Gabriel Lopez, MBA
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Experienced Configuration Analyst with over six years of experience in the defense industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in the Configuration Management and Mechanical Product Teams department. Dependable and organized team player with the ability to communicate effectively and efficiently. Skilled at building relationships with team members across all levels of an organization. Experienced in problem solving and risk mitigation for both Army and Navy customers. Skilled in both development and production environments, taking control of what needs to be done. Highly trained in configuration management principles and process development and known for having talents in CommonPDM, Creo Parametric and SharePoint. Proven history of fostering process efficiency to meet team, individual and management objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Configuration Analyst
Raytheon Missiles & Defense
Tucson , AZ
2021.04 - Current
- Certified Level 6 Program Manager
- Control Account Manager (CAM) for production Level of Effort (LOE).
- Provided Basis of Estimate's (BOE) for proposals of future contracts.
- Provided support for multiple programs during transitional period off previous program assignments.
- Led multiple CMs and handled program change management decisions
- Organized system infrastructure documentation and operating procedures, strengthening controls and enhancing overall performance.
- Investigated and addressed CommonPDM and SharePoint system issues to enhance usability and improve functionality.
- Monitored tasks, evaluating information processing and performance to gauge business functions and inefficiencies.
- Collaborated on all stages of systems development lifecycle, from requirement gathering to production releases.
- Consulted with engineering team members to determine program priorities and develop improvement plans.
- Outlined design requirements, BOMs, functional specifications and reports to document development processes.
- Drove implementation of quality requirements for new product designs and adherence to customer specifications and production requirements.
- Participated in internal audits of quality management system.
- Developed flowcharts and diagrams to describe and lay out logical operational steps.
- Enhanced project management skills by defining and presenting system solutions for program needs or technical problems.
- Collaborated closely with upper management to drive strategy through development and implementation of new processes.
- Oversaw document development across project workstreams to create internal control guidance.
- Communicated and explained business requirements to team members to understand and implement functional demands.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Cross-trained and provided backup support for organizational leadership.
Configuration Analyst II
Raytheon Missile & Defense
Tucson , AZ
2019.02 - 2021.03
- Coordinated with leadership and team members to guide development programs to necessary production gate reviews
- Site-wide Creo parametric subject matter expert point of contact to resolve model and drawing errors prior to release
- Supported multiple programs while maintaining Technical Data Package (TDP) integrity on primary program
- Optimized programs PDM structure to create more fluid and coherent organization, decreasing products by 25
- Maintained industry knowledge through continuing education, training and monitoring of industry publications
- Developed, wrote and maintained detailed troubleshooting guide and knowledge base for use by program engineers and leads
- Developed checklist and process guidance to decrease level of effort for new configuration managers changing programs as well as new managers joining programs
- Developed guide for Project Drafting Specification (PDS) exemptions for use during approval of Marking Standard Template Automation Tool (MSTAT) program contracts. Presented guidance use and importance of exemptions across all Tucson plant sites to configuration and data management personnel
- Gathered and defined customer requirements to develop clear specifications for creating well-organized project plans
- Collaborated on all stages of systems development lifecycle, from requirement gathering to production releases.
- Control Account Manager (CAM) for production Level of Effort (LOE)
Developed Basis of Estimate's (BOE) for proposals of future contracts.
Consulted with engineering team members to determine program priorities and develop improvement plans.
Outlined design requirements, BOMs, functional specifications and reports to document development processes.
Drove implementation of quality requirements for new product designs and adherence to customer specifications and production requirements.
Participated in internal audits of quality management system.
Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
RiseUp Graduate
Certified Level 7 Program Manager - RiseUp Graduate
- Level 7 PM
Configuration Analyst I
Raytheon Missile Systems
Tucson , AZ
2016.02 - 2019.01
- Common Product Data Management (PDM) utilization to verify product drawings, approvals, and configuration verification
- Developed relationships with engineers to process changes to both government and company owned drawings to ensure compliance with contractual obligations
- Reviewed company policies to ensure compliance and approval by both government and customer representatives
- Managed verification process to ensure government and company compliance
- Created product structure for newly developed drawings in Creo, computer aided design drawings
- Managed change board to ensure compliance with configuration management standards
- Led multiple cross functional affordability projects to streamline company processes
- Site-wide Creo parametric subject matter expert point of contact to resolve model and drawing errors prior to release
- Presented at inter-departmental meetings to disseminate knowledge to peers on topics including Outlook productivity tips and Common Product Data Management enhancements
- Coordinated cross functional teams to expedite change package completion for accelerated customer deadline
- Recipient of 2018, Raytheon Missile Systems Up and Coming Award
Procurement
Freeport-McMoRan, Miami Operations
Miami , AZ
2015.05 - 2015.08
- Purchased materials from multiple vendors utilizing SAP
- Updated material sourcing and purchasing information for future purchases on stock items.
- Distributed vendor surveys for 3rd year in order to gain insight on company performance.
- Verified distribution information for forward purchasing agreements.
- Resolved issues involving: past due items, materials received not invoiced, and over/under delivered purchase orders
Education
Master of Business Administration - International Business
Western New Mexico University
Silver City2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Management
Western New Mexico University
2015
Skills
- Leadership skills with drive to further leadership and management skills to enhance program management abilities
- Work well individually or with team
- Ability to prioritize based off program needs
- Experience with presenting to all levels of leadership
- Ability to quickly apply new skills and concepts while working under pressure
- Knowledgeable in analyzing program contracts and statements of work to remain in compliance
- Able to quickly embrace new ideas and methods
- Knowledgeable in Systems, Applications & Products in Data Processing (SAP)
- Proficient in all Microsoft office products
- Proficient in Common Product Data Management (PDM) Systems
- Process development and enhancement
- RiseUp Cohort VI Team Lead
Certification
- Society of Logistics Engineers (SOLE) Certified – Demonstrated Logistician
- National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Certified – Configuration and Data Specialist
- Raytheon Six Sigma Specialist
- Raytheon Earned Value Certified
- Raytheon PM Level 6 and 7 Certified
- Common Product Data Management (PDM) certified Product Manager
- Common Product Data Management (PDM) certified Agreement Object Administrator
Timeline
Principal Configuration Analyst
Raytheon Missiles & Defense
2021.04 - Current
Configuration Analyst II
Raytheon Missile & Defense
2019.02 - 2021.03
Configuration Analyst I
Raytheon Missile Systems
2016.02 - 2019.01
Procurement
Freeport-McMoRan, Miami Operations
2015.05 - 2015.08
Master of Business Administration - International Business
Western New Mexico University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Management
Western New Mexico University
- Society of Logistics Engineers (SOLE) Certified – Demonstrated Logistician
- National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Certified – Configuration and Data Specialist
- Raytheon Six Sigma Specialist
- Raytheon Earned Value Certified
- Raytheon PM Level 6 and 7 Certified
- Common Product Data Management (PDM) certified Product Manager
- Common Product Data Management (PDM) certified Agreement Object Administrator
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