Experience

Arnold Defense & Electronics, LLC

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Associate Director of Contracts & Compliance

  • May 2021 - Present

  Contracting Officer• Completes and maintains appropriate documentation for contracts and sales in accordance with DDTC, BATFE, USG Government FAR & DFAR, TINA, CAS, among other regulations• Negotiates, establishes, and administers contractual arrangements and procurement proposals for sales• Evaluates or monitors contractor performance to determine necessity for amendments or extensions ofcontracts, and compliance to contractual obligations and delivery schedules• Analyzes price proposals, financial reports, and other data to determine reasonableness of prices; reviews and interprets contract provisions to achieve cost efficiencies and reductions where feasible• Assesses contractor service value and product/service reliability relative to cost; plans, organizes, andcoordinates acquisition alternatives, as appropriate• Serves as a primary liaison with contracting representatives to ensure compliance with contract specifications and resolution of problems and issues, as they arise; arbitrates claims or complaints occurring in performance of contracts• Takes individual responsibility for ensuring that Legal has reviewed and approved all contracts prior to signingCompliance Officer• Responsible for the management of compliance tasks and projects which include ensuring quality standards, reporting, and process flow analysis, procedural documentation, and training• Researches, develops, and maintains training, operating procedures and process analysis- based laws and legislations, industry’s standards• Works with members of management to create strategies and processes related to all areas of governance, risk management and compliance according to the client requirements in accordance with industry’s standards• Develops and implements compliance programs• Conducts routine internal/external audits on the company programs• Performs audits based on regulatory and internal requirements.• Leads and promotes ethical corporate culture Show less

• Contract Administrator & Compliance Officer

  • Mar 2020 - May 2021

• Assistant Program Manager

  • Jan 2019 - Mar 2020

  Project Manager• Coordinated internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects• Ensured that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget• Assisted in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring technical feasibility• Developed a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress• Managed changes to the project scope, projects schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques• Managed the relationships with the clients and all stakeholders• Performed risk management to minimize project risks• Created and maintained comprehensive project documentation• Met with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project• Delegated project tasks based on junior staff members’ individual strengths, skill sets and experience levels• Tracked project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals• Met budgetary objectives and adjusted project constraints based on financial analysis• Developed comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other staff membersContract Specialist• Negotiates, establishes, and administers contractual arrangements and procurement proposals for sales• Evaluates or monitors contractor performance to determine necessity for amendments or extensions ofcontracts, and compliance to contractual obligations• Analyzes price proposals, financial reports, and other data to determine reasonableness of prices; reviews and interprets contract provisions to achieve cost efficiencies and reductions where feasible• Assesses contractor service value and product/service reliability relative to cost; plans, organizes, andcoordinates acquisition alternatives, as appropriate• Serves as a primary liaison with contracting representatives to ensure compliance with contract specifications and resolution of problems and issues Show less

• Executive Assistant to the CEO

  • Dec 2018 - Mar 2020



United States Air Force

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

• Administrative Services Manager

  • May 2015 - Sep 2019

  Plans, directs, and coordinates several administrative services for the organization, such as records and information management. Prepares and reviews operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Sets goals and deadlines for the department. Works independently to perform scheduling training courses for base personnel. Manages dates and times while coordinating with shift leaders to have personnel attend training. Coordinates with outside agencies to have subject matter experts conduct training. Show less

• Police Patrol Officer

  • Feb 2013 - May 2015

  Provided for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations. Monitored, noted, reported, and investigated suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area.

• Searching Equipment Technician

  • Aug 2011 - Feb 2013

  Monitored daily and monthly inspection logs to ensure Contraband Detection Equipment was being properly maintained. Repaired small technical issues with equipment. Worked with outside agencies to fix any large equipment problems that fostered.

• Emergency Dispatcher

  • Jul 2009 - Aug 2012

  Recorded details of calls, dispatches, and messages of emergency calls. Entered, updated, and retrieved information from teletype networks and computerized data systems regarding such things as wanted persons, stolen property, vehicle registration, and stolen vehicles. Recorded facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities.

• Alarm Dispatcher

  • 2006 - Jul 2009

  Dispatched patrol units to unannounced security alarms within the headquarters compound to include any incidents requiring a security presence. Maintained controlled of personnel entering and exiting the compound, ensuring only authorized personnel gain access.