BENJAMIN R. OWENS
Williamsport
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
UI/UX Engineer Specialist
Discovery Machine, Inc.
04.2025 - Current
- Coded using Dart and Flutter to develop features for desktop applications.
- Created UI Mockups using Figma to establish user experience and customer vision.
- Translated UX and business requirements into elegant code solutions.
- Designed and developed RESTful web services to manipulate dynamic datasets.
Software Engineer
Discovery Machine, Inc
04.2023 - 04.2025
- Developed simulation software using Unity, creating realistic character behavior for use in military training scenarios.
- Designed and developed AI virtual advisors using Java to provide training within simulated exercises.
- Implemented test driven development processes to increase unit test coverage across multiple projects.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Junior Software Engineer
Discovery Machine, Inc
11.2021 - 04.2023
Programmer
Systems Service Enterprises
05.2018 - 02.2021
- Developed virtual training software using Unity and C++ to simulate military aircraft maintenance procedures.
- Implemented simulated electrical system modeled after F-15 wiring and circuitry.
- Designed responsive electrical schematic using Unity UI, displaying power distribution throughout aircraft in real-time.
- Developed scripts and behavior of 3D simulated aircraft components, allowing students to perform maintenance actions within the simulation.
- Implemented “Dropspot Highlighting” feature allowing students to toggle 3D UI elements that show where support equipment can be placed within the simulation.
- Reduced software and art defects while overseeing testing and merging processes across multiple projects.
Education
C++ Certified Associate Programmer -
C++ Institute
12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Game Development
Full Sail University
03.2017
Skills
- Proficient in Java, Dart, C#, C, and SQL
- Software Tools: Unity, Flutter, Git, Jenkins CI/CD, Gerrit, JUnit, Jira
- Related Knowledge: Object-Oriented Programming, Software Design, Cognitive AI, Gameplay, UI
Websites
Timeline
UI/UX Engineer Specialist
Discovery Machine, Inc.
04.2025 - Current
Software Engineer
Discovery Machine, Inc
04.2023 - 04.2025
Junior Software Engineer
Discovery Machine, Inc
11.2021 - 04.2023
Programmer
Systems Service Enterprises
05.2018 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Game Development
Full Sail University
C++ Certified Associate Programmer -
C++ Institute
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