Christopher Bellagamba, MBA
MQ-9 SME at Attollo LLC- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Six Sigma Global InstituteSep, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Professional Management Certification
Community College of the Air ForceJan, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Acquisition Professional, Level I. Production, Quality, and manufacturing (PQM)
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Resident Producer - Casualty, Health, Life & Property
Nevada Division of InsuranceJun, 2018- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Attollo LLC
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United States
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Professional Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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MQ-9 SME
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Jun 2023 - Present
• Subject-Matter Expert for MQ-9A Maintenance, training, operations, and deployment stand-up. • Contract support to PMA-266 integration of new US Marine Corps unmanned family of systems. • Subject-Matter Expert for MQ-9A Maintenance, training, operations, and deployment stand-up. • Contract support to PMA-266 integration of new US Marine Corps unmanned family of systems.
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United States Air Force
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Aircraft Maintenance Unit Superintendent
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Nov 2022 - Present
• Managed administrative and daily program operations, enforcing polices for 6 divisions, overseeing252 personnel over global operations while ensuring members adhered to strict timelines.• Built teams to address project goals and objectives for multiple projects, while ensuring scopes ofprojects, timelines, and stakeholder goals are met.• Trained, mentored, and supervised 20 division supervisors with process improvement, feedbackperformances, task management, and accountability.• Collaborated with leadership to set priorities based on needs, resource capacity, and risk exposure,while identifying obstacles and generating official communications for possible impact and delays Show less
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MQ-9 Production Superintendent
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Feb 2020 - Nov 2022
• Planned and organized production schedules and assessed project and resource requirements.• Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.• Assessed manufacturing processes and recommended improvements to increase productivity.• Oversaw a workforce of 253 employees in the manufacturing department.• Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.• Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.• Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums, and analytical reports for clients.• Provided program management expertise in lean Six Sigma strategies and agile methods, practices, and execution.• Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or work streams.• Leveraged project management processes and tools to define and execute projects.• Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.• Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures, and reports.- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.• Established milestones and objectives based on input from functional areas and stakeholders.• Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to the team. Show less
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Aircraft Section Chief
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Apr 2018 - Feb 2020
• Supervised, trained and motivated 130 aircraft technicians.• Managed professional growth and development of enlisted personnel by scheduling training and managing CBT schedules.• Scheduled weekly section meetings to review emerging challenges, identify opportunities and recognize high-performing employees.• Delivered weekly project updates to management to enhance program visibility and promote improved project performance.• Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.• Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs.• Coordinated with senior leadership and handled managerial needs by implementing fresh solutions into business strategies.• Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.• Strengthened operational efficiencies and traceability by developing organizational filing systems for confidential employee records and reports.• Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.• Briefed new hires on essential job information, such as company policies, employment benefits and job duties.• Provided guidance on policies and procedures to harmonize responses, provide appropriate investigation actions and reach resolution of grievances.• Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.• Followed programs closely to assess effectiveness and make proactive changes to meet changing demands.• Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.• Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations.• Plan, organize, direct, control or coordinate the personnel, training, or labor relations activities of an organization. Show less
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Contracting Officer Representative/Quality Assurance Evaluator
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Mar 2016 - Apr 2018
• Collaborated with subcontractors and procurement personnel on issues relating to contractor acquisition and support.• Coordinated with post-award staff to advise on contract compliance regarding execution, financial discrepancies, payment terms, deliverable timelines and security breaches.• Advised technical staff, finance partners and stakeholders regarding contract terms and conditions, applicable institute policies and procedural implementation.• Implemented risk mitigation strategies and drafted applicable contract terms and conditions, taking preventive action during negotiations and issue resolution.• Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.• Oversaw maintenance, calibration and control of inspection, measuring and all test equipment.• Monitored performance and generated reports detailing quality of product and defect rates.• Kept detailed records of quality and imperfect products.• Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.• Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.• Monitored production processes to gain understanding of problematic steps and rectify issues.• Communicated with production team members about quality issues. Show less
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Flight-Line Expeditor
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Apr 2014 - Mar 2016
• Monitored parts department and placed orders for maintenance supplies on consistent basis.• Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.• Coordinated and distributed exposure and contamination control procedures.• Maintained, inspected, adjusted and packed aircrew flight equipment.• Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.• Provided for servicing, maintenance and protection of aircraft while away from home station.• Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.• Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms and IMDS.• Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.• Developed team communications and information for meetings.• Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.• Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.• Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.• Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.• Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.• Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.• Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.• Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.• Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships Show less
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Crew Chief, MQ-1/MQ-9
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Jun 2010 - Apr 2014
• Maintained inventory systems and aircraft data systems and documented aircraft maintenance and services in electronic systems.• Maintained safety by implementing effective procedures regarding hazardous actions, materials and items.• Planned daily activities to accomplish team objectives while adhering to high quality standards.• Interpreted, advised and performed all required maintenance procedures and policies to repair aircraft and related equipment.• Coordinated complex multi-million-dollar aircraft repairs.• Trained all team members on key roles to maintain flexibility.• Managed team according to company standards and compliance requirements.• Prepared aircraft for field-level maintenance by removing and installing major aircraft components. • Followed drawings, schematics, engineering orders and technical publications to modify aircraft structures, systems and components.• Supervised crew in daily inspections, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on MQ-1 & MQ-9 aircraft.• Used Software and paper copies to maintain aircraft records.• Repaired, replaced and rebuilt aircraft structures, landing gear, fuel systems and functional components using hand tools and power tools.• Ordered, organized and installed aircraft parts on subsystem assemblies for engines, gearboxes, transmissions and flight controls.• Serviced and lubricated aircraft and subsystems to maintain equipment.• Set work schedule according to coverage needs and team skills.• Performed end-of-runway post-flight, preflight and thru-flight special inspections and phase inspections.• Serviced multi-engine aircraft by flushing crankcases, cleaning filters, lubricating moving parts and examining brakes.• Practiced and drilled for numerous wartime and peacetime emergency situations requiring rapid response.• Completed post-flight maintenance reports and work with crew chief for post-maintenance check flights. Show less
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Crew Chief, F-15C/D
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Dec 2003 - Jun 2010
• Maintained inventory systems and aircraft data systems and documented aircraft maintenance and services in electronic systems.• Maintained safety by implementing effective procedures regarding hazardous actions, materials and items.• Planned daily activities to accomplish team objectives while adhering to high quality standards.• Interpreted, advised and performed all required maintenance procedures and policies to repair aircraft and related equipment.• Coordinated complex multi-million-dollar aircraft repairs.• Trained all team members on key roles to maintain flexibility.• Managed team according to company standards and compliance requirements.• Prepared aircraft for field-level maintenance by removing and installing major aircraft components. • Followed drawings, schematics, engineering orders and technical publications to modify aircraft structures, systems and components.• Supervised crew in daily inspections, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on MQ-1 & MQ-9 aircraft.• Used Software and paper copies to maintain aircraft records.• Repaired, replaced and rebuilt aircraft structures, landing gear, fuel systems and functional components using hand tools and power tools.• Ordered, organized and installed aircraft parts on subsystem assemblies for engines, gearboxes, transmissions and flight controls.• Serviced and lubricated aircraft and subsystems to maintain equipment.• Set work schedule according to coverage needs and team skills.• Performed end-of-runway post-flight, preflight and thru-flight special inspections and phase inspections.• Serviced multi-engine aircraft by flushing crankcases, cleaning filters, lubricating moving parts and examining brakes.• Practiced and drilled for numerous wartime and peacetime emergency situations requiring rapid response.• Completed post-flight maintenance reports and work with crew chief for post-maintenance check flights. Show less
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F-15 East Coast Demonstration Team
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Feb 2005 - Oct 2006
• Showcased United States Air Force fighter wartime capabilities. • Briefed thousands of civilians on F-15 mission and abilities.• Maintained aircraft in mobile locations away from standard operating facilities.
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Allstate
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United States
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Insurance
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700 & Above Employee
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Bellagamba Insurance Agency LLC
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Jun 2018 - Apr 2020
• Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business. • Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals. • Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends. • Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues. • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages. • Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels. • Adhered to regulatory and policy changes and made necessary adjustments to maintain overall success. • Capitalized on social media platforms to increase market awareness and recruit sales agents. • Trained and coached new and existing employees to boost staff productivity. • Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers. • Optimized team hiring, training and performance. • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs. • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions. • Achieved sales goals and increased revenue and profits through productive strategy development and organizational leadership. Show less
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Education
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2019 - 2021
Liberty University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General -
2016 - 2019
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Organizational Management -
2016 - 2016
Community College of the Air Force
Associate's degree, Applied Science Aviation Maintenance Technology -
2016 - 2016
National Defense University
Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education (SEJPME), Joint education leadership and management
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