Shaun Harmon
Engineering IPTL
Pittsfield, MA
01201,MA
Summary
Results-driven Project IPTL with a strong background in leading and supporting cross-functional engineering teams to deliver complex, high-impact projects. Skilled in aligning project execution with strategic goals, optimizing workflows, and fostering a collaborative team culture that drives innovation and accountability. Known for building trust across departments, mentoring team members, and creating clear communication channels to ensure alignment and efficiency. Passionate about empowering teams to perform at their best while maintaining high standards for quality, timelines, and technical excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
NWS Development Project IPTL
GDMS
07.2025 - Current
- Transitioned the NWS Sustainment IPTL role over to new IPTL
- Finalized CDRLs for delivery to the SP customer
- Built out IMS, project scope, and project execution timeline with GDMS and SP Leadership
- Project CAM duties
- Lead team of engineers to plan, execute, and deliver on PI and project goals and milestones
SR Engr Support Spec 3 - GDMS NWS Sustainment IPTL
General Dynamics Mission Systems
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Managed team of 20+ members in order to delivery on commitments to sustain our fielded systems
- Responsible for additional contract capture over relating to system sustainment
- Enhanced overall team productivity with continuous training and mentoring of junior engineers.
- Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient project management techniques.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing systems, providing recommendations that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
- Managed risk assessments during project planning phases, proactively mitigating potential issues before they arose during execution stages.
Engineering Team Lead
General Dynamics Mission Systems
12.2020 - 04.2023
- Worked as the BOE lead for the current NWS Omnibus proposal through contract award
- Worked within a department of engineers to help foster a culture of technical excellence, creative problem solving, and commitment driven results
- Facilitated knowledge sharing among team members by organizing workshops and training sessions, promoting a collaborative work environment.
- Achieved high-quality project outputs by enforcing strict adherence to engineering best practices and design standards.
- Enhanced team performance through regular feedback sessions and performance evaluations, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget constraints.
Education
University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst MA
Amherst, MA 01.2011 - 01.2014
Skills
Team Management - Building and directing a team of 20 engineers to execute commitments of sustaining our warfighter
Communication - Working with management and executives to build out and accomplish company goals
Hardware and Technologies - VMware, Security ,Office365, Active Directory, Mac and PC operating systems, VOIP phone services, Cisco Switching and firewalls
Relationship Building - Establishing rapport with both internal and external teams to improve the business
Project Management - Organizing a team towards common goals, building out and executing department and company wide projects and initiatives, coordinating inter-department tasks and delegating responsibilities
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
NWS Development Project IPTL
GDMS
07.2025 - Current
SR Engr Support Spec 3 - GDMS NWS Sustainment IPTL
General Dynamics Mission Systems
04.2023 - 07.2025
Engineering Team Lead
General Dynamics Mission Systems
12.2020 - 04.2023
University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst MA
01.2011 - 01.2014