Experience

• 

  Orbitalatk (acquired by northrop grumman in 2018)

  Jan 2016 - Jan 2018

  Lead production technician

  Facilitated process reviews and collaborated with leadership to maintain plant standards, ensuring optimal production efficiency. Managed daily assignments for production technicians within the work cell, optimizing workflow and productivity. Monitored and recorded production rates, gathering crucial data to support continuous process improvement. Supervised technician compliance with Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) in work cell areas, guaranteeing procedural integrity. Maintained traceability of parts throughout the production process, safeguarding product quality and compliance.Key Contributions:· Enhanced team skills and knowledge by leading and mentoring technicians in process operations and machinery functionalities.· Maintained organized and efficient production environment by ensuring strict adherence to 5S protocols within work cell area.· Elevated plant standards by participating in process reviews and aiding leadership in maintaining rigorous production protocols.· Optimized production workflows by effectively coordinating daily tasks of 16 production operators, ensuring on schedule tasks. Show less

• 

  Northrop grumman

  Jan 2018 - now

  Spearhead team of nine direct reports and 27 contractors, including overseeing the operation of over 500 manufacturing devices nationwide. Oversee the development and implementation of strategic plans for Aeronautics Sector Rated Services and Allocation Budgets to ensure high-quality, timely enterprise services are delivered within budget constraints. Champion the execution of strategic initiatives within manufacturing shop floor control environments while focusing on technical requirements, delivery, infrastructure, and automation. Ensure compliance with DFARS, NIST SP-800-171, and CMMC standards across multiple manufacturing settings, maintaining meticulous documentation. Overhaul IT-related processes and procedures, creating comprehensive documentation to streamline operations and enhance system integrity.Key Contributions:· Generated annual savings of $50K by innovating new work schedule for IT employees, optimizing resources and operational costs.· Empowered IT staff through targeted training and leadership and fostered professional growth by mentoring nine team members.· Enhanced network security by leading the team in defining firewall rules for 17 different environments and relocating approximately 150 PCs behind these firewalls, significantly mitigating cybersecurity risks.· Succeeded in replacing up to 75 complex manufacturing computer systems, meticulously planning and executing the project to minimize downtime and ensure continuity in manufacturing processes. Show less Led training initiatives for PC Network Support Technicians on new processes/procedures aimed at enhancing team capabilities. Redesigned computer systems to upgrade and replace existing manufacturing systems, ensuring compliance with government regulations. Directed and managed the delivery of end-user impacting projects, including IT equipment moves and operating system upgrades, ensuring goals were met. Coordinated with IT support personnel and external vendors to resolve issues, facilitating effective problem-solving and support. Developed and updated IT-related documentation, such as installation notes and process manuals, ensuring clear communication of changes and procedures to team members.Key Contributions:· Enhanced system security and compliance by successfully upgrading 500 manufacturing computers to devices compliant with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).· Standardized processes and improved operational efficiency while authoring standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the configuration of 15 distinct computer systems.· Assured National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) compliance across company systems while aligning with established security policies and managing risk impact effectively. Show less Managed inventory of all IT equipment at the Clearfield site to ensure accuracy and accountability. Addressed and resolved technical issues to ensure seamless operations in collaboration with various Enterprise IT groups, local customers, and external vendors. Established and administered Group Policy Objects (GPOs) for issue resolution and to establish standardization across the enterprise. Implemented and maintained wide range of hardware, including computers, printers, projectors, and mobile devices, alongside troubleshooting network and connectivity problems. Documented incident resolutions and conducted routine administrative and technical tasks, including operating log reviews, system imaging, and compiling various reports.Key Contributions:· Deployed software packages across extensive computer collections using System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) and handled user and computer account management via Active Directory.· Enhanced system standardization and efficiency through the creation of GPOs, addressing widespread problems within organization.· Maintained rigorous control over IT assets by accurately managing inventory of IT equipment, preventing loss and discrepancies.· Ensured operational readiness of all hardware and resolved network issues while providing robust support for hardware installations and network connectivity. Show less

  • Information Technology Manager

    Jan 2023 - now

  • Principal Computer System Analyst

    Jan 2021 - Jan 2023

  • PC Network Support Technician

    Jan 2018 - Jan 2021