Christopher Harding
Falling Waters
Summary
Focused and highly motivated management professional with 20+ years of experience in logistics, warehouse, asset and requirement management within the federal government, including seventeen years in a supervisory role.
Program analysis professional with strong skills in data evaluation, project management, and process improvement. Proven track record in driving results through effective collaboration and adaptability to evolving requirements. Expertise in leveraging analytical tools, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication to deliver impactful solutions. Known for reliability, strategic thinking, and focus on achieving organizational goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief, Planning and Distribution Branch, Supervisory Program Analyst
Defense Information Systems Agency
01.2014 - Current
- Serves as first line supervisor for the Planning and Distribution Branch, exercising both administrative and technical control over logistics and requirements management work accomplished by subordinates
- Provides asset, warehouse, distribution, requirement and logistics management oversight and policy guidance for DISA Data Centers with over 20,000 IT assets valuing more than $510 million
- Serves as the principal proponent for asset data management policies within DISA J4
- Develops, coordinates and publishes DISA J4 asset, warehouse, distribution, requirement and logistics management policies ensuring concurrence with DoD-level policies and regulations
- Analyzes capital asset values and depreciation cost data, develops and implements innovative reporting methodologies, and provides critical depreciation data to all levels of Operations Center management
- Maintains accurate inventory records for all hardware components within the data center, enabling efficient resource allocation during maintenance or upgrades.
- Facilitates effective communication between team members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to collaboration.
- Optimizes inventory management to minimize costs and ensure product availability.
- Monitors program performance against established benchmarks, taking corrective action as needed to realign with desired outcomes.
- Optimizes supply chain performance through strategic vendor selection, negotiations, and relationship management.
- Monitors program performance against established benchmarks, taking corrective action as needed to realign with desired outcomes.
- Streamlined inventory management with accurate record-keeping and regular audits.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and reduced overhead costs.
Quality Assurance Inspector/Avionics
West Virginia Air National Guard
04.1998 - 05.2018
- Evaluated, conducted reviews, activity inspections and management compliance of all maintenance activities to include the logistics maintenance support functional areas such as production, programs and mobility, maintenance training, plans, scheduling and documentation and data base management as directed by the Maintenance Group Commander
- Established and developed performance checklists and metrics in coordination with the Quality Assurance Supervisor
- Developed local operating instructions to supplement regulations and manuals of higher echelons in the area of aircraft and aircraft systems quality assurance
- Ensured metrics were established and monitored to assess key result areas for successful mission accomplishment including, but not limited to, items where non-compliance would affect system reliability or result in serious injury, loss of life, excessive cost, or litigation
Electronic Integrated Systems Supervisor
West Virginia Air National Guard
08.2008 - 01.2014
- Planned, organized and directed aircraft maintenance activities for Electronic Integrated System Mechanics
- Analyzed reports and maintenance plans and directed operation and modification of standard operating procedures
- Established methods and performance standards
- Supervised and assisted in aircraft launch and recovery operations
- Reviewed maintenance data collection summaries to determine trends and production effectiveness
Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic
West Virginia Air National Guard
04.2006 - 08.2008
- Operated and maintained avionics systems
- Analyzed equipment operating characteristics to isolate malfunctions in avionics systems, radar, integrated test systems, multiplexed data buss systems, flight instrumental, mission computer systems, inertial navigation systems, airborne warning and control systems, surveillance radar, and interrogator systems
- Removed, installed, checked, and repaired avionics systems and line replaceable units; diagnosed malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, integrated test systems and other test equipment
Education
Bachelor’s Degree (BA) - Business
Marshall University
Huntington, WV05.2007
Skills
- Logistics Management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Applications
- Interpersonal Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Problem Solving / Conflict Management
- Leadership
- Strategic planning
- Business process improvement
- Requirements gathering
- Budget planning
- Data visualization and presentations
- Data analysis
Job Related Training
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- DAWIA Life-Cycle Logistics Level I complete
Timeline
Chief, Planning and Distribution Branch, Supervisory Program Analyst
Defense Information Systems Agency
01.2014 - Current
Electronic Integrated Systems Supervisor
West Virginia Air National Guard
08.2008 - 01.2014
Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic
West Virginia Air National Guard
04.2006 - 08.2008
Quality Assurance Inspector/Avionics
West Virginia Air National Guard
04.1998 - 05.2018
Bachelor’s Degree (BA) - Business
Marshall University
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