Simulation & Training Systems

Pilots trust us to help them learn

Our products include manned and unmanned flight simulators that train today's pilots on the most advanced technologies in the world. We also design and manufacture trainers for Army ground vehicles, Navy shipboard systems, and military maintenance and weapons training systems.

Avionics Systems & Aircraft Modifications

J.F. Taylor designs, fabricates, and integrates military technologies that include communication, navigation, computational, and other warfighter critical systems for integration into fixed and rotary aircraft. In support of flight testing, we design, build, and install custom test and instrumentation equipment to record critical performance data. We also fabricate and install aircraft flight-worthy cables and kits, as well as performing other aircraft modifications.

Unmanned & Maritime Systems

J.F. Taylor designs, prototypes, tests, and fields complex Command, Control, Computers, Communications, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance systems within the US Navy.

Ground-Based Systems

J.F. Taylor designs, fabricates, and integrates military technologies that include communication, navigation, and other warfighter critical systems for installation into ground-based control systems, test facilities, and laboratories

John F. Taylor, Sr.

Founder & Chairman of the Board

John F. Taylor, Sr. is the founder of J.F. Taylor and continues to serve as Chairman of the Board. He established the company in 1983 following 20 years of service in the U.S. Navy, retiring as a Commander in 1981. Mr. Taylor earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Providence College in 1961. He also holds a degree in Electrical Engineering and a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School, as well as a Master of Science in the Administration of Science and Technology from George Washington University.

Wayne Taylor

President & Chief Executive Officer

Wayne Taylor was named President of J.F. Taylor in 2011. Prior to this role, he served as Vice President of Business Operations for 20 years. Wayne earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Towson University in 1986. He has been involved with the company since its founding, beginning his career part-time in 1983 while attending college. For over 30 years at J.F. Taylor, Wayne has managed all aspects of business operations, including human resources, accounting, contracts, proposals, procurement, and facilities.

Chris Wasniak

Chief Operating Officer

As Chief Operating Officer, Chris Wasniak is responsible for developing and implementing the strategic vision for J.F. Taylor, while also ensuring tactical goals and objectives are achieved throughout the organization. Chris is also responsible for creating and executing business development strategies and implementing corporate-wide initiatives to expand business in target growth areas for all products and services. Chris earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Ohio University and an MBA from University of Maryland University College. He has over 25 years of experience in the defense industry, working for large and small business contractors.

Tammy Sparks

Chief Financial Officer

As the company's Chief Financial Officer, Tammy Sparks brings over 25 years of financial management and contractual analysis experience supporting Department of Defense programs. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Maryland University College. Before joining J.F. Taylor in 2011, Tammy held key financial roles with both large and small defense contractors, where she developed a deep understanding of government contracting, compliance, and fiscal strategy. Her extensive background ensures strong financial oversight and contributes to the company's continued growth and operational excellence.

John Taylor, Jr.

Vice President, Engineering Services

As Vice President of Engineering Services, John Taylor, Jr. has been in a leadership role in engineering and program management since the company's founding in 1983. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Tech. John was the catalyst for developing our hardware engineering expertise, where he designed and developed real-time data recorders for flight testing. For the past 20 plus years, John has been in his role as Vice President, responsible for all Acquisition and Test and Evaluation Services efforts.

Matt Campbell

Vice President, Quality

As Vice President of Quality and Program Manager of Avionics Mission Systems, Matt Campbell oversees the management and delivery of advanced aircraft systems. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology and a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Tech. Since joining J.F. Taylor, Matt has supported numerous programs in flight testing and hardware design and served as a key Systems Engineer on mission systems upgrade programs for NAVAIR. With over 20 years at the company, he has led multiple programs and initiatives, contributing extensive technical and leadership expertise.

