Jordan Thornton
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Program manager with a strong focus on contract management, risk assessment, and small and large team leadership, driving operational efficiency and successful project execution for DOD's largest program. Proven ability to develop innovative strategies that leverage market dynamics, enhancing program outcomes. Skilled in strategic planning, complex problem-solving, and cross-functional communication, with a successful track record of process improvements and employee supervision.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Captain O3 - Program Manager
Air Force - Pentagon
Arlington, Virginia
09.2023 - Current
- Responsible for cost, schedule, performance, and award of 27 DOD contracts valued at $5 billion.
- Coordinates with 20+ US Partners, Foreign Military Sales, & US Services to define and revise requirements.
- Synchronizes and leads dynamic internal and external government and industry team efforts to effectively plan, resource, solicit, and award contracts for the DODs largest Program (F-35 Joint Programs Office).
- Cultivates strong relationships with team members through open communication and active listening and transparency.
- Develops and maintains comprehensive project documentation and reports for Senior VP and Director level equivalents.
- Conducts comprehensive risk assessments to identify issues/ shortfalls and enforced solutions via process improvements.
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
Air Force
Las Vegas, Nevada
09.2020 - 09.2023
- Supervised over 200 maintenance personnel to ensure aircraft safety, compliance standards, and timely aircraft sortie generation.
- Coordinated scheduling of inspections and repairs for 26 F-35 aircraft and support equipment valued at $3 billion, ensuring fleet readiness.
- Participated in meetings with the Senior Director and VP equivalents concerning operational objectives related to aviation safety and maintenance initiatives.
- Directed the activities of subordinate personnel in the execution of assigned tasks.
- Trained personnel on maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory of tools and equipment for efficient operations.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to address technical issues effectively.
- Compiled monthly statistical reports detailing trends related to aviation safety incidents or accidents.
- Reviewed work orders for accuracy and completeness prior to approving them for completion.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining any discrepancies found during routine inspections or servicing operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing And Economics
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC05-2020
Skills
- Program management
- Risk assessment
- Project documentation
- Schedule management
- Contract negotiation
- Team leadership
- Performance analysis
- Effective communication
- Process improvement
- Relationship building
- Team training and development
- Budget preparation
- Public speaking
- Data analysis
- Proposal development
- Procurement
- Customer service
- Cost estimates & budgets
- Contract development
- Performance monitoring
- Individual instruction
- Presentation creation and delivery
- MS office applications
- Critical thinking
- Personnel management
- Cultural sensitivity
- Aviation
Accomplishments
Stratified as #1 Program Manager of 14 within F-35 Air Vehicle Program Office
3 Career Company Grade Officer of the Quarter Awards
3 Career Company Grade Officer of the Quarter Awards
Clearances
- Top Secret/ SCI
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Captain O3 - Program Manager
Air Force - Pentagon
09.2023 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
Air Force
09.2020 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Marketing And Economics
North Carolina A&T State University