Jared Katuszonek
Hollywood,MD
Summary
Dedicated and mission-focused Program Manager with over 20 years of Test and Evaluation (T&E) experience in the Developmental Test (DT) environment, supporting the warfighter with successful execution of complex Department of Defense (DoD) programs. Proven expertise in managing program cost, schedule, and performance ensuring timely delivery of critical capabilities. Adept at fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams, mitigating risks, and driving process improvements to optimize program efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
PMA-268 – MQ-25 Assistant Program Manager Test and
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
Patuxent River, MD
07.2025 - Current
- Lead the T&E program strategy for the MQ-25 air system (a North Star program) on an accelerated schedule by managing resource constraints and program risk to support the fleet release of cutting-edge capability that will greatly enhance operational readiness.
- Direct the integration of advanced data analytics as a contract Technical Point of Contact (TPOC), to incorporate a modernized post-test data analysis tool adaptable to changing program demands and the timely completion of critical reporting.
- Manage T&E resources to improve efficiency and mitigate any future risks to ensure critical milestones are met.
- Facilitate regular communication with program leadership, test team, and external stakeholders to ensure situational awareness and alignment of T&E objectives.
PMA-265 – F/A-18 E/F APMT&E
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
Patuxent River, MD
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Directed the test planning, execution, and oversight for the Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Integrated Product Team (IPT), ensuring T&E alignment with mission objectives and acquisition milestones.
- Led program test execution and planning, resulting in a successful Full-Rate Production Decision Review (FRP-DR) for the Infrared Search and Detect (IRST) ACAT-1C program.
- Authored the IRST Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) update for Follow-on Test and Evaluation (FOT&E) testing and resources required, coordinating multiple working groups to ensure collaborative approval was obtained from all stakeholders.
- Led cross-functional teams of engineers, analysts, and acquisition professionals to achieve program objectives and resolve complex technical challenges.
PMA-265 - F/A-18 & EA-18G Test Resource Manager (T
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
Patuxent River, MD
08.2022 - 03.2024
- Utilized the NAVAIR Integrated Test & Evaluation Management System (iTEMS) suite of program management tools to manage agile program T&E processes by aggregating program test data to analyze and report progress towards mission objectives in support of Naval Aviation’s Air Wing of the future.
- Led the lab hardware integration plan for Growler Block 2 (GB2), supporting program objectives for early testing in the labs to accelerate the schedule for GB2 fleet release.
- Managed the Non-Combat Expenditure Allocations (NCEA) for weapons and targets required to successfully execute critical live fire DT events to demonstrate new capabilities prior to fielding.
E-2/C-2 Integrated Test Team (ITT) - Lead TRM
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
Patuxent River, MD
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Oversaw and coordinated all aspects of test execution and T&E reporting, leveraging integrated tools and data analysis methods to support program mission objectives.
- Provided bi-monthly updates to the Program Manager and PMA-231 leadership on E-2 test execution and long-term schedule status toward meeting program milestones.
- Managed the deficiency process for the E-2 program, ensuring issues discovered during testing were reviewed by the Integrated Test Team (ITT) and Lead System Integrator (LSI) for resolution.
PMA-274 - Presidential Helicopters TRM
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
Patuxent River, MD
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Managed program test execution utilizing the iTEMS suite of program management tools to achieve program goals, key program events, and critical acquisition milestones.
- Scheduled and resourced test events to meet emerging and time sensitive operational requirements.
- Assisted in managing the AIR 5.1.1 contract ($50M ceiling) by monitoring contract performance through financial management, labor accounting, and expenditure forecasting.
H-1 Upgrades ITT - TRM
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
Patuxent River, MD
07.2015 - 01.2018
- Managed the execution of H-1 ground and flight test events, ensuring alignment with program objectives and timelines while collaborating with key stakeholders to address resource requirements and mitigate risks.
- Created, managed, and tracked ground and flight test execution metrics, developed detailed test schedules, and aligned resources to test events using designed tracking tools.
Associate
Booz Allen Hamilton
Lexington Park, Maryland
09.2008 - 07.2015
- Served as the Program Manager for a Survivability/Vulnerability Information Analysis Center (SURVIAC) Technical Area Task (TAT) contract vehicle ($8M ceiling) for NAVAIR requirements and technical analysis tasking.
- Managed and monitored contract performance to include financials, labor accounting, and expenditure forecasting.
- Validated and approved Statements of Work (SOWs), technical proposals, and Task Utilization Agreements (TUA) for getting new work on contract.
AH-1W Configuration Manager
Booz Allen Hamilton
China Lake, CA
09.2007 - 09.2008
- Provided configuration identification, control, tracking and reporting of all Operational Flight Programs (OFPs) and System Configuration Set (SCS) configurations.
Logistician
JT3
Edwards AFB, CA
12.2006 - 09.2007
- Served as a Logistician for the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Program. Provided Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) services in support of the preliminary Integrated Test Force (ITF) planning requirements set forth for the JSF.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
01-2006
Associate of Arts - Letters, Arts, And Sciences
Antelope Valley College
01-2003
Skills
- Test and evaluation (T&E)
- Test execution
- Resource allocation
- Deficiency resolution
- Risk mitigation
- Test resource management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Data analysis
- Program management
Security Clearance
- Current - Top Secret / SCI Eligable
Certification
Level III Certification, Program Management - Defense Acquisition University (DAU)
Timeline
PMA-268 – MQ-25 Assistant Program Manager Test and
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
07.2025 - Current
PMA-265 – F/A-18 E/F APMT&E
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
03.2024 - 07.2025
PMA-265 - F/A-18 & EA-18G Test Resource Manager (T
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
08.2022 - 03.2024
E-2/C-2 Integrated Test Team (ITT) - Lead TRM
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
08.2019 - 08.2022
PMA-274 - Presidential Helicopters TRM
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
01.2018 - 08.2019
H-1 Upgrades ITT - TRM
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
07.2015 - 01.2018
Associate
Booz Allen Hamilton
09.2008 - 07.2015
AH-1W Configuration Manager
Booz Allen Hamilton
09.2007 - 09.2008
Logistician
JT3
12.2006 - 09.2007
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts - Letters, Arts, And Sciences
Antelope Valley College