Dr. Michael C. Wicks, a member of the scientific and professional cadre of senior executives, is the Senior Scientist for Sensor Signal Processing, Sensors Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory, Rome, N.Y. He specializes in the science and technology needed for superior U.S. air and space systems for reconnaissance, surveillance, precision engagement and electronic warfare. Dr. Wicks’ work involves developing and exploring concepts in signal processing algorithms for detection, discrimination, track processing, identification and the control of distributed sensor systems. He is scientific and technical adviser specializing in radio frequency sensors, radar systems concepts and signal processing research as it applies to advanced ground, air and space systems.

EDUCATION
1979 Associate of science degree in engineering science, Mohawk Valley Community College, Utica, N.Y.
1981 Bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, N.Y.
1985 Master of science degree in electrical engineering, Syracuse University, N.Y.
1995 Doctor of philosophy in electrical engineering, Syracuse University, N.Y.
2000 Master of arts degree in public administration, Syracuse University, N.Y.

CAREER CHRONOLOGY
1981 – 2002, Electronic Engineer and Program Manager, Sensors Directorate, Rome Research Site, Air Force Research Laboratory, Rome, N.Y.
2002 – present, Senior Scientist, Sensors Directorate, Rome Research Site, AFRL, Rome, N.Y.

AWARDS AND HONORS
Fellow, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers for “Contributions to Adaptive Airborne Signal Processing”
Co-recipient of the Brian Hendrickson Memorial Award, Sensors Directorate, AFRL
Engineer of the Year, Mohawk Valley Engineers Executive Council
1998 Best Patent of the Year Award, Sensors Directorate, AFRL
1998 Fred Nathanson Memorial Award for the Young Engineer of the Year, IEEE
1999 Fellow, AFRL
2001 Alumni of the Year, Mohawk Valley Community College

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND ASSOCIATIONS
IEEE
IET Radar, Sonar & Navigation
Association of Old Crows