The Hatchbed Team
- Has over 70 years of combined experience in autonomous vehicle technology and robotics R&D
- Has proven abilities to solve the most challenging problems in the industry
- Has developed and invented unique technologies for autonomous vehicles and robotics
- Has extensive experience with automating real vehicles (e.g., passenger vehicles, Class 8 trucks, low-speed electric vehicles)
- Has developed full stack autonomy software for both on-road and off-road applications
Kris Kozak
B.S., M.S., Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Tech
14 Years of experience in Autonomous Vehicle R&D; 22 total years of experience in Robotics
Multi-disciplinary background and expertise with a focus on software development
Has successfully led numerous autonomous vehicle projects for commercial companies in the US, Europe and Japan
Marc Alban
B.S. Computer Science, Purdue
M.S. Computer Science, University of Texas
14 Years of experience developing customized software for robotics and autonomous vehicle applications; 21 total years in Computer Science
A hands-on, results-oriented, team player with the proven ability to exceed customer expectations
Richard D. Garcia
B.S. Computer Science, Texas Tech University
M.S., Ph.D. Computer Science, University of South Florida
20 Years of experience developing customized unmanned and autonomous system solutions including unmanned operations in harsh enviornments and multi-vehicle cooperation
FAA Part 107 Certified Remote (UAV/Drone) Pilot
Phillip J. Reed
B.S. Computer Science, Texas Tech University
18 Years of experience developing software in multiple industries; 7 years experience with autonomous vehicles
Has developed several enterprise-class software projects with a focus on DevOps, networking, and user interface design
Alex Youngs
B.S. Computer Engineering, NC State
B.S., M.S. Electrical Engineering, NC State
8 years of experience developing software and testing and designing hardware in the robotics industry.
Hands on experience developing software, designing hardware, and sourcing components for several deployed autonomous vehicle platforms.
Industry Classifications
Business Classification: Small Business
Cage Code: 8EGF0
DUNS Number: 117150209
Primary NAICS Code: 541715
Secondary NAICS Codes: 541330, 541511, 541512, 541519, 541690, 541990
