Inside the Secret World of Tank Design with Chris Cardine

In this episode of JAKTALK, host Jeff Kinsberg continues his conversation with Chris Cardeen, a career Army Officer and former Chief Scientist at General Dynamics Land Systems. Chris shares firsthand, never-told stories about the development of the Abrams tank, the importance of negotiation in military projects, and the challenges of balancing transportability and protection in the Bradley fighting vehicle.

Chris recounts his experiences convincing high-ranking officers about technological advancements, negotiating critical requirements, and handling the complexities of production in defense projects – lessons we can all learn from in our leadership roles.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into the impact of mission-focused decisions on career paths, the importance of good sergeants in training, and practical advice for young engineers aspiring to work in defense technology.

This episode is a must-see for anyone interested in military and defense topics! Don’t forget to like and subscribe to JAKTOOL’s JAKTALK for weekly episodes spotlighting experts in defense engineering.