GEORGE M. THOMAS
SECRET CLEARANCE WILLING TO RELOCATION 2699 Bob Street Edgewater, Florida, 32141 gthomas@leapfroginet.com Cell 386 679 3924
OPERATIONS - PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE TEAM LEADERSHIP COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE Dynamic technical and product management leader with proven success in identifying issues and devising /executing costeffective solutions that optimize operations, maximize resources, and drive improvements in organizational performance and profitability. Extensive military, government, and private sector regulatory experience. PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Key management team member deploying skills in the identification, establishment, and management of strategic company-wide objectives. A dynamic engaging presenter, analyzing factors related to business growth, design and production capabilities, manufacturing operations, economic trends and market fluctuations; liaison to management regarding new products and strategies. Innovative problem solver with a track record of successful resolutions, sought out to bring viable ideas and alternative procedures to management so that fluctuating market forces can be met - recommend solutions to complex technical / procedural problems. Expertise in manufacturing and directing quality assurance programs for landing gear, landing gear systems, and hydraulic systems. A quality control leader and expert team director; collaborates with engineering teams regarding quality assurance for new and existing product lines. In depth experience reviewing technical publications, abstracts, white papers, and periodicals to stay abreast of technical industry trends and QA issues. Able to develop and alter MRO product management programs and job descriptions so that qualified, motivated team members are engaged in these areas, able to delineate responsibility areas, personnel requirements, and operational procedures within the specific program. Saved $45+ million of Lockheed Martin/General Dynamics engineering costs via TQM/ISO 9001 quality methodologies; conducted root-cause analysis, significantly improved processes, and implemented standards to eliminate product failures. Builder of cross-functional team environments that facilitate the highest standards of continuous quality improvement through all departments and respective teams. Promoter of quality awareness and training programs that encourage prevention rather than correction throughout Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and SPC teams. Skilled in all areas of team supervision, recognizing individuals for superior performance, managing new hires/training, workflow, incentive and recognition programs. Key player in achieving company objectives and financial plans, able to manage manpower and departmental budget controls. Vision agent, collaborating with C-Level management in the design and implementation of policies, procedures, and growth goals. Company liaison and representative on many levels: brings solid professionalism, industry and technical expertise, knowledge of organizational growth dynamics, and can serve to education and relay information to media and external parties as needed. Able to confer with representatives of material and component vendors to obtain information related to supply chain, capacity of vendors to meet orders, and vendor quality standards. Extensive international travel; comfortable representing the company or agency globally. CORE COMPETENCY AREAS
Strategic Objective / Senior Level Planning DoD Contractor / Advanced Military Systems Strategic Partnerships & Alliances Operations Management Quality Assurance Program Leadership Program / Project Leadership Problem Resolutions Management Top-Tier Talent Recruiting / Workforce Training Human Resource Functions Staff Training / Management / Incentive Design Risk Analysis / Mitigation Continuous Improvement Project Implementation / Process Improvement Fiscal Controls / Large-Scale Budgeting / P&L Resource Forecasting / Allocation Customer Relationship Management Client / Vendor Relations Manufacturing Management Productivity / Time Management Safety SOP / Safety Compliance Management TQM/ISO 9001 Compliance / Methodologies Aviation Maintenance Management / Technology Computer Information Systems Expertise Aeronautical Engineering Total Quality Management Bore Scope Certified / A&P Certified USAF Jet Fighter 1 & 2 Engine Expert Security Clearance secret active Business & Etiquette Protocol Dale Carnegie Speech & Public Speaking
FORMAL EDUCATION VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY (2004) Masters Certificate in Program Management EMBRY RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY (1988) Bachelor of Science in Aviation Maintenance Management Associate of Science in Aviation Maintenance Technology Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems & Aeronautical Engineering studies
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INDEPENDANT CONSULTING (2008 – PRESENT)
Wrote three white papers on cutting edge Aerospace and Medical Devices.
RAYTHEON
Sr. Field Engineering 2 Mission Assurance and Supply Chain (Quality Manager) (2006 – 2007) Selected Achievements: Product management provided quick turn around for Army critical needs for war fighters in 72 hours. SM-3, KEI Manufacturing, Design, Product management information systems criticality review and acceptance. Customer relationship management, solutions provider, implementation, incident reporting, strategy and applications to contract. Co-ordination of Multi-site; Operations, Production, Engineering, Manufacturing, Assembly, Certification, Quality, ESH, CrossUtilization Training and Purchasing to ensure budget, schedule, and specification adherence and to serve as the primary customer relations contact, orchestrate activities of vendors, and product integrators. tier 1, tier 2 and sub tier, and to negotiate program, and contract changes, and compliance ISO 9001, 2. AS9100. USNAVY 2 PLANTS ON EASTCOAST Key Duties & Responsibilities: Acted as CRM Corporate liaison/ Business between assigned regional supply base and Raytheon’s supplier management teams using solid knowledge in propulsion and rocket motors. Providing MRB and CAB, C/A functions. Developed relationships with suppliers to perform quality engagements, proactive assessments, and verification audits. Key member in problem resolution of technical issues and monitor supplier performance to identify trends analysis. Analyzed opportunities for continuous improvement and implement supplier improvement actions. Performed pre-work , post award reviews, and conducted technical data package audits. 5S VALUE STREAM MAPPING ETC. Performed hardware acceptance reviews and product/process verifications at suppliers (quality systems, technical capability and manufacturing process). Appraised technology advances and aligns supplier process innovations with technical needs. Identified/characterized and monitored Key Control Characteristics (KCC) in supplier production operations. Monitored closed loop "process behavioral" systems with emphasis on SPC. Statistically analyzed process data and identify opportunities to improve process performance. Evaluated potential suppliers in terms of engineering and technology capabilities, material and procurement systems, quality practices, business structure and financial liquidity, production operations, Cp / Cpk (Process Potential and Capability), manufacturing capacity, manufacturing control (repeatability and reproducibility). Engaged with Supplier Development Engineering to facilitate DOE, DFMA, PFMEA, DTC, CAIV, Process Error Proofing, Standardized Work, R&R analysis and Lean engagements. Inclusive of full range of N.D.I. APOLLO STAFFING (Client: PRATT & WHITNEY) Project Engineer, F119, F135, CFM56 Engines MRO (2006) Recruited as consultant to Pratt & Whitney for Compressor Services Module Center for project engineering for military program F119, cost reduction, project investigations, pre manufacturing planning, staff meetings, and design verifications. HI-TECH STAFFING (Client: L3 COMMUNICATIONS) Staff Process Engineer / Quality Engineer, Military Programs (2005 – 2006) Recruited as consultant to L3 Communications for advanced ballistic DOD military systems program. Provided quality and process engineering expertise in defining blueprint and configuration verification; completed source inspections.
LOCKHEED MARTIN / GENERAL DYNAMICS Quality Team Lead / Safety and Electrical Mechanical Inspector (1989 – 2004) Selected Achievements: Saved $45+ million in engineering costs via TQM/ISO 9001 quality methodologies; conducted root-cause analysis, improved processes and implemented standards to eliminate product failures. Reduced costs 35% for class 100,000 clean room environment via key quality initiatives. Directed technicians, engineers and mechanics; ensured safety, design and assembly compliance for launch pads operations and daily rocket processing for fifteen years. CIS MRO documentation systems processing and implementation.
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Earned reputation for consistently streamlining operations and reengineering processes to increase efficiency and decrease costs; analyzed issues and recommended process improvements to achieve positive bottom-line results.
Key Duties & Responsibilities: Served as subject matter expert and Quality Team Lead for multimillion-dollar project to reassemble Atlas/Titan rocket complex, including heavy construction of all ground systems and launch operations. Key player in ensuring multiple, large scale, multi-million dollar projects where brought into schedule and that rocket systems and associated key manufacturing components were in compliance with all FAA and military regulations – company made $100M+. Computer information systems for asset documentation, supply chain, incident report, and applications management. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure classified satellites were launched within aggressive time lines; worked with mechanical, electrical, structural, and engineering and avionics functions to ensure quality control and mission success. Managed team of up to 8 professionals in operational test and evaluations (OTE); oversaw compliance with production schedules, safety and assembly of design requirements; provided internal/external customer support. Maintained ISO 9001 certification; prepared validated test processes, procedures and tactical plans. Oversaw engineering for pneumatics, structures, hydraulics, control/thermal system, avionics, Pratt & Whitney RL10 rocket engine, and telecommunications prior to acceptance of vehicle on launch pad.
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Inspector (1982 – 1984) Assisted in Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) application within aerospace/aviation industries. Represented FAA and provided information to national news media following aircraft accidents. MRO computerized information systems for compliance to Governments regulations for airlines. UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, RAF, Upper Hayford, UK, Edwards/Eglin Air Force Base Project Manager/Supervisor (Service Prior to 1982) MRO fighter aircraft, engines and weapons systems, F111, 16, 15 maintenance management. Nominated to flight test operations at Edwards AFB systems command collaborating with design teams, engineers, and test aircraft. Project Managed aircraft operations, victor alert, major overhaul and repair operations, and the processing of 7 aircraft every 30 days while coordinating 10 processing shops. Successfully launched 30+ rockets for the defense of our country. References Available Upon Request