Stephen Bush
Cary,IL
Summary
Dynamic Program Manager with extensive experience at Northrop Grumman, excelling in budget management and risk assessment. Proven track record of optimizing resources and enhancing vendor relationships, driving successful program outcomes. Adept at contract management and fostering collaboration across departments to achieve strategic objectives.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager
Northrop Grumman
Arlington Heights
07.1995 - 10.2013
- Maintained positive relationships with vendors by monitoring their performance against agreed upon contractual terms.
- Managed program budgets, optimizing resources to achieve financial targets and maximize return on investment.
- Oversaw program compliance with requirements, schedule and budget.
- Program Manager for the UAE Block 70 F-16 Electronics Defensive System.
- Program Manager for US Army Next Generation Diagnostics Maintenance Support (NGATS).
Program Manager Consultant
Booz-Allen & Hamilton
Tampa, FL
10.1991 - 07.1995
- Directional Infrared Counter Measures
- Assessed risks associated with various aspects of program execution and recommended appropriate corrective action when necessary.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments to optimize efficiency of project delivery.
MC-130E Modification Program Manager
USAF
Wright Patterson AFB, OH
01.1991 - 01.1995
- Program Manager for periodic aircraft modification and maintenance. I flew the flight test to validate the aircraft's maintenance and the performance of new modifications.
- Provided the technical specifications for the new equipment and upgrade training.
- Support of two overseas squadrons, as well as a CONUS squadron.
Special Operations Navigator
USAF
Clark AB , Phillipines
10.1985 - 12.1990
- Graduated from Penn State June 1971.
- T-43, C-130E and MC-130E Navigator Training
- Flew aircraft C-130E including Overwater and Tactical
- Flew training for MC-130E Special Operations
Education
Master of Science - System Management
The University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA12-1975
Skills
- Program Manager
- Risk Assessment
- Budget Management
- Contract Management
Certification
- USAF MC-130E Standardization and Evaluation Navigator
- FAA Commercial Instrument Rated Pilot
- FAA Flight and Instrument Instructor
- Retired USAF Lieutenant Colonel
Timeline
Program Manager
Northrop Grumman
07.1995 - 10.2013
Program Manager Consultant
Booz-Allen & Hamilton
10.1991 - 07.1995
MC-130E Modification Program Manager
USAF
01.1991 - 01.1995
Special Operations Navigator
USAF
10.1985 - 12.1990
Master of Science - System Management
The University of Southern California
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