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Gary Churchman
Chowchilla,CA
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45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Contracts Manager
PacSci EMC
Hollister, CA
02.2003 - 07.2026
- Prepared proposals and cost estimates; negotiated complex, high-dollar contracts (e.g., Raytheon EKV, Lockheed Martin THAAD, PAC-3)
- Managed change proposals, R&D contracts, and contract training materials
- Drafted contract clauses, coordinated with legal, and authored internal procedures
- Applied US Federal Procurement Regulations and working knowledge of the UCC
- Familiar with Ralliant Business Systems and production process improvements
Contract Database Architect
Educational Data Systems
Morgan Hill, CA
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Created a barcode-based rapid retrieval system for archived standardized tests using ColdFusion over SQL Server
Contract Database Architect
VISA
Foster City, CA
01.2001 - 12.2002
- Developed 'VISA Online University' using ColdFusion over Oracle: spec’d PeopleSoft triggers, automated notifications and training registration, tracked completions and updated HR records
Contract Database Architect
Hewlett Packard
Mountain View, CA
01.1998 - 12.2000
- Built an automated procedures system using ColdFusion over SQL Server, routed reviews, archived controlled versions, and performance-tested SAP utilities
Director of Production
Medseek
Solvang, CA
01.1996 - 12.1997
- Managed production team, ensured design consistency, led testing teams, negotiated improvements, and presented progress to stakeholders
Owner / Operator
The Handyman & Associates
Littleton, CO
01.1990 - 12.1995
- Wrote contracts, drew plans, obtained permits, hired staff, ordered materials, led build teams, and managed inspections
Contracts Manager
Martin Marietta Corporation
Littleton, CO
03.1986 - 12.1989
- Advised on Executive Order use of government designs, facilities, tooling, and technology for commercial production
- Wrote policy to align commercial builds with government acceptance criteria
- Drafted terms for commercial Titan launch services and negotiated special provisions
- Supported supply chain setup for commercial Titan manufacturing and launches
Contracts Manager
Martin Marietta Corporation
Vandenberg AFB, CA
02.1981 - 03.1986
- Prime contract to US Air Force for launch pad and station sets at Vandenberg AFB
- Negotiated terms, contract dollar values, and change proposals
- Drafted contract clauses and coordinated with legal
- Prepared and delivered presentations and contract training
- Managed award fee objectives and tracked results
- Guided customer representatives through station sets and coordinated with other military branches
Education
BSBM -
Affiliations
National Contract Management Association
Languages
- English, Native
- Spanish, Conversational
- Portuguese (Brazilian), Working knowledge
- German, Basic understanding
Timeline
Contracts Manager - PacSci EMC
02.2003 - 07.2026
Contract Database Architect - Educational Data Systems
01.2001 - 01.2003
Contract Database Architect - VISA
01.2001 - 12.2002
Contract Database Architect - Hewlett Packard
01.1998 - 12.2000
Director of Production - Medseek
01.1996 - 12.1997
Owner / Operator - The Handyman & Associates
01.1990 - 12.1995
Contracts Manager - Martin Marietta Corporation
03.1986 - 12.1989
Contracts Manager - Martin Marietta Corporation
02.1981 - 03.1986
University of La Verne - BSBM,