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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Andrew T. Thompson

Denver,CO

Summary

Results-driven management professional with proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Post-Boost Control Inerts Manager

Lockheed Martin Space
Denver, CO
01.2025 - Current
  • Lead 38 people and 4 managers.
  • Responsible for 200M in scope over 3 years.
  • Lead the early development of refractory metal thrusters, valves, manifolds and burst disks.
  • Lead the engineering, design, test and R&D teams.
  • Lead and executed Systems Requirement Review (SRR) for entire Post-Boost Control Team (80 people).
  • AWARD: “Extra Mile” Award for Leadership ($1000 Award)

Integrated Valve Assembly Manager

Lockheed Martin Space
Denver, CO
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • The R&D Manager for the Fleet Ballastic Missile (FBM) Post-Boost Control System (PBCS).
  • Cost Account Manager (CAM) for more than 50M in scope and executed EVMS for suppliers.
  • Lead R&D Additive Manufacturing activities for high-temperature metallic components.
  • Lead R&D high temperature/high pressure proportional valve assembly technology.
  • AWARD: August 24 Gumby Award (equivalent of FBM Employee of the Month for ~ 1500 employees).

Space Vehicle Deputy Design Manager

Lockheed Martin Space
Denver, CO
11.2022 - 01.2024
  • Managed 16 direct reports from a multi-disciplinary team including structures, mechanisms, RCS, avionics and structural analysis for the Mars Ascent Vehicle
  • Led MAVIS structure team to execute Preliminary Design Review without any actions.
  • Managed Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for vehicle design subsystem.
  • Cost Account Manager (CAM) leveraging EVMS for MAVIS design subsystem with more than 30M in scope. Deputy CAM with more than 50M in scope.
  • AWARD: NextGen Spotlight: PM recognized EV performance against CAM account

Digital Transformation Manager

Lockheed Martin Space
Denver, CO
09.2021 - 11.2022
  • Lead 5 direct reports to execute more than 10M savings per year in Virtual Reality.
  • Created several Augmented Reality best practices across Space.
  • Speaker at Space MCAD learning series: Design for Augmented Reality
  • Implementing a 2M dollar project to integrate Augmented Reality with production tools.
  • Lead/coordinated more than 25 virtual reality projects across more than 10 programs.
  • Executed more than 25 tours with Lockheed Martin VPs, Directors or similar.

Certified Principal Engineer

Lockheed Martin Space
Denver, CO
05.2014 - 09.2021
  • Certified Principal Engineer (CPE) of the Artemis 1&2 heathsield instrumentation. Developed the heathsield structure from concept, design, build, test, verification and certification.
  • Certified Principal Engineer (CPE) delegate of the Artemis 2 heathsield. Oversaw the complete installation of the Artemis 2 heathsield structure and AVCOAT. Approximately 10 million in scope.
  • Certified Principal Engineer (CPE) of the Artemis 1&2 heathsield structure. Developed the heathsield structure from concept, design, installation, build, verification and certification.
  • AWARD: NASA Space Flight Awareness Honoree Award for driving Artemis II heathsield delivery
  • AWARD: NASA Space Flight Trail Blazer Award for certification of Artemis 1 instrumentation
  • AWARD: Lockheed Martin NexGen Bronze Award for driving Artemis II heathsield delivery ($2500 Award)
  • AWARD: Several Lockheed Martin NexGen Encore Award ($1000 Award)
  • AWARD: Several Spot Awards ($250 Award)
  • Aeroshell lead for design reviews (PDR, CDR).
  • Lead several acceptance tests/qualifications tests of the Orion Heathshield
  • Released 100+ 3D CAD models and drawings using CREO Parametric.
  • Released dozens of test plans/procedures/acceptance tests/hardware qualification plans.

Education

M.S. - Mechanical Engineering

Colorado State University
05.2014

Engineering in Training certified - Fundamentals of Engineering license number: ET3120020

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03.2012

B.S. - Mechanical Engineering

New Mexico State University
05.2011

Skills

  • Software Used: CREO, Creo Illustrate, EPDM/Windchill, Unity, Fibersim, Doors, Cameo
  • Other Skills: Strong communication, public speaking, CPE/MRB/GD&T, EVM, CAM
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Time management

Accomplishments

  • Commencement Speaker San Juan College 2017
  • Keynote Speaker SJC Technical Conference 2016
  • Conference Speaker at the Combustion Institute 2013

FEEDBACK

  • Joaquín Olivares recognized Andrew Thompson with 20 Points
  • I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for your exceptional leadership and mentorship.
  • Your approach to management goes far beyond just overseeing our work. You've created a safe and supportive environment where we feel comfortable discussing any topic, and your genuine care for each team member's well-being is evident in everything you do. Your regular check-ins to ensure we're all doing well demonstrate your investment in our success and happiness.
  • I've learned invaluable lessons from you, particularly the importance of assuming positive intent, and addressing conflicts with direct and open communication. Your guidance has not only helped me grow professionally but also personally. Your embodiment of the FSL competencies, "be accountable" and "develop enduring relationships," is a shining example for us all to emulate.
  • Thank you for being an outstanding leader, mentor, and role model. I feel fortunate to work under your leadership, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to learn from you every day.
  • Feedback Received
  • Dustin Moss, Mechanical Engineer Jan 9, 2025
  • I really appreciate the positive team environment you've created as our manager. Our team has great morale, and I think that's due to your leadership style, which encourages communication and makes everyone feel valued. You're always there, willing to listen, and do a great job recognizing individual contributions, which in my opinion, boosts motivation. I'm having trouble thinking of any major areas for improvement as you're doing a great job serving the team's needs.
  • Erick Loren, Mechanical Engineer Dec 24, 2024
  • Andrew's work and dedication to his new program has been noticeable and has made the difference in ensuring the success of his team and overall PBCS goals. Having inherited a new team at the start of the year, Andrew quickly got everyone involved in various projects, getting the team back on track after previous poor programmatic performances. Andrew has also established a great culture among team members, having scheduled a few outside work activities to increase team bonding.
  • Luke Yanoshak, Systems Engineer Asc Dec 18, 2024
  • Gaining Andrew as manager has been a blessing for me and my team this year. Not only does Andrew effectively portray important characteristics and skills a leader should have (like creative problem-solving, programmatic decision making, and successful teaming), a rare blend of both short and long-term programmatic and personal goals), but his genuine kindness and passion for his team kindles a fire in his employees that keeps us enthusiastic. He's truly a talented, skillful, and wonderful boss.
  • Lani Parrett, Program Mgr Subcontract Srl Nov 4, 2024
  • Andrew has been an exceptional IPT lead for the Inerts team. He demonstrates strong and effective leadership by building relationships with each member of the IPT team and helping everyone understand the importance of their role. He has a strong grasp on the many additive manufacturing processes, and can translate highly complex technical issues in a clear & concise way to non-technical folks. Andrew has earned the respect of his entire team and I am very thankful to have him as a teammate.

Hobbies and Interests

Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Hiking/Camping, Baseball, Basketball and Baseball.

Timeline

Post-Boost Control Inerts Manager

Lockheed Martin Space
01.2025 - Current

Integrated Valve Assembly Manager

Lockheed Martin Space
01.2024 - 01.2025

Space Vehicle Deputy Design Manager

Lockheed Martin Space
11.2022 - 01.2024

Digital Transformation Manager

Lockheed Martin Space
09.2021 - 11.2022

Certified Principal Engineer

Lockheed Martin Space
05.2014 - 09.2021

B.S. - Mechanical Engineering

New Mexico State University

M.S. - Mechanical Engineering

Colorado State University

Engineering in Training certified - Fundamentals of Engineering license number: ET3120020

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Andrew T. Thompson