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Competent in all relevant processes required for program execution: Bid and Proposals, Gate Reviews, Contract Award, Scheduling, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Customer Interface. Successfully managed several Integrated Product Teams that completed project tasks with consistent favorable Earned Value (EVMS) metrics. Projects include V22, H1, and ARH maintenance trainers and several IR&D projects. Assumed primary responsibility for XworX Bid & Proposal efforts to internal Bell customers and external commercial/military customers by writing and reviewing the Statements of Work, developing Schedules, and managing Cost Estimates.

Managed and supervised the entire operation including marketing, engineering, manufacturing, and administration. Led the Bid & Proposal efforts for all major contracts, including military, civil, and international. Acted as marketing lead for all print and Internet media campaigns as well as trade shows. Oversaw the finance department including all cost accounting, invoicing, payroll, and tax return preparation. Implemented Global's ERP/MRP computer system to control configuration management, procurement, inventory, sales orders, work orders, quality control, and shipping. Oversaw Environmental Health and Safety programs as well as facilities management. Participated in several Merger and Acquisition proposals. Member of the Board of Directors for 14 years. Achieved record sales and profit levels.

Managed and supervised a staff of 14-18 personnel in engineering, flight testing, manufacturing, procurement, and quality control. Very experienced with program management including writing proposals, developing Statements of Work, constructing cost estimates, conducting contract negotiations, and completing milestones. Hands-on responsibility for design, rapid prototyping, installation, and flight testing. Acquired extensive knowledge of FAR Part 27/29 Rotorcraft Airworthiness criteria, engine and performance characteristics, helicopter subsystems, and mission equipment. Wrote numerous test plans and final test reports for the FAA and Army/Navy airworthiness authorities. Major helicopter programs include:Pratt and Whitney PT6-67D engine integration and STC certification for the UH-1H helicopterLHTEC T800 engine upgrade for the UH-1, Agusta A139, and Hindustan ALH helicoptersRolls Royce model 250 C30G engine integration and certification for the Bell 222 helicopterGoodrich HUMS integration on the UH-1Y/AH-1Z helicopter upgrade programGlobal UH-1 Improved Performance Tail Rotor Upgrade STC certificationGlobal UH-1 Fin Spar Repair Kit STC certification, manufacturing, and delivery of 800 unitsMD 902 helicopter weapons integration and qualification of the GAU 19 and 2.75" rocketsAeronautical Accessories 206 and 212/412 External Hoist Kit design and STC certificationIsolair 212/412 Wildfire Suppression System STC for the 212/412 and BK117 helicopters

Managed the Integrated Product Team that performed powerplant design and analysis for helicopter propulsion and drive systems. Wrote test plans, conducted bench and flight testing, analyzed data, and wrote final test reports. Designed and approved component and mechanical/electrical installation drawings. Gained valuable expertise with airborne data acquisition systems and post-processing of acquired data.

Designed fuel and oil systems, inlet and exhaust systems, landing gear components, and assisted with structural engineering of the airframe modifications. Performed stress and systems analysis to demonstrate compliance with FAA FAR Part 27/29 regulations.

Created component and assembly level drawings for mechanical components. Performed engineering liaison with machine shops and vendors. Assisted with developmental flight testing and product improvements. Utilized 2D and 3D CAD/CAM software.