approach someone for an answer.  Whether it’s at the corporate or intern level, we have a culture of kindness and competence, which is refreshing."

Paul understands first-hand the needs of the U.S. Navy.  A 30-year Navy veteran and survivor of the attack on the USS Cole, Paul uses his insight and experience to help strengthen tactical capabilities for Sailors worldwide. 

"On Oct. 12, 2000, [Paul] was relaxing in the chiefs' mess of the USS Cole. Suddenly, a deafening explosion rocked the ship, filling the mess with choking black smoke. Dazed, [Paul] and several comrades escaped to the nearby galley, which bore the brunt of the blast. Death and destruction were everywhere. Trapped, the group made its way to the false bulkhead in the CPO mess, banging on it and shouting for help until they were rescued...
That brush with death infused [Paul] with a renewed appreciation for life—a zeal that helped him make a successful transition from military to civilian employment " Excerpt, Senior Enlisted Profile,
G.I. Jobs, October 2007

After retiring from the Navy in 2007, Paul joined DDL OMNI's Virginia Beach office as a Support Analyst. He provides Automated Readiness Measurement System (ARMS) configuration item (CI) design support for the Under-Sea Warfare Decision Support System (USW-DSS), a project that helps the Navy assess the readiness of assets to respond to national crises. He also works as a USW-DSS trainer and assists in the development of curriculum, concept of employment, tactical memorandum, and JCIDs documents associated with that system.

Throughout his Navy career, Paul served on the USS Dale, USS John Rogers, USS Lake Champlain, and USS Cole as well as in San Diego and Norfolk. Building on his former military experience, "I've been able to expand into areas [at DDL OMNI] that suit my interest.  This has allowed me to work in an environment I enjoy, while contributing to new and innovative ideas for U.S. Navy problems.  Additionally, training and evaluation of ASW at sea has given me the opportunity to travel to various parts of the country and world," Paul said.

"The company [DDL OMNI] immediately appealed to me," [Paul] says. "It’s small, responsive, the kind of people you can do business over a handshake with." Excerpt, Senior Enlisted Profile,
G.I. Jobs, October 2007

What drives his success at DDL OMNI is the opportunity to improve tactics and tools for the Navy, and having the freedom to explore new opportunities. "I'm learning new skills, working with great people, and helping the U.S. Navy.  What I like the most is working with other excellent Navy retirees. We have a lot of fun working together, providing Sailors with new tools and capabilities," he said.