Vilius has eight years of experience in forestry and wood science, specializing in non-destructive wood testing techniques. He has studied and worked in forestry across Lithuania, Finland, Ireland, and Australia. In his role as a forest researcher, Vilius has focused on both softwood and hardwood plantation silviculture, exploring wood quality peculiarities, and connecting knowledge relevant to the wood processing industry and end-users. He has collaborated with research partners in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, enhancing his regional and global perspective in the field.