Kelly Opert, PE

Lead Engineer


Columbia - Maryland
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Kelly is a Lead Engineer with extensive experience in testing and evaluation, and in applied research, with expertise in water-based fire suppression, compartment fires, risk management, and firefighting tactics.  In recent years, she has worked on small to large scale lithium-ion battery fire research projects and provided testing and standard development support for innovative aviation cargo fire protection solutions.  Kelly has experience managing large scale and multi-phase fire research and testing projects.

Education / Certifications

  • MS, Fire Protection Engineering, University of Maryland
  • BS, Fire Protection Engineering, University of Maryland
  • PE: IL, MD
Areas of Expertise
Fire Suppression Systems Design + Consulting