Lloyd Montgomery

Vice President, Simulation Services

As Vice President of Simulation Services, Lloyd Montgomery brings over 30 years of operations and management experience supporting simulation projects for testing and training of military systems. Lloyd earned a Bachelor of Science in Math from Denison University, as well as a Master of Science in Computer Information Systems from the Florida Institute of Technology. Lloyd began working for J.F. Taylor in 1993, has served as the Lab Operations Manager at Manned Flight Simulator facility, and currently serves as Program Manager for all Simulation Services contracts.

Greg Nelson

Vice President, Defense Solutions & Products

As Vice President of Defense Solutions and Products, Greg Nelson oversees all aspects of DSP operations, including work capture, work acceptance, project management, execution, and staffing. He also serves as Program Manager on several Simulation and Trainer projects and supports key business development initiatives. Greg earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from West Virginia University and joined J.F. Taylor in 2017 as an Electrical and Systems Engineer. With over a decade of industry experience, he brings extensive hands-on expertise in operational flight training systems, tactical vehicle integrations, maintenance training, data links, prototyping, and complex military systems.

Kyle Zick

Vice President, Tactical Readiness Solutions & Test

As Vice President of Tactical Readiness Solutions at J.F. Taylor, Kyle Zick brings over 15 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, flight simulation, and training systems. He earned a BS in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from University of Missouri, Columbia. Previously, Kyle held roles as Quality Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Production Manager and VP of Business Development. With his in-depth knowledge in these areas, he has a proven track record in the aviation, aerospace, and simulation industries, enabling him to lead his team in consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations.

Stephen Nelson

Vice President, Air Force Simulation & Test

As Vice President of Air Force Simulation and Test, Stephen Nelson brings over 15 years of experience in the aerospace and defense industry. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Game and Simulation Programming from DeVry University. Stephen has led the development and support of multiple Air Force distributed trainers, enhancing the operational readiness and effectiveness of our warfighters. Additionally, he has extensive experience supporting the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC). His leadership continues to drive software innovation in our simulation and testing programs.

Tina Shade

Vice President, Business Operations

Tina Shade is responsible for human resources, recruiting, security, IT, facilities, and administration. She also provides company-wide executive duties supporting the Office of the President. Tina has been with J.F. Taylor since 1999. Initially, she served as Recruitment Manager. Over the years, her responsibilities have grown to include leadership roles in most Business Office operations. Tina has been a crucial factor in developing the processes in our evolution from 100 employees and one facility to over 500 employees and 10 facilities.

Chris Worrell

Director, Business Development

Chris Worrell, Director of Business Development, is responsible for strategic planning and pursuing new opportunities within J.F. Taylor's defense-related businesses. With a career in business development spanning over 20 years working with both large and small businesses, Chris brings his valuable understanding of the defense market to guide our business development team. Over the course of his career, Chris has established a proven record for building relationships and exceeding sales and profitability goals, while working within high-performing teams to support organizational success.

Rob Bailey

Director, Engineering & Production

Rob Bailey, Director of Engineering and Production, manages the design, fabrication and integration of all projects executed in the Defense Solutions and Products group. He also performs Systems Engineering duties on critical trainer projects. Rob earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Maryland. He joined J.F. Taylor in 2010 as an electrical engineer supporting our Simulation Services group. His 15 years of hands-on engineering experience in design and fabrication make him well suited to lead and mentor our growing engineering and production operations.

Jenna Boothe

Director, Business Operations

Jenna was recently promoted to Director of Business Operations where she is responsible for human resources, recruiting, security, IT, facilities, and administration. She also provides company-wide executive duties supporting the Office of the President. Jenna earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Clemson University. She joined J.F. Taylor in 2016 as a Program Analyst in our Defense Solutions and Products (DSP) group. She was promoted to Production Manager in 2018, where she dramatically improved productivity within the DSP by streamlining processes without compromising our commitment to quality. Jenna's experience and proven leadership will be very valuable as we look to modernize our Business Office infrastructure over the next few years.

