Versie Liles
Annapolis,MD
Summary
Accomplished engineering director with a proven track record at Collins Aerospace, specializing in engineering excellence and knowledge management, utilizing a mastery skillset in leadership to coach, mentor, train, and consult with autonomy and sphere of influence for over 4,000 engineers. Leadership expert, fostering high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement. Skilled in research and data analytics, focusing on mentorship and professional development. Achievements include significantly boosting team morale and retention through strategic initiatives.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Engineering Excellence
Raytheon Technologies
04.2024 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Associate Director, Knowledge Management
Raytheon Technologies
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Led up to 200 personnel teams, supervising daily performance and training and improvement plans.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
Associate Director, Information Mgmt Solutions
Collins Aerospace
02.2021 - 01.2023
Associate Director, Rail & Critical Infrastructure
Collins Aerospace
03.2020 - 02.2021
Sr. Engineering Manager
Rockwell Collins
06.2014 - 03.2020
Chief of Staff to VP/General Manager
Rockwell Collins
06.2008 - 06.2014
Sr Engineering Project Manager
FMC Technologies
08.1998 - 05.2008
Engineer/Retrofit Manager
Northrop Grumman
09.1989 - 08.1998
Education
Ph.D. - Organizational Leadership
National University
La Jolla, CA06-2026
Master of Science - Technical Management
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD05-2019
MBA - Accounting And Finance
National University
La Jolla, CA03-2008
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN08-1984
Skills
- Highly proficient in verbal and written communication
- Leadership and Management Subject Matter Expert
- Teaching and Mentoring
- Research and Data Analytics
Accomplishments
- Collins Aerospace Lifetime Champion of Women Award (2019)
- Toastmaster 1st Place Speech Evaluation Area Contest (2022)
- Collins Aerospace Volunteer of the Year (2023), Collins Aerospace
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, 2010; James Madison University
- Mergers and Acquisitions Certification, 2023; Columbia University
Timeline
Director, Engineering Excellence
Raytheon Technologies
04.2024 - Current
Associate Director, Knowledge Management
Raytheon Technologies
10.2022 - 04.2024
Associate Director, Information Mgmt Solutions
Collins Aerospace
02.2021 - 01.2023
Associate Director, Rail & Critical Infrastructure
Collins Aerospace
03.2020 - 02.2021
Sr. Engineering Manager
Rockwell Collins
06.2014 - 03.2020
Chief of Staff to VP/General Manager
Rockwell Collins
06.2008 - 06.2014
Sr Engineering Project Manager
FMC Technologies
08.1998 - 05.2008
Engineer/Retrofit Manager
Northrop Grumman
09.1989 - 08.1998
Ph.D. - Organizational Leadership
National University
Master of Science - Technical Management
Johns Hopkins University
MBA - Accounting And Finance
National University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Tennessee State University
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