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Daron Stump

Dayton,OH

Summary

Dynamic Lead Program Manager with proven success in managing complex initiatives. Expertise in risk management, vendor negotiation, and performance monitoring, driving operational compliance and budget oversight.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Program Manager

USAF
WPAFB, OH, OH
05.2022 - 09.2025
  • Led cross-functional teams to manage complex program initiatives.
  • Mentored junior Program Managers by providing guidance on project planning, scheduling and risk management techniques.
  • Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts, developing SLAs and monitoring performance against standards.

Deputy

USAF
WPAFB AFB, OH
05.2020 - 05.2022
  • Directed daily operations of squadron activities and training programs.

Deputy Division Chief

USAF
Washington , DC
05.2017 - 05.2020
  • Monitored operational processes to ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Flight Commander/Chief of Plans & Programs

USAF
Colorado Springs, Colorado
05.2013 - 05.2017
  • Led flight operations and ensured mission readiness for diverse air missions.

Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

USAF
Phoenix, Arizona
05.2010 - 05.2013
  • Supervised daily operations and workflow within the unit.

Avionics Program Manager

USAF
WPAFB, OH
06.2005 - 06.2010
  • Oversaw program budgets and monitored financial compliance throughout projects.

Carpentry Assistant

TM
Kansas City, Missouri
06.2000 - 01.2005
  • Assisted carpenters with framing and installation of residential structures.

Education

Air Command And Staff College (USAF) - Intermediate Developmental Education

Air University
Montgomery, AL
01-2018

Certificate - Advanced Program Management

Defense Acquisition University
Dayton, OH
01-2017

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
05-2005

Master of Public Administration - Public Administration

University of Dayton
Dayton, OH

Skills

  • Program management
  • Risk management
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Performance monitoring
  • Budget oversight
  • Operational compliance

Accomplishments

  • USAF Team of the Year, 2024

Timeline

Lead Program Manager

USAF
05.2022 - 09.2025

Deputy

USAF
05.2020 - 05.2022

Deputy Division Chief

USAF
05.2017 - 05.2020

Flight Commander/Chief of Plans & Programs

USAF
05.2013 - 05.2017

Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

USAF
05.2010 - 05.2013

Avionics Program Manager

USAF
06.2005 - 06.2010

Carpentry Assistant

TM
06.2000 - 01.2005

Air Command And Staff College (USAF) - Intermediate Developmental Education

Air University

Certificate - Advanced Program Management

Defense Acquisition University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Missouri

Master of Public Administration - Public Administration

University of Dayton
Daron Stump