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Warner Robins, Ga, Us

Warner Robins, Georgia, United States

Manager of Product Delivery Components and Systems Responsible for all site production, on time deliveries, and provided production management oversight on high value programs such as AAQ-24, APN-241, ALQ-161 (Band 6, 7, and 8), ALQ-155, and Global Hawk block 30 IPA +3 modification. Ensured the teams understanding, and their connection to business goals along with their impact on financial results. Monitored all production schedules and day to day workflow for multiple programs following EVMS guidelines (CPI/SPI, BCWS/BCWP/ACWP, EAC/BAC). Clearly and frequently articulated the team’s role in achieving those goals of the organization. Prepared weekly Production metrics to Operations Manager, Program Managers and Senior Leadership. Prepared and monitored training plans for all managers and provided oversight to team members before the start of a program. Provided direct team’s individual training requirements, performance assessment and developmental goals. Built strong relationships with strategic partners and key suppliers; worked with Program Managers, Business Management and Operations Manager to plan for equipment replacement; prepare capital requests. Worked with Business Operations, Program Management, Quality, Material Operations, and Engineering to monitor contractual schedules, quality, workmanship, and technical performance of assigned work cell(s) following established procedures and schedules. Solved complex problems by actively seeking information and new ideas from a variety of sources; consistently looking for novel ways to solve problems; mastering unfamiliar information, tasks and situations quickly and effectively Participated with program and capture team on the preparation of new business basis of estimates. Demonstrated personal integrity and high ethical standards in customer contacts as well as all internal relationships.

Warner Robins, Georgia

Manager of Programs - Airborne Radar SustainmentManaged the sustainment and repairs of the APN-241 radar system for the USAF formed in a partnership with Robins, AFB in 2011 producing +350 repairs per year. Managed the repairs of APN-241 for Lockheed Martin Aeronautical, and other customers both in the U.S., and worldwide producing +120 repairs per year. Managed Estimates at Complete (EAC) with business partners and formulated Estimates to Complete (ETC) with close monitoring of variances that may affect project success. Developed proposals supporting both large and small customer requests. Ensured proper program execution, following the guidance of all necessary site processes while maintaining compliance to deliver a quality product. Initiated the Contract Requirements Traceability Matrix (CRTM) for the current contract and maintains tracking as required. Monitored program performance against baselines, and submits monthly PMR packages for review, and quarterly briefings to NGC upper management. Provide quarterly PMR reviews with the customers, both government and direct commercial. Reviewed risk and opportunity monthly for mitigation or realization. Maintained approval authority for the Contract Change Board. Communicated priorities to the Integrated Product Team to ensure the program objectives are being executed. Developed one stop database to manage all onsite repairs, with metric tracking for continual feedback and process improvement.

Warner Robins, Georgia

Manager Production Control - Depot ECM SustainmentResponsible for executing monthly, quarterly, and/or annual scheduling priorities to meet programmatic requirements from the Program Office, and/or Business Area Managers. Responsible for delivering status of work in progress, availability, and potential production risks. Coordinated with Program Management, Sustainment Center, Materials and Distribution, Mission Assurance and Engineering Managers to ensure personnel, equipment, materials and services are provided to meet schedule. Responsible for ensuring projects are completed on time by following established procedures, processes. Responsible for seven-member Production Control Team to include Production Control Clerks, and Project Managers. Responsible for invoicing and closeouts to contractual requirements. Initiated process improvements to include revised process documents and workflow for Scheduling, and Production Work Orders. Developed a new streamlined Production Schedule that is highly filterable, has reduced tabs that includes a datasheet to retrieve metrics tracking with performance indicators.

Warner Robins, Georgia

Project Manager - Airborne Radar SustainmentManaged multi-operational aspects of APN-241 projects, keeping in line with program goals, and contractual requirements. Served as an effective liaison between the program manager, supply chain, engineering, business management and depot management. Developed and managed the partnership production schedule. Drove a 500+ asset rate per year at Robins AFB, while continually meeting targeted sales goals, and keeping USAF monthly asset demands satisfied. Performed all administrative activities supporting APN-241, ensuring successful product workflow, and completion within the depot repair center. Coordinated internal repair activities with depot center personnel, collaborating, and providing direction to Production Control, Material Control, and Depot Sustainment personnel. Supported part obsolescence resolution activities on APN-241, forming guidance on long term part buys, and re-design efforts reducing the risk of low or obsolete parts. Developed and maintained an APN-241 part database used to provide forward looking material buy requirements based on consumption rates, reducing material shortage risks, and ensuring consistent production flow.

Warner Robins, Ga

Program Engineer - Ground Radar SystemsProvided engineering for full development (requirements, design, implementation, test, integration, verification/validation) of multiple components of the Radar Set, to meet customer requirements of hardware specifications. Provided technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost, supportability and effectiveness analysis. Performed analysis to include concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, and maintenance. Ensured the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Supported installation, checkout, and troubleshooting of all delivered hardware. Developed solutions to problems utilizing proactive concepts, techniques, and standards. Familiar with applicable electrical, power, environmental, and mechanical Military Standards. Provided RFP/RFQ analysis of incoming Statements of Work, proposal preparation, all in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Provided reviews of prepared proposals, and basis of estimates for program acceptance.

Arlington Heights, Il

CDMA Lab Network Engineer – Engineering Resources Management Mobile Switching CenterMobile Switching Center (MSC) - Performed all lab integration activities and support functions such as software load support, on call pager support, upgrades, modifications, calibrations, optimizations, installations, maintenance, along with troubleshooting of all Alcatel switching platforms (EMX), Base Site Systems (BSS) and associated peripherals and interconnectivity. Performed call load testing, sanity and regression testing for product development, utilized LABSIM automated test tool and CATAPULT test tools for call loading. Experienced in integration and connectivity of LANS/WANS, using T1, T3, ATM, ISDN, and ADSL technologies, also TCP/IP Networking using OSI 7 Layer Protocols. Performed installations, maintenance, and optimizations for Motorola RF Cell Sites to include Analog and Digital (CDMA) solutions.

Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, United States

F/FB-111, EF-111A - Electronic Warfare and Communication Systems TechnicianTroubleshot, repaired, modified, calibrated, and certified all components of the AN/ALQ-99E Tactical Jamming System, AN/ARC-164 UHF Radio Communication System, AN/ARC-190 HF Radio Communication System, AN/ARN-118 Tactical Air Navigation System, and AN/APX-64 Airborne Identification Radar System to the circuit and component level using computerized test equipment, technical publications and electronic schematics.Maintained the AN/ALM-204 Maintenance Test Set for the ALQ-99E Tactical Jamming System running ATLAS programming. Understood Stimulus and Response concepts, and how to troubleshoot STE issues down to the component.

Bachelor Of Science, Electronic Engineering Technology

Associate Of Science, Avionics Systems Technology