PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support/PM Transportation Systems (PM TS):Lead Systems and Production Engineer for the HUSK (HET Urban Survivability Kit Armored Cab Program) and technical advisor to the HUSK Assistant Product Manager (APM). Engaged directly with Rock Island Arsenal (RIA-JMTC) for all component/systems engineering/management functions to include integration, acquisition, manufacturing, and future fielding of a HUSK Armored Cab onto the EHETS M1300 truck.• Managed the HUSK budget and led the weekly HUSK-GVSC Sync IPT which required managing all resources including allocating funds, prioritizing CAD support, providing technical guidance and coordinating with product planning to quickly contain and close-out challenges and to ensure cost, schedule & performance were on track.• Led, supervised, and managed the M1300 Mod B-HUSK Cab Integration Kit development comprised of several GVSC DTA-PIF subject matter experts to design and manufacture (145) production kits for OCONUS vehicle integration in Europe.

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support/PM Transportation Systems (PM TS):Served as a Technical Evaluator on a Source Selection Evaluation Board (SSEB) for an ACAT III new EHETS commercial based 8-axle Trailer (M1302) program that resulted in leading the Payload Capacity sub-factor team for the Request for Proposal (RFP) evaluation.• Delivered a technical sub-factor compliance review and documented for use in contract negotiations which led to adjudicating responses and preparation of a technical assessment, comparing the contractor described enhancements to the performance specification requirements. This effort has led to a new enhanced trailer that is able to transport the increased full combat weight with force protection kits of both the Abrams (M1SEPv3) and Combat Recovery (M88A3) vehicles.• Completed the evaluation three months earlier which led to a first delivery order of (73) trailers worth $37M and trailer fielding’s, 1-2 years ahead of schedule for transport of 85+ ton payloads throughout the U.S. and Europe.

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support/PM Transportation Systems (PM TS):Served as the Lead Engineer for the ACAT III M915A5 Line Hauler armored kit ($36M/250 kits) program that successfully led to oversight of hundreds of M915A5 drawing changes. This resulted in an overall released TDP package and completion of (255+) drawings for RIA-JMTC to proceed with production to meet the Long-Term Armor Strategy (LTAS) for the warfighter.• Led the M915A5 Armor Protection Kit weekly Engineering IPT with RIA-JMTC and completed a successful First Article Inspection (FAI)/Physical Configuration Audit (PCA) which verified manufacturing & all assembly kits met Government requirements. Key fit, form, function, and safety issues were identified, and corrective actions released.• Assessed and led the FHTV HEMTTA4/PLSA1 B-Kits, HEMTTA4 Tanker (TAM) and HEMTTA4/PLSA1 Underbody Armor Protection C-Kits competitive small business set-aside effort with contractor XPER. This effort resulted in completing 100% audit of the PCA data which led to the successful build of (4) each of B-Kits & C-Kits by XPER that commenced production release of updated Armor Protection Kit TDPs for manufacture and storage in ISO containers, for future vehicle armor installations and ultimately warfighter protection.

Served as a Past Performance Evaluator on a Source Selection Evaluation Board (SSEB) for an ACAT III new multiple Heavy Tactical Vehicle Armored Protection Kits contract award program that resulted in leading the Past Performance of four contractor proposals for the Request for Proposal (RFP) evaluation.• Developed Debriefs, Interim, & Final briefings and conducted many peer reviews which were successfully completed and presented to the PCO and SSA Chair with a Small Business offeror (XPER) chosen for the contract award.• Resolved concerns by the past performance evaluators on the SSEB by developing a side-by-side comparison chart of the PPQ, CPAR & SSP ratings and definitions to support the final assessments within the specific offeror’s evaluations.• Reviewed and adjudicated all SSEB team responses on the evaluations including from ACC Contracting, S3COE lead and the PCO which led to quick turnaround and a shortened timeline schedule. Ultimately, the Army is now capable to provide Soldiers increased protection during missions in hostile environments with the new armor protection kits.

PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support/PM Transportation Systems (PM TS):Served as one of the PdM Heavy Tactical Vehicles (HTV) engineers responsible for providing technical and engineering expertise to support platform activities throughout the lifecycle stages.• Managed the Technical Data Package (TDP) maturation ECP effort with Rock Island Depot (RIA) & TARDEC Center for Systems Integration (CSI) on the HET Urban Survivability Kit (HUSK) armored cab program.• Led the Systems Technical Support (STS) cost plus fixed fee contract oversite and engineering support for the production and sustainment of Family of Heavy Tactical Vehicles (FHTV). Engaged directly with prime contractor Oshkosh on the prime mover tactical vehicles Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT), Palletized Load System (PLS) and Heavy Equipment Transporter System (HETS) trucks for production and sustainment.• Provided engineering support for the platform objectives with regard to development, production, fielding and sustainment of the heavy tactical vehicles. Collaborated with team members from various functional areas (program management, logistics, quality, test, business management & contracting) and other organizations to resolve technical issues and address platform priorities in a timely and effective manner.

