Nicholas Haney
Lakewood,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record, adept in Agile principles and EVMS, excels in leading diverse teams to achieve program goals. Achieved significant productivity enhancements through innovative management and technical solutions.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Mgr, Program Management
Arkham Technology, Ltd.
Irvine, CA
03.2024 - 09.2025
- Responsible for program and technological progress of the integrated software team
- Developed program schedules & milestones based on defined language embedded in the contract statement of work (SOW)
- Reviewed numerous contract SOWs and NDAs. Provided feedback for revisions and authorized acceptance on behalf of the company.
- Forward facing customer interface for assigned programs. Negotiated delivery dates and provided program updates per the defined contract schedule.
- Utilized Agile principles to maximize team agility and performance.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Mgr, Program Management
RTX, Raytheon Technologies
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Focal point amongst various organizations to achieve programmatic goals, which include the Program Office, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Manufacturing, which includes hosting daily meetings to review priorities, work tasks, and address action items.
- Created and maintained program schedules for multiple statements of work (SOW)
- Demand loading, removal and alterations in the MRP system
- Reviewed, provided input, and approved assembly instructions for specific hardware builds
- Analyzed technical specifications and drawings
- Assited technicians with physical assembly of hardware
- Assigned hardware tasks to touch labor personnel
- Worked with Quality to review inspections
- Collaborate with Engineering to generate rework dispositions and best path forward to resolve defects
Mgr, Manufacturing
Northrop Grumman
Palmdale, CA
05.2017 - 07.2019
- Managed staff consisting of technicians with multiple skill sets including structural & composite assembly, hydraulic & electrical systems integration, and coatings applications
- Responsibilities include planning and program performance addressing cost, schedule, technical performance, and quality of a statement of work
- Responsible for providing objective-oriented direction to subordinates utilizing management guidelines and company policies
- Oversee projects and tasks assigned to the organizational group performed by non-exempt and exempt employees
- Actively involved in resolutions of technical / operational problems
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons
Industrial Engineer
Northrop Grumman
Palmdale, CA
02.2014 - 05.2017
- Create program WBS schedules utilizing MS Project
- Utilization & application of EVMS principles and theory on a daily basis
- Determine manpower and capacity requirements for the WBS
- Analyze and interpret engineering documentation in order to define a critical build path and identify proper budgeting for corresponding statements of work
- Identify risks, constraints and inefficiencies and provide solutions / recommendations to manufacturing leadership team
- Estimate and submit proposals for statement of work impacts regarding modifications that impact manufacturing operations
- Work with manufacturing leadership to provide and implement innovative solutions and cost saving measures in support and improvement of operations
Project Management
Northrop Grumman
San Diego, CA
02.2012 - 02.2014
- Responsible for control account manager (CAM) duties for the Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE) group from March 2013-February 2014
- Focal point for the USAF and Air Combat Command (ACC) relating to all Support Equipment issues in the Global Hawk fleet
- Attended budgetary and variance reviews to brief program management on the status of programs and to review their health metrics
- Utilized EVMS principles on a daily basis to track cost & schedule of projects in addition to project reporting
- Created schedules with corresponding detail including quantifiable based data (QBD) and submitted proposals for the design and fabrication of support equipment
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity
Logistics Management Analyst / Material Analyst
Northrop Grumman
Palmdale, CA
11.2007 - 02.2012
- Analyzed and maintained adequate inventory levels for materials needed to support program efforts & objectives
- Collaborated with ngineering department to resolve technical issues that negatively impacted the supply chain
- Provided solutions to issues with demand fluctuations and supplier support
- Implemented best practices and process improvements to boost supply chain performance.
- Used analytical models and mathematical analysis to create and maintain key performance metrics.
- Supported senior company leaders by delivering reports outlining performance to drive process improvements.
Education
PMP - Project Management
06-2026
M.S. Management -
05-2015
B.S. Biological Sciences -
12-2005
Skills
- Experience reviewing and negotiating contract terms & conditions
- Experienced in program management fundamentals and methodology
- Knowledgeable in software development utilizing Agile principles in addition to effective implementation of waterfall planning and scheduling
- Well versed and experienced in MS Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint), MRP systems (SAP), and manufacturing execution systems
- Receipt of formal EVMS training and real-world practical experience and application
- Effective leader of people including direct and indirect employees in small and large teams
- Excellent communication skills including presentations and collaborations with corporate executives
- Comprehension and understanding of engineering specifications & drawings
- Experienced with mechanical assembly, composites, soldering, coatings & sealant application, and electronics
Timeline
Mgr, Program Management - Arkham Technology, Ltd.
03.2024 - 09.2025
Mgr, Program Management - RTX, Raytheon Technologies
01.2020 - 12.2023
Mgr, Manufacturing - Northrop Grumman
05.2017 - 07.2019
Industrial Engineer - Northrop Grumman
02.2014 - 05.2017
Project Management - Northrop Grumman
02.2012 - 02.2014
Logistics Management Analyst / Material Analyst - Northrop Grumman
11.2007 - 02.2012
University of California, Irvine - PMP, Project Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - M.S. Management,
University of California, Santa Barbara - B.S. Biological Sciences,