Airport Operations

KEITH E. HUNTER200 PUMKIN PATCH, RUTHERFORDTON NC 28139 Home: (828) 286- 1640 e-mail: keith@kehunter.comSUMMARY  Accomplished, seasoned, highly qualified Operations, Manufacturing and Program/Project Manager. 35 years hands-on experience managing all phases of aerospace R&D and real-world lean production per tight budgets and schedules. Expert at establishing/managing priorities and setting/achieving realistic goals.  Experienced at directing Lean manufacturing/modification of F-117 Stealth Fighter, X-33 VentureStar, L-1011, C-5, SR-71, U-2, C-130, L-188/P-3, Boeing/Douglas commercial jetliners, Sea Shadow, rotorcraft, unmanned vehicles.  Well-rounded background with big picture perspective. Balanced combination of management and motivational abilities, team leadership/people skills, in-depth technical know-how, business acumen and strong common sense.  Proven record of superior bottom-line results managing Cost/Schedule Control Systems and Earned Value Performance. Have successfully directed high-value, high-tech programs from cradle to grave (RD&E, engineering development, full-scale lean production, major modifications, customer acceptance, logistics and product support).EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS35 years LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (Top Secret security clearance) 1970 – Present RETIREDCurrent Senior Project Management Specialist, Lockheed Martin Aeronautical Co., Palmdale CA • Oversees and coordinates classified projects. Liaison between project managers, planners, project team members line management and clients to brainstorm solutions and ensure smooth, lean, cost-effective operations. • Prevent and troubleshoot problems and delays to achieve vital program, company and customer objectives. • Assess operations and project issues. Identify deficiencies and develop corrective actions and cost-savings. • Devise and implement resourceful work around plans to meet productivity, quality and client-satisfaction g