Qualifications Profile

A results-proven Program Manager and Software Development Specialist with over 20 years of progressive experience in leadership positions and a track record of success with cutting-edge development technology.

• Broad-based proficiency in software design analysis and development; use relationship management skills to synthesize user and developer efforts in expediting project completion.
• Manage multiple tasks and responsibilities in high-pressure environments; experience in leading teams through complex, critical projects, including Space Shuttle flight operations.
• Excel at pinpointing and resolving problems in early project stages to avoid cost/time expenses; recognized by top government officials for efficient, profitable project leadership.
• Extensive knowledge in technology platforms, protocols, tools, and languages; hold MS and BS degrees and Top Secret Security Clearance.

Core Competencies:

Technical Summary

Professional Experience

OVERWATCH SYSTEMS, LTD., Austin, TX 2004 - present

(formerly Austin Info Systems, Ltd.)

Program Manager

(description coming)

INEVITABLE ENTERTAINMENT, INC., Austin, TX 2002 - 2004

(now Midway Studios - Austin)

Producer

Led development team for the highly successful Area 51 video game, released on multiple platforms after my departure from Inevitable.

THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS, Austin, TX 1997 - 2002

Project Manager - Applied Research Laboratories, Information Systems Laboratory
Quality Engineering Lead / Special Projects Officer

Promoted to lead team of 35 in fulfillment of objectives and goals for critical ABCSI project involving implementation of advanced data collection, storage, and dissemination system for U.S. Army's three Maneuver Combat Training Centers. Scope of accountability includes project planning, scheduling, tracking, and troubleshooting, R&D, systems/applications development, staff performance management, vendor and sponsor communications, quality assurance, systems design, and budget administration ($14 million+). Deliver presentations to Army staff (Pentagon-/general-level staff), training personnel, U.S. government representatives, and academic leaders.

Completed training in and use Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute (CMUSEI) Team Software Process (TSP) and Personal Software Process (PSP) to facilitate development progress. In previous project management positions, coordinated cross-functional team efforts in meeting and exceeding goals.

Selected Accomplishments:

• Spearheaded initiatives in refining ABCSI project requirements, coordinating efforts with sponsors and end users, and deploying sophisticated system that boosted training capabilities of U.S. Army by substantial margins.
• Instituted matrix-based team organization with multiple support teams and led team members to strong, sustainable performance growth to ensure fulfillment of all project goals within time and budget limits.
• Led FIRM software integration project to recognition by several sponsor organizations and levels of military command as "one of noteworthy success" in U.S. Army's high-profile digital training events.
• Developed and maintained several high-priority initiatives, including complete re-design of ISL web site, ISL advertising brochure, and other project-specific web sites.

UNITED SPACE ALLIANCE, NASA / JOHNSON SPACE CENTER, Houston, TX 1986 - 1997

Senior Flight Dynamics Officer (FDO)
Software Applications Team Lead

Served in key role within Space Shuttle Mission Control Center, with full responsibility and accountability for time-critical evaluation of Shuttle flight performance. Directed team of ~50 during pre-flight design and ~10 through real-time flight control; reported directly to NASA Flight Director and Space Shuttle management. Automated and supervised trajectory flight planning process; provided Mission Control Support of 26 Space Shuttle missions, with 10 in lead FDO position.

Previously supervised applications programmers as Team Lead in Trajectory Operations Applications Software Task (TOAST) project that provided Mission Control support software for FDOs; defined requirements, validated documentation, and developed pre-mission and real-time application software.

Selected Accomplishments:

• Maintained exemplary performance record in Orbit, Deploy, Entry, and Rendezvous program phases that contributed to seamless, on-target deployment of Space Shuttle missions.
• Fostered unity and productivity among diverse, cross-functional team members through hands-on, continual training and evaluation.
• Implemented formal configuration controls for software to meet project requirements; developed software in FORTRAN and C++.

Education & Affiliations

Master of Science in Physical/Space Science (MS) - 1992

University of Houston, Clear Lake - Clear Lake, TX

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering (BS) - 1985

The University of Texas at Austin - Austin, TX

Affiliations and Activities:

• Vice-President/Director - Online Operations, Society of Performers, Artists, Athletes, and Celebrities for Space Exploration (SPAACSE). Promote space exploration through celebrity-sponsored public service announcements. Contributed to awarding of over $6,000 in college scholarships within 2001-2.
• Community Leader - AOL Space Exploration Online, Ask Mission Control board. Answer questions and moderate discussions on space exploration and related issues, with #1 message board in SEO.
• School Mentor and Requested Speaker - Serve as mentor for high school students nationwide during senior projects and deliver presentations on manned spaceflight to local and international schools.

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