About Me
Benedicto Villanueva III
Game Developer & XR Specialist
I am a game developer specializing in immersive VR/AR experiences with expertise spanning multiple disciplines in game development, interactive media, and XR technologies. I have experience leading teams and managing projects in both professional and academic environments.
With a background in both technical and creative aspects of game development, I focus on creating engaging and accessible experiences, particularly in virtual and augmented reality. My experience in the United States Air Force has provided me with strong leadership skills and attention to detail that I apply to my development work.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Games, Interactive Media, and Mobile Technology
Expected May 2025
Boise State University, Boise, ID
Focusing on game development, XR technologies, and interactive digital media.
Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice
July 2019
Community College of the Air Force, Maxwell Air Force Base, AL
Professional Experience
NASA SUITS UI Team Lead
2022 - 2023
Boise State University
Led the UI team in developing augmented reality interfaces for astronaut spacesuits using MRTK, Meta Quest 2, and HoloLens 2. Managed project coordination to meet NASA's requirements and improved documentation practices for AR development.
Facility Manager
2019 - 2020
United States Air Force, Cheyenne, WY
Managed a $30K budget and oversaw custodial contracts for National Historic Facilities. Led a team of 20+ personnel, ensuring efficient daily operations and facility upkeep. Represented work priorities and future projects at facility management boards for 1,500 employees.
Response Force Leader
Feb 2019 - Dec 2020
United States Air Force, F.E. Warren AFB, Wyoming
- Led emergency response teams in high-security military installation
- Managed crisis communications and conflict resolution in high-stress environments
- Supervised personnel in security operations and emergency response protocols
Emergency Communications Center Controller
Jan 2014 - Feb 2019
United States Air Force, Mountain Home AFB, Idaho
- Served as centralized control point for security and law enforcement operations
- Dispatched forces to situations/incidents affecting life, limb & property
- Monitored alarm points and camera systems protecting $4.1B in aircraft and infrastructure
- Operated multi-channeled radio & emergency 911 communication systems
Investigator
May 2018 - Nov 2018
United States Air Force, Mountain Home AFB, Idaho
- Conducted investigations of criminal activities referred by Command, Security Forces Operations and AF Office of Special Investigations
- Trained personnel on advanced investigative techniques/procedures and conducted crime scene processing
- Fostered relationships with Staff Judge Advocate/local Police Department/Air Force Office of Special Investigations
- Collected and recorded evidence through searches/seizures & coordinated surveillance activities
Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge, Anti-Terrorism
Oct 2017 - May 2018
United States Air Force, Mountain Home AFB, Idaho
- Directed installation anti-terrorism operations and security studies for $655M in facilities
- Briefed Chief Anti-terrorism Officer & Installation Commander on security concerns
- Coordinated with Air Combat Command on Level II AT training for Unit Anti-terrorism Officers
- Chaired Threat Working Group (TWG); provided guidance on imminent threats to national assets
Response Force Leader
Aug 2015 - Aug 2016
United States Air Force, Mountain Home AFB, Idaho
Response Force Member
Dec 2011 - Aug 2015
United States Air Force, Mountain Home AFB, Idaho
Quick Reaction Force Member
Dec 2012 - Jul 2013
United States Air Force, Afghanistan
Stage Manager
Feb 2009 - Sep 2015
San Mateo Union High School District, San Mateo, California
- Managed stage operations and productions
- Coordinated with production teams and performers