Dynamic Sr. Manager with Raytheon, excelling in contract and audit management while fostering stakeholder engagement. Drove 80% increase in training utilization via creative solutions and process enhancements. Proven expertise in regulatory compliance and project oversight, driving results across cross-functional teams and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Manager, Customer Engagement Lead
Raytheon
El Segundo, CA
04.2023 - Current
Managed internal and external audits to ensure government compliance for $7.6 billion DFARS Business System with 300K assets.
Operated as Project Manager for DFARS 252.245-7005 reporting requirements; established five cross-functional teams for strategic alignment.
Cultivated stakeholder management to analyze departmental impacts and strengthen interdepartmental relationships.
Promoted a compliance culture by liaising with 456 contract professionals on reviews and best practices.
Spearheaded compliance inquiries, advising on laws and regulations while assessing risk factors.
Supported business front end with proposals and contract reviews to identify cost impacts of increased program scope.
Interfaced regularly with legal to address compliance challenges, including GCAR responses and FAR interpretations.
Drove development of digital learning for Property Training, enhancing training outcomes in line with FAR 52.245-1.
Operations & Signal Manager
United States Army (Retired)
Kuwait, Jordan, Israel and Los Alamitos, CA
03.2004 - 03.2025
Supervised 1,500 Soldiers in California's largest Division, executing training and development programs.
Planned and managed network operations for multinational telecommunications support across various stakeholders.
Served as Inspector for Division Signal Maintenance, ensuring compliance with supply discipline and inspection programs.
Provided technical guidance to Commanders and subordinate units during operational exercises.
Executed Signal Staff functions, collaborating with multiple headquarters to maintain effective communications.
Constructed network infrastructures supporting 300 warfighters during routine exercises and two deployments.
Authored Battalion tactical operation orders to streamline mission flow and task assignments.
Coordinated travel, logistics, and expenses for the Battalion through Defense Travel System.
Western Region Sr. Property Manager
Raytheon
El Segundo, Goleta, & San Diego, CA
09.2018 - 04.2023
Managed 19 employees across Program Support Teams in El Segundo, Goleta, and San Diego for 110 programs with 44,000 line items valued at $512 million.
Facilitated 200 internal and external customer audits alongside 80 limited surveys and financial reporting per FAR 52.245-1.
Created and reviewed Property Basis of Estimates for new proposals and developed a tool for accurate effort estimation.
Conducted contract reviews to ensure compliance with reporting requirements and title determinations.
Strengthened collaboration with legal teams on property issues, enhancing contract closure processes.
Developed a comprehensive tiered training certification program for Property Management, training 219 personnel across all regions.
Served as instructor on multiple courses, establishing four certification levels from beginner to advanced for Senior Leaders.
Sr. Principal Asset Administrator
Raytheon
El Segundo, CA
08.2017 - 09.2018
Provided technical expertise by configuring RShare Property Web Pages and granting SharePoint access across multiple regions.
Maintained program support for 30 properties from acquisition to disposition, including special access and unclassified programs.
Reviewed contracts to identify property requirements, determine titles, and tag assets as necessary.
Facilitated collaboration between property, contracts, and programs to develop effective resolutions through critical analysis.
Implemented property control measures ensuring accountability among programs, subcontractors, and stakeholders per FARs and DFARS regulations.
Conducted property assessments and audits to maintain compliance with approved property systems.
Led training sessions for new hires as a property expertise lead while participating in various project teams.
Managed development of new inventory software application, securing approval for a barcode identification scanner across DOD and SAP programs.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Los Angeles, CA
01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Los Angeles, CA
01.2010
Skills
Compliance management
Contract and audit management
Cross-functional team leadership
Innovative solutions
Operations management
Problem solving
Process improvement
Proposal development
Project oversight and planning
Resource allocation
Risk assessment
Stakeholder engagement
Strategic planning
Supply chain management
Property management
Training and development
Certification
Basis of Estimate Certification
CORE Champion Certification
Front Line of Leadership – Management Essentials Certification
Contract Property Fundamentals Certification
Contract Property Intermediate Certification
Government Property Basics Certification
Master Resilience Instructor Certification
Sustainment Automation Support Management Office Course Diploma
Digital Master Gunnery Diploma
References
Swinford, Scott Director | scott.j.swinford@rtx.com | 317.605.6926
Suever, Mike Assoc. Dir | michael.suever@rtx.com | 818.730.0166
Sharpe, Jonathan Assoc. Dir | jonathan.m.sharpe@rtx.com | 213.505.5540
Awards
Received with seven Raytheon Achievement Awards for Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, and Trust since 2018
Honored with an Army Meritorious Medal (MSM) in 2024 for executing OCONUS operations in Jordan, Israel, and Kuwait
Obtained two Army Commendation Medals (ARCOM) in 2015 and 2016 for exceeding work expectations in providing services
Presented with four Army Achievement Medals (AAM) in 2009, 2013, 2014, and 2015 for demonstrating outstanding work attitude towards delegates tasks