Duron Industries LLC was founded by Larissa Duron. With over 25 years in the technology industry, including over 15 years in electrical systems engineering and manufacturing, she started the company with a focus on innovation and a commitment to delivering a customized approach to each client's project. Larissa also holds a degree in Art and Engineering giving her the ability to visualize a concept into product development.
Larissa is an innovative Electrical Engineer skilled at consulting, managing, designing, and developing rapid prototypes and developing products for laser, vehicle, and robotic technology. She also managed the design of motion control systems for robotic scanners in multi-axis applications and is experienced in electro-mechanical assembly for motors and drivers in controllers and positioners for near-field and far-field RF testing. This included on-site customer support and repair for companies in the aerospace and defense industries. As a former Lead Engineer in expedition vehicle projects, she led the technical team heading the demonstration and showcasing technology and creative capabilities for commercial, government, and military contracts and uses the leadership skills gained to lead Duron Industries.
A decorated U.S. Army veteran driven by integrity. Larissa began her career with the United States Army – Signal Corps, active duty for 4 years with an honorable discharge as an E-4 Specialist. Deployed to the 1st Signal Brigade Yongsan Garrison, South Korea, and the 29th Signal Battalion in support of the I Corps 7th Infantry Division, Fort Lewis, WA for combat communications and Cable Systems Installer/Maintainer.
Key roles including:
Cable Systems Maintainer
Unit Armorer
1SG Driver
Squad Leader
Department of the Army Certificates of Training:
Basic Combat Training
Cable Systems Installer/Maintainer
Combat Lifesaver Training
Contracting Officer’s Representative Course
Unit Armorer Course
Military Awards and Decorations:
Korean Defense Service Medal
I Corps Eagle Award
Army Commendation Medal
Army Achievement Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Army Good Conduct Medal
Overseas Service Ribbon
Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar
Driver and Mechanic Badge with Driver-W Bar
Ms. Duron’s high-level accomplishments to showcase the benefits of partnering us:
US Army Signal Corps
Set up COMSEC equipment for the President of the United States
Designed robotic rotary and linear stages for antenna range testing for aerospace manufacturing
Assisted in aerospace antenna testing for the Mars Rover Parachute
On-site support, installation, testing, and control system repair for companies such as; JPL-NASA, Boeing, Raytheon, Lockheed, and Northrop
Acknowledged in the article “Reflection Suppression in Cylindrical Near-field Antenna Measurement Systems – Cylindrical MARS”
Worked with and mentored by Story Musgrave (astronaut) for a prototype design project
Business Recognition:
Marquis Who’s Who “125 Years Honored Listee”
Marquis Who’s who “Top Engineers”
Wall Street Journal “Who’s Who of Distinguished Leaders: 2024 Honorees”
