Michael MacFadden

Chief Technology Officer at Sigma Defense Systems LLC

Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States

About Michael MacFadden

Michael MacFadden is Chief Technology Officer at Sigma Defense Systems LLC. Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States.

An entrepreneur and technology-focused Executive with over 20 years of experience including business management, product development, operations, business development, strategy, and engineering. Currently serving as the CTO of Sigma Defense Systems., a premier engineering research and development firm focused on information technology, cyber security, cloud architectures, continuous delivery, and C4ISR systems. Prior to Sigma, was a software product manager at Tomax (now Demandware) focused on the development of performance management, business intelligence, and data analytics platforms for tier 1 retailers. Also served as a lead software engineer at Red Oak Software, developing a cutting-edge web integration platform. Dedicated volunteer associated with multiple organizations focused on building high-tech startup communities, mentoring early stage companies, and facilitating regional high-tech growth. Specialties: General management, product development, business operations, strategy, software engineering, startups, community building

Skills

  • Commercial Piloting
  • Aviation
  • Flight Training

Additional experience

  • Instructor Pilot

    Civil Air Patrol

    Started September 2024

Education

  • Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Dakota State University
  • Master of Science - MS, San Diego State University