Marla McLane

Director, Human Resources

Marla McLane, Director of Human Resources, has had a distinguished career with J.F. Taylor, spanning over two decades. She began as a Purchasing Agent in 1996 and then transitioned to Payroll Administrator. Marla served as the HR/Payroll Manager for 15 years before being promoted to Director of HR, a role she continues to excel in. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management from the University of Maryland University College and has been a certified Professional in Human Resources since 2010. Marla's dedication and expertise have made her a key leader in the company.

Tennille Biscoe

Director, Contracts & Procurement

Tennille Biscoe, Director of Contracts, holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Maryland University College. After a decade in banking, she joined J.F. Taylor in 2007 as a Payroll Administrator before advancing to Contracts and Procurement Manager. Over her tenure, she gained extensive expertise in contract administration. Promoted to Director of Contracts and Procurement in 2019, Tennille now manages all aspects of contract administration, including subcontracting, cost tracking, invoicing, and cost proposals. She also oversees the Company's purchasing system, ensuring efficient, compliant operations across all contractual and procurement activities.

NEWS: J.F. Taylor Acquires CCAT

JF Taylor, Inc Expands Solutions Offering with Acquisition of Specialized USAF Contractor Clear Creek Applied Technologies

Great Mills, MD – [April 1, 2024] – JF Taylor announced today the acquisition of Clear Creek Applied Technologies (CCAT), a software solutions company with offices in Dayton, OH and Ft. Walton Beach, FL. CCAT specializes in mission-critical simulation and training solutions development as well as test and evaluation. This strategic alignment strengthens JF Taylor’s position as a leading provider of cutting-edge training systems and defense solutions to the Department of Defense (DoD) and its international partners. "We are excited to welcome CCAT and its talented team to the JF Taylor family," said Wayne Taylor, President. "CCAT 's proven expertise in developing and delivering high-quality and proven mission and training solutions aligns perfectly with our mission to provide our customers with the most advanced and comprehensive support capabilities. This acquisition broadens our portfolio and positions us to better serve the evolving needs of our customers in the digital age."

CCAT brings over 18 years of experience in the defense industry, specializing in the development and deployment of mission-critical software applications and T&E services for various US Navy, Air Force, and foreign partner programs. The company's team of highly skilled engineers, developers, and analysts boasts a deep understanding of its customers’ unique requirements and security protocols, ensuring the delivery of secure, reliable, and interoperable software solutions alongside mission critical test and evaluation services.

"Joining forces with JF Taylor presents an incredible opportunity to leverage our combined expertise and resources to make an even greater impact on the DoD's mission success," said Walt March, President/CEO at CCAT. "We are confident that this partnership will enable us to deliver even more innovative and effective solutions to our customers while expanding our reach and capabilities."

The acquisition of CCAT underscores JF Taylor’s commitment to providing its customers with a comprehensive suite of training and mission support solutions. By integrating CCAT's development capabilities with its existing expertise in highly complex military systems, JF Taylor will be able to offer a wider range of solutions that address the full spectrum of the warfighter’s training and operational needs.

About JF Taylor

JF Taylor is a prominent DoD solutions provider, specializing in the development and delivery of advanced mission and training systems and solutions. With over 40 years of experience as a design, engineering, and manufacturing company, JF Taylor delivers quality products and services to keep our military strong and our warfighters safe. Headquartered in Great Mills, Maryland, JF Taylor is dedicated to supporting the critical needs of US military personnel and its foreign partners. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, JF Taylor strives to remain at the forefront of the technology landscape, ensuring its customers have access to the most effective and efficient solutions available.

About Clear Creek Applied Technologies

CCAT is a specialized USAF software solutions company headquartered in Dayton, Ohio. With over 18 years of experience, CCAT specializes in the development and deployment of mission-critical software applications, while also supporting test and evaluation requirements for various USAF programs. The company's team of skilled engineers and developers is dedicated to delivering secure, reliable, and interoperable solutions and services that meet the DoD's most demanding requirements.

Media Contact: Chris Wasniak | cwasniak@jfti.com