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TIMOTHY SORG
Ossian,IN
Summary
Metrics-driven, detail-oriented Operations Program Manager with years of proven successful experience as a Product Development Engineer and Project Manager for programs valued up to $200 million. Expertise in maximizing on-time deliveries, minimizing quality defects, and ensuring rigorous safety protocols across enterprise, government, and industrial sectors. Exceptional project management skills focus on optimizing cost reduction, enhancing team performance, and improving productivity and scheduling. Strong collaborator facilitating seamless transitions from product development to production, fostering beneficial workflows through effective engagement across sourcing, financing, R&D, planning, and stakeholder management.
Overview
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Masters in Business Administration
Work History
Operations Project Manager
BAE SYSTEMS, INC.
01.2019 - Current
- Served as on-site project manager for $2MM-$200MM military and commercial contracts, leading cross-functional teams across sourcing, finance, testing, business planning and manufacturing. Implemented integrated project management approach resulting in consistent on-time deliveries and under-budget performance.
- Processed FADEC3-5B product through development on schedule and budget. Implemented best practices for manufacturability, leading to more than 30% lower production labor content than predicted target.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training program for Product Development Engineers, resulting in 15% increase in efficiency and accuracy. Program achieved 100% on-time deliveries and 0% defects while mentoring junior PDEs on industry best practices and tools.
- Managed quarterly strategic reviews of customer orders with business planning team, analyzing volume trends and delivery timelines to optimize build schedules. Implemented new forecasting methodology that improved production planning accuracy by 25% and reduced schedule conflicts by 40%.
Product Development Engineer
BAE SYSTEMS, INC.
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Established weekly cost tracking system using Oracle data analytics, providing real-time visibility into program financials. Implemented proactive cost management strategies that identified and recovered excess spending while maintaining program alignment.
- Championed design-for-manufacturability assessments of new products, optimizing part selection for availability, reliability, and cost efficiency. Implemented strategic component selection process that reduced manufacturing costs by 20% while improving product reliability by 15%.
- Developed and implemented dual-source strategy for critical components, strengthening supply chain resilience while reducing overall costs by 15%. Achieved up to 40% cost savings on key commodities through strategic supplier partnerships and volume optimization.
- Directed cost estimation and proposal development for programs ranging from $2MM to $200MM, incorporating detailed BOMs, engineering drawings, and complexity factors. Achieved 95% accuracy rate in FFP, ROM, and cost-plus bids through comprehensive analysis methodology.
- Spearheaded implementation of Boeing's RFID nameplate requirement across multiple product lines. Developed comprehensive documentation including shop instructions, training materials, and label templates, achieving 100% label accuracy and maintaining perfect quality ratings from Boeing.
- Championed plant leadership with program status, detailing hurdles, financials, schedules and milestones. Pulled in superiors as needed to maintain accountability and seamless management efficiency within supply chain, executive and customer success sectors.
Product Support Engineer
BAE SYSTEMS, INC.
01.2000 - 01.2010
- Analyzed field data and shop repair records. Authored FADEC2 overhaul package, extending on-wing time control by more than 25% to generate approximately $1MM in annual aftermarket income.
- Spearheaded redesign of FADEC2 pressure subsystem, resolving critical field reliability issues through innovative framework modifications. Engineered and deployed low-cost, high-capability test stand that increased shop throughput by 10% across FADEC2, GE90, and CF34 programs through accelerated troubleshooting capabilities.
- Orchestrated technical presentations of FADEC performance data to 200+ airline customers, showcasing product improvements and technological advances. Strengthened client relationships and secured revenue in follow-on contracts through effective communication of system capabilities.
- Pioneered advanced troubleshooting methodologies utilizing sophisticated test equipment including data analyzers, oscilloscopes, and signal generators. Reduced diagnostic time by 30% while improving accuracy of fault detection.
- Established rapid-response protocol for aircraft-on-ground situations, delivering critical unit/cable sets within 24 hours. Generated aftermarket revenue through superior customer service and minimized client downtime.
Lead Test Engineer
Lockheed Martin
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Championed implementation of SPC analysis software, achieving 70% faster response time to out of range process signals.
- Revolutionized quality control procedures through automated drift detection and correction.
- Efficiently determined root cause of product failures, enabling quick rework and return of product to production process.
- Improved test stand operational time by 50% by identifying fault so maintenance shop knew what to repair after work order was entered in system.
Associate Hardware Engineer
Martin Marietta
01.1994 - 09.1996
- Executed critical investigation of jet engine control systems across military and commercial platforms, including Sikorsky Blackhawk helicopters.
- Identified and resolved manufacturing defects and faulty parameters, preventing fleet-wide performance issues and maintaining 100% mission readiness.
Test Equipment Engineer
GE Aircraft Engines
09.1991 - 05.1994
- Carried out assigned projects authoring test code and designing test hardware to deliver manufacturable solutions.
- Enhanced design and functionality of existing equipment to meet operational needs.
- Provided technical support during emergency situations, minimizing damage and reducing recovery timeframes after incidents occurred.
- Conducted root cause analyses to determine underlying problems affecting machine performance and reliability.
- Authored test code used for integration of hardware and software for aircraft engine controls, meeting project deadlines 100% of the time.
Military Experience
Electronics Technician, U.S. Navy
Orchestrated maintenance and repair operations for 40+ critical communications systems across 6th Fleet, achieving 100% operational readiness in high-pressure environments.
Skills
- 6-Step Troubleshooting
- Apollo Root Cause Analysis
- Oracle, Microsoft Office, & Discus
- Labor Learning Methodology
- Strategic Business Operations
- Cost Account Management & Improvement Curves
- Program/Project Management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Operational efficiency
- Scheduling and planning
- US Navy Veteran
- Project estimation and bidding
Education
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration
Indiana Wesleyan University
Fort Wayne, IN04.2003
Bachelor of Science - EET
Purdue University
Fort Wayne, IN05.1991
Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt, BAE Systems, Inc., Fort Wayne, IN
- PMP - Project Management Professional (Completed 35 hours of course work. Studying for PMP examination)
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridQuote
“Things may come to those who wait, but only the things left by those who hustle.”
Abraham Lincoln
Work Availability
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Accomplishments
- Presented with the USS Hunley, AS-31, Production Sailor of the Month for the Repair Department in support of Subron 14 in Holy Loch, Scotland.
- Awarded Lockheed Martin "Tradition of Excellence" work for field investigation work supporting the National Transportation Safety Board.
- Won the BAE Systems STARS Award in 2024 for excellence of program management for innovative complex electronic controls for aircraft engines.
Timeline
Operations Project Manager
BAE SYSTEMS, INC.
01.2019 - Current
Product Development Engineer
BAE SYSTEMS, INC.
01.2010 - 01.2019
Product Support Engineer
BAE SYSTEMS, INC.
01.2000 - 01.2010
Lead Test Engineer
Lockheed Martin
01.1996 - 01.2000
Associate Hardware Engineer
Martin Marietta
01.1994 - 09.1996
Test Equipment Engineer
GE Aircraft Engines
09.1991 - 05.1994
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - EET
Purdue University
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