Sabrina Kelly
Vail
Summary
Leader in Aerospace with 17 years of experience driving program performance improvements through a multidisciplinary approach. Established strong relationships with customers and suppliers to enhance collaboration and efficiency. Proven track record in optimizing manufacturing processes for better outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sustainment Program Manager (Obsolescence & Depot Repair)
RAYTHEON
05.2024 - Current
- Drafted and negotiated detailed Supplier Statements of Work (SOWs) outlining scope, deliverables, timelines, milestones, and performance metrics for multimillion-dollar vendor engagements.
- Engaged with customers to manage expectations, resolve technical and operational issues, and ensure high customer satisfaction, contributing to business growth and program success.
- Led end-to-end proposal development, winning 17 contracts worth over $120M in one year; traveled to customer sites to support negotiations and strengthen client engagement.
- Implemented last-time-buy (LTB) strategies and coordinated supplier negotiations to secure end-of-life inventory, reducing cost impact.
- Partnered with engineering and procurement teams to resolve obsolescence issues through component redesigns and substitutions; enhanced data tracking tools to identify previously overlooked attrition trends.
- Directed two cross-functional pillar teams, traveling to supplier locations to support Procurement Order cleanup and full reconciliation of Government-Furnished Material (GFM) inventory.
- Redesigned cost estimation workflows for field, factory, and mass Tooele repairs, as well as spares planning, accelerating response to government backlog and enhancing forecasting precision.
- Executed continuous improvement initiatives across depot repair workflows, implementing corrective actions to address recurring failure trends.
- Managed complex cost‑plus and firm fixed price contracts, ensuring adherence to Cost, Schedule, and Performance (CSP) objectives, while delivering successful CDRL (Contract Data Requirements List) submissions on time and within budget.
Integrated Product Team Lead
RAYTHEON
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Led a cross-functional team consisted of Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Program Management for the Sustainment contract, overseeing the Responsible Engineering Authority (REAs) to ensure seamless project execution and delivery of high-quality solutions.
- Facilitated gate reviews, EAC reviews, program reviews, and risk management sessions, ensuring alignment between customers and stakeholders.
- Supported gate reviews, EAC reviews, program reviews, and risk and opportunity management sessions, providing insights to customers and stakeholders.
- Planned, developed, and executed supply chain activities that required travel to incumbent and operating suppliers.
- Revised Factory Inventory Procedures: Validated compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations and Depot Policies regarding Government Furnished Material (GFM).
- Negotiated Follow-On Contract Options: Traveled to meet with customers and skillfully negotiated proposed repair prices for labor, materials, and travel expenses.
Planning Specialist Depot/Lead Planner
RAYTHEON
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Led Production Control and Warehouse Team: Supervised a team of 7 personnel, ensuring efficient production processes and organized inventory management.
- Continuous follow-up and direct communication with all functions on factory support needs to secure faster response time to problems, cutting downtime by 50%.
- Streamlined processes, reducing double handling and saving 2 hours of touch labor per missile.
- Simplified the return-to-vendor (RTV) process within the factory for both Depot and Production, reducing the RTV process by 25%.
- Developed Depot Run Rules: Established consistent guidelines for MEs, WIPs, and Operators to ensure accurate defecting of material from the line.
- Modified teardown procedures to accurately defect PSSs and MTAs promptly. This allowed the Program Office sufficient time to assess potential scrap salvages and RTV budget issues, resulting in significant labor hour savings for both touch and support roles.
- Continuous follow-up and direct communication with all functions on factory support needs to secure faster response time to problems, cutting downtime by 50%.
Principal Specialist Production
RAYTHEON
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Experienced in managing Production Work Orders, ensuring alignment with factory schedules and MRP.
- Analyze metrics, address PRISM errors, and track material shortages to implement timely solutions.
- Analyze metrics, address PRISM errors, and track material shortages to implement timely solutions.
- Established and improved Depot scrap processes, streamlining plant clearance and reducing processing time.
- Participated in Power User Meetings, providing Tier 3 support to enhance system functionality.
- Established and improved Depot scrap processes, streamlining plant clearance and reducing processing time.
Engineering Logistics Specialist
RAYTHEON
03.2018 - 10.2020
- Oversaw vendor repair programs, managed financial data for Sustainment EAC/ETC, and optimized repair processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Improved Depot Support and Finance workflows, reducing time by 85%.
- Managed a missile warranty program, reducing repair costs by 15% through proactive strategies.
- Supported contract compliance (FAR/DFAR) and facilitated finance closeouts, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
Financial Analyst
RAYTHEON
07.2015 - 10.2018
- Supported integration and sustainment contracts in complex, mission-critical environments to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Proven ability to manage financial performance across multiple contract types, including cost-plus, fixed-price, and time-and-materials agreements.
- Expertise in conducting cost analysis, forecasting, and budget management to ensure program compliance, financial accountability, and cost control.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and supply chain experts, to assess financial risks and implement cost-effective solutions.
Education
Master - Information Technology (STEM)
Keller Graduate School of Management
04.2021
Bachelor - Technical Management in Accounting
DeVry University
02.2008
Skills
- Supply chain management
- MRP and contract execution
- Risk management
- Supplier relations
- APEX software
- PRISM software
- AO software
- Rplan software
- EDIT Plus
- Matrix leadership
- Leadership mentoring
- Mentoring junior employees
Accomplishments
- PMP Certification 2024
- Emerging PM Development Program 2023
- CORE Certification Cohort 2023
- Program Manager Level 05 Certified
- Program Manager Level 04 Pending
- RiseUp Cohort 2020
- Light Speed Experience Cohort 2020
- Quality Logistician Level 3 Certified
- EVMS & Six Sigma Certified
- Navy Veteran
- DoD Secret Clearance
Timeline
Sustainment Program Manager (Obsolescence & Depot Repair)
RAYTHEON
05.2024 - Current
Integrated Product Team Lead
RAYTHEON
04.2023 - 05.2024
Planning Specialist Depot/Lead Planner
RAYTHEON
11.2021 - 04.2023
Principal Specialist Production
RAYTHEON
10.2020 - 11.2021
Engineering Logistics Specialist
RAYTHEON
03.2018 - 10.2020
Financial Analyst
RAYTHEON
07.2015 - 10.2018
Master - Information Technology (STEM)
Keller Graduate School of Management
Bachelor - Technical Management in Accounting
DeVry University