TIMOTHY R. WARBURTON
Anacortes,WA
Summary
Successful executive and 20-year U.S. Navy leader with deep expertise in aviation operations, electronic warfare, and enterprise transformation. Proven record in program management, operational analysis, multi-disciplinary execution, and strategic capability development. Trusted advisor to senior leaders with extensive experience across joint operations, government stakeholders, and industry partners. Active TS/SCI; SAP eligible. Ready to bring a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to Systems & Technology Research.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive & Commanding Officer
EA-18G Growler Squadron - VAQ-130
05.2023 - 11.2025
- Directed a $460M portfolio of capital assets and managed an annual operating budget exceeding $10M.
- Led end-to-end system integration with engineers of advanced weapon and RF sensing systems against emerging threat profiles, synchronizing live operational testing with fleet units and industry partners. Outcomes directly informed next-generation portfolios, acquisitions, and senior-leader investments.
- Directed integration of advanced communications, ISR, RF, and weapons systems, ensuring 100% mission completion for long-range kill chain execution in combat.
- Led and developed 175 employees, 42 programs, and 26 managers, sustaining 85% asset readiness while meeting 100% of operational commitments.
- Implemented leadership practices that transformed organizational culture around teamwork and efficiency, optimizing resources to consistently meet readiness and performance targets while creating a positive, collaborative, and productive environment.
- Developed talent and succession plans, achieving retention and advancement outcomes exceeding 80%.
DEPARTMENT HEAD - ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
EA-18G Squadron - VAQ-131
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Managed $4.9M budget, achieving 100% operational readiness and securing top performance rankings.
- Oversaw $300M in aviation assets and $2.6M travel budget, preventing mission losses and accounting errors, enhancing organizational efficiency by 25%.
- Developed and trained 144 personnel and 10 managers as the Maintenance Officer, strengthening cross-functional team readiness and cutting pre-deployment preparation time by 20%.
- Mentored leaders across four multi-disciplinary teams and 42 programs, fostering engagement and retention while accelerating leadership pipelines.
- Led operational execution during the squadron’s first USINDOPACOM expeditionary EA-18G deployment; ensured combat readiness of 24 senior leaders and five aircraft while synchronizing systems integration and technology with Air Force partners to train to critical long-range kill chains supporting 'The Fight Tonight.'
Air Wing Staff Officer - Strategy and Operations Specialist
Carrier Air Wing Three
08.2016 - 03.2018
- Provided Joint operational planning, synchronization, and execution support across multiple warfare communities increasing air wing readiness by 20%.
- Synchronized 13 detailed schedules for 75 aircraft, aligning sortie generation and resource allocation with Joint Force combat requirements and global wartime rehearsal objectives to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Developed strategic briefing materials for Group Leadership that shaped high-level decision-making and drove key resource reallocation across the Naval Aviation Enterprise.
- Authored enterprise lessons learned adopted by warfare centers and acquisition stakeholders, enhancing continuity and performance for future deployments.
Training Officer - Program Manager
EA-18G Squadron - VAQ-129
06.2013 - 08.2016
- Led 47 junior managers and 17 staff advisors, enabling the on-time graduation of 53 students and a 18% increase in flight line aircrew manning.
- Oversaw resource management for 41 aircraft and $96.17M budget, ensuring optimal allocation and utilization.
- Managed operational oversight of $6.5M budget, aviation support equipment logistics, and scheduling for 15 aircraft during off-site operations, achieving 10% reduction in student time-to-train.
- Executed curriculum, provided instructional support, managed programs, conducted simulations, and standardized processes to enhance program effectiveness as Junior Program Manager.
Junior Officer - Project Manager
EA-6B Squadron - VAQ-140
12.2009 - 06.2013
- Led airborne electronic attack operations and training, guiding 18 managers and supporting four overseas deployments, achieving 98% sortie completion.
- Delivered operational performance recognized with awards and top safety accolades for risk management and execution excellence, maintaining worldwide deployability.
- Coordinated team schedules and allocated resources effectively.
- Managed daily operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety protocols.
Education
Master of Arts - Defense and Strategic Studies
U.S. Naval War College
RI
Bachelor of Science - Business Finance
State University of New York At Buffalo
NY
General Business Management Certificate -
Tuck School of Business At Dartmouth
NH
Skills
- Strategic Vision & Leadership
- Military Strategy
- Naval Carrier Aviation
- Program Management
- Portfolio Management
- Budget Management
- System Integration
- Electronic Warfare
- Results Oriented
- Persistent & Resourceful
- Team Building & Motivation
- Effective Communicator
- Adaptable & Agile
- Accountability & Ownership
- Strategic Development
- Long-Range Scheduling
Accomplishments
Bronze Star
Timeline
Executive & Commanding Officer
EA-18G Growler Squadron - VAQ-130
05.2023 - 11.2025
DEPARTMENT HEAD - ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
EA-18G Squadron - VAQ-131
03.2018 - 12.2020
Air Wing Staff Officer - Strategy and Operations Specialist
Carrier Air Wing Three
08.2016 - 03.2018
Training Officer - Program Manager
EA-18G Squadron - VAQ-129
06.2013 - 08.2016
Junior Officer - Project Manager
EA-6B Squadron - VAQ-140
12.2009 - 06.2013
Master of Arts - Defense and Strategic Studies
U.S. Naval War College
Bachelor of Science - Business Finance
State University of New York At Buffalo
General Business Management Certificate -
Tuck School of Business At Dartmouth