Satellite Payload Integrated Product Team (IPT) Senior Manager:- Lead a satellite payload integrated product team for a defense communications satellite program.- Led the IPT thru Offer Definitization and Improvement Activities consisting of eight months of technical interchange workshops with the customer.- Led proposal development and submittal for the Payload IPT including collaboration across engineering, production, test, and supply chain culminating in Best and Final Offer submittal March 2024, Payload IPT scope content $500M+.

Lead a cross functional Integrated Product Team through engineering, production, integration, test, and delivery of RF communication products including RF and antenna products produced at Lockheed Martin and major subcontract suppliers.

RF / COMM Integrated Product Team manager responsible for cost, schedule, and technical performance of satellite communications subsystem, total budget responsibility ~ $74M.* Lead the cross functional IPT thru design, production, integration, test, and delivery of satellite communications subsystems including RF and antenna products produced at the LM Space RF Center of Excellence and major subcontract suppliers.* Led the contract negotiation and baselining of two vehicle satellite communications sub-system proposal leading to the successful baselining of operating budgets for two vehicle extension.* Led the proposal development and contract negotiation of Service Integration contract leading to new business award of post-delivery contract for integration and engineering support to communications system user.* Primary customer liaison for communications sub-system program activities, leading program review sessions with customer and program senior leadership ensuring clear and consistent communication of program cost, schedule, and technical performance* Ensure program milestones are met through resource management, coordination and leading issue resolution, across engineering, production, and test disciplines* Effectively manage program risks and opportunities within subsystem development and production

Lead a diverse team of project engineers responsible for the on schedule and on budget production of over $100M of space systems hardware within Electronic and Mechanical production operations.Control Account Manager responsible for all Electronics Power System Satellite design and production work scope for Military Support Programs ~ over $200M.

Battery Manufacturing Factory Manager at Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company. Responsible for overall production and delivery of lithium ion and nickel hydrogen satellite batteries.

Orchestrate production operations within company’s Electronics Manufacturing Center focused on contracts totaling over $78M. Provide overall management of scheduling, cost control, and manufacturing of complex power systems and wire harnesses for large-scale military satellite and anti-ballistic missile system programs. Develop proposals, prepare and negotiate contracts, and ensure the quality / timely delivery of products.Handle project planning, procurement functions, operational readiness, reporting, estimates, and performance analysis / improvements. Lead efforts of cross functional teams charged with manufacturing, quality, testing, designs, and material allocation. Function as Cost Account Manager focused on analyzing expenses, reporting earned values, and identifying areas in need of improvement. Key Projects:* Managed production of Electrical Power System hardware in excess of $50M for military space programs.* Led the manufacturing and delivery of harnesses for a large-scale anti-ballistic missile system program, including successful contract extension from 757 to 1,631 units (a total increase from $4.7M to $10.9M). Handled negotiations, planning / scheduling, financial assessments, production management, and reporting. * Directed production and delivery of 15 of the most complex harnesses for large-scale military satellite program. Managed contract negotiations ($3M), led production efforts, implemented readiness reviews, and ensured proper scheduling and management of all phases.Select Contributions:* Ensured the continuous delivery of top quality products, in compliance with requirements, on time and within budget through strategic allocation of teams and resources.* Played an instrumental role in targeting over $40M in potential business through expert creation of comprehensive manufacturing proposals.* Enhanced planning and management of production functions through data analysis and development of EVM metrics.

Spearhead Lean Six Sigma as well as Lead Capacity Planning functions for company's large-scale Machining Operations Center. Coordinate cross-functional teams throughout implementation of manufacturing processes and improvement initiatives (including project budgets, proposals, capital equipment, schedules, and reports). Drive the efforts of MOC Manufacturing Engineering and Production Performance Measurement Teams (PMT) of up to 20 members. Analyze material flow, establish plant layout plans, and facilitated construction operations for multimillion-dollar projects focused on manufacturing expansions. Work closely with management, staff, and customers in the development of strategic lean six sigma center plans. Present recommendations to senior management. Train, mentor, and support team. Select Contributions:*** Delivered more than $2.8M worth of savings in ‘11 and ‘12 through strategic development and implementation of Lean Six Sigma improvements.*** Generated $4.7M in total cost reductions in ‘11 and ‘12 with the introduction of PMT Enterprise Savings strategy. Also saved $180K with the implementation of electronic communication functionality in manufacturing floor.*** Played instrumental role in passing British Standards Institution AS9100 / ISO14001 registration audits.*** Elevated the performance of manufacturing platform by spearheading "Structured Improvement" initiatives that resulted in cost / time reductions, quality boosts, and enhanced transactional business.*** Positively impacted facilities operations by contributing to $8M capital equipment planning / installation and improvement projects.*** Enhanced individual performance through training of 60 manufacturing personnel in "Safety in Motion" ergonomics awareness techniques as well as new processes / procedures.*** Minimized defect risks by facilitating Hardware Compliance Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis.

Chosen to advocate lean supply chain manufacturing operations throughout 11 corporate facilities, encompassing establishment of lean material flow and 3rd-party logistics (3PL) programs to improve ROI capital. Promoted and facilitated expansion / overall enhancement of lean supply chain programs, delivering consulting services in the areas of documentation, project management, event coordination, business case analysis, procurement planning, and implementation. Communicated best practices and lessons to achieve continuous improvements in Material-On-Demand programs. Supported value stream mapping operations as Lean Black Belt Facilitator. Key Projects / Select Contributions:*** Identified $800K worth of recurring cost reductions by orchestrating implementation of lean chemical management programs at Grand Prairie, Camden, and Pinellas Park facilities.*** Played an instrumental role in the resolution of operational issues and enhancement of existing programs in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Mexico sites.*** Successfully delivered highly effective supply chain solutions while serving as lead facilitator on structured improvement activities.*** Forged and cultivated productive relationships with Global Supply Chain Management specialists, cross-functional customers, suppliers, and Environmental Safety and Health personnel.*** Drove improvements in manufacturing consumable material vendor managed inventory programs.*** Co-authored Chemical Management Service as well as Cable and Wire 3PL Programs Statement of Work for various facilities.*** Increased environmental safety by supporting implementation of approved material lists and management processes for approval / tracking of chemicals.

Supported efforts of Machining Operations Center (MOC) through development of manufacturing process plans and standard work processes. Coordinated Manufacturing Engineering Performance Measurement Team. Collaborated in resolution of production issues. Led / contributed to special projects such as facility expansion and capital equipment initiatives. Key Projects / Select Contributions:*** Led team that contributed to attainment of $3.3M worth of savings, surpassing goals and performance standards.*** Increased production throughput 45% through development / implementation of capacity planning tools.

Successfully completed Lockheed Martin Operations Leadership Development Program, encompassing cross-functional assignments focused on Production, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality.