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Francine Nelson

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Operations Research Analyst | Executive Leader | Program Manager

  • Education

    • Boston University

      1989 - 1993
      Bachelor’s Degree Mathematics and Economics

    • U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology

      1997 - 1999
      MS Operations Research

      Thesis related to Combat Modeling

    • George Mason University

      2000 - 2012
      Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Operations Research

      PhD in Systems Engineering and Operations ResearchDissertation related to scheduling optimization

  • Experience

    • United States Space Command

      Jun 1994 - Aug 1997

      Officer in Charge of implementing Theater Ballistic Missile Warning procedures for Cheyenne Mountain Operations Center. Primary briefer to North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and USSPACECOM Command Center Directors on real-time warning of missile launches worldwide.

      • Theater Deputy Chief, Missile Operations Branch, Operations Directorate

        Feb 1996 - Aug 1997

      • Missile Warning Center Deputy Crew Commander

        Jun 1994 - Feb 1996

    • U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology

      Aug 1997 - Mar 1999
      Graduate Student

      Operations Research Emphasis in Simulation/Combat Modeling. Thesis Research titled “A Validation Assessment of THUNDER 6.5’s Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Module”.Won Mervin E. Gross Award for exceptional academic achievement and high qualities of character, initiative and leadership.

    • National Reconnaissance Office

      Mar 1999 - Aug 2003

      Conducted studies to evaluate NRO imagery systems’ future capabilities and impacts.3-time Junior Officer of the Year; won the Arthur S. Flemming Award in Applied Science. Produced NRO Master Schedule and Integrated Road Map along with acquisition scheduling metrics for NRO senior decision makers.

      • Chief, Imagery Systems Studies Branch, Deputy Director for System Engineering

        Jan 2001 - Aug 2003

      • Chief, Integrated Planning, Corporate Operations Office

        Mar 1999 - Jan 2001

    • Space Warfare Center

      Aug 2003 - Jul 2005
      Deputy Commander, Plans Flight, 527th Space Aggressor Squadron

      Mission Commander for satellite communications and Global Positioning System (GPS) jamming events to train combat and combat support forces.

    • Defense Intelligence Agency

      Jul 2005 - Aug 2006
      Research Fellow, Joint Military Intelligence College

      Research titled “Optimization of a Tasking Algorithm for Space Radar”.

    • Headquarters Air Force

      Aug 2006 - May 2010

      • Led capability requirement documents development within the Space Control mission area. Guided analysis to ensure requirements were fiscally informed. • Presented information to Air Force leaders for Congressional, Joint Staff, and Office of the Secretary of Defense discussions on space control and space protection issues. • Space ISR expert for Air Staff Operations Directorate. Conveyed budgetary and capability impacts of space ISR programs to Air Force senior leaders.• Led 30+ team of Air Force and joint officers to develop the Air Force Space Radar Employment Concept; coordinated with National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

      • Chief, Space Control Branch, Space Requirements Division

        Aug 2007 - May 2010

      • Chief, Space Systems Intelligence Branch, Space Operations Division

        Aug 2006 - Aug 2007

    • Office of the Secretary of Defense

      Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
      Intelligence Programs Analyst, Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation

      Evaluated Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) and Space Control programs in support of Defense programming decisions. Orchestrated 100+ representatives from 27 Department of Defense and Intelligence Community organizations to frame $20B in proposed intelligence and space control program funding adjustments for Secretary of Defense budget decisions.

    • Air Force Recruiting Service

      Jun 2011 - Jul 2013
      Commander, 338th Recruiting Squadron

      Commanded a squadron of 98 military and government civilians to access high performing, diverse men and women for service in the United States Air Force. Spoke to 400+ community leaders at 30+ events on benefits of joining the Air Force. Won the Federally Employed Women’s Military Service Award for work in supporting and promoting diversity, equality, and advancement of women in the Air Force.

    • United States Strategic Command

      Jul 2013 - Jun 2015
      Deputy Chief, Operations Plans Division, Operations Directorate

      Managed 30+ military and civilian personnel to develop crisis action planning products and provide regional awareness to the Commander of US Strategic Command. Led all personnel actions, budget execution, and 500+ taskings for the Division.

    • United States Cyber Command

      Jun 2015 - Aug 2018
      Chief, Mission Integration Division, Capabilities Development Group

      Led 50+ military and civilian personnel that manage cyber technical programs to deliver capabilities for cyber operations. Developed and instituted the USCYBERCOM requirements and solutions analysis process for technical cyber capabilities. Established best practices for the management of cyber capability development, including tracking and reporting to Command senior leadership. Led creation of new 150+ person USCYBERCOM Directorate. Authored the organization’s Implementation Plan, defining organizational structure and functions. Managed staff, strategic planning and taskings for the CDG. Show less

    • Peraton

      Sept 2018 - now
      Senior Operations Research Analyst

      Provides analysis and assessments of cyberspace operations, operational-level planning, joint and multilateral training exercises, and strategic engagement policy.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Project Management Professional (PMP)

      Project Management Institute
      Dec 2015
      View certificate certificate

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Francine Nelson
      Military Meritorious Service Award Federally Employed Women Jul 2013 FEW’s Military Recognition Award is an annual award given to a maximum of six exceptional military service members, one for each service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard) and one for one member of the National Guard, a valued partner of FEW.The purpose of FEW’s Military Meritorious Service Awards is to recognize outstanding military service members within the Armed Forces who have distinguished themselves with significant contributions to their service and our nation by one or… Show more FEW’s Military Recognition Award is an annual award given to a maximum of six exceptional military service members, one for each service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard) and one for one member of the National Guard, a valued partner of FEW.The purpose of FEW’s Military Meritorious Service Awards is to recognize outstanding military service members within the Armed Forces who have distinguished themselves with significant contributions to their service and our nation by one or more of the following:-Promoting a positive understanding of the armed forces among and between men and women, minority and non-minority members of the military and civilian population.-Fostering an innovative and constructive environment between the military and civilian community and men and women of all races and ethnic backgrounds that benefit employees and/or community residents.-Displaying exceptional character that distinguishes the individual as an outstanding leader and role model.-Supporting and working towards the advancement of women within the armed forces. Show less
    • Awarded to Francine Nelson
      Arthur S. Flemming Award in Applied Science George Washington University Jun 2003 For more than six decades, the Arthur S. Flemming Awards have recognized outstanding men and women in the federal government. The awards were established in 1948 in honor of Arthur Flemming’s commitment to public service throughout his distinguished career, which spanned seven decades and 11 presidencies. Recognized by the President of the United States, agency heads, and the private sector, the winners are selected from all areas of the federal service.The purpose of the Arthur S. Flemming… Show more For more than six decades, the Arthur S. Flemming Awards have recognized outstanding men and women in the federal government. The awards were established in 1948 in honor of Arthur Flemming’s commitment to public service throughout his distinguished career, which spanned seven decades and 11 presidencies. Recognized by the President of the United States, agency heads, and the private sector, the winners are selected from all areas of the federal service.The purpose of the Arthur S. Flemming Award is fourfold:- to recognize outstanding and meritorious achievement in working for the federal government;- to encourage the highest standards of performance in the federal service;- to enhance appreciation of our form of government and the opportunities and responsibilities that it presents; and- to attract outstanding individuals to a career in federal service.The George Washington University and the Arthur S. Flemming Awards Commission present a total of twelve awards annually in five categories:-Leadership and/or Management-Legal Achievement-Social Science, Clinical Trials and Translational Research-Applied Science and Engineering-Basic Science Show less
    • Awarded to Francine Nelson
      Mervin E. Gross Award Air Force Institute of Technology Graduate School of Engineering Mar 1999 The Mervin E. Gross Award is for exceptional academic achievement and high qualities of character, initiative and leadership.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Founder and lead of "Free GED Math Tutoring" nonprofit

      Issued by GED Math Tutoring
      GED Math TutoringAssociated with Francine Nelson

    • Support Team Member

      Issued by Kairos on Mar 2016
      KairosAssociated with Francine Nelson