Jason Ruth Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

Reston, Va, Us

Key Highlights:• $2.67B+ in contract value supported by delivering acquisition expertise across three ongoing Phase A development contracts.• Ensured timely closure of milestone liens/action items for the contracting officer and key stakeholders by tracking and coordinating the milestone payment plan.Evaluate proposals and assess contractor performance for IC acquisition programs. Provide senior leaders with system-level engineering support and expertise on critical satellite and RADAR system acquisitions for the National Reconnaissance Office. Manage acquisition programs, support planning and execution of satellite systems, and ensure compliance with DFARS and FAR. Collaborate with senior officials to address contracting issues and ensure regulatory compliance. Facilitate monthly program management reviews for the federal government.

Key Highlight:• Spearheaded the Eastern Flank Allies first buying program, enhancing strategic contracting policies, and significantly improving joint logistics and allied support integration during Austere Challenge 2023.Supported United States European Command, United States Africa Command, and United States Central Command contingency plans. Provided senior-level contracting and logistics management for joint operations, exercises, and sustainment in the United States European Command area of responsibility. Planned and executed events and conferences, managed combat and material development and acquired equipment for the US Army. Analyzed missions, developed battlefield plans, and oversaw all lifecycle management phases. Provided program management and contract support to DoD agencies and the US Army.

Led 80+ battalion staff and contract teams, mentoring officers and non-commissioned officers. Established procedures, supervised planning processes, and ensured communication with higher and adjacent units. Advised the commander on unit readiness and prepared contracting teams for full-spectrum support. DAWIA Level III Acquisition Professional, supervising contract functions and personnel, managing solicitations, proposals, negotiations, and administering services and Federal Information Processing resources.

Key Highlight:• $1.9M in material requisitions approved by providing the Administrative Contracting Officer support for sites during a dynamic operating environment, managing 200+ service lines, $104M in government property, planning four major construction projects, and issuing 243 letters of technical direction.Supervised 12 staff, managed taskers, and ensured policy compliance with the Operational Command Post. Oversaw contractor performance reviews and maintained proficiency in OCS. Led the Regional Contracting Center Operation Inherent Resolve Contingency Contract Administration Services team and managed a $3.75B logistics civil augmentation program contract. Advised on acquisition policies and procedures to comply with FAR and DoD regulations. Administered Base Life Support contracts, monitored contractor performance, and took corrective actions. Provided training for effective contract management during contingency operations.

Various RolesProcurement Officer w/DLALogistics Plans Officer w/EUCOM

Falls Church, Virginia, Us

Key Highlight:• Identified and mitigated potential risks to programs through funding adjustments, schedule revisions, and performance goal changes; implemented quality control plans, monitored risk factors, and developed internal policies for oversight.Managed multi-year IC contracts and pre- and post-award processes per DFARS and FAR. Supported R&D programs for counter-weapon of mass destruction initiatives, translating client requirements into actionable acquisition plans. Created documentation for Defense Threat Reduction Agency contracting, led executive briefings, and ensured seamless program transitions to support mission-critical goals. Collaborated with contracting officers and mission experts, developed corrective action plans, and facilitated teamwork among diverse groups to meet critical program objectives.

Redstone Arsenal, Al, Us

Key Highlight:• Solicited and awarded requirements under best value trade-off or lowest priced technically acceptable (LPTA) methods and solicited, awarded, and administered firm fixed price and cost reimbursement type contracts to include award, incentive, and fixed fees for highly complex, large dollar requirements.Performed procurement activities, including soliciting, awarding, and administering commercial supply and service contracts through various methods. Managed Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer contracts and handled acquisition planning, solicitation, source selection, and contract administration. Participated in integrated product teams and worked closely with program managers. Supervised a team of contract specialists, providing mentoring and training. Utilized Procurement Desktop-Defense, Federal Procurement Data System - Next Generation, wide area workflow, paperless contract files, and Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System for procurement activities.

Reston, Virginia, Us

Key Highlight:• Ensured government and contractor solutions included reasonable total cost estimate projections by evaluating the cost and technical performance of new near-, mid-, and long-term equipment technology and manufacturer solutions.Supported the Natick Soldier Research, Development, and Engineering Center Dismount Soldier Integration by leading strategic planning and concept development for soldier equipment procurement. Identified gaps in acquisition metrics, implemented management systems, and developed long- and short-term plans. Acted as the main interface between program steering committee members across the Army and USMC, focusing on reducing soldier power load for extended missions. Pursued new capabilities from commercial companies and briefed recommendations to Program Executive Office soldiers, USMC, and OSD. Coordinated a government steering committee, analytical support team, and multiple contractors.

Hanscom Afb, Ma, Us

Various RolesBrigade Maintenance Officer, Logistical Commanding Officer, Battalion Rear Detachment Commander, Program Manager/Management Analyst, and Budget Analyst, Air Traffic Controller, and Aircraft Electrician

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Business Administration - Leadership

Masters, Masters, Business Administration; Leadership

Bachelor Of Applied Science And Technology, Aviation Maintence And Air Traffic Control

Aviation Maintenence, Airframe Mechanics And Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician