Aaron Prather — Director of Engineering
As the Director of Robotics and Autonomous Systems Program at ASTM International, I have years of experience in leading and supporting the growth and expansion of the robotics industry through standardization, workforce development, and research efforts. I have a strong background in R&D management, team building, and operations management, as well as a master's degree in business administration and a bachelor's degree in geographic information science. In my current role, I work with researchers, manufacturers, integrators, and end users to develop support structures that speed up deployments regardless of industry. I also assist the F45 Committee on Robotics, Automation, and Autonomous Systems, which is responsible for creating and maintaining standards and best practices for the robotics sector. My mission is to help the robotics community achieve greater efficiency, safety, quality, and innovation through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
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Location: Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Experience: 30 yrs 3 mos
Skills
- Leadership
- R&d Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- It Management
- Reporting
Career Highlights
- Expert in robotics standardization and workforce development.
- Proven track record in R&D management and operational efficiency.
- Strong leadership in cross-industry collaboration.
Work Experience
ASTM International
Director, Robotics & Autonomous Systems Program (3 yrs 8 mos)
FedEx Express
Senior Technical Advisor (5 yrs 7 mos)
Business Advisor (1 yr 11 mos)
Project Engineer (13 yrs 4 mos)
Senior Information Technology Specialist (2 yrs 2 mos)
Information Agent (2 yrs 5 mos)
Materials Handler (1 yr 2 mos)
Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) at Christian Brothers University
Bachelor's degree at University of Memphis