DWIGHT MENDOZA
Farmington
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in the aviation and aerospace industry, demonstrating a proven track record in project management and maintenance support. Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities enhance efficiency across office administration, sales, and strategic planning functions. Skilled at navigating complex challenges while fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Manager
RTX TECHNOLOGIES (PRATT &WHITNEY & COLLINS AEROSPACE)
10.2006 - Current
Manager Procurement, Account Specialist
Pratt & Whitney
East Hartford, CT
01.2006 - Current
- Procurement Account Manager for Small Machines and Fabrication hardware for new engine developments, engineering changes, and product deliverables for a variety of Pratt & Whitney products (F100, F135, NEO, BA).
- Managed key supplier relationships, focusing on timely delivery indicators and strategic capacity ramp-up plans.
- Led cross-functional project management efforts to enhance quality materials and ensure production readiness. Oversaw continuous improvement strategies in collaboration with industrial program engineering and various suppliers. Fostered teamwork and alignment among stakeholders to achieve project goals.
- Showcased strong project management skills by overseeing the execution of tactical plans and coordinating product transitions effectively.
- Monitored and enforced accountability measures for supplier and Pratt & Whitney teams in alignment with customer deliverables milestone plan.
- Executed standard product purchasing processes, including order placement and supplier relationship management.
Manager Procurement, Buyer
Collins Aerospace
Windsor Locks, CT
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Oversaw procurement processes for multiple programs to optimize resource allocation. Managed supply chain operations to guarantee reliable delivery of goods and services while proactively addressing productivity barriers.
- Managed relationships with approximately 9 suppliers within engineered items commodity group.
- Led integration of supplier transition efforts across multiple program workstreams during transition period. Collaborated with supplier to facilitate contract initiation and establish procedural guidelines.
- Directed implementation of RFPs, negotiation strategies, and cost accountability measures to support program execution.
- Specialist, Senior Support Logistic Representative 2016-2019
- Coordinated management and resolution of inbound aerospace critical aircraft on ground (AOG) part demands, supporting timely service for a range of international customers and airlines.
- Oversaw processing and monitoring of customer issues and concerns from initiation to resolution utilizing CRM ERP (SAP) systems and Microsoft Dynamics.
Project Tooling Management Specialist
Belcan Engineering
Windsor, CT
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Oversaw delivery analysis initiatives for global distribution and logistics management. Managed SAP inventory levels and maintained accurate site property equipment records. Evaluated metrics to enhance operational performance.
- Assessed manufacturing processes and hardware to ensure adherence to applicable requirements.
- Assisted in maintaining compliance with import/export regulations and ITAR/ITC legal requirements. Supported identification of export controls through engineering processes and ensured proper marking and control of prints.
- Engineering, Technical Services
Regional Program Manager
K+S Services Inc.
Rocky Hill, CT
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Oversaw comprehensive sales strategies and expansion efforts for 12 integrated accounts, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Executed project management strategies for new program releases, delivering status updates and requirements through structured reporting meetings and tailored presentations.
- Facilitated the adoption of standard work procedures across departments, leveraging the DMAIC framework to drive efficiency and ensure compliance.
- Industrial Repair and Electronic Service
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
Boston University
Boston, MA05-2019
Bachelors of Business Administration - Business Administration
Northwood University
West Palm Beach, FL05-2006
Skills
- Business Process Improvement
- Vendor Management
- Problem-Solving
- Data and Metrics Interpreting
- Troubleshooting
- Time Management
- ERP (SAP)
- MS Excel Proficient /MS Project
- Supply Chain Management
Certification
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification –Central Connecticut State University
Timeline
Manager Procurement, Buyer
Collins Aerospace
01.2019 - 01.2023
Project Tooling Management Specialist
Belcan Engineering
01.2015 - 01.2016
Regional Program Manager
K+S Services Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2015
Procurement Manager
RTX TECHNOLOGIES (PRATT &WHITNEY & COLLINS AEROSPACE)
10.2006 - Current
Manager Procurement, Account Specialist
Pratt & Whitney
01.2006 - Current
Master of Science - Project Management
Boston University
Bachelors of Business Administration - Business Administration
Northwood University