Senior Software Engineer · Autonomous Systems · Aerospace Aspirant
Hayden Maclean
Building software for the places humans can't go. Specialized in autonomous systems that operate in extreme environments — from ocean floor mapping to the deep sea. Aspiring to bring that same rigor to aerospace.
Led integration of an ocean-survey software suite with a marine autonomy system, enabling end-to-end unmanned survey missions without human intervention.
Designed and implemented system interfaces, coordinated across cross-functional engineering teams, and solved complex technical challenges for reliable autonomous operation.
C++CQtAutonomyMarine Systems
KVH Industries
2016 — 2021
Software Engineer → Systems Engineer → Network Analyst
Developed a multi-media streaming service as part of a SCRUM team.
Hardened a secure media processor and software updater using PGP for encryption and file authenticity verification.
Served as escalation point for high-priority network issues across a global satellite network.
Built a service to orchestrate remote software upgrades of VSAT terminals.
Developed traffic shaping software and a network monitoring tool for accurate customer billing.
GolangPythonBashReactPGPVSATSatellite Networking
Thermal Solution Resources
2015
Engineering Intern
Developed firmware for WiFi-enabled LED lighting systems.
CEmbedded FirmwareWiFi
02 Skills
Technical Toolkit
Languages
C++
C
Golang
Python
Bash
C# / .NET
Platforms
Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS)
Windows
Android
iOS
DevOps & Tools
Docker
Kubernetes
Helm
Jenkins
Git
Unity
Practices
Test-Driven Development
Continuous Integration
SCRUM / Agile
TLS / SSL
TCP/IP Networking
Domain Expertise
Autonomous Systems
Embedded Firmware
Satellite Networking
Secure Software
Traffic Shaping
Frameworks & UI
Qt
React
03 Education
Academic Background
B.S. Computer Science
University of Rhode Island, Kingston RI
2012 — 2016
Communication Systems Engineering Certificate
University of California, Irvine — Online
2018
04 Projects & Accomplishments
Beyond the Day Job
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High-Performance Electric Motorcycle
Designed and built a high-performance electric motorcycle from the ground up — a full-stack hardware project spanning electrical engineering, mechanical design, and embedded control systems.
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Eagle Scout
Achieved the rank of Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America — demonstrating leadership, long-term commitment, and community service.