PEO Ground Combat Systems/PD Main Battle Tank Systems (PD MBTS):Served as one of the PdD Combat Recovery Systems (CRS) M88A2 Heavy Equipment Recovery Combat Utility and Evacuation System (HERCULES) engineers accountable for overall vehicle engineering system requirements and assured that the M88 provided towing, winching and hoisting operations to support battlefield recovery operations.• Managed the mechanical and electrical systems for production and sustainment of the M88A2/M88A1 vehicles and supported the modernization program for a future potential 80 ton single recovery vehicle.• Directed and coordinated engineering related activities involved with the design, development, systems integration, production and sustainment of the M88 combat recovery vehicle and sub-systems. Performed oversight of contractor solutions for test and production problems leading to issue resolution. Assisted in the development of a Configuration Management Plan to improve overall program communication within the different functional areas.• Managed the incorporation of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) into production of the M88A2 by reviewing drawings and technical specifications in the Windchill database.• Led the STS/Production IPT teams and was engaged directly with prime contractor BAE Systems as well as with TARDEC, ILSC, USMC-Marines, ANAD-Anniston Army Depot, DLA-Defense Logistics Agency, TACOM Contracting Office and other sub-suppliers.• Completed a touch point event for improved headlights with the Soldiers in which they were run through the testing paces, collected data through surveys, and then feedback was incorporated into the improved headlights for production.• Engineering focused areas included: Mobility-Track and Suspension, Final Drives, Transmission/Engine, Auxiliary Power Unit, Hydraulic and Auxiliary Systems, Main Winch, Headlights etc...

PEO Ground Combat Systems/PM Ground Combat Vehicle (PM GCV):Served as the power storage and generation engineer accountable for requirement compliance, design, development and fabrication of the power storage & generation components and subsystems on the Infantry Fighting Vehicles within the PEO Ground Combat Systems (GCS).• Managed the mechanical, electrical integration and risk management aspects of the propulsion and power generation products (diesel/hybrid/battery electric systems) being developed.• Led and managed the HV/LV Energy Storage Systems (Li-Ion Battery) IPT team during the Technology Development Phase for both contractors (BAE & GDLS) and prepared for the Engineering & Manufacturing Development Phase of the PM GCV program.• Organized and managed the GDLS Automotive IPT and BAE Mobility & Power IPT on a weekly basis to understand both contractor’s potential risks and the development of the ground combat vehicle automotive subsystems through the development cycle including (requirements analysis, preliminary and detailed designs, fabrication, assembly, integration and test).• Governed and attended with Military personnel in several Product Design Reviews with contractors BAE/MTU/ESW in Friedrichshafen & Essen, Germany to review testing of the 536kW I-6 Diesel Engines and 550kW Generators.

Previously known as TARDEC (Tank Automotive Research Development Engineering Center){Prior Contractor for 7 months with Alion Science and Technology}Served as a key Army team member of the Value Engineering organization, maintaining the savings idea project tracking database for use in TARDEC’s Engineering Business Group. Focused on conducting, monitoring, and coordinating acquisition, logistics and engineering activities in achieving $250M per year cost savings across all Army military ground vehicle system lines, fielded components and sub-systems.• Collaborated, provided consultation and forged strong relationships with the PEO (GCS-Ground Combat Systems, CS & CSS-Combat Systems Support) offices to reduce overall costs and execute product improvement actions.• Processed TACOM/contractor engineering change proposals in the value engineering management system.• Maintained continuous surveillance of technical trends and promoted the use of value engineering.• Composed briefings for the Army Materiel Command and the TACOM LCMC Major General/Deputy General on quarterly status to target goals.

Managed up to 10 engineering professionals responsible for launching multiple new and carryover car and truck programs at 11 assembly plants. Powertrain components included new electro-hydraulic transmission components, driveshafts, halfshafts and linkshafts components.• Developed new transmission design rules and test specifications to improve product quality and reduce warranty expense.• Designed and packaged new transmission oil cooling lines and fill tubes for new diesel and gas engines and a new transmission for the Super Duty truckline.• Identified and resolved transmission component quality/field issues resulting in reducing repairs by 70% at three months in service.

Responsible for ensuring that design issues identified at the assembly plants were addressed and resolved quickly to eliminate any potential recalls.• Completed more than 40 vehicle inspections at Ford and supplier plants to resolve product design, manufacturing and assembly issues, improve plant productivity levels and corporate profitability.• Led significant training and infrastructure development initiatives, including application of DFMEA and other methods of improved engineering rigor.• Developed ISO 9001/14001 documentation to assure corporate audit compliance.

Managed five engineering professionals responsible for supply chain and material cost reductions for 10 car and truck programs including axle and driveline, transfer case, engine and transmission mounts, exhaust, air induction, fuel systems, cooling, engine and transmission components.• Saved $95 million in costs by redesigning powertrain components as a result of competitive benchmarking actions. • Mentored and recommended a direct report who was selected as the Engineering Society of Detroit’s Outstanding Young Engineer of the Year Award.• Conducted a Six Sigma DMAIC Project on Panther PTSE Material Cost Reductions to identify $25 in additional actions per vehicle in the Rotating Parts-axle/driveline, Stationary Parts-exhaust, aftertreatment, air induction, mounts, fuel systems, accelerator controls, PTO-transmission & engine areas.

Trained and provided technical direction for a new team of eight engineering professionals responsible for the design and release of new powertrain components and systems for the newly created Lincoln Powertrain Organization. • Designed and released new engine and transmission mounts and a new 4x4 system for the Lincoln Aviator that was NVH tuned as a luxury vehicle.• Redesigned the Lincoln Navigator driveline systems and powertrain mounts.• Achieved highest performance rating for the successful launch of new Lincoln products.

Analyzed advanced powertrain systems integration to ensure overall engineering feasibility. • Improved fuel economy performance from 1 to 2 mpg by analyzing and incorporating viable supplier and engineering improvement opportunities such as parasitic loss reductions on complete powertrain systems.• A key team member of an axle commodity strategy aligned with Purchasing and Pre-Program Powertrain that analyzed other potential suppliers for the NA region commodity business plan.

Previously known as Alcan Aluminum Ltd. (Duralcan USA)Reported to the Vice President and General Manager and was responsible for marketing and sales of advanced technology of aluminum metal matrix composites in foundry ingots and extrusion billets for automotive products in the North American, European and Asian markets.• Managed five international technical consultants within their regional areas on commercial light weight automotive applications.• Developed and executed OEM and Tier 1 & 2 supplier marketing plans for the adoption and proliferation of metal matrix composites for brake rotors and drums, driveshafts (propshafts), suspension components, axle carrier and transmission housings.• Sponsored collaborations with parts and machining companies to research fabrication, tooling and welding of MMCs to ensure development of the necessary application technologies. • Participated in the Alcan "Developing Professionals Program" as part of the management training process throughout the U.S. and Canada.

• Presented and delivered in-depth product request for quote information to OEM’s in support of new business generation (i.e. Statement of Work, Bill of Materials etc...). Completed project proposals such as GMT355/I190 rear axle, Isuzu Rodeo rear axle, GMT265 AWD system, ’01 Jaguar X400 AWD system, Amazon module project etc… • Supported several presentations to prospective customers (i.e. GM, Isuzu, Chrysler, Mazda, Jaguar, Daewoo, Toyota, Kia/Asia Motors etc…) in Japan/Europe/North America.• Assisted Global Marketing and Sales as part of several Account Teams and supported trade and technical shows as required.• Collaborated with European Manufacturing Plants (Dueren, Germany and Swansea, Wales) and the Chassis Business Office (Product Planning, Finance and Cost Estimating) to establish new business for Chassis Systems/Modules and Components.

Design and Release / Launch Engineer (1995-1996)Light and Compact Truck Group, Axle and Driveline-On site launch support at Michigan Truck Assy Plant for 1997 Expedition Launch-Manufacturing support at Sterling Axle Plant for new 8.8" front & 9.75" rear axles, drivelinesSystems / Design Engineer, Steering and Suspension Systems (1989-1995)Large FWD Carline Vehicle Center, Chassis-Support at Atlanta Assy Plant for 1996 Taurus/Sable LaunchAdvanced Product Design Engineer, Advanced Steering (1987-1989)Car Product Development, ChassisFord College Graduate-Product Engineer, Vehicle Development (1985-1987)Car Product Development, Body and Chassis (Rotational training program as acting resident)-On site support at Lorain Assy Plant for 1988 T-Bird Launch-On site support at Indianapolis Steering Plant for new power rack & pinion steering gears and pumps