Jake Braegelmann currently serves as the Vice President of Business Development at New Wave Design and Verification (New Wave), where his blend of technical depth and customer-focused strategy has been instrumental in delivering innovative solutions to complex system challenges. At the heart of the company’s mission, New Wave provides high-performance heterogeneous processing modules supporting high-bandwidth, ultra-low latency interfaces in rugged environments. Jake has been with the company since its inception in 2013 and has played a pivotal role in its growth, drawing on his extensive industry experience including as an engineer within Lockheed Martin's tactical airborne processor group. Holding a master’s degree in computer engineering with a specialization in embedded design, Jake's 18-year career is marked by his commitment to advancing aerospace and defense technology, guided by a deep understanding of customer needs and industry demands.