Kyle Thacker, MA

Experience

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  US Army

  May 2009 - Jun 2015

  As the Commander for the Community Care Unit, I maintained Command and Control of the Company. I was responsible for all the unit accomplished or failed to accomplish, and ultimately responsible for the care, safety and successful transition of over 150 soldiers, as well as the direct supervision of 12 Military cadre, and 8 civil service employees. I was responsible for establishing a positive command climate and establishing conditions for Soldiers’ successful reintegration back to military duty or to Veteran status. With the Triad of care, we directed actions to ensure that the standards of care for the Soldier were met.-Responsible for coordination between military cadre, nurse case managers and medical professionals in all aspects of health care and patient management, to include mental, physical, social, and emotional wellbeing.-Supervised management of information and assistance regarding financial issues, billeting, legal, and community services for soldiers to establish conditions to either return to duty or transition from the Army-Responsible for executing the Warrior Transition Command's Comprehensive Transition Program (Mission).-Anticipated future needs to ensure mission success for the company. Show less -As the Company Executive Officer I assume Command in the absence of the Commander, and oversee Company activities. I keep the Commander informed on soldier issues that may require his/her attention. I conduct weekly meetings and work with cadre and other company elements to resolve any Soldier standard of care issue.-Facilitated a seamless transition to over 65 Soldiers during their medical evaluation and physical evaluation board processes: providing leadership and direction for world class health care along the way.-Administered, coordinated and evaluated all training and educational requirements for over 20 military employees, 15 civilian employees, and over 125 Soldiers going through transition.-Managed, planed and coordinated the execution of all organization operations, ensuring effective and quality based reporting of all administrative and human resource related actions. Show less -Responsible for planning, coordination and execution of all international logistics, specifically port, rail and highway movement control and transportation support to United States Forces Korea (USFK).-Responsible for all planning, analysis, and administration of upper level management’s operations, training, host nation resources, and operational support to all lower level US logistics organizations and their foreign counterparts.-Facilitated the coordination between United States Military entities and the Republic of Korea Security Forces and Republic of Korea government, for the protection and safety of all intra-country logistics operations.-Managed, audited and evaluated the performance of two commercial Korean logistics contracts and five commercial Korean blanket purchase agreements valued in excess of $2,200,000.00.-Responsible for managing logistics operations between internal units, US component services, and Korean Security Forces for all transportation logistics missions from the DMZ to the Port of Busan. Show less -Responsible for command and contol, planning, coordination and execution of port, rail and highway movement control and transportation support to the United States Forces Korea.-Ensured the personal welfare and promoted the professional development of five augmented Korean Soldiers and two Korean government “Korean National” workers: resulting in a more effective and efficient workplace.-Selected to oversee and coordinate a multi-nation logistical training exercise and exercise rehearsal: received acknowledgement and accolades from the senior US General for outstanding performance.-Responsible for overall management, planning, coordination and execution of multi-functional international logistics support to United States Forces Korea through government and commercial assets. Show less

  • Company Commander

    May 2014 - Jun 2015

  • Company Executive Officer

    Aug 2013 - May 2014

  • Movements Control Officer (Project Manager)

    Dec 2011 - Jul 2013

  • Mobility Officer (Assistant Project Manager)

    May 2009 - Dec 2011
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  LyondellBasell

  May 2016 - Aug 2016

  Global Security & Crisis Management

  Conducted complex security risk assessments of high value corporate facilities, operations, and assets. Collected, evaluated, and analyzed open source information to develop threat assessments and risk forecasts. Assisted corporate investigations in various international legal jurisdictions to support global business goals. Managed corporate crises procedures to minimize security risk while directly supporting global business ops. Analyzed multi-dimensional global security risk management strategies to present findings to senior leaders. Show less

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  U.S. Department of State

  Feb 2017 - Apr 2017

  Diplomatic Security

  Assisted with the Protective Services (PRS) of foreign dignitaries, officials, and the U.S. Secretary of State. Contributed to investigations of passport and visa fraud, and personnel security investigations. Assisted with Security Site Surveys and liaised with the local Consular Corps as a Protective Liaison. Participated in international investigations, threat analysis, cyber security, and counter-terrorism operations.

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  LyondellBasell

  Sept 2017 - Oct 2019

  Troubleshoot and diagnose rail route issues to develop and create new rail patterns and routes, resulting in decreased transportation costs, more accurate routes, and faster deliveries. Analyze product prices and rail freight rates to accurately diagnose invoice issues, resulting in faster on time rail invoice payments, fewer open rail invoices and increased Global Supply Chain savings. Monitor and respond to rail and post goods issued problems, providing guidance and feedback in real time. Prepare, process, and distribute rail serving carrier, railroad workflow, and rail freight auto accrue reports to various employees, groups, and operational sites throughout the company. Saved LyondellBasell over $381,000 through commercial rail freight disputes. Show less

  • Logistics Specialist (Plant Logistics)

    Dec 2018 - Oct 2019

  • Commercial Logistics Buyer

    Sept 2017 - Dec 2018
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  Amentum

  Oct 2019 - Feb 2022

  NASA JETS Subcontract Administrator

  I develop, award and administer 10 to 15 major cost reimbursable and time & material subcontracts valued at over $10M. I procure, fully document and ensemble files for commercial and non-commercial purchase orders and subcontracts. I develop and lead source selection teams involving supplier qualification sourcing procedures, requirements definition, development of proposal evaluation criteria and evaluation processes.Responsible for projects related to the new vision for space exploration, including the Crew Exploration Vehicle (CEV) Parachute Assembly System, CEV Crew Module Hypervelocity Impact Testing, Advanced Space Suit System Development, and James Webb Space Telescope test facility modifications. Show less

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  NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

  Feb 2022 - now

  Contract Specialist

  As a Contract Specialist at NASA, I serve as a trusted business advisor, managing all pre-award and post-award functions for a wide range of supply, service, research, and construction contracts. My role includes analyzing complex requirements, developing acquisition strategies, and crafting innovative solutions to meet mission-critical needs.Key responsibilities include:Managing the full contracting lifecycle, from initial procurement planning to contract award and administration.Recommending revisions to statements of work, specifications, and acquisition plans to optimize outcomes.Monitoring contract performance, resolving challenges, and approving progress payments to ensure mission success.Developing and analyzing cost-related sections of complex solicitations, including price adjustments, terminations, and labor/material costs.Evaluating bids and proposals for compliance, fiscal soundness, and production capacity. Show less