I advance companies’ strategic planning, business development, program management, and systems engineering & operations. Specialize in satellite systems – access to space, architecture, acquisition, and product development.https://www.consultlrc.com/

I established the company’s vision of a service to advance space commerce, exploration, environmental awareness, and security. I led the initial company investment and acquisition, and stood up and led SpaceLink’s operations, including program management, supply chain, security, and IT.

I transformed company technical, cost, and schedule performance, and achieved operational excellence and market competitiveness through company and supplier initiatives. Drove comprehensive advances in engineering & manufacturing, business development, R&D, quality, finance, and human resources.Increased revenues with more competitive products; expanded investments in R&D from greater profitability. Improved core management systems, products, tools, processes, and company culture with disciplined aligning of stakeholder interests.Promoted collaboration to execute projects and implement best practices by developing a platform of innovation.

I exceeded profit targets on a portfolio of more than a score of communications satellite programs ($150M+ each) for a wide range of commercial and government customers. Delivered satellites on time by mentoring and directing program executives to lead engineers and production staff to prioritize, break through barriers, and relentlessly attack the critical pathLed as prime contractor to partner with launch and ground providers, insurance community, and government regulators to meet customer objectives

Led advanced teams to capture and execute >$2B of business by working closely with customers to provide products that met their needs. Directed satellite systems business development and acquisition efforts, including pre-proposal studies, program proposals, and contract negotiations

I built and led Maxar’s enterprise-wide global supply chain and strategic sourcing team, and drove $25M of savings by leveraging company scale and advancing corporate synergy by aligning category strategies with business unit goals.

NNID was committed to reduce driving distractions and impairment. The foundation held technology and developed programs that promoted safety by controlling communications while in motion.

Systems engineering management for HSC, Hughes Communications, Inc. (Galaxy Programs), and for the Galileo Jupiter Probe; Advanced Systems Design