Jerry Rode, PMP

Experience

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  Lockheed Martin

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2007

  Senior Systems Engineer

  Promoted to direct system testing verification and validation activities of a large (10+) co-located software test team, coordinating with multiple business units and customers to ensure a high level of operational confidence while meeting schedule milestones. Presented detailed project status to senior management and provided post delivery lessons learned to improve the quality and efficiency of follow-on deliverables.AccomplishmentsSuccessfully led a co-located test team through three software implementations, each meeting their planned schedule and delivered without any missed major defectsDelivered under the planned operating budget of $1.5 million for 2006 ($1.48M)Developed a team skills matrix still used to address subject area deficienciesMentored 4 junior engineers on career development and technical objectivesAchieved a 20% promotion rate for team members based on exceptional performance Show less

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  ROLLS ROYCE

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2009

  Program Manager

  Performed as the Project Master Scheduler and Risk Coordinator for a turbine engine development program. Received additional responsibilities as the Cost Reduction Manager contributing to the improvement of profit margins by reducing both operating and product costs. Continually briefed Vice Presidents, Senior Program Managers, Program Directors, Engineering Leads, and Control Account Managers on the progress and achievements made towards lowering internal costs.AccomplishmentsEarly implementation of a cost reduction program with a 10 yr NPV of $12M cost savingsInitiated the update of a raw material purchasing agreement resulting in a $4.6M cost savings which resulted in receiving a 'Cost Excellence' presidential award from Rolls Royce Managed within a $3M budget to fund engineering and purchasing analysis Authored and implemented a program Risk Management Plan which received a ‘Site Best Practice’ commendationBuilt and maintained Integrated Master Plans for two turbine engine development programsDeveloped and tracked inter-departmental budgets for Senior Program Directors Show less

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  ROLLS ROYCE

  Jan 2010 - Feb 2014

  Program Manager

  Turbine Engine Control SystemsCustomer facing program manager and team lead responsible for development, qualification, and transition into production of a new product line turbine engine control system for use in multiple military and commercial helicopters. Program point of contact for external customers including Northrop Grumman, Bell, Boeing, MD Helicopters, the US Army, US Army Special Ops, and the US Navy. Overall budget, schedule, and risk responsibility while supporting customer business and aftermarket sales strategies to ensure program profitability.AccomplishmentsAchieved Flight Release using the new control system meeting external customer objectivesReceived US Army letter of commendation for outstanding customer support and program executionNegotiated and signed a $32M development contract with a US military customerHosted an external customer summit (~60 people, 7 companies) to manage product line strategy Negotiated 2 contract modifications worth $5.9M, increasing the rate of return and profit marginsExpanded the product line strategy by signing 2 additional commercial helicopter customers Show less

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  Premier Outdoor Power Equipment

  Feb 2014 - now

  Business Owner

  Entrepreneur, CEO, and President of Premier Outdoor Power Equipment; where we help land owners and commercial landscapers take care of their power equipment needs.Specializing in zero turn mowers, handheld power equipment, as well as residential and commercial lawn tractors, we provide new equipment sales, parts sales, and maintain a full service shop to provide whatever repair and maintenance is needed. With ~6 full time employees and 3-4 part time employees, the company cleared $2.1M in gross sales for 2016. With growth of nearly 30% year on year since opening in 2014, the next challenges to overcome will be related to efficiency of operations as well as company location / expansion options. Show less