COLIN JOHNSON
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Passionate program manager with 6+ years experience leading cross-functional teams in solving advanced government acquisition and engineering challenges for the DoD and IC. Proficient in rapidly absorbing technical concepts and leading experts to manage program risks while surpassing mission objectives. Leverages communication and problem solving skills to ensure the best outcome for the organization and external customers in complex development and integration projects. Earned autonomy and ownership through continued success, responsible for only the most difficult challenges of the organization to deliver win-win solutions on time, under budget.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
GOVERNMENT MISSION INTEGRATION MANAGER
US Space Force
05.2022 - Current
- Hand-selected among 70+ peers to lead 8 classified National Security Space Launch campaigns for $63B program
- Lead program manager and systems integrator of complex hardware systems, managing DoD and IC stakeholders to bolster space superiority
- Leveraged leadership and program management skills to balance technical risk, schedule, and cost to deliver next-gen DoD satellites to orbit via commercial rocket launch vehicles
- Resolved multi-agency launch pad conflict by developing manifest solution for 4 NASA and Space Force launches, prevented $18M delay and ensured operational capability 6 months early
- Instituted responsive launch process to introduce capability to integrate missions in 12 months, cut time to launch by 50% while minimizing technical risk
- Led 30-member cross-functional team; reduced 40+ risks to ensure success for complex $1.15B multi-payload with SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy
- Strengthened commercial launch capabilities for Space Force, led 15-member team to develop requirements for multi-billion dollar contract and garnered >$25 million to support classified missions
PROGRAM MANAGER
US Space Force
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Led 7-member team in execution of $3.3B SpaceX launch contract in the Space Force’s largest ACAT-1D program to ensure access to space for critical DoD satellites
- Lead SpaceX program manager, identified program obstacles, expertly communicated possible impacts, and delivered solution to leadership
- Procured six SpaceX launches, negotiated and executed 26 task orders and 46 modifications worth over $1B for complex DoD and IC space missions
- Authored and executed 8-year award fee plan with digitals tools, trainings and executive briefings for >100 personnel for United Launch Alliance and SpaceX contracts with annual $40M performance incentive
EXECUTIVE OFFICER
US Air Force
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Executive lead for command staff over six squadrons comprised of 2,300 personnel to support 2 Wings, 2 Combatant Commands, 31 mission partners, and 47 coalition partners
- Developed COVID-19 accountability tracker and 8 General Officer briefs that unified MacDill AFB across 68 organizations to maintain operational capability
- Lead admin support for $60.2M ops budget, $43M design & construction program, $31M service contracts, and $131M retail sales, 672 facilities, and 24 KC-135s
- Procured funding and drove development of coastline detection technology; acquired $1M system for 7.2-mile Tampa coastline gap to secure 37 General Officers, 19,000 personnel and $8B in assets
CONTRACT MANAGER
US Air Force
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Led 18-member acquisition team supporting operational contracting for MacDill AFB and US Special Operations Command
- Skillfully performed contract management duties, managed multimillion-dollar contract portfolios, and executed 442 contract actions in support of 19,000 personnel and 24 KC-135 aircraft
- Expertly performed the acquisition planning and execution of the MacDill AFB’s first aircraft wash contract, eliminated 10,400 work hours annually for maintainers, and negotiated a 46% savings
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Isenberg School of Management
University Of Massachusetts Amherst08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Economics, Aerospace Studies
University of Massachusetts Amherst
05.2017
Skills
- Government Contracting, Negotiation, and Source Selection
- Program Management Techniques and Team Leadership
- Systems Engineering and Integration, Risk Management, Production, and Operations
- Classified Programs, Special Access Programs, and Program Protection
- Executive Level Verbal and Written Communications
- Microsoft Office Suite, Jira, Confluence, Mattermost
Additional Information
- AWARDS & CERTIFICATIONS Awards: , Outstanding Department of the Air Force Systems Acquisition Manager of the Year Award Company Grade Officer of the Year Company Grade Officer of the Quarter (2x) Air Force Commendation Medal Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (4x)
Timeline
GOVERNMENT MISSION INTEGRATION MANAGER
US Space Force
05.2022 - Current
PROGRAM MANAGER
US Space Force
08.2020 - 05.2022
EXECUTIVE OFFICER
US Air Force
03.2019 - 08.2020
CONTRACT MANAGER
US Air Force
06.2017 - 03.2019
Master of Business Administration -
Isenberg School of Management
Bachelor of Science - Economics, Aerospace Studies
University of Massachusetts Amherst
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