Project Manager Management
Resume:
M uhammad Zafar Chaudhri
Torrance, CA 90503
562-***-**** (cell)
*.********@*****.***
Citizenship: US
SUM MARY
Project Manager with proven success leading multi-function teams that deliver high quality
p roducts to meet or exceed customer needs. Expertise in all aspects of
Software/System/Hardware/Manufactur ing development life cycle and in managing small to
l arge projects. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to effectively communicate and
build relationships with a broad spectrum of audience at all organization levels. Exceptional
skills in managing priorities across mult iple projects, and in monitoring tasks using
measurement and analysis techniques. Key strengths in:
Ability to interact with customers and with all levels within the organization
Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
Identify, prioritize, communicate and mitigate project r isks
Understanding the SEI Capability Maturi ty Model Integrated (CMM I) Model
Ability to influence and lead a diverse team
Control Account Manager (CAM)
Process improvement and deployment
Quality and configuration management processes
Ability to collect, organize and analyze data
Resource management and planning
Training and problem resolution
A bility to lead multiple activities and resources while maintaining a focus on quality
Ability to grasp general knowledge of multiple disciplines and technologies
PROFESSIONAL EXPER I ENCE
Maxon Lift Corp, Santa Fe Spring, CA
Project Manager : Sept 2013 - Present
Directly report to the Office Of President. Managing Lift gates manufacturing projects
f rom requirements, design th ru production using MS project, Earned Value System and
Metrics. Developed engineering design standards and deployed Gate process. Established
Measurement and Analysis program, prepared t raining material on using metrics in
managing projects and conducted t raining for employees in California and in Mexico. Held
weekly project team meetings and regularly prepared materiel for senior management
u pdates. Monitored and reported on project progress and issues.
A TS Consulting, Tor rance, CA
Project Lead: J une 2012 to Sept 2013
Managed day-to-day operational aspects of the H igh Speed Image Recognition System
developed by offshore multi-disciplined team that includes design engineers, quality,
marketing, documentation control, sales, and production. Managed the project within
established scope, schedule and budget while meeting and exceeding customer satisfaction
and company standards. Identified and managed project Risks throughout the project life
cycle. Ensured the team has the r ight skills and experience in order to provide effective and
b road technical support.
RAYT HEON COMPANY, El Segundo, CA (over 25 years )
Project Manager : Feb 2009 to May 2012
Manage cross-functional team of 20+ engineers in designing test stations and developing
software for multiple programs (F-18 International Radar, B2 Antenna, JF-15 ASC/RE, F-
15 Saudi and ISIS):
Release and deliver work products on time and within budget to international customers
and to production facility by monitoring project process regularly using EVMS. Improved
software productivity over 20% above expected organization goal by establishing and
u tilizing central repository and by streamlining processes. Collaborate with program
management and requirements, design and technical teams by holding regular technical
s tatus meetings and by participating in weekly Program Performance Review meetings.
I dentify key metrics and lead efforts to improve quality and efficiency of development,
testing, and release management. Compute and analyze CPI/SPI, perform variance
analysis, identify r isks and mitigation plans, prepare and present status reports to program
management team. Create numerous proposals using organization cost estimation tool;
p repare BOEs to backup bids; and present proposal packages to Center leadership team for
approval.
Engineering Manager - RF & EO Development Test System 2008- 2011
Managed up to 25+ engineers responsible for development, integration, test, and support
for numerous test stations on ATFLIR, B2, F-15, JF-15, MP-RTIP, and F-18 programs:
P rovided mentorship-style leadership to develop high performing professional staff.
E nsured two-way communication for engineering team members and served as day-to-day
l iaison to programs regarding employee job assignments, performance, and recognition.
Coordinated program staffing needs and reductions, optimizing resource utilization,
recruiting efforts, and metrics collection for monthly reviews.
Teamed with Department Manager and peers in executing Center and Engineering goals,
and participated in department and center level meetings. Actively supported and
i mplemented quality objectives and ini tiatives; managed continuous improvement and
L EAN activit ies. Managed resources, staffing, and mentoring, thus enhancing and
maintaining best-of-class engineering team.
Completed numerous proposal efforts and produced Basis Of Estimates (BOEs) to justify
f inal bids.
I ntegrated Product Team Lead ( IPTL) - P rocess Deployment & Compliance team
1997 - 2008
SAS Engineering Process Group (EPG) Led team of 19 Process Engineers to drive
consistency on existing Enterprise Management System (EMS) processes and to monitor
p rograms in compliance with organization standards; Supported Raytheon in achieving
h igh CMM I maturi ty level.
Developed process deployment scorecard tool to measure the extent EMS processes are
deployed and utilized on programs. Mentored/coached employees to enhance their
u nderstanding of SEI CMM I model. Analyzed appraisal project process improvement needs,
recommended improvements, and planned actions to implement improvements.
Participated in numerous Software Engineering Institute (SEI), Capability Matur ity Model
(CMM), and Capability Maturi ty Model Integrated (CMM I) appraisals (SCAMPI Class A,
C lass B and Class C) within and outside SAS that resulted in achieving high maturi ty
certification and/or improving existing processes.
P roject Manager/Software Chief Engineer - B2-LTSS program 1998 - 2000
Managed cross-functional team of 57 developers, designers, and testers to several successful
completions of work product releases; despite complexity and size of software, product was
delivered to customer ahead of schedule and within budget. Translated business needs into
detailed development/engineering specifications. Successfully achieved SEI CMM level 3
and SEI CMM level 4 ratings on this program. In terfaced on a regular basis with
subcontractors, customers, supply chain and program office to ensure alignment. Fostered a
motivating environment and facilitated clear communication, which kept projects on t rack.
Customized product design to fit customer needs while maintaining budget and schedule.
Project Manager/Bench Team Lead for the Warner Robins SDF program 1995 -
1997
Managed cross-functional teams of 92 engineers and successfully delivered 3 Test Benches
on t ime and within budget to Warner Robins Air Force Base. As hands-on technical leader
and contributor, worked closely with engineers to architect and develop best design and
approach. Reported monthly status of development, quality, operations, and system
performance to customer and management.
Participated in sourcing, selection, and management of key suppliers and subcontractors.
Monitored and evaluated subcontractors software and hardware development efforts.
E nsured that applicable product capability, product safety, and workplace health and safety
requirements imposed by customers, government regulations, and senior management were
met. Assessed t raining needs/requirements and developed t raining plan to ensure all team
members received appropriate t raining.
E DUCATION
M.S., Physics, Marquette University, M ilwaukee, WI
M.S., Electrical Engineering, Marquette University, M ilwaukee, WI
B.Sc., Mathematics, University of Punjab, Pakistan
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT/SPECIAL SKIL LS
Certified - Earned Value Management System (EVMS) Certified
Leadership Development Program (LEAP)
10 yrs PT undergrad teaching exp. in CS, EE & Math
Certified SEI CMM I appraiser
Advanced interactive IPD Leadership
Certified - Six Sigma Specialist
Gate/Stage processes
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