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Armondo Vickers

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering product Data Management Manager (Temp)

The Boeing Company
09.2022 - Current
  • Leads data management Log Book team on Boeing’s MV-22 Common Configuration modification program (CCRAM)
  • Manager responsible for streamlining of the aircraft data configuration process and its integration into CCRAM program
  • Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals for lifecycle data management engineering team
  • To include incorporating all 70 ECPs into the Naval Aviation Logistics Command Management Information System (NALCOMIS)
  • Brief executive and leadership team in log book status at PMM
  • Acquired needed resources and utilized lean principles to reduce rework by more than 50% resulting in the DD250 of 12 MV-22.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Cultivated partnerships with external stakeholders to maximize business opportunities and extend network reach within the industry sector.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and proactively addressing these challenges through appropriate solutions implementation.

Quality Manager

The Boeing Company
09.2021 - Current
  • Led discussion with the customer to build the frame work for the CCRAM logs and records team, which lead to a multi-year contract extension and the addition of eight additional heads
  • Utilized BPS to establish processes and procedures for maintaining the aircraft log book configuration for first time quality ensuring that all 8 direct repots followed company established policy
  • Used EVM to optimize factory team’s work scope, schedule, and cost to reduce production friction and achieve business targets
  • Led to reduce time on task and schedule performance alignment on time deliverables to customer and program.
  • Improved product quality by implementing stringent inspection processes and quality control measures.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by monitoring and addressing customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
  • Streamlined production processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
  • Led continuous improvement initiatives by actively seeking opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction.
  • Provided training to employees on best practices in quality management, fostering a culture of excellence within the organization.

Senior Quality System Specialist

The Boeing Company
01.2020 - 09.2021
  • Lead Quality System Specialist, developed quality budget and cost estimates for aircraft maintenance quality records program
  • Engages stakeholders to identify root causes of complex production problems in order develop data-centric corrective actions
  • Coordination directly with the customer including PMA and DCMA in the establishment of a DD250 process for CCRAM logbooks acceptance and transfers of aircraft
  • Analyzed and processed data, metrics, models and flows to identify root cause of problems to ensure first time quality
  • Developed, implemented and analyzed data requirements for planning and integration of log book requirements into MES.

Gunnery Sergeant, United States Marine Corps (Ret.)

MCAS New River
08.2016 - 01.2020
  • Aviation Maintenance Data Chief, for the Marine Corps largest MV-22 squadron (VMMT-204): managing more than 25 direct reports in all aspects of daily operations
  • My team was large and diverse made up of Marines, Civilian contractors, and Navy Sailors operating under my command
  • As Squadron data analyst prepared and conducted briefs for Commanding Officer on monthly maintenance plane, ensuring fully mission capable aircraft would be present and available
  • Managed the flight hours and time-limited aircraft components for 24 MV-22 aircraft valued at more than 2.4 billion dollars
  • Ensured the acceptance, installation, removal, management, history, and transfer of thousands of life limited components on several type/model/series aircraft.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Gunnery Sergeant, United States Marine Corps

MCAS Futenma
05.2013 - 08.2016
  • Maintenance Administration Chief, responsible for managing and mentorship of all 30 division personnel
  • Lead division operations for multiply deployments to the Philippians, Japan, and South Korea
  • Moving and supplying over 200 squadron personnel with housing and food
  • Technical publications lead responsible for the managing of over 1500 technical publications for different type/ model aircraft
  • Monitored industry standards and practices to identify developments in logistics planning, implementation, and execution
  • Implemented lean practices to optimize V-22 maintenance training for over 400 personnel, reducing unit discrepancies by 78%.

Staff Non-commission Officer, United States Marine Corps

Various Marine Corps Units
01.2000 - 05.2013
  • Provided technical training on the Naval Aviation Logistics Information System (NALCOMIS) for more than 350 personnel
  • Managed daily organization operations providing logistics support, guidance, planning, and direction to 300+ military personnel
  • Maintained databases and logistics tracking programs to daily move over 1000 aircraft parts globally ensuring mission readiness
  • Recruited more than 70 highly qualified applicants for enlistment into the Marine Corps as a Marine Corps recruiter
  • Military aviation instructor and quality inspector.
  • Streamlined office operations by organizing filing systems, managing schedules, and maintaining accurate records.
  • Led cross-functional teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget constraints.

Education

Project Management Certificate -

Penn State University

Master of Arts – Procurement & Acquisition Management -

Webster University
01.2020

Master of Business Administration – Business Management -

Webster University
01.2020

Bachelor of Business Administration – Business Administration -

Campbell University
01.2018

Associate of Arts – Business Administration -

Campbell University
01.2011

Skills

  • Expense Tracking
  • Staff Development
  • Marketing
  • Performance Management
  • Business Administration
  • Time Management
  • Project Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Data Analysis
  • Process Improvement
  • Conflict Resolution

Other Qualifications

  • Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Marine Corps Certified 2019)
  • Silver Medallion control account management (Boeing Certified 2023)
  • Boeing Project Management Fundamentals (Boeing 2023)
  • Microsoft Office Products: Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
  • Currently hold a Secret security clearance

Professional Overview

Skills & Attributes Summary: Big Picture – Strategy development and implementation throughout the Enterprise with a focus on Program Management Best Practices (PMBP) to improve efficiency, effectiveness, quality, and schedule with a One BPS culture. Leadership - Military Veteran, leader with a deep history of building, developing, and leading cross functional teams 20+ years of industry and military experience, teaching, lecturing, mentoring, and motivating diverse teams in numerous leadership roles Green Belt Lean Practitioner skilled at using data analysis to drive favorable out comes for customer satisfaction Tactical Planning/Execution – Strategic planning, implementation, controls, and execution results with a first pass quality approach Multi-skilled – Quality Assurance, Operations, Scheduling, and Systems Engineering

Timeline

Engineering product Data Management Manager (Temp)

The Boeing Company
09.2022 - Current

Quality Manager

The Boeing Company
09.2021 - Current

Senior Quality System Specialist

The Boeing Company
01.2020 - 09.2021

Gunnery Sergeant, United States Marine Corps (Ret.)

MCAS New River
08.2016 - 01.2020

Gunnery Sergeant, United States Marine Corps

MCAS Futenma
05.2013 - 08.2016

Staff Non-commission Officer, United States Marine Corps

Various Marine Corps Units
01.2000 - 05.2013

Project Management Certificate -

Penn State University

Master of Arts – Procurement & Acquisition Management -

Webster University

Master of Business Administration – Business Management -

Webster University

Bachelor of Business Administration – Business Administration -

Campbell University

Associate of Arts – Business Administration -

Campbell University
Armondo Vickers