Location: Sandy, Oregon, United States
LinkedIn: [susanronning](https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanronning)
Contact Email: s.ronning@adcomm911.com / susanebe@gmail.com
Phone: 971-718-7574
Professional Role and Responsibilities
Susan Ronning serves as the Owner, Principal Engineer, and Principal Consultant at ADCOMM Engineering LLC, a company recognized as an industry leader in public safety and critical communications with over 40 years of collective experience. She brings a uniquely qualified and multi-faceted technical background, leveraging over 25 years of specialized experience in systems engineering and project implementation predominantly within the land mobile radio and critical communications sectors.
Expertise and Certifications
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) - Electrical - Registered in multiple states with legal certification status
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP) – Certification issued by INCOSE (International Council on Systems Engineering) in July 2022.
- Amateur Radio Operator
- 4 years of military service contributing to her leadership and operational depth in communications systems.
Susan has a strong focus on systems engineering best practices especially relating to wireless communication systems and public safety networks. She actively participates with INCOSE, chairing INCOSE’s Information Communications and Technology (ICT) Working Group and acting as Events Planning Committee Chair for the INCOSE International Workshop, underscoring her influence and leadership within the systems engineering community.
Professional Experience and Achievements
- Founder and driving force behind ADCOMM Engineering LLC, which has expanded from a single-person operation to a recognized entity with a robust all-woman leadership team.
- Proven track record exceeding 20 years of helping technical projects succeed on time, to scope, and on budget through robust systems engineering and quality management from design through deployment.
- Strong expertise in frequency planning and FCC licensing, with documented involvement in regional projects such as VHF paging and land mobile radio upgrades (e.g., Snohomish County 911).
- ADCOMM Engineering is noted for its work with major clients including the Port of Portland’s PDX airport, contributing to highly visible public safety communication infrastructure projects.
Speaking Engagements and Industry Contributions
- Regular speaker and advisor at prominent industry events such as the International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE).
- Presenter on topics including “Why Certification is Necessary” at the NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) Technical Support Seminar Initiative.
- Frequent contributor and participant in IEEE Public Safety Technology Roundtables and UTC (Utilities Technology Council) regional meetings.
- Recognized collaborator with professional groups supporting mission-critical operational technology cybersecurity and industrial system reliability.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from San Diego State University – California State University.
- Additional advanced studies noted include MSEE from Polytechnic University and MBA in Business Management (from auxiliary sources, though primary confirmation is San Diego State University).
Technical and Industry Focus
- Specialists in public safety communications, mission-critical communications systems, land mobile radio, and critical communication networks engineering and project management.
- Expertise in integrating systems engineering with regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and project scope adherence.
- Active in digital transformation initiatives, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), and digital engineering standards within public safety and wireless communication domains.
Summary
Susan Ronning is a seasoned, credentialed professional engineer and project manager with deep expertise in critical communications systems engineering and a strong leadership role at ADCOMM Engineering LLC. Her extensive military, technical, and project leadership experience combined with industry certifications positions her as a key authority in systems engineering for public safety and wireless communications. Her active engagement and leadership within INCOSE and other industry bodies reflect a commitment to advancing standards and best practices, highly relevant for complex communication infrastructure programs requiring rigorous systems engineering discipline. ADCOMM Engineering’s track record on significant infrastructure projects, including airport communications and municipal safety systems, further supports their established reputation under her leadership.
