Veteran-Led Engineering Culture

Mission focus. Adaptability. Teamwork under pressure. These aren't just strengths at Beast Code — they're the DNA of our engineering culture, forged by the veterans who make up a significant part of our team. From Navy instructors to Air Force special operators, their experiences bring a level of grit and perspective that shapes the way we solve problems and deliver solutions.

From Navy Instructor to Instructional Designer: Vince Theus

Vince Theus, a 22-year Navy veteran, transitioned from military service to Beast Code as an instructional designer, building courses that educate the next generation of sailors. After years as an aircraft controller, aviation electrician, and lead instructor at NAS Pensacola, he now creates training that will prepare service members for years to come.

From Pararescue to Problem-Solving: Tom Culpepper

Tom Culpepper spent 20 years as an Air Force Pararescueman. At Beast Code, he channels that same mindset into building solutions that ease cognitive load, improve readiness, and give warfighters the advantage they need. He sees strong parallels between special operations teams and the engineering teams at Beast Code — both are equipped with diverse tools, pointed at tough problems, and trusted to figure them out.

From Tomahawk Missiles to Tech Solutions: Thomas Carrico

Thomas Carrico served 10 years in the Navy as a Tomahawk Missile Technician aboard the USS Vella Gulf and later as a Recruit Division Commander. He now applies the same flexibility and problem-solving mindset to building innovative solutions for customers at Beast Code.

At Beast Code, veterans exemplify how military experience translates into innovation, adaptability, and mission-driven engineering. Serving doesn't end with the uniform — it continues through the software and tools we create to support those still in the fight.