Nikolas Simon Email & Phone Number

Houston, Texas Area

• Manages programs from all phases of the program life cycle. Provides continuous oversight of projects from initiating through closing ensuring project success.
• Enthusiastic Program Manager devoted to organizational and team success
• Leads program and project teams with focus on cost, schedule, and performance
• Experienced program/product manager in matrix organizations
• Diverse background in Department of Defense/Military vehicles and transportation systems
• Expert risk manager and opportunity realizer

Houston, Texas Area

• Program Manager of the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) Egress Trainer (MET) comprised of 7 unique products and 128 total systems
• Rapid development and deployment program initiated to save the lives of Service Members
• Developed prototype solutions which utilized actual MRAP cabs to initially support requirement while final material solution was designed
• Performed testing and entered Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) of 128 MET cradles which housed 250 interchangeable cabs.
• Managed the fielding and deployment of all systems across Iraq, Afghanistan, and United States locations with repair parts, maintenance support, and New Equipment TrainingKeywords: Program Director, Program Manager.

Bachelor'S Degree, Information Technology, A

Master’S Degree, Marketing, B+