TORRANDE GALLANT
Westpoint,UT
Summary
Management Professional and Military Veteran with an Active Secret Security Clearance leveraging 20+ years of proven experience in building exceptional relationships and demonstrating a high level of initiative, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence and growth. Possess a comprehensive background in written and oral communication, contract management, interpersonal relations, workforce development, and continuous process improvement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Principal Project Manager
Northrop Grumman Corporation
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Served as Division level Integration and Operations projects manager oversees and manages operational aspect of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between management and division functions
- Reviewed and facilitated Research and Development projects in the Research and Development Information System (RDIS) tool
- Ensuring all new and old projects are properly written and reviewed for business management approval
- Assessed project issues and developed resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives
- Coordinated, tracks, and schedules Capital investments reviews, NCTA funding, and year end budgets and spending analyses for Strategic Deterrent Systems.
Senior Principal Project Manager
Northrop Grumman Corporation
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Served as Program Integration Risk and Opportunity Manager in support of multiple teams; assessed and identified current and future impacts to the Sentinel Program baseline
- Collaborated with technical subject matter experts to develop detailed Basis of Estimates for cost, schedule, and technical impact assessments
- Established and managed the execution of comprehensive mitigation plans while tracking burn down of risk exposure; reported risks, issues, and opportunities to various levels of leadership for approval
- Perpetuated predictable performance to accurately project the Equivalent Annual Cost (EAC) and Program Management Reserve Allocations
- Reduced operational costs through process improvements, resource optimization, and innovative solutions.
- Managed large-scale projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to budget constraints and timeline requirements.
Deployment Manager, Transportation Manager
United States Air Force
- Assessed and advised senior leaders on movement control, transportation status, and the operational readiness of assigned personnel, aircraft, and equipment
- Managed the mobilization of military personnel and 81 aircraft worth $6.7B, successfully supporting U.S
- Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA) and NATO operations
- Adhered to established policies, procedures, and regulations in order to ensure the proper loading, unloading, and organization of assets
- Incorporated personnel, information, and physical security concepts while implementing security measures in advanced program facilities for government civilian, contractor, and military personnel.
Equipment Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor
- Supervised 75 personnel in the fulfillment of explosive loading and unloading for various training and combat operations; inspected configuration changes, enforcing compliance with technical data and safety directives
- Coordinated, tracked, installed, and maintained mission critical equipment on F-16 and A-10 aircraft while simultaneously implementing on the job training and work schedule planning
- Analyzed, isolated, and repaired weapon avionic system malfunctions using gauges, technical orders, wiring schematics, and flight monitoring equipment.
Equipment Manager
- Led, managed, and mentored 56 assigned military personnel overseeing aircraft equipment, tools, and assets worth $2.5M
- Established, directed, and evaluated performance and training standards to ensure compliance with regulations
- Provided technical guidance to senior leaders through use of written and oral presentations to identify, direct, and coordinate necessary services and actions
- Evaluated operational efficiency directives by analyzing technical data and recommending modifications to senior leadership
- Garnered a working knowledge on supply chain and logistics processes and operations to include ordering, tracking, and maintaining assets.
Team Leader
- Troubleshot, repaired, and modified aircraft weapons systems; performed periodic functional checks to ensure reliability and operability
- Enforced and adhered to applicable safety laws and technical orders while installing and removing suspension equipment
- Advised department leaders on training needs, maintenance limitations and capabilities, and critical armament-related issues.
Program Manager
United States Air Force
01.1996 - 01.2020
- Supervised and implemented 14 logistics test and evaluation programs valued in excess of $4.3B; successfully managed the certification and test development of flight line maintenance for the F-35 aircraft
- Led, trained, and managed 56 military personnel fulfilling depot-level maintenance actions for F-35 specific munitions equipment
- Advised senior leaders on the limitations, capabilities, and needs of the F-35 engineering, manufacturing, and developmental weapons systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Armament Systems Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Skills
- Configuration Management
- Incident Management
- Software Deployment
- Business Analysis
Certification
CompTIA
Specialized Training
- Air Force Non-Commissioned Officer Academy
- Air Force Airman Leadership Course
- Nuclear Management Training and Certification
Notable Awards
- Meritorious Service Medal
- Air Force Commendation Medal
- Maintenance Professional of the Quarter
- United ACC Manager of the Quarter, Weapons
Technical Competencies
Microsoft Office Business Suite, Linux, JavaScript, Mac / Microsoft Windows
Key Highlights
- Highly Skilled: Proven track record for leading and collaborating with multi-dimensional teams in high pressure, high tempo environments producing on schedule and within required deliverables.
- Strengths: Thrive in both independent and collaborative work environments. Skilled at developing and cultivating key relationships and establishing effective collaborations.
- Motivated Learner: Demonstrated ability to assimilate new ideas, concepts, methods, and technologies. Dedicated and innovated team builder with a superior work ethic.
Timeline
Senior Principal Project Manager
Northrop Grumman Corporation
01.2022 - 01.2023
Senior Principal Project Manager
Northrop Grumman Corporation
01.2020 - 01.2022
Program Manager
United States Air Force
01.1996 - 01.2020
Deployment Manager, Transportation Manager
United States Air Force
Equipment Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor
Equipment Manager
Team Leader
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Armament Systems Technology
Community College of the Air Force
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