Strategic Subject Matter Expert with expertise in managing complex projects and driving innovation. Strong analytical skills enable effective communication of complex concepts to diverse audiences. Proven track record of enhancing team productivity and improving processes to support business growth. Experienced in leading teams to achieve organizational goals while upholding professionalism and integrity.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Link 16 Subject Matter Expert/Multi-TDL and JICO/AJOC Instructor/JT-220 Civilian Course Manager/Joint Training Section Manager/Site Manager
CAE USA Inc
Pope AAF/Fort Bragg
10.2023 - Current
Deliver instruction to joint and allied military and civilian students on multi-tactical data link operations and strategic planning.
Revise curriculum to incorporate current information for warfighters.
Supervise 10 joint training personnel and 9 CAE employees, incorporating time off requests to prevent disruptions in course deliveries.
Design and scrutinize course schedules in addition to scheduling modifications to ensure qualifications of assigned instructors.
Collaborate with military to confirm availability of equipment and logistics for optimal instruction delivery to warfighters.
Link 16 Subject Matter Expert/Multi-TDL and JICO/AJOC Instructor/JT-102 Civilian Course Manager/Civilian Training Manager
AOCE, Inc/CAE USA MSI Inc
Pope AAF/Fort Bragg
06.2017 - 10.2023
Trained military and civilian students in Link 16 operations.
Updated curriculum to ensure relevance and effectiveness for warfighter training.
Developed training plans for contractor instructors and facilitated effective training sessions for military contractors.
Constructed course schedules validating credentials of assigned instructors.
Coordinated with military personnel to secure equipment availability and manage logistics for delivering high-quality instruction to warfighters.
iSMART Operational Analyst
Oasis Systems
Hampton
04.2016 - 06.2017
Performed interoperability analysis (IOA) and interoperability evaluations (IOEs) for several US Air Force and joint service platforms after contract award, adhering to the Interoperability Enhancement Process (IEP) and using the electronic System Management and Requirements Transformation (eSMART) tool.
iSMART Operational Analyst
Spectrum Comm Inc.
Hampton
05.2015 - 04.2016
Conducted Interoperability Analysis (IOA) and Interoperability Evaluations (IOEs) of various US Air Force, and joint service platforms in accordance with the Interoperability Enhancement Process (IEP), utilizing the electronic System Management and Requirements Transformation (eSMART) tool.
iSMART Operational Analyst
Spectrum Comm Inc.
Hampton
04.2013 - 05.2015
Upon contract award, conducted Interoperability Analysis (IOA) and Interoperability Evaluations (IOEs) of various US Air Force, and joint service platforms in accordance with the Interoperability Enhancement Process (IEP), utilizing the electronic System Management and Requirements Transformation (eSMART) tool.
Project Manager
B3H Corporation
Hampton
04.2011 - 04.2013
Upon contract award; researched and helped maintain the capabilities and limitations database for US Air Force systems.
Conducted MIL-STD-6016D to MIL-STD-6016E message migration implementation requirements in electronic System Management and Requirements Transformation (eSMART) tool.
TDL Analyst
B3H Corporation
Hampton
04.2007 - 04.2011
Reviewed and incorporated changes and updates into Military Standards documents as a technical writer.
Assisted in the development of a new appendix containing Network Enabled Weapons messages for incorporation into MIL-STD-6016.
Analyzed and reviewed Interface Change Proposals (ICPs), for various data links to include: Link 16 and Variable Message Format (VMF), for technical accuracy, totality and comprehensiveness.
Represented the United States Air Force at the VMF Sub-group, the international VMF Summit, and the Digitally-Aided Close Air Support (DACAS) Change Control Board (CCB) to ensure that unit requirements were met.
Training Manager
United States Navy, Center for Surface Combat Systems Unit
Dam Neck
04.2004 - 04.2007
Completely revised instructor guides and power point lessons, ensuring students received an extensive, in-depth and accurate overview of Army, Marine Corps, Air Force and NATO data link capabilities.
Trained sailors in advanced tactical data link concepts and operations.
Applied in-depth expertise in tactical data links to ensure effective development of interactive courseware project substituting instructor-led introduction to TDLS.
Trained sailors in the knowledge and application of United States Message Text Formatting supporting the transition from the previous message format to a joint uniform message format.
Trained officers in duties of interface control officer, enhancing readiness for joint interface control officer course.
Attained coveted master training specialist certificate
Operations and Training Manager/Data Link Operator
United States Navy, USS Harry S. Truman
Norfolk
02.2000 - 04.2004
Managed multi-link operations for six afloat units, ensuring seamless support for USS Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group.
Led Track Data Coordinator (TDC) efforts for USS Harry S. Truman Strike Group, overseeing a comprehensive surface, air, and tactical ballistic missile defense surveillance architecture across one million square miles, resolving command and control interoperability issues for operations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Coordinated operations involving over 15 joint and coalition forces, enhancing collaborative efforts.
Expertise led to USS Harry S. Truman being the second naval ship to successfully deploy and employ the Joint Range Extension (JRE) equipment and implement the MIL-STD-3011 JREAP C protocol from sea helping save valuable satellite assets.
System Engineer
Nexagen Networks, Inc.
Aberdeen
05.2015 - 06.2015
Assessed, prepared, and analyzed interface change proposals (ICPs) for Link 16 and variable message format (VMF) focusing on technical accuracy, completeness, and thoroughness.
<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC
Program Manager | Contract Team Lead | Subject Matter Expert II at PLATINUM BUSINESS SERVICES, LLCProgram Manager | Contract Team Lead | Subject Matter Expert II at PLATINUM BUSINESS SERVICES, LLC