Identify needs, goals, objectives & key metrics (market opportunities, technology integration, etc.)
Evaluate assumptions, constraints, challenges & risks (technical, resources, organizational, etc.)
Define key driving requirements & concept of operations (criteria for verification & validation)
Leverage sources of innovation (internal, customers, suppliers, partners, open, tech transfer, etc.)
Build system models for analysis, simulation & optimization (evolves with system development)
Perform design trades & assess technology options (systematic selection of best design solution)
Develop prototypes for performance, stakeholder & customer testing (product-market fit)
Finalize intellectual property & strategic partners (competitive advantage)
Accelerate system deployment & product launch (faster to market & quicker ROI)
Execute growth strategy (new business development & increasing revenues)
"Matt provided a customized cryogenic hydrogen course for our engineering team, and answered hours of questions. He is an expert with decades of experience, and brings great insight on building and analyzing cryogenic systems. I would encourage anyone interested in this topic to look into his training materials."
- Erik Bigelow
Engineering Director, Center for Transportation and the Environment
"Matt is the “thought leader” on hydrogen systems safety analysis. His expertise sets the industry standard for our Department of Defense expeditionary microgrid project that combines both gaseous and liquefied hydrogen for energy integration, assurance, and acceleration."
- Tonya E. Thornton
Vice President for Research and Development, Global Connective Center
"Developing an SAE Edge Research Report with Matt was a pleasure. The quality of the content, the attention to detail and deadlines made the project easy to manage with great result. Thank you, Matt."
- Monica Nogueira
Director of Content Acquisition & Development, Automotive & Aerospace, SAE International
"Matt prepared a custom-made course on liquid hydrogen systems considering the scope of our aeronautical research activities. The course content was clear, well-structured, and thorough enough to provide new knowledge that supports our R&D needs."
- Pedro Garcia Gonzalez
Lead Propulsion R&D Engineer, Pipistrel Vertical Solutions
"Matt and I worked closely on an effort to perform system architecture and technical analysis on vehicle level, propulsion subsystem and fluid component trade studies. Matt’s strong systems engineering background coupled with his technical expertise provided quality, timely products that met all expectations."
- Jim Free
Former NASA Center Director; and former Deputy Associate Administrator for Human Exploration and Mission Operations
"Matt is a pleasure to work with! He and I exchanged information on cryogenic systems and novel ideas for reaching zero boil-off liquid hydrogen systems. He is very knowledgeable about the subject and generous with his time. He provided in-depth advice and supported a short turn-around deadline. His projects speak for themselves regarding scale and scope by highlighting his unique ability to overcome difficult engineering challenges. I look forward to working with him again as opportunities arise."
- Monterey R. Gardiner
Former Mansfield Fellow & US Department of Energy Technology Development Manager (Fuel Cell Technologies Office) for Hydrogen Delivery & Vehicle Storage, & DOE lead for the Hydrogen Storage Engineering Center of Excellence.
“I have worked with Matt for over 26 years, primarily on the development and testing of cryogenic propellant aerospace and ground support systems under NASA, the Department of Defense, and our own internal technology development programs, and I have always found his technical and engineering skills invaluable to us. His engineering and overall system acumen allows him to quickly understand a vast array of technical problems leading to sound well thought solutions.”
- George A. Satornino
Chief Executive Officer, Sierra Lobo, Inc.
Engineering in Construction & Manufacturing (EC&M) Conference: Invited speaker on hydrogen and fuel cells. (May 1, 2026).
New role: Matt Moran has accepted a full-time position as Senior Principal SME at Sierra Lobo, Inc. Initial focus will be on hypersonics and in-space propulsion test facilities. The H2 Sage™ resources and tools will continue to be maintained by Moran Innovation LLC.
Aerospace Graduate Seminar: was an invited guest speaker on aerospace hydrogen power and propulsion, University of Cincinnati. (Apr 3, 2026)
Chemotronix webinar: Presented on the topic of "Energy Storage and Deployment Pathways" with potential application to strategic opportunities for Africa. (Mar 14, 2026)
Standards development: Matt Moran has become a Liaison to the SAE Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Committee (AE-7F) to support hydrogen aviation standards development. This complements his other voluntary roles in the ASTM Cryogenic Piping Standard Development Group, and the Ohio Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Coalition. (Mar 11, 2026)
Hydrogen Strategic Briefings: Launched a weekly LinkedIn newsletter that provides a high-level overview of the current hydrogen economy and its trajectory. (Feb 16, 2026)
Hydrogen microgrid project: Completed support on a two-year hydrogen microgrid development project that included assessment of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools for system design and safety aspects. (Feb 1, 2026)
Green Hydrogen Horizons podcast: interviewed on hydrogen fundamentals, storage, use cases, education, and strategy. (Jan 13, 2026)
Hydrogen Workforce Needs presentation (2025-Nov-18)
Hydrogen Aviation Mission Hydrogen webinar (2025-Dec-03)