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Wichita, Kansas, Us

Wichita, Kansas, Us

Team Lead for USG end-user Defense Contracts. Contracts Manager responsible for the drafting, contract and risk management, regulatory compliance and contract negotiation of high risk Contracts and Purchase Agreements for Defense and Commercial aircraft sales, including specialized contract vehicles and techniques. Performs risk analysis, management, resolution and stakeholder management through the use of those contract vehicles.• Within 120 days, established as Contracts Manager for the largest Defense Contract within the organization for sustainment and support of over 700 Defense aircraft.• Developed and pitched three separate process improvement concepts to leadership, resulting in process changes delivering a 15% improvement rate on over and above proposal submissions.• Within 90 days, established new administrative infrastructure for the department, migrating information from several fractured departmental drives into one online, mobile and cloud storage SharePoint location, providing a single location for all departmental documentation, communication, collaboration and information. Later developed the entire Defense Organization SharePoint.• Produce a monthly average of 30 Commercial Contracts valued at over $400M. Established change agent for the incorporation of new issue tracking and resolution processes, responsible for lower click rates, Salesforce automation processes and Pre-Owned Aircraft Contract processes.

Wichita, Kansas, Us

Provides an accurate, high quality, and competitive proposal response to the Aftermarket Sales Team. • Work with Sales Manager and Sites Managers to prepare a proposal plan that meets the objectives of the proposal budget and timelines. • Clearly define the Scope of Work offered to the customer and identify any clarifications or exceptions to the customer’s inquiry.• Participate in the development and review of proposal strategies and themes. • Manages resources essential to the proposal process and execution and delivery of a proposal • Evaluate key bid opportunities with Business Development, Project Management and Marketing in order to lead the process of preparing and submitting successful proposals. • Assist with Engineering program development to establish business cases for future programs. Research and understand available systems and installation or modification certification paths that may be applied for requested systems. • Generates effective, efficient, and accurate proposals while meeting demanding deadlines. • Enhance proposal libraries in support of establishing business unit wide proposal development tools and templates.• Develop presentation materials for both internal and external needs, insuring consistency and adherence to company requirements.

Wichita, Kansas, Us

Value Stream Leader responsible for the administration and production of interior component fabrication and installation - performing cutting, sewing, build-up and installation operations of all propeller and business jet aircraft across the business. (30-50 aircraft completions quarterly)• Responsible for the hiring, welfare, safety, development and production of 55+ personnel within the fabrication and installation sections of interiors• Determine the priorities of work, parts allocation, acceptance and ordering, coordination and production of aircraft interior components and installations• Streamlined shop processes, personnel integration/allocation and hangar footprint reorganization to acquire and maintain 101.1% productivity within 8 months of arrival

Fort Worth, Texas, Us

• Supervisor for the administration and production of 4 departments and 15 personnel - performing testing, bonding, pressurizing and bearing installation operations of transmissions, gearboxes, parts and pieces for the full spectrum of Bell Helicopter’s aircraft models. (60-80 end item shipments of over $20 million monthly)• Utilized lean Six Sigma techniques to introduce efficiency in reporting, tracking and flow of production orders through the Test Cell area, resulting in a 25% increase in production labor.• Initiated Greenbelt project introducing standard work into Test Cell administrative processes, reducing administrative document processing time by over 50%.• Pursuant of Textron Continuous Improvement Greenbelt Certification.

• Speedy Vee's specializes in leathercraft and upholstery products for the individual, hot rods and custom motorcycles.

Established the design and launch of company marketing and administrative actions programs.• Coordinated and executed operational plans, objectives and controls for specialty hot rod company.• Performed financial and market analysis to determine market capture opportunities and reduce cost. Resulted in identifying and resolving revenue recognition and billing /pricing errors for monthly bookkeeping. • Responsible for aftermarket parts supplier and contractor relationships - reducing cost and streamlining processes with pricing, negotiation, warranty and contracts.• Project lead for shop renovation, process, capital improvements and retail positioning.• Developed web presence and grassroots marketing campaign resulting in $70 thousand in sales and service in 6 months for less than $300 investment.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Served as logistical / operational readiness leader for 100+ team and $40M in assets, overseeing vehicle / equipment maintenance and staff training for assigned projects and objectives.Engineer Company Executive Officer (December 2006 – April 2008)• Served as a logistical/operational readiness leader during combat deployment operations.• Executed operational analysis of base construction projects, route clearance integration into a combat team, transportation, ammunition and supply chain operations.• Provide oversight of vehicle maintenance (improved operational capability rate from 83% to 95% in first 3 months of service) and staff training of assigned projects.• Coordinated intercontinental movement of over $200 million in assets from Balad, Iraq to Fort Hood, TX.Engineer Company Platoon Leader (May 2004 – November 2006)• Served as Combat Leader for 30 member team and $12 million in assets during home station and combat deployment operations.• Developed unit specific cross-functional training program to introduce newly acquired Bradley Fighting Vehicles into a Combat Engineer Platoon footprint.

• Responsible for the scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of three AH-1 Cobra Attack Helicopters using manuals, publications and unit procedures.• Executed general maintenance, engine / transmission installation and removal, hydraulic assembly troubleshooting, rebuild and installation, mechanical assembly removal, repair and installation.• Performed administrative duties, scheduling and Quality Assurance planning as Cadet Officer in training

Bryan, Tx, Us

• Using computer development and design software; spearheaded the design, development and launch of the city program guides• Sourced and developed partners, volunteers and suppliers for the city program guides• Coordinated the sourcing and execution of children oriented summer programs• Performed administrative support for Parks and Recreation facilities and activities to include payroll, timecard, policy development and task instructions

Doctor Of Business Administration, Business Administration And Management, General

Bs, Park And Tourism Administration

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Business Administration And Management, General

Certificate Of Completion, Metal Fabrication 1-Year Course

Certificate, Asian Business Studies

Associates Certificate, Contract Management

Executive Mba, Business Administration And Management, General