A well-rounded team

As AED’s Chief “Engineering” Officer, Bryan looks beyond the engineering of a product to make sure AED serves the best interests of the client and end user. His ability to see the big picture allows him to make solid engineering decisions and elegant designs. He’s streamlined AED into a flexible, tight company without corporate baggage and red tape. Working side by side with his creative staff eliminates the layers of management, giving his clients desirable timelines and excellent results.

Bryan had to choose between music and engineering early in his career. Funny enough, he eventually got his name up in the lights of Broadway as an engineer! You may hear Bryan playing the sax in big bands around Bozeman, find him enjoying his family, or in his home workshop. His house is probably the only house in the valley with a dedicated Lego room.

Ideas are pretty cool the way they just show up in your head out of nowhere. It’s the next step of taking concepts through design and implementation that Mark really enjoys. He likes having a creative team of people around him that continues to open his eyes to new possibilities… even when it comes with some pretty serious goofing around. Mark will tell you that you have to have a pretty good sense of humor to work here… and he wouldn’t have it any other way.

When you run into Mark outside of work, that’s pretty much where you’ll find him… outside. He enjoys biking or hiking the trails, skiing and generally having a blast with his family.

A puzzle solver, Jason realizes that every project has more than one solution, and he relishes considering cost, performance, and development effort to find the best one for the customer. He enjoys working at AED because of the company’s inherent strength in talent, experience, and determination.

If he’s not traveling on his spare time, you’ll find Jason somewhere outdoors recreating in the glory of southwest Montana, or, you guessed it, building Lego robots.

Alex sees the big picture – he knows that solving a tough technical challenge to create a solution is only half the battle. He tunes into the client’s needs around manufacturing, testing, shipping, certification… how the solution performs through the entire process. Alex works on hi-tech projects next to hi-tech individuals filled with passion about what they’re doing… and loves when they share some of the best tech/sci-fi jokes he’s ever heard.

Alex doesn’t leave his curious, inventive passion at work. As a self-appointed “car guy,” he loves everything from old Model A’s to the latest Tesla designs… and puts his passion to work by converting cars into electric vehicles. One of his favorite projects is his “VoltWagon,” a classic VW beetle that he converted and uses to test out his theories on new battery management and drivetrain options.

It wouldn’t surprise us if Dave’s interest in human-computer interaction eventually leads him to create technology that serve people in ways we’ve yet to imagine. As a software engineer, photographer, writer and designer, he has all the disciplines needed to do it. As a team-builder, he really enjoys the close-knit AED community and the team’s partnership with our clients. When you get to work creatively with clients on super-diverse projects… life is good.

Dave and his wife and kids make the most out of all that Montana has to offer. They love to pack up for road trips to explore the state and camp along the way, as long as the weather holds. When the snow flies, his competitive side surfaces in the form of sim-racing – being that road racetracks are few and far between. And like most engineers… when the going gets cold, Dave likes to hunker down to learn new programming languages and code. Go figure.

Jason finally found a place to work where his co-workers have the same relentless work ethic that he grew up with. He feels privileged to work on unique projects that allow him to step back and see actual results, instead of just seeing a tiny piece of the big picture.

When he’s not creating solid engineering, Jason cooks foods from around the world, dances everything from the Two Step to the Viennese Waltz, and pedals, snowboards, and runs around the Bozeman area. And of course… he builds robots with Legos!

You gotta problem? Just ask Chip. He loves to determine the most appropriate answer to any problem thrown his way. Chip enjoys the staff interaction that comes with helping each other see different perspectives in order to come up with a solution. He feels lucky to work with a special group of engineers that have similar interests in and out of work.

If you see some nut dodging icebergs in a blizzard on the river, that would be Chip. He ties flies, hikes, camps, and in a pinch, builds Lego robots.

As AED’s Design Manager, Logan approaches each project with a commitment to crafting designs that are both impactful and meaningful. Guided by a philosophy that prioritizes the end user and helps clients navigate an efficient design process, Logan finds purpose in seeing clients succeed—a motivator that drives him to refine his skills and continuously elevate his work.

For Logan, working at AED is a blend of fun and growth. The dynamic and challenging projects allow him to push past his limits, learn new techniques, and develop as a designer, keeping every day as exciting as it is fulfilling.

Outside of AED, Logan channels his passion for learning into a variety of hobbies, including fly fishing, golf, and blacksmithing. Always eager to master something new, Logan finds inspiration both in his creative pursuits and in the world around him.

As an Engineering Manager, Rob thrives in an environment that values both the practical and the creative aspects of engineering. He believes that “Practical Creativity” is the key to unlocking innovative product designs that meet and exceed project requirements, and he’s committed to making sure every solution is efficient and dependable. Rob is continually inspired by his talented teammates at AED. Working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry brings a unique energy and camaraderie to his daily routine, making each project a chance to both innovate and collaborate.

When he’s not at work, Rob can often be found on the ice, coaching hockey—a passion he’s pursued year-round since 2008. Whether on the rink or in the office, he brings the same dedication and enthusiasm to every challenge.

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Blake brings his commitment to pushing boundaries and dedication to innovative design to AED. With a strong focus on engineering, he thrives in AED’s collaborative environment, tackling unique challenges and exploring creative solutions alongside a passionate team. Blake’s philosophy of constantly challenging himself—both mentally and physically—aligns perfectly with AED’s drive to set new industry standards.

Outside AED, Blake’s competitive spirit shines through in fitness competitions. He enjoys unwinding on the golf course in summer and snowboarding in winter, always seeking new challenges both on and off the job.

Drew shares his previous experience as an electrical engineer and his passion for embedded systems with the team at AED. He loves challenges and thrills at finding creative solutions to unique problems, and he especially enjoys bringing hardware and software to work together. Drew finds AED a perfect fit for his experience and interests because he gets to contribute to a team that overcomes challenges he never thought would be possible. He appreciates working with and being inspired by others who are also excited about electronics and learning as a team.

Drew received his bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering from Montana State University and has worked on a variety of projects over the years, including CAD design, manufacturing, and developing and testing hardware. He excels at jobs that require judgment, evaluation, and adaptation to devise innovative approaches to problems.

Because Drew finds solace in discovering solutions, he doesn’t leave his love of engineering at the office door. In his free time, he is working on miscellaneous engineering projects at home. He also spends time outdoors hiking with his wife and dogs, and when the winter weather comes, you can often find him playing board games with friends.

If Collin is being challenged, he’s happy… and he loves challenges when tasked to figure out how to use electronic circuits as a means to solve problems. We kind of think he would do this work for free because he loves taking on and solving a tough project so much. He also really appreciates that everyone else around AED sees their jobs as fun. That’s why Collin will tell you it’s a pretty cool place to work.

When he isn’t solving problems for us, Collin, like most engineers, fixes things like cars and computers. Go figure. When he’s not hunched over his workbench, you’ll see him out hiking the local trails or looking for cool places to drive.

It’s no surprise that Brad’s attention to detail and desire to achieve excellence led him to be an AED problem solver. When he sees a hurdle, it’s less about getting over it and more about the “fun of the solve.” Because the work is so multi-disciplinary, his enthusiasm never wanes. He thrives on discovering new ways to utilize all of his skills… and developing new skills if the challenge demands it.

Brad’s loving Bozeman (who wouldn’t) and spends his time away from engineering by relaxing with a pretty cool scientific pursuit. He loves fungal identification and all the challenges that come with photographing samples in the woods, inspecting spores under the microscope, and then publishing his findings. Next on his to-do list: Genome sequencing. Here’s a guy who really knows how to relax.

Laura is all about handling the finances so the engineers can design, create and build without having to give money matters a second thought. Because she sees accounting as a puzzle to be solved, math challenges that might intimidate a lot of us, are simply pieces that need to be put in their right place. It’s all about the attitude… and a great skillset.

At AED, she’s super excited to join in the many lego opportunities found pretty much all over the office. And on her own time, she likes reading and home design. Laura looks forward to a future full of travel – including heading to warm winter getaways for a break.

As an IT specialist, Matt keeps the backbone of AED running by ensuring that the IT network is providing reliable service to all users with little interruption. He believes that every challenge has more than one solution and excels at seeing problems and what they entitle from different angles. Matt appreciates being able to share his experience and education in computer science and cyber security while also using his creative critical thinking skills to find solutions to any issues. Matt believes a team of like-minded and hardworking people who enjoy combining their passions for technology with a fun work environment allows for better ideas and implementations, and that is what he has found at AED.

In his free time, Matt enjoys being outdoors. In the summer months, he spends most weekends floating and flyfishing on one of the local rivers or hiking to remote alpine lakes to search for high alpine fish and escape the crowds. In the winter months, Matt enjoys skiing and discovering new places by exploring the backcountry. When Matt decides to take his hobbies inside, he may be building his professional skills by competing in an occasional hackathon.

Layne believes in always putting her best foot forward, especially while working alongside inspiring co-workers who are hard working and have creative minds. Layne has found her place at AED, where each day brings a different challenge in a work environment that offers new problems to be solved and connections to be made.

A Montana native, Layne loves participating in all the outdoor activities the Montana playground has to offer, especially rafting, camping, and skiing.

Tina lives by the maxim, “If you’re going to do anything, do it right”. When you work in manufacturing and testing, errors result in wasted time… and she’s not having any of that. If you looked up, “Hard work pays off,” in the dictionary, you may just see a photo of Tina.

She sees herself as a full-time learner, and finds all new information as good info. Tina’s love for learning isn’t only reserved for work. Whether it’s learning more about playing the ukulele, guitar, cello, and viola, or investigating how to be an even more effective mom, Tina’s a sponge, soaking up new knowledge wherever she goes. If she’s not at work or practicing an instrument, … you’ll probably find her enjoying the outdoors with her daughter.

Shane sees both the big picture and the details. His holistic approach leverages all the facets of his life experience into every new project that comes his way. And the only thing that’s just as exciting as wrapping up a project is the next new challenge that awaits… and the comfort knowing that the AED team is always there for him.

When Shane’s not grounded in his work at AED, you may find him flying high off the ground. New to Big Sky country, he’s decided to get to know the Big Sky literally as he works on his pilot’s license… and unlike most of us, he’s thrilled to jump out of a perfectly good airplane just for the fun of it.

Ellie is proof that a dietetics major can survive (and thrive!) in an engineering environment. As an intern at AED, Ellie is quickly learning how to assert her creativity in all aspects of her job – from research to organizational tasks and project management. No day is the same, and that’s just how she likes it. Ellie has quickly adapted and enjoys the laid-back yet educationally stimulating role.

With a passion for food and traveling the world, Ellie hopes that one day she can combine these two loves with a global cooking tour.