Paul DeLuca

Biography

Paul DeLuca, a Senior Engineer at RAND, focuses on technology issues in his research for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, SOCOM, U.S. Air Force, and Australian DoD. His recent research includes a series of Analysis of Alternatives for the Special Operations community and the U.S. Coast Guard. Other relevant study topics include an analysis of methods to sustain nuclear submarine design skills in the United States, implementing open architecture systems within the AEGIS combat system, and exploring options for improved air-naval cooperation.

Prior to joining RAND, DeLuca worked as the Director of Engineering for Kopin Corp's optical device group. He has experience in crystal growth of nanometer scale electronic materials and holds several patents related to GaAs and GaN devices. As a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, DeLuca served five years in the submarine community.

DeLuca holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Northwestern University.