ROBERT A. THROCKMORTON

Project Manager/Analyst

Spring Valley,CA

Summary

Dynamic Program Management and Engineering Support Specialist with INDUS Technology, Inc., driving fleet readiness through strategic planning and process improvement. Expert in qualitative analysis and stakeholder coordination, I successfully led over 31 Installation Coordination Team events, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring mission success. Passionate about delivering impactful results in complex environments.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Program Management / Engineering Support Specialist

INDUS Technology, Inc.

San Diego, USA

02.2022 - Current

Provide program management and analytical support for Aircraft Carrier and Amphibious Ship combat systems, ensuring alignment with fleet readiness and sustainment objectives.
Provide mid-level program management and analytical support for Navy combat systems modernization and fleet readiness initiatives in support of NAVWAR stakeholders.
Plan, organize, and co-chair Installation Coordination Team (ICT) events supporting Dry-Docking Selected Restricted Availabilities (DSRA), SRAs, and PIAs; led 31+ ICT events tied to key milestones.
Developed and maintained POA&Ms, schedules, action item logs, and risk trackers, enhancing transparency and readiness for audits.
Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of installation progress, readiness impacts, logistics risks, and schedule bottlenecks; brief findings to senior Navy and civilian leadership.
Track and analyze hardware and software installation metrics using quad charts and performance indicators to support data-driven decision-making (“Get Real”).
Support process improvement efforts by identifying root causes of readiness gaps and recommending corrective actions aligned with CPI and GRGB principles.
Coordinated with Ship’s Force, Fleet Commanders, NAVSEA, CNAF, ISEAs, FSETs, and contractors to integrate testing and sustainment activities.
Develop executive-level briefings and reports supporting go/no-go decisions, end-of-availability milestones, and readiness assessments.

Program Management, Operations & Training Leadership

United States Navy

04.1998 - 04.2022

Delivered sustained program management and operational leadership for surface combatants, amphibious ships, and aircraft carriers.
Led teams of up to 11 personnel in daily operations, maintenance, and sustainment of combat systems and radar platforms.
Oversaw correction of 23 critical combat system casualties, ensuring full operational readiness of radar and fire control systems.
Conducted readiness assessments and failure analyses, directing corrective actions that restored full mission capability.
Developed maintenance schedules and inspection programs, ensuring compliance with safety documentation and enhancing overall readiness.
Served as Immediate Supervisor for Zumwalt-class and Littoral Combat Ships, supporting modernization and fleet experimentation.
Coordinated with program offices and engineering agents to advocate for fleet training and sustainment initiatives.
Led Combat Systems Training Teams, providing 116+ hours of structured training to over 200 Sailors, enhancing self-sufficiency and force readiness across the Navy..

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) - Business Administration

Southern New Hampshire University

01.2022

Associate of Science (AS) - Architectural Graphics & Interiors

Cuyamaca College

01.1995

Skills

Program and management analysis
Fleet readiness and sustainment
Lean Six Sigma (DMAIC)
Qualitative and quantitative analysis
Process improvement and risk management
Strategic planning and alignment
Performance metrics and dashboards
Executive briefings and reporting
Stakeholder coordination (NAVSEA, ISEAs, Fleet)

Microsoft Office suite
Data analysis in Excel
Presentation development in PowerPoint
Documentation in Word
Project management with Microsoft Project
Collaboration via Microsoft Teams
Navy Data Environment (NDE)
Warfare interface systems engineering (WISE)