Systems Integration Engineer
Current• Provided engineering oversight as the Lead Engineer and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for multiple ACAT III acquisition programs for HC-130J aircraft. • Increased technical quality of acquisition programs by generating technical design and performance requirements to contractors via Requests for Proposals (RFP), Statements of Work (SOW), and Performance Work Statements (PWS).• Led program execution during the re-scoping of an $80M acquisition program by addressing issues related to scheduling, logistics, and program management in addition to regular engineering duties during a period of high personnel turnover.• Defended SPO priorities during negotiations with the prime contractor by leading multiple rounds of engineering discussions to evaluate contractor’s technical capabilities, pricing methods, and engineering tools. • Integrated surveillance system integration and display capabilities requested by US Air Force customers by designing system interfaces, electrical schematics, and performing part selection for electrical harnesses, connectors, and avionics equipment. • Increased aircraft combat readiness by identifying current technology gaps, evaluating emerging technologies, and coordinating with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to generate acquisition strategies for integrating commercial technologies on aircraft.