Lance Klingler
Program Manager
Mansfield,TX
Summary
Accomplished Training Manager with over 4,500 flight hours, well-versed in selecting trainers, curriculum and course plans to achieve demanding training objectives. Effective at leading courses on diverse topics. Manager with more than 28 years of military/civilian experience planning, developing, and implementing all aspects of defense industry planning, aircrew training, and programming. Responsible Flight Engineer Instructor offering in-depth knowledge of aircraft systems and operating procedures, aerodynamics, flying fundamentals and ground and flight emergency procedures. Bringing 20 years of experience teaching students to fly in variety of settings by using textbook education, simulator and live flight training methods.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
AIRCREW TRAINING PROGRAM MANAGER
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Robins AFB, GA
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Manage $18M Aircrew Training Program with diverse team of 55 aircrew training professionals producing +350 qualified students per year.
- Manage personnel roles and responsibilities related to aircrew syllabi, academic, simulator and Ground Trainer Aircraft.
- Provide contractual direction and management of two subcontracted suppliers dealing with web-based, initial, and refresher training.
- Manage program CAM reports using EVM principals to maintain program cost and schedule.
SENIOR PRINCIPAL PROJECT MANAGER
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Robins AFB, GA
04.2020 - 11.2021
- Responsible for integration and execution of Programmed Depot Maintenance (PDM) contract requirements and serve as customer contact for site program activities, including leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
- Reviewing authority for 139 Field Service Engineering Requests (FSERs) in FY20.
- NGAS liaison for Boeing AOG work for largest structural repair in JSTARS history totaling $27.7M.
- Managed $5M annual MILSTRIP funding allocation. Processed 40 parts & tool additions, saving $500K towards O&A charges and greatly increasing efficiency of MILSTRIP expenditures.
MANAGER PRODUCT
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Robins AFB, GA
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Oversees and coordinates operation aspect of E-8C Flight Crew Training (FCT) and Mission Crew Training (MCT) Operations.
- Oversee Suppler Statement of Work (SSOW) and contract valued at $3.2M
- Coordinated project planning and execution with team members and team leads.
- Reviewed customer concerns, and new opportunities to drive business strategy at weekly planning sessions.
- Documented user stories, specifications, and product features into detailed work order to communicate across teams and build mandatory requirements.
Site Manager and Assistant FCT Manager
L3Harris
Warner Robins, Georgia
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Flight Simulator and classroom instructor for E-8C pilots, Combat System Officers, and Flight Engineers.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Created instructional material and training syllabi for specific areas of ground and flight training.
- Developed lesson plans and conducted ground training modules covering aircraft systems across normal, abnormal and emergency operations.
SUPERINTENDENT, OPERATIONS QUALITY ASSURANCE
USAF
Robins AFB, GA
10.2011 - 09.2013
- Led staff of 11 in supervision and evaluation of 765 assigned personnel: providing warfighters to multiple AOR's.
- Provided technical input for Air Staff, ANG, and Air Combat Command to ISR system integration on aircraft avionics, TCAS, and communication upgrades.
- Vital team member for $33M flight simulator upgrade program: manage team of 6 ensuring adherence to 650+ item quality metrics review.
PROGRAM MANAGER
USAF
Robins AFB, GA
10.2008 - 10.2011
- Managed flight deck requirements and its support system valued at over $20 billion.
- Subject matter expert for 45 flight engineers providing expertise on airframe, propulsion systems, aircraft performance, aviation safety, and cargo security.
- Lead briefer to executive leadership group on $2.1 billion reengining program.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Homeland Security
American Military University
Charles TownAssociate of Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALDefense Acquisition University
Fort Belvoir, VASkills
- Active TOP SECRET Security Clearance
- Reports generation and analysis
- Course Development
- Classroom Instruction
- Orientation Sessions
- Public Speaking
- Written and Oral Communications
- Educational Strategies
- Performance Measurement
Certification
- FAA Flight Engineer – Turbo Jet Rating
- Certifications EVM Qualification – Northrop Grumman Aeronautics
- Systems Professional Manager- U.S. Air Force
- Project Management- Syracuse University
Work Availability
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Timeline
AIRCREW TRAINING PROGRAM MANAGER
Northrop Grumman Corporation
11.2021 - 10.2023
SENIOR PRINCIPAL PROJECT MANAGER
Northrop Grumman Corporation
04.2020 - 11.2021
MANAGER PRODUCT
Northrop Grumman Corporation
08.2019 - 04.2020
Site Manager and Assistant FCT Manager
L3Harris
01.2014 - 01.2019
SUPERINTENDENT, OPERATIONS QUALITY ASSURANCE
USAF
10.2011 - 09.2013
PROGRAM MANAGER
USAF
10.2008 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Homeland Security
American Military University
Associate of Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of The Air Force
Defense Acquisition University
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