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Dale Farnsworth

McCormick,SC

Summary

Versatile management executive with demonstrated success establishing, leading, and growing technology intensive organizations. Extensive practical experience managing organizational development, large-scale transformation initiatives, information technology initiatives, and systems engineering organizations. Offers unique blend of technical qualifications coupled with a proven track record in innovation management, and workforce development.


Senior consulting professional with proven ability to drive strategic initiatives and deliver impactful results. Strong focus on team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and ensuring reliable performance. Expertise in project management, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement, combined with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Known for integrity, reliability, and dedication to achieving organizational goals.

Work History

Senior Director of Engineering - Chief Architect

BAE Systems Inc.
2005 - 2012
  • Led cross-functional teams to develop strategic frameworks for client projects.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities and inform client decision-making.

Director Enterprise Engineering - Chief Architect

BAE Systems
2002 - 2004
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to align with corporate goals and improve efficiency.
  • Led cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and enhance organizational performance.
  • Oversaw budget management, ensuring effective allocation of resources across departments.

Senior Consultant & Account Leader

CIBER, Inc.
1996 - 2002
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with client objectives and timelines.
  • Presented findings and recommendations to executive-level stakeholders, effectively communicating key insights and action plans.
  • Facilitated workshops to identify business challenges and recommend actionable improvements.

Program Manager - Special Pprograms

Logicon - Geodynamics
1993 - 1995
  • Developed and implemented project plans, streamlining processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Analyzed project performance metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement and risk mitigation strategies.

Lieutenant Commander

US Navy
1972 - 1992

Cryptologic Officer, Communications Officer 1985-1992

Surface Warfare Officer, Operations Manager 1978-1985

Avionics Technician 1970-1978

Education

MBA - General Studies

University of Colorado
Colorado Springs, CO

Master of Science - Operations Management

Naval Postgraduate School
Monterey, CA

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN

No Degree - TQM, TOC, ITIL, CMMI,

Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO

Skills

  • Operations Research & Analysis
  • Strategic Management, Planning & Execution
  • Organizational Development
  • Enterprise Performance Management
  • Communications Management
  • Demand Forecasting
  • Capacity planning
  • Workforce Competency Development
  • Information & Knowledge Management
  • Six sigma methodologies, Kaizen, Lean
  • Balanced Scorecard, SWOT, TQM
  • Coaching, Mentoring, Training

Timeline

Senior Director of Engineering - Chief Architect

BAE Systems Inc.
2005 - 2012

Director Enterprise Engineering - Chief Architect

BAE Systems
2002 - 2004

Senior Consultant & Account Leader

CIBER, Inc.
1996 - 2002

Program Manager - Special Pprograms

Logicon - Geodynamics
1993 - 1995

Lieutenant Commander

US Navy
1972 - 1992

MBA - General Studies

University of Colorado

Master of Science - Operations Management

Naval Postgraduate School

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Purdue University

No Degree - TQM, TOC, ITIL, CMMI,

Colorado Technical University
Dale Farnsworth