Experience

AQST USA

• United States
• Space Research and Technology
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Co-Founder & President

  • Aug 2019 - Present

  Mississippi, United States AQST USA LLC is an advanced applications company providing solutions to the space, aerospace, and defense industries, government contractors, and government agencies. Our team of veteran business executives brings over 50 years of combined experience at the highest levels of the industry. AQST provides our customers access to leading-edge technology, multiple solutions, and engineering services focused on the mission need. AQST leverages the market technology and relationships to deliver… Show more AQST USA LLC is an advanced applications company providing solutions to the space, aerospace, and defense industries, government contractors, and government agencies. Our team of veteran business executives brings over 50 years of combined experience at the highest levels of the industry. AQST provides our customers access to leading-edge technology, multiple solutions, and engineering services focused on the mission need. AQST leverages the market technology and relationships to deliver results for our customers. Show less



U.S. Aerospace Defense Group

• United States
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Founder & President

  • Jul 2017 - Present

  U.S. Aerospace Defense Group is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-owned company providing insurance solutions to the aerospace and defense industry, government contractors, and government agencies. The USADG leadership and support team consists of aerospace and defense industry specialists combined with the top insurance industry subject matter experts. We are truly a customer-focused team with expertise and acumen as both an end user/operator and risk mitigation liaison.



Royal Engineered Composites

• United States
• Aviation & Aerospace
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Royal Engineered Composites - Aerospace & Defense

  • Jun 2018 - Oct 2023

  United States



3M

• Germany
• Chemical Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• 3M Aerospace and Commercial Transportation Division

  • Sep 2016 - Jun 2018

  Southeast 3M Aerospace Business Manager supporting aircraft manufacturing for both commercial and military programs.



Stratasys

• Israel
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Stratasys - Aerospace & Defense Business Development

  • Apr 2012 - Sep 2016

  Responsible for managing strategic accounts within the aerospace and defense industry, identifying and facilitating additive manufacturing solutions throughout the industry.

• Strategic Account Manager - Business Development Aerospace and Defense

  • Apr 2012 - Sep 2015

  North America With 20 years experience in the procurement and program management field assuming increased levels of responsibility, I have efficiently proposed and managed large government contracts that directly impact growth and profitability of a large corporation. In addition to my knowledge of contracts and business process, I also offer proficiency in Six Sigma and Lean Management process implementation with goals of cost savings, time savings, and increased profit margins. I strive to use my program… Show more With 20 years experience in the procurement and program management field assuming increased levels of responsibility, I have efficiently proposed and managed large government contracts that directly impact growth and profitability of a large corporation. In addition to my knowledge of contracts and business process, I also offer proficiency in Six Sigma and Lean Management process implementation with goals of cost savings, time savings, and increased profit margins. I strive to use my program management, negotiation skills and procurement knowledge for RedEye On Demand in order to gain market share and a competitive advantage over other companies within the Additive Manufacturing industry.



United States Air Force

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Maintenance Operations Controller | Flight Engineer | Aircraft Maintenance Specialist

  • Jun 1989 - Jul 2012

  172nd Airlift Wing Manage the day to day maintenance operations for the 172nd C-17 Airlift Wing. As the Maintenance Operation Flight (MOF) Unit Deployment Manager, coordinate the deployment in humanitarian relief and military operation for peace and war time missions.



MS Choctaw Business - Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians

• United States
• Government Relations Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Development Manager - Aerospace and Defense

  • Jan 2010 - May 2012

  Responsible for identifying new aerospace business opportunity while growing existing aerospace partnerships. Focused on forming strategic partnerships aimed at growing business and long-term relationships.



Goodrich Landing Gear

• Aviation & Aerospace
• 100 - 200 Employee

• F-35 Program Manager

  • Nov 2009 - Jan 2010

  Responsible for identifying new and unique business opportunities for Goodrich Landing Gear within the target market. Responsible for managing the launch, delivery, and close out of the Lockheed Martin F-35 Stage Design Development (SDD) and Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP). Improving and developing customer satisfaction and relationships for all Lockheed Martin programs. Leading the implementation of Performance Based Logistics (PBL) for Goodrich Landing Gear Military Business Unit.



Cytec Solvay Group

• Chemical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Strategic Account Manager

  • May 2008 - Sep 2009

  Manage OEM and first tier subcontractors to include Boeing, GKN Aerospace, Vought Aircraft, The Nordam Group, as well as other key accounts for both military and commercial aerospace contracts totaling $26 million in annual sales.



Eaton Aerospace

• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sr. Contracts Administrator

  • Jun 2004 - May 2008

  Contract Manager for new programs and momentum DoD and Government contracts supporting Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Sikorsky, UTC, Sterer, and Lear Romec.



Raytheon

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Program Manager Program Management Office

  • Nov 1992 - Jun 2004

  Managed Department of Defense and US Customs Drug Interdiction aerospace service contracts to include: C-9, KC-135, C-12, C-21, T-6, T-34/44, and numerous civilian aircraft. Prepared projections cost and pricing data as well as supplier evaluation, which contributed to multi-year, multi-million dollar contracts.