- Operations consulting and evaluations/assessments- Project Management and contracted engineering services- Business process and logistics improvements (including contracts and I.T. business requirements)

Spinnaker International is a strategy execution firm working with businesses worldwide. We drive change by partnering with our clients, developing core strategies, designing and implementing process improvements, while ensuring effective execution through the management of key programs to drive operational and financial results. Our teams deliver concrete solutions by leveraging their varied expertise across various industries and functional areas.

Project Manager leading cross functional management level teams for business process improvement projects related to improved business unit performance and cost savings using six sigma techniques. - Lowered annual operating costs over $500K- Implemented annual cost avoidances of over $100K

Program Management- Developed process to establish repair logistics for 750 components of the aircraft- Developed prioritization process of over 50 major projects - Provided plan to allocate annual funding of $60M to $100M Program/Project Management: - Defined the logistics elements required for depot maintenance operations- Devised strategy to develop repair logistics capability while minimizing life cycle costs- Led projects to establish aircraft component… Show more Program Management- Developed process to establish repair logistics for 750 components of the aircraft- Developed prioritization process of over 50 major projects - Provided plan to allocate annual funding of $60M to $100M Program/Project Management: - Defined the logistics elements required for depot maintenance operations- Devised strategy to develop repair logistics capability while minimizing life cycle costs- Led projects to establish aircraft component repair operations Project Management - Led matrixed and supplier composed teams - involving four major organizations- Designed and installed depot inspection and repair capability- Managed scope, quality, and cost within available budget and schedule. - Completed projects totaling $7M to $70M each, lasting 30 to 48 months each Show less

Managed the Aircraft Reliability Program for the airline - Led Reliability team of 6 to 10 members - Successfully passed FAA audits of the Program - Led development of Aircraft Mechanical Availability Model- Provided professional guidance and development of direct reports - including contractors and full time employees - resulting in several moving to positions of enhanced responsibility- Chaired Aircraft and Power-plant maintenance program review boards - Led team… Show more Managed the Aircraft Reliability Program for the airline - Led Reliability team of 6 to 10 members - Successfully passed FAA audits of the Program - Led development of Aircraft Mechanical Availability Model- Provided professional guidance and development of direct reports - including contractors and full time employees - resulting in several moving to positions of enhanced responsibility- Chaired Aircraft and Power-plant maintenance program review boards - Led team to utilize Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) guidelines and techniques Show less

- Led the improvement of the critical failure (possibly resulting in major damage/injury) notification - Managed contractors and students for special projects and routine reliability requirements - Developed and tracked departmental corrective actions to Quality Audits - Identified, prioritized,and tracked all Powerplant and Component fleet problems to closure- Performed trade studies and investigations into aircraft related problems - Developed solutions, fleet… Show more - Led the improvement of the critical failure (possibly resulting in major damage/injury) notification - Managed contractors and students for special projects and routine reliability requirements - Developed and tracked departmental corrective actions to Quality Audits - Identified, prioritized,and tracked all Powerplant and Component fleet problems to closure- Performed trade studies and investigations into aircraft related problems - Developed solutions, fleet incorporation scheduling, and effectiveness monitoring Show less

- Propulsion System (turbofan engine) Subject Matter Expert on the Technical Sales Team- Supported the team in winning engine contracts from external customers (in-sourcing) - Represented airline’s business and technical interests at industry meetings- Managed engine purchase contracts

Technical responsibility for Pratt Whitney 2000 and JT9D Turbofan Engines- Revised Engine Maintenance plan to increase on-wing time by 90% and decrease shop maintenance costs proportionally- Developed Engine Reliability meetings to enhance fleet performance and ensure Line Operations issues addressed - Determined engine workscope at shop induction- Managed Engine/Fleet Configuration- Ensured manufacturer technical requirements could be executed by aviation technicians-… Show more Technical responsibility for Pratt Whitney 2000 and JT9D Turbofan Engines- Revised Engine Maintenance plan to increase on-wing time by 90% and decrease shop maintenance costs proportionally- Developed Engine Reliability meetings to enhance fleet performance and ensure Line Operations issues addressed - Determined engine workscope at shop induction- Managed Engine/Fleet Configuration- Ensured manufacturer technical requirements could be executed by aviation technicians- Developed repairs Show less