Kaila Wilson
Linkedin.com/in/kaila-wilson,USA
Summary
Emotionally intelligent leader and strategic program manager with experience in customer-facing roles across defense, aerospace, and enterprise technology. Proven track record managing multi-million-dollar federal programs, including a $9M Battle Space Environment (BSE) project supporting F-35 & ADP platforms. Skilled in driving digital transformation, stakeholder alignment, and leading interdisciplinary teams with measurable impact. Known for non-linear thinking, creative problem solving, and a collaborative leadership style that empowers others. Adept in Agile methodologies, Six Sigma practices, and cloud-based solution deployments. Passionate about developing talent and fostering innovation in secure, mission-driven environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Product Owner – CoE 1LMX Deployment & Digital Transformation
Lockheed Martin – Enterprise Operations
Marietta, GA
01.2025 - Current
- Led enterprise-wide digital transformation as Product Owner within the Center of Excellence (CoE) for 1LMX Deployment.
- Managed end-to-end software deployment and migration planning, collaborating with business analysts, product teams, and end users.
- Ensured delivery of high-quality, mission-aligned solutions that modernize operations and support enterprise digital transformation.
- Delivered 100% on-time software deployments by managing cross-functional teams of analysts, engineers, and stakeholders.
- Reduced deployment times by 20% by optimizing Agile workflows and process handoffs across delivery teams.
Project Lead & Control Account Manager (CAM)
Lockheed Martin – Aeronautics Division
Marietta, GA
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Managed $20+ million dollar defense programs, ensuring contractual scope, cost, and schedule alignment.
- Led integrated software engineering teams, increasing delivery efficiency by 30% via collaborative planning.
- Interfaced directly with executive stakeholders and DoD partners to report progress, resolve risks, and support mission readiness.
Senior Project Planning & Controls Analyst
Honeywell FM&T (Federal Manufacturing & Technology)
Kansas City, MO
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Reduced resource forecasting variance by 25% through data-driven collaboration with technical leads.
- Oversaw project financials, variance analysis, labor/material forecasting, and contract deliverables across 50+ defense projects.
- Partnered with technical leads to ensure transparency in planning and execution, supporting project recovery and realignment.
- Trained in Six Sigma (Green Belt); contributed to process improvement initiatives across PMO.
Senior Delivery Consultant
Oracle Corporation (Cerner)
Kansas City, KS
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Trained 200+ end users on solution adoption and optimization for Oracle SaaS solutions.
- Led delivery of 140+ enterprise healthcare technology projects; maintained 99% test accuracy and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with customers to adopt new cloud-based solutions through data-driven planning and training.
- Recommended scalable process improvements across consulting practices.
Systems Engineer
Oracle Corporation (Cerner)
Kansas City, KS
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Delivered technical consulting, upgrades, and system implementation for 50+ SaaS clients in regulated environments.
- Guided customers through modernization efforts while ensuring secure transitions and sustained uptime.
- Provided tier-3 engineering support, feasibility assessments, and client system health reviews.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Systems Engineering
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KSSkills
- Customer Success & Stakeholder Management
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Agile, Waterfall & Hybrid Project Management
- Leadership & Cross-Functional Team Management
- Risk Mitigation & Change Management
- Program/Portfolio Management
- Systems Engineering & Digital Transformation
- Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) management
Certification
- Technical Program Management | Six Sigma (Green Belt)
- Agile Methodologies & Scrum | AI/ML Data Strategy
- Digital Business Model Innovation | Change Management
- Generative AI for Program Managers | Emotionally Intelligent Leadership
Affiliations
- Aerospace Chief of Staff – NSBE Aerospace Special Interest Group (SIG)
- Co-Chair, Intern/College Engagement – LM Black Excellence Council (B.E.C.) National ATTRACT Initiative
- President, NSBE Professionals – Lockheed Martin-Marietta Chapter
- Co-Chair, National Attract Initiative – LM B.E.C. College Engagement
- President (2017–2023), NSBE Professionals – Kansas City Chapter
- Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. | Order of the Engineer
Timeline
Product Owner – CoE 1LMX Deployment & Digital Transformation
Lockheed Martin – Enterprise Operations
01.2025 - Current
Project Lead & Control Account Manager (CAM)
Lockheed Martin – Aeronautics Division
10.2023 - 01.2025
Senior Project Planning & Controls Analyst
Honeywell FM&T (Federal Manufacturing & Technology)
09.2022 - 10.2023
Senior Delivery Consultant
Oracle Corporation (Cerner)
06.2021 - 09.2022
Systems Engineer
Oracle Corporation (Cerner)
07.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biological Systems Engineering
Kansas State University
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