Engineering and Management

BUFORD C. (SKIP) McCUSKER

Senior Consultant

Contact: ********@*****.***, Cell: 937-***-****

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY: A technically astute, energetic, people-oriented Director, Manager, Consultant and Entrepreneur with over 49 years of Computer systems experience and outstanding performance in sophisticated Fortune 500 environments such as General Dynamics, Reynolds and Reynolds, NCR, and Texas Instruments. Strong organization and planning skills with the ability to form effective, highly productive teams which successfully research analyze and develop new hardware and software products and services. Strong custom Fortune 500 Manufacturing/ERP systems development and implementation as well as sales and marketing support experience. Corporate financial planning and profit loss management experience. Currently Holds a DoD Security Clearance of Secret.

KEY SKILLS:

Business Enterprise Engineering

Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) and USAF ABE environment.

Business Enterprise Architecture (BEA)

Use Case development

IDEF methodologies

IBM System Architect v.11.4

Business Management / Development

Request for Information and Request for Proposal

Proposal Development

Sales and Marketing Support

Corporate Business Unit Management

Company Management

P&L Responsibility

Planning

ISO/QS 9000

Project Management

MS Project

Cost and Schedule Control

Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Contract Management

Product/Program Management

Air Force PMO AS&S support

Corporate Product Management

Corporate Program Management

Engineering

Analog/Digital Hardware Design and Development

Operating System Design and Development

Compiler/Assembler Design and Development

Embedded Control Systems Design and Development

Embedded Instrumentation and Sensor Systems Design and Development

Communications Protocol and Messaging Design and Development

TIBCO and IBM ESB knowledge

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Systems Design

Assembler, Procedural, Ladder Logic programing languages.

Database Design and Development.

Machine Control (Hydraulic and Electric)

MIL and IEEE Standards

Systems Engineering

USAF Systems Engineering Processes (SEP and SDDP)

Requirements Definition

System and Subsystem Functional Specification Development

Detailed Specification Development

Test Plans, Test Scenario/Case Development

System Engineering Management

Systems Engineering Management Plans

Manufacturing Applications Design and Development

Condition Based Maintenance (CBM+)

Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM)

Open standards for Condition Based Maintenance (MIMOSA)

-Directly involved in the development and implementation of large scale, mission critical systems for over 23 Fortune 500 companies.

-TIBCO BusinessWorks, Rendezvous, Hawk EAI/ESB software and IBM Systems Architect v. 11.4 education.

-Languages: German

-Recent Joint Paper: “An Enterprise Strategy for Implementing Conditioned-Based Maintenance Plus Research in the USAF” 2007 IEEE Aerospace Conference

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DDC-ITS (10/14 to 10/15)

-Data Analyst supporting the U.S. Air Force, AFMC/A4NL LODM Product Lifecycle Management (PLMi) initiative’s Data Reference Model (DRM), Data Migration Strategy efforts and PLM / Maintenance Repair Overhaul (MRO) integration efforts.

Morgan Borszcz Consulting, LLC (04/11 to 8/14)

Senior Consultant

-Senior Consultant supporting the U.S. Air Force, AFMC/A4UE (Sustainment Engineering) High Velocity Maintenance (HVM), Condition Based Maintenance and Reliability Centered Maintenance initiatives. Support activities include requirements development and review, DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) artifact development, Depot Maintenance Systems Analysis activities and Air Force Policy updating. Supported the AFMC Reliability Centered Maintenance response to the USAF Scientific Advisory Board recommendations. Participated in the new AFMC Logistics War Gamming initiative. Attended the AFRL War Gamming 101 class. Developed a Deficiency Reporting (DR) Technical Order (TO) references and touch point list. Represented AFMC on SAE Product Support Analysis committees for the SAE/GEIA-STD-0007 and 0017 standards. Participated in the re-write and adjudication of the MIL-HDBK-502A.

General Dynamics, Information Technology Division (10/06 to 11/10)

Senior Engineer

-Senior Engineer serving as the Lead Systems Architect for the U. S. Air Force Research Laboratory’s, Propulsion Directorate, and Materials and Manufacturing Directorate’s Condition Based Maintenance initiatives. Developed the US Air Force Enterprise Strategy for Condition Based Maintenance, Developed the DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) Products for Air Force A4 Condition Based Maintenance initiative in support of eLog21, SLIM, AFSO21 initiatives and AF weapon system integrity management programs. DoDAF deliverables included All Views, Operational Views and System Views using IBM Systems Architect and other tools. Worked on the Condition Based Maintenance Plus Research Environment (CBM+RE) SOA architecture, developed DoDAF Products and Enterprise Information Technology Data Repository (EITDR) entry data. Developed Use Cases to support these activities. Participated in DoD cross service initiatives for Condition Based Maintenance. Produced the BEA Mapping for the EHM DRC. Participated in the Parts Service History and High Velocity Maintenance (HVM) Ontology Development. Worked on the Engine Management Logistics Infrastructure (EMLI) Phase 1a project. Developed the engine Parts Service History data extraction methodology from the GCSS Data Warehouse, CEMS table data and its data presentation format. Familiar with many AF Engine Tech Orders, Trending & Diagnostics data and methodologies, Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) concepts, as well as GCSS-AF, DISR and CBM MIMOSA standards. Attended working sessions and provided input into the ECSS PLM and CMRO capabilities.

Nova Technology Solutions (07/04 to 10/06)

Senior Technologist

-Senior Technologist supporting the U.S. Air Force, 554 ELSG/FN, Financial Systems Program Office at Wright Patterson AFB. Support Activities include: Briefing preparation, Program Documentation development and review. (PWS, SOO, SOW, IRA, CONOPS, RTM, SRD, TRD, OVs, SVs etc.) Program and Cost Reviews, Source Selection, Change Request Reviews, Technical IPT’s, Pricing IPT’s, Air Force Programs Supported: AF-ERP, DEAMS, EDV-CRIS migration to GCSS-AF/Data Services, Teradata Warehouse, CDSS, Financial Systems migrations to the GCSS-AF Enterprise Service Bus (ESB), GCSS-AF Discovery Services and Metadata Repository IPT. Wrote a white paper for FN’s ESB requirements. Attended AF Systems Engineering Process (SEP) education.

Instrument Integration Group, Scientific Pittsburgh, Hydro-Mechanics, AF Kelly, Digital Concepts, Precision Industrial Automation, S.I.I. