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Responsible for the development, implementation, and continuation of organizational quality management system in accordance with regulatory, statutory, customer, and organizational requirements. Employ change management principles to drive financial and operational goals within the business.

• Responsible for driving efficiencies and optimization through operational excellence by transforming the culture into a LEAN and continuous improvement environment
• Employ Project Management principles to execute projects across functional areas
• Lead initiatives to improve operational metrics and reduce Turn Around Time (TAT) and improve operational efficiencies
• Collaborate with members of the Executive Leadership Team in support of strategic objectives
• Collaborate with Operations and the Business Development team to assess growth opportunities and develop robust capacity planning modelsPromote a professional culture of mutual respect, empowerment, and excellence
• Champion a robust Continuous Improvement culture

Scottsdale, AZ, US

Responsible for the operational performance of the Military Engine MRO Business UnitManaged 8 professional and technical direct reports and responsible for 20 departments and 285 personnelAreas of responsibility included Production & Test, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Customer Service, Engineering and Program ManagementLed Sales & Operational Planning and.

Scottsdale, AZ, US

• Responsible for Operations related to the Interior Completion, Modification, and Maintenance of large transport category aircraft including Airbus A319/A320/A330 & Boeing 737/757/767/787/747 at Associated Air Center.
• Responsible for Engineering, Production with over 300,000 annual productive hours, Facilities Maintenance, and Environmental Health & Safety
• Led strategic planning, goal setting, and operational execution in support of strategic business objectives and annual operating plans.
• Managed 16 professional & technical direct reports and responsible for 17 departments with a workforce that ranges from 150-250 personnel
• Regularly interfaced with OEM's, customer, strategic suppliers, and FAA/EASA

Scottsdale, AZ, US

• Responsible for all Program Management & Planning aspects of the company’s portfolio of Aircraft Completion/Refurbishment and Modification Projects on Airbus A319/A320/A330’s & Boeing 737/757/747 platforms.
• 15 Direct Reports consisting of Project Managers, Operations Managers, and Planning personnel
• Responsible for all aspects of the programs including Profit & Loss, EVM, Schedule, Change Control, Quality, Certification, Customer Relations, Vendor Management and S&OP for the sight
• Improved and standardized processes for all phases of Project execution
• Led regular briefings to Executive Leadership on Portfolio performance
• Responsible for leading negotiation and issue resolution with the customers

Scottsdale, AZ, US

• Managed a portfolio of concurrent Lean improvement projects to streamline depot maintenance repair & overhaul operations at Tinker AFB & Hill AFB using Lean Six Sigma Methodology.
• Deployed multiple Integrated Product Teams (IPT) utilizing cross-functional personnel including project managers, engineers, and subject matter experts.
• Developed SOW's project schedules, budgets, and proposals
• Served as a primary interface to senior level executives with US Govt civilian personnel and US Air Force leadership
• Supported recruiting, hiring, training and development, and performance management for more than 30 professional and technical personnel.
• Managed major facility infrastructure improvements in support of the new shop layouts, and coordinated with architects and contractorsMember of the proposal writing team that secured the $500M multi-year US Air Force.

Scottsdale, AZ, US

• Served as a member of the SASAI Redesign Team developed the organizational model for the San Antonio T-56 operation.
• Managed a T-56 Engine Lean Cell responsible for component restoration
• Managed up to 35 technicians including machinists, welders, non-destructive inspectors, plasma spray operators, and painters.
• Developed computer capacity models, performance metrics, and monitored productivity
• Managed an annual cell budget in excess of $300K
• Championed several Continuous Improvement Initiatives that yielded over $100K in annual cost savings

Certified Aircraft Engine Mechanic performing depot level engine overhaul & maintenance on Pratt & Whitney F100-200/-229 engines, Rolls Royce T-56 engines, GE TF-39 engines, auxiliary power units (APU's), accessories and components.Certified TQM facilitator and Kaizen Team Lead for Engine Maintenance Division