Tyler Allen
@tylerallen1
I build and govern enterprise AI, ERP, MES, and manufacturing systems that hold up in production.
What I'm looking for
I've delivered enterprise AI, automation, ERP, MES, and manufacturing solutions for Leidos, NASA, Red Hat, Caterpillar, Polaris, Diversey, and DD Dannar. My work has eliminated 350,000+ labor hours, supported 32 manufacturing sites, and delivered 11 enterprise solutions, five of which were commercialized.
At Leidos, I led systems and AI governance spanning usage, quality, auditability, and safety, while leading technical engineering for LinkForge, a defensible AI platform built with Red Hat for government-safe research. I also led organization-wide deployment and enablement for Claude.ai, Claude Code, Claude Cowork, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Azure, AWS, ServiceNow, Power Platform, and enterprise applications built in C#, .NET, and Python.
My manufacturing perspective started on the assembly floor at Caterpillar, then expanded through process planning, Lean engineering, ERP implementation, MES architecture, and operations leadership. I increased production by 300%+ across 20 assembly cells, delivered a Microsoft Dynamics ERP implementation on time and on budget, and built custom MES capabilities integrated with enterprise planning systems.
I've also co-founded an HR technology startup through a successful exit and led software teams from architecture through delivery. I translate operational reality into scalable systems that are practical for users, defensible for leadership, and ready for production.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Led enterprise AI governance and deployment of commercial AI platforms, managed 10+ concurrent AI and automation products, and developed enterprise applications in C#, .NET, and Python. Architected cloud-native solutions on Azure and AWS, supported manufacturing across 32 sites, and led development of a NASA communications tool.
Led enterprise system deployment for ERP and MES platforms, directed custom MES development, and governed manufacturing master data. Built Prism for the Manufacturing Center of Excellence, designed Power BI reports, and developed enterprise systems training.
Co-Founder & Senior Software Development Manager
Secchi
Jan 2022 - Mar 2023 (1 year 2 months)
Co-founded an HR-technology startup, owning technical architecture and application development direction from concept through a successful exit. Directed software development teams using Agile methodologies and modern development workflows.
Manufacturing Systems Program Manager
DD Dannar
Jun 2019 - May 2020 (11 months)
Led the strategic, end-to-end implementation of Microsoft Dynamics ERP, architecting a system tailored to manufacturing needs. Translated business requirements into effective ERP solutions, led a team through adoption, and managed budget and timelines.
Spearheaded line-balancing initiatives, leading a team of industrial engineers to optimize processes and reduce cycle times. Conducted time-and-motion studies, defined KPIs, and reported outcomes to management.
Manufacturing Project Manager
Diversey
Jan 2016 - Jan 2018 (2 years)
Managed manufacturing improvement and systems projects in a chemical production environment, coordinating cross-functional teams through scope, schedule, and delivery.
Assembly Planning Engineer / Process Planner
Caterpillar Inc.
Jan 2013 - Jan 2016 (3 years)
Owned assembly process planning for machine build lines, authoring process plans and standard work. Drove a 300%+ production increase across 20 assembly cells through line balancing and station content optimization.
Assembly Technician — Large Mining Trucks
Caterpillar Inc.
Jan 2012 - Jan 2013 (1 year)
Assembled major systems on large off-highway mining trucks, building to engineering drawings and standard work. Performed in-process quality verification and defect resolution, maintaining safety and quality standards.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Eastern Illinois University
Operations Management
2009 - 2013
Completed coursework in Operations Management.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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