Omar Choudhry Email & Phone Number

Bethesda, Md, Us

Chief of Staff for Steven H. Walker, PhD., Chief Technology Officer at Lockheed Martin Corporation. In this role I help lead a staff of almost 600 engineers, scientists and technologists develop and implement the company's technology strategy centered around Lockheed Martin's 21st Century Security.Technology Domains that I assist the CTO develop as part of 21st Century Security (21CS):- Hypersonics (strike and defense)- Autonomous systems - Cybersecurity- Directed Energy Systems- Trusted and Ethical Artificial Intelligence- Engineered Biology- Quantum Science- Advanced Communications/5G- Advanced Materials- MicroelectronicsLeveraging my previous technical and program management experiences, I also assist the CTO in working with external (OUSD, AFRL, DoD, DARPA, US and Intl. Universities) and internal technical leaders to help ensure Lockheed Martin is developing technologies that will assist our customers, The Warfighter, stay Ahead of Ready.

Bethesda, Md, Us

Program Manager of a DoD Space SystemIn this role I lead a multi-disciplinary team of hardware, software, network, cybersecurity, and field operations engineers in executing a 24/7 mission. I am responsible for P/L of various contract types (FFP and CPFF Contracts) and have a strong track record of achieving both top line and bottom line growth for the program. Customer focus is very important to me and thus I cultivate direct lines of communication with various customers and stakeholders. This includes internal Lockheed stakeholders and externally with warfighters from in-theater personnel to providing briefings at the Pentagon several times a year.My day to day involves tackling complex problems and working through ambiguity by leveraging my previous experiences and using resources within LM to continuously move the program in a positive direction. This includes helping balance software engineering priorities, interfacing with supply-chain, responding to request for information solicitations, preparing proposals, leading roadmapping or system architecture discussions, performing financial analysis, taking customer pain points/needs and distilling them to actionable plans.

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

Sr. Manager for the PEI-Genesis, Inc. Information Technology team managing the Program Management Office (PMO). In this role I led software development teams through the full software development life cycle, including requirements management, design, development, testing, deployment, and end-user training. I also assist the business in developing plans to integrate software and IT hardware for business success. Reporting directly to the CIO, I work with my IT Director peers in accomplishing all aspects of our organizations goals. All of the projects I manage impact the bottom-line for the company and efficiency gains I achieve increase the GM for the company.The Following are highlights of the value I have brought to PEI-Genesis, Inc:☛ Achieved a 25% reduction in external spend for software and legal/compliance programs via competitive supplier selection and effectively coordinating the work of third party software development partners.☛ Ensured compliance with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) through successful implementation of controls, with minimal impact on the business.☛ Through implementation of Project Management techniques, I have been able to increase the efficiency of the SDLC via KPI's and implementation of critical controls and monitoring.☛ PMO leader for the selection and implementation of a new Enterprise Resource Management (ERP) solution.☛ Multiple Implementations and management of SaaS to expand company IT capabilitiesTools Used:Python, HubSpot, Celoxis, JIRA, ConfluenceProjects Worked On:- Implementation of GDPR compliance for the Company (I am the deputy Data Protection Officer)- NIST/DFARS compliance for the Company- LiveChat upgrade on company website- eCommerce enhancements (SEO, Google Analytics and HotJar, implementing enhancements which increase conversion rate and reduce cart abandonment). - API and EDI development- Critical software resource hiring (AS400/RPG)

New York, Ny, Us

While working as a Program Manager (PM) at L-3 Technologies, Inc, I provided technical leadership and direction to a team of 10 engineers and 20 production staff for the successful completion of multiple technical programs for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). On aspect of this role was the reporting responsibilities with senior management on progress of ongoing programs and their expected time of completion and the Profit and Loss position of the program. A significant portion of my role was to lead qualification testing and working with government and defense contractor customers to meet or beat schedule deadlines and clarify requirements and expectations prior to qualification testing. As part of the PM continues improvement responsibilities, I introduced improvement strategies whenever significant gains could be made on the program. The following are highlights of the value I brought to L-3 Technologies, Inc:☛ Successfully developed, produced, and tested telemetry devices for the missile defense system by leading engineering and test-engineering teams.☛ Generated additional revenue of $1.5 million for the division by successfully negotiating two additional programs.☛ Maintained operating margin of 37% for a new product introduction program with stringent Missile Defense Agency qualification standards as part of the programs scope.Projects Worked On:- AMRAAM Program - qualification testing of subsystems- Led AS9100 Rev D. Quality Audits ensuring the company complied to Rev. C to Rev. D changes- Tomahawk subsystem proposal and subsystem program support

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

Research & Development/NPI Program Manager at Sensors Unlimited, A UTAS CompanyWhile working as a Research & Development/NPI Program Manager at Sensors Unlimited Inc. I planned and managed new product introduction (NPI) for several Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) products, spanning both defense (SOCOM) and commercial (Agricultural/Medical) applications (Approx. $5M under management). I led requirements gathering, and developed product design, schedules, cost plans, and budget baselines. I managed and coordinated the work of engineering teams and suppliers/subcontractors to ensure the cost-effective and timely production of new products.The following are highlights of the value I brought to Sensors Unlimited Inc:☛ Doubled production rate of largest customer order in company's history by reducing production defects, and implementing automated testing which allowed for continuous cycles of Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) testing.☛ Led the development of Short Wave Infrared (SWIR) product from initial concept to working prototypes ready for consumer shows and enhanced qualification testing within 12 months.☛ Reduced Bill of Material (BOM) costs of SWIR products portfolio by 18% through implementation of new printed circuit boards and mechanical housing suppliers.Programs Worked On:- Nano-SWIR Product Line- SWIR Illuminator Product Lines

Poway, Ca, Us

Project Engineer/Project Manager - MQ-9 Reaper UAV Block 5 UpgradesWorking as a Project Engineer/Project Manager - MQ-9 Reaper UAV Block 5 Upgrades at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc, I held concurrent responsibility for managing cost, suppliers, schedule, and technical issues for six engineering teams with combined budget of $11 million working on the development of MQ-9 Reaper platform, the US Air Force’s leading Unmanned Aerial System. The following are highlights of the value I brought to the General Atomics Block-5 Program:☛ Supported testing team in successfully performing troubled sub-system testing and completion of environmental and EMI testing for Block 5 upgraded sub-systems.☛ Increased scope of program and generated additional revenue of $800K by successfully negotiated two contract modifications with Air Force customer.Deputy Program Manager - MQ-9 Requirements Development Program(Dual role being performed while also the Project Engineer for the Block 5 Program)Working as a Deputy Program Manager - MQ-9 Requirements Development Program, I provided technical and management support to multiple engineering teams for the development of system/subsystem specifications and interfaces for the MQ-9 as well as managed budget of $35 million. The following are highlights of the value I brought to the MQ-9 Requirements Development Program:☛ I oversaw MQ-9 software requirement documentation and established processes to ensure proprietary software information was not disclosed in the requirements.☛ I assisted in the development of process improvements for specification peer review, which reduced the time to release requirements.

Arlington, Va, Us

I was nominated and selected to participate in The Boeing Leadership Development Program, which places high potential employees into Corporate Audit for enterprise exposure. I developed and gained skillsets in assessing program risks, developing assessment/audit plans, and testing process controls to ensure that business risks were successfully mitigated. These skills were honed over the course of 7 process assurance audits across the enterprise. As part of these assurance audits, I interacted with C-level executives within the Office of Internal Governance and Program Vice Presidents to ensure that the projects were proceeding with maximum value for the business.The following are highlights of my significant contributions while in this Leadership Development Program:☛ 787-9 Requirements Management Audit – Seattle, WA: I led a team of six auditors in review of systems engineering processes and controls to ensure airplane requirements meet customer, Boeing, and regulatory objectives. Based on findings recommended improvement initiatives to strengthen systems engineering process, which enabled a successful certification of the 787-9 Aircraft and kicked off companywide systems engineering reviews.☛ Boeing Charleston Factory Engineering Assessment: Worked with all engineering departments and their leadership standing up the new Boeing 787 Production facility in Charleston, SC. My contributions in the assessment led to ensure that engineering processes, infrastructure and resources were in place to support production of the 787 at this new facility.Models and Governance Processes Used:Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)COSO Framework for Internal Auditing

Arlington, Va, Us

While working as a Vehicle Mission Systems (VMS) Proposal Lead/Systems Engineer (SEIT) on the MH-47 Special Operations Aircraft, I ensured production and technical field issues for the MH-47 Chinooks were addressed and closed with Government and Boeing approval. I directed VMS teams in all the phases of proposal execution to ensure the development of engineering statement of work were in alignment with customer requirements as well as led proposal negotiations. The following are highlights of the value I brought to the Boeing MH-47 Chinook Program:☛ Appointed by the senior leadership to lead proposal efforts for 6 engineering teams, which made up 75% of the proposal value and successfully completed estimates with full vetting by company technical fellows on schedule.☛ Developed successful proposal estimate/schedule and negotiated with Army Technical Applications Office that led to Boeing winning the award for the MH-47G New Build program, valued at over $300 Million. This was attempted two previous times before I joined the program to help with the effort that eventually won the award.

Arlington, Va, Us

While working as a Project Manager/Control Account Manager (CAM) on the CH-47 Chinook Programs, I oversaw all aspects of multiple foreign and domestic programs, created schedule and timeline, assigned responsibilities, and monitored progress of programs. I prepared reports for upper management regarding status of programs. I met budgetary objectives and made adjustments to program constraints based on variance analysis and financial modeling. The following are highlights of the value I brought to Boeing CH-47 Chinook Programs:☛ I led mechanical integrated product team to ensure the timely completion of multiple programs simultaneously while managing over $5 million budget.

Arlington, Va, Us

Managed 747-8 Freighter and Intecontinental fueslage structures project using project management established principles as defined in the Project Management Book Of Knowledge.Initiated key supplier engagement to assess program risks before program kick-off, which significantly reduced manufacturing lead times.Successfully developed new scheduling process/tools for 747-8I which reduced team workload and enhanced program metrics and reporting analysisCreated revised engineering estimate for fuselage structures team which provided additional detail and included lessons learned from previous programs and presented to Boeing executivesCreated "what-if" schedule scenarios (utilizing Theory of Constraint principles) with multiple resource profiles, and engineering strategiesValue Stream Mapped fuselage design engineering layout process which led process improvements and ultimatly 100% on-time engineering release

Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering

Design & Analysis Of Aircraft Structures Program, Aerospace, Aeronautical And Astronautical Engineering

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General

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