Optimizing Operational and Engineering Models with Dynamic Visualizations for Today's Warfighter
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Compendium Federal Technology, LLC
Lexington Park, MD
Optimizing Operational and Engineering Models with Dynamic Visualizations for Today's Warfighter
- Services
- 8
- Offices
- 2
- Leaders
- 5
- Founded
- 2010
Overview
Compendium Federal Technology (CFT) is a small defense engineering and technology services firm founded in 2010 and headquartered in Lexington Park, MD, near NAS Patuxent River. CFT delivers mission engineering, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), operations research, communications and network analysis, integrated logistics support (ILS), and dynamic data visualization solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense. Its workforce is composed of more than 80 percent veterans, bringing operational experience from the U.S. Navy, Air Force, and Army into defense programs. CFT supports clients including Headquarters Air Combat Command, NAVAIR, NAVWAR, and Program Acquisition Executive C3BM.
- Founded
- 2010
Services
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
Development of physics-based and data-driven models to evaluate system performance in realistic operational environments, enabling mission thread analysis, capability trade studies, and risk-informed decision-making.
Mission Engineering
Integration of systems, information exchanges, and operational context to assess mission effectiveness across complex architectures. Quantifies operational impact and identifies critical dependencies driving capability performance.
Communications and Network Analysis
Assessment of RF, SATCOM, and tactical data link performance within congested and contested spectrum environments. Identifies interoperability gaps, network vulnerabilities, and resilience improvements.
Technical Data and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)
Structured technical data management and logistics analysis supporting lifecycle sustainment and modernization. Delivers technical publications, interactive electronic manuals, and sustainment strategies aligned with DoD standards.
Operations Research and Analysis
Application of quantitative methods and scenario-based analysis to evaluate system effectiveness and resiliency, supporting modernization planning and force design tradeoffs.
Data Visualization and Decision Support
Transformation of complex technical data into intuitive dashboards and analytical tools supporting real-time insight, enabling leadership to understand performance trends, operational risk, and capability tradeoffs.
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Leadership
Herb Honaker
CEO
Troy Massey
Military Operations SME and PM
Senior Joint Data Network Officer (JDNO) and Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) with over 30 years of combined DoD and active-duty service in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force. Recognized Air and Missile Defense Command and Control (C2) Subject Matter Expert.
Mark Jones
Military Operations Lead and PM
Senior Operations and Joint Data Network Analyst with 33 years of active-duty service in the United States Navy. Commissioned through the Limited Duty Officer program. Program Manager for the Air Force Airborne Networking Roadmap.
Logan Rash
ISR and Data Analyst, PM
Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Data Analyst with 12+ years supporting Army and Air Force operations across multiple AORs. Specializes in professional dashboarding, mission engineering analysis, and translating complex operational data into decision-ready insights.
Patrick Kelley
Military Operations SME and SSO
Operations Analyst and FSO with over 25 years of experience in Naval fleet operations and Air Force operations, combat systems training, and multi-domain data link management across Joint U.S. and coalition forces.
Publications
Operationalizing Dashboards for Mission Engineering and Operational Analysis
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