Cody Patrick

Experience

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  Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems

  Jan 2005 - Apr 2011

  Systems Engineer
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  Raytheon

  Jun 2005 - Apr 2011

  Systems Engineer E02

  • Delivered test requirements in DOORS ahead of schedule as a Functional Verification Testing Lead• Presented in the CCS Critical Design Review attended by many government officials (receiving award)

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  Northeastern University

  Apr 2011 - May 2012

  Full Time Masters Student
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  GE Aviation

  Jun 2012 - Jul 2021

  • Hired, led, and mentored a team of Product CCB Managers developing processes to improve productivity• Drove cross functional initiatives with Engineering, Digital Analytics, Product Development, Material Planning, Quality, and Suppliers facilitating timely critical system changes leading to $5.2M savings, key business need• Audited Supply Chain’s long lead Materials Build Plans to identify $300k in savings for T901 engine program• Led LEAN AWO with all branches of USG utilizing Kanban to fully implement the customer centric Future Stateo Post AWO, reported out the technology roadmap to exec level partners with regular updates• Piloted tracking rhythm to ensure change compliance with Supply Chain to lower Quality Escapes• Negotiated contract deliverables with Army with 100% OTD within negotiated funding levels• Completed Nextpert training program geared towards empowering rising leaders; Capstone Leadership graduate Show less • Delivered VCPLab’s first Cut In savings via Rate Harmonization at Healthcare earning Above and Beyond awardo Scaled across business as Team Lead of 7 VCPLab Engineers to save $3M annually• Took innovative approach with Aviation’s largest supplier in Turkey to address Fx related opportunity based on Should Cost components of Total Supplier spend saving $5.25M annually over 5 years• Forecasted Woodward’s Aftermarket Volume Value and TCO to establish more equitable contract profitability• Led Should Cost and Strategic Negotiation with Sumatech on critical Bleed Valve product saving $1.5M• Recipient of Tools & Process Excellence Award at ERD for Cost Out as a Science• Graduated from the GE Capstone Leadership program Show less • Hardware owner of the T700 Sensor Harnesses effectively mitigating fit and shorting field issueso Successfully performed root cause analysis on issues and drove design changes, ERD nomination• Drafted the ITEP Controls General Spec working cross functionally to meet a key proposal deadline• Executed program critical tasks efficiently utilizing guidance from senior engineering resourceso Picked up critical dry rig test and analysis responsibilities in just over one month• Spearheaded improvement in productivity and reliability by converting requirements management to DOORS• Executed the first software drop done in Synergy improving productivity and reliability Show less

  • Sub Section Manager

    Jan 2019 - Jul 2021

  • Variable Cost Productivity Advanced Lead Engineer

    Nov 2017 - Jan 2019

  • Variable Cost Productivity Lead Engineer

    Mar 2016 - Nov 2017

  • Lead Electrical Engineer

    Jul 2013 - Feb 2016

  • Lead Engineer/Technologist - Software Administrator

    Jun 2012 - Jun 2013
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  L3Harris Technologies

  Aug 2021 - Oct 2022

  Project Engineering Lead

  • Managed and mentored a team of Engineering Integrated Product Team Leads overseeing a team of 49 varied Engineers through product development to early delivery of a telescope payload on budget at $5M• Owned cross-functional Leadership of Optics, Software, Mechanical, Electrical, Supply Chain, and Systems• Tracked and communicated EVMS (Earned Value Management System), SPI (Schedule Performance Index), and CPI (Cost Performance Index) to ensure proper resource allocation to meet project milestones Show less

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  Randstad Technologies US

  Oct 2022 - now

  Senior Director, Solutions - Client Partner

  • Building strong, empathetic relationships with key decision makers across the Automotive, Aerospace, Defense, Manufacturing, Energy, and Public Sectors utilizing deep knowledge and expertise to align Client offerings with advanced products, services, technologies, and insights to be recognized as the “go to” SME• Developing strategies focused on achieving the Client's business objectives ensuring exceptional service• Addressing and promptly resolving any Client issues or concerns by proactively identifying potential challenges• Identifying opportunities for cross-selling additional services to increase the Client’s overall value including digital and product engineering, data and analytics, operational excellence, customer experience, digital transformation, and GenAI across 3 engagement models: talent services, global talent centers, and managed solutions• Offering expert advice and guidance to help solve complex problems and inform decision-making, including publishing thought leadership pieces and leading working sessions on GenAI, Electrification, FPGA, etc. Show less