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China Grove, Nc, Us

China Grove, Nc, Us

United States

In my recent role as the PHS&T Lead, I effectively bridged communication between sellers, supply chain, and program management. My responsibilities included designing specifications, drafting statements of work, developing container designs and qualifications, and conducting preliminary and critical design reviews, all while ensuring zero non-conformity issues. I spearheaded the technical research and development for hypersonic weapons systems and was specifically selected as the program's Container Lead. I inherited an IBM DOORS container specification with significant gaps and inaccuracies. I transitioned the document to a standardized format, conducted a thorough gap analysis, and collaborated with stakeholders to rectify deficiencies.As a certified SCRUM Master for the Life-Cycle Engineering section, I have been instrumental in setting priorities, tracking work progress, and driving metrics for Earned Value Management. I delivered 35% of the program's technical missile data within one week of onboarding by quickly mastering missile systems, drafting system operations from scratch, and producing a technical product that met and exceeded customer expectations. I also serve as the Responsible Engineer for all missile and ordnance containers company-wide, a role that carries significant responsibilities, overseeing updates, requirement changes, and the configuration control board approval process. Additionally, I manage the Rational DOORS database, including training documentation, access privileges, and requirements management updates.

Tucson, Arizona, United States

Experienced Senior Leader | Expert in Weapons Systems Maintenance & Total Force IntegrationI led 75 Total Force Integration personnel, ensured rigorous adherence to training requirements, audited inspection reports, and analyzed mishap trends to implement practical solutions. I managed 12,000 maintenance actions annually across 93 aircraft gun systems and 2,600 mission equipment assets, with a combined value exceeding $130 million.Under my leadership, I was entrusted with an equipment portfolio valued at $89 million. I oversaw the timely completion of technical orders and the meticulous documentation of all processes. As a subject matter expert, I provided strategic guidance and consulting to command-level leadership on weapons systems maintenance, technical order revisions, and inspection criteria, driving operational excellence and ensuring optimal performance.

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

I directed strategic operations for advanced munitions and prototype aircraft, overseeing the loading, allocation, and accountability of 25 unique munitions on 11 prototype Department of Defense flight test aircraft valued at $606 million. I ensured operational excellence by leading the maintenance, inspection, installation, and removal of mission-critical equipment for all test aircraft. I installed and implemented T-2 aircraft modifications, including air-to-air and air-to-ground weapons systems and range infrastructure equipment. I served as the subject matter expert and advisor to senior command-level decision-makers on weapons systems, asset modernization, safety procedures, inspections, and maintenance protocols.

Goldsboro, North Carolina, United States

I trained, evaluated, and certified 700 personnel on 22 air-to-air missiles, gravity weapons systems, and precision-guided munitions. Reviewed and analyzed weapons safety procedures, initiated deficiency reports, and conducted technical order validation and verification. I served as a local subject matter expert on explosive materials, responding to multiple ground emergencies involving explosives. I led a three-person crew loading and unloading munitions on 24 F-15E combat aircraft valued at $1.4 billion.

Raf Lakenheath, England, United Kingdom

I conducted scheduled maintenance on 28 F-15E combat aircraft valued at $1.6 billion. I also maintained proficiency and certifications on 21 munitions, as well as certifications in nuclear weapons loading and the Personnel Reliability Program. I analyzed, isolated, and fixed malfunctions in the aircraft weapons system to ensure optimal operational readiness. Additionally, I successfully removed and installed over 1,000 pieces of equipment, including 28 M61A1 gun systems worth $33 million.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Information Technology, 3.96 Gpa

Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Aas, Aircraft Armament Systems Technology