Conner Brown
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader and strategic planner with a proven track record at the U.S. Space Force, managing high-stakes satellite programs and pioneering AI initiatives. Excelled in roles requiring technical program management, team leadership, and decision-making, managing a $29 million contract and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acquisition Manager
U.S. Space Force
11.2022 - Current
- Managed a $29M satellite program from contract award to completion, achieving a 100% milestone review
- Led 15-person cyber team, ensuring data protection across 9 satellites with focus on program protection, cyber security, testing, and cryptography
- Developed strategic plan, budget, and customer team, resulting in a $500 million follow-on satellite contract award
Artificial Intelligence Fellow - MIT
U.S. Space Force
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Created the U.S. Space Force's first AI Accelerator project, securing $8.4M in funding for automated satellite labeling and tracking
- Implemented AI curriculum for the Department of the Air Force, educating over 300K service members and enhancing operational efficiency
Summer Associate
Prarie Lake Group
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Conducted comprehensive market research to identify key trends and opportunities for $30M search fund
- Analyzed financial statements, uncovering discrepancies that ultimately led to top 5 targeted investments
Acquisition Manager
U.S. Space Force
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Managed requirements and technical baseline for $5.9B top priority missile warning satellite program leading to completion of engineering design review
- Proactively identified, assessed, and mitigated program risks, resulting in a 20% reduction in project delays and a 15% decrease in cost overruns
- Leveraged data-driven software to optimize acquisition processes further, enhancing efficiency across all stages of the procurement lifecycle
Executive Officer - Commanders Action Group
U.S. Air Force
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Handled administrative management, personnel issues and supply requirements for 5 flying units leading to 500 personnel readiness
- Led the implementation of comprehensive risk management strategies, successfully mitigating potential threats to organizational stability resulting in a 30% decrease in operational risks and enhanced crisis response capabilities
- Led organizational restructuring efforts, optimizing resource allocation and improving flight readiness
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
United States Air Force Academy
Colorado Springs05.2019
Skills
- Technical Program Manager
- Strategic Planner
- Artificial Intelligence
- Time Management
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
Accomplishments
Company Grade Officer of the Quarter
Junior Company Grade Officer of the Quarter
Activities
Congressional Service Academy Nomination Board
UCLA - Operation Mend
Certification
Top Secret/SCI Clearance
Timeline
Acquisition Manager
U.S. Space Force
11.2022 - Current
Summer Associate
Prarie Lake Group
06.2022 - 09.2022
Artificial Intelligence Fellow - MIT
U.S. Space Force
05.2022 - 10.2022
Acquisition Manager
U.S. Space Force
08.2020 - 05.2022
Executive Officer - Commanders Action Group
U.S. Air Force
08.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
United States Air Force Academy
Top Secret/SCI Clearance
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