Rachel Figueroa
Springtown
Summary
Experienced Management Analyst with 17 years of expertise in program analysis, financial planning, and process improvement. Proven ability to analyze program requirements, budgets, and schedules while ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Adept at conducting business case analyses, interpreting technical and financial data, and supporting Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) in program execution. Skilled in risk management, tracking project status, and applying financial policies to optimize decision-making.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Management Analyst
Aptive Resources
03.2022 - Current
- Analyzes program requirements, budget, and schedules to ensure project alignment for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Healthcare Transformation (OHT), Change Management Training Project.
- Monitors and maintains multiple complex databases to ensure all data sent out is correct and up to the client’s standards. Serves as the main point of contact on all data requests.
- Tracks and maintains program status, identifying risks and recommending corrective actions.
- Performs business case analyses to assess the impact of new initiatives and process changes.
- Collects, organizes, and interprets financial and technical data to support decision-making.
- Monitors financial performance by maintaining detailed records and reviewing financial statements. Ensuring monthly deliverables are correct and submitted on time.
- Applies financial policies and procedures to support strategic planning and resource allocation.
- Capture and distribute event findings, including outcomes, decisions, and action items to inform future sessions
- Coordinate with project manager for status report information on a weekly and monthly timeframe
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices in management analysis.
Program Manager
AMENTUM
10.2015 - 09.2021
- Developed and implemented program requirements for a large-scale training operation.
- Managed the Airfield Driving Program for the entire 432 Wing at Creech AFB.
- Tracked and trained over 900 military, civilian and contractor personnel ensuring initial and yearly training requirements were met.
- Developed and implemented all training curriculum for the Airfield Driving office in accordance with Air Force instruction and local guidelines.
- Developed and maintained the Airfield Driving SharePoint site.
- Developed and maintained internal communications to ensure members had knowledge of training, development events and resources.
- Conducted periodic training and development needs assessment.
- Acted as the Deputy Site Manager/Airfield Operations Manager in his absence.
- Managed the training office to include overseeing all duties of multiple training instructors.
- Managed stakeholder communication and reporting, ensuring alignment with Air Force regulations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and training outcomes.
Air Traffic Controller
Air National Guard
11.2012 - 10.2015
- Controlled Personnel, vehicles, and aircraft on runways, taxiways and ramp areas using approved FAA and local regulations.
- Assisted local controller with tracking and coordinating aircraft via flight progress strips and communication with other ATC facilities/agencies.
- Alerted airport emergency crews along with other designated agencies by radio or telephone when aircraft experienced emergency situations.
Airfield Management Supervisor
United States Air Force
05.2003 - 11.2012
- Processed numerous flight plans through the Alaskan Air Route Traffic Control Center and Flight Service Stations.
- Supported the on-time launch of 500 sorties during COPE THUNDER exercises.
- Provided Airfield status to NASA during space shuttle orbit ensuring availability of an alternate landing site.
- Conducted inspections on 225M sq ft. of airfield pavements, identified hazards and averted mishaps.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Secret Security Clearance
- Data Analysis & Visualization (Excel, Power BI)
- Financial Planning & Budget Management
- Program Status & Risk Tracking
- Data Interpretation & Reporting
- Process Improvement & Workflow Optimization
- Business Process Improvement & Workflow Optimization
- Strategic Planning & Report Preparation
- Change Management & Stakeholder Collaboration
Certification
- Change Management Certification- Prosci.
Timeline
Management Analyst
Aptive Resources
03.2022 - Current
Program Manager
AMENTUM
10.2015 - 09.2021
Air Traffic Controller
Air National Guard
11.2012 - 10.2015
Airfield Management Supervisor
United States Air Force
05.2003 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
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