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Fort Wayne, In, Us

Fort Wayne, In, Us

London, Gb

Operations Program Manager responsible for Airborne Tactical Radio operations performance and continuous improvement.

London, Gb

BAE Systems Inc.Hardware Quality EngineerOverview: Responsible for Modernized Radio build process and inspection intergrity. September 2022-Present• Prepare and execute internal audits of production area.• Identify and correct DCMA and commercial customer concerns through the use of Corrective Action Requests, Root Cause Corrective Action tools, process mapping and collaboration with leadership and production team members.• Lead/participate in process improvement activities.• Perform in process and final inspection of product and documentation for submittal to commercial and government customers.• Mentor and train new emplyees.

London, Gb

BAE Systems Inc.Business Area Supplier Quality Engineer/Hardware Quality Engineer June 2021- September 2022Overview: Demonstrated effectiveness in coordinating multiple supplier transitions in support of BAE Defense Program acquisition from Raytheon.• Communicated with and assisted suppliers in understanding the change in flowed down requirements that occurred as a result of the program acquisition.• Conducted product/process audits at prime suppliers.• Reviewed supplier FAI’s for conformance to BAE Systems and AS9102 requirements.• Developed and assured inclusion of quality clausing into BAE procurement contracts.• Developed source inspection instructions for use by Regional Supplier Quality Engineers, ensuring consistent inspection standards across suppliers.

Bethesda, Md, Us

March 2012 – February 2021 (Deployed Field Engineer) •Managed and coordinating multiple complex systems suppliers tasked with delivering product valued at +$49M to the company annually, including gas turbine engines, electrical management components, wheels, brakes and landing gear•Excel in optimizing operational processes through forging solid relationships with both internal and supplier production, quality, and scheduling leadership•Exceeds performance goals through implementation of Lean Six Sigma methodologies and Black Belt facilitation•Provide optimal oversight for RCCA and process improvement through FAI review and guidance, and process and product evaluation through all tiers of supply base•AS9100 audit assessor •Increased productivity of SQM Team by mentoring and training junior engineers•6 month stretch assignment as Technical Lead o Responsible for the performance of 12 Supplier Quality Engineers and 70 complex systems suppliersMar 2009 – Mar 2012 (Six Sigma Black Belt) Reported to Quality Director; determining and initiating improvement initiatives to boost organizational quality strategy.•Recognized for success in delivering six sigma support of corporate leadership initiatives, including company-wide process improvement and RCCA•Completed multiple internal AS9100 corporate production site audits focused on ensuring appropriate preparation for registrar and government assessments•Boosted organizational efficiency through support and mentoring of worldwide field quality engineers and suppliers as the SME in Process Improvement, Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) and Value Stream Mapping

Bethesda, Md, Us

• Core member of team spearheading the WBS and facility analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives for the F-35 moving production line and final finish facility. • Acknowledged for expertise in handling aircraft manufacturing and maintainability trade studies in coordination with the U.S Air Force in the role of continuous improvement team member and Six Sigma Facilitator • Coordinated efforts focused on creating traveled work and flight test instrument integration packages for boosting production operation efficiencies• Core team member of the facilities development team engaged in the process of determining facility footprint and layout requirements for the F-35 final finishes building, which was listed in the Top 30 Green facilities in Texas in 2008• 6 month stretch assignment as Production Supervisor in F-35 Wing Structures and Systems o 16 direct reportso Improved cost and schedule objectives

Bethesda, Md, Us

• Daily interface with United Arab Emirates Air Force officers.• Development of maintenance processes, avionics shop infrastructure and initial support requirements of United Arab Emirates Air Force. • Assisted with the aircraft parts Repair and Return program through buyer/supplier interfaces. • Project leader for aircraft fuel tank installation, reporting to program director. o Coordinated with Lockheed Martin flight line director and Air Force liason to improve the conformal fuel tank installation process; addressed customers and U.S. Air Force safety concerns. This project netted a cost avoidance of ~$18 million in fuel and flight costs during the life of the Emirates F-16 production.

Bethesda, Md, Us

• Authored white paper addressing barcoding and RF technologies requirements for Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter configuration and supply chain management.• Collaborated with Arthur Anderson, Caterpillar, BAE, Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin entities to develop supply chain and configuration management protocols for the F-35 program.o Protocols were presented to the DoD in support of the $200M F-35 Program awarded to Lockheed Martin Company in September of 2001.

Master Of Aeronautical Science, Aerospace Operations And Management

Bachelors, Operations And Logistics

Associates, Aviation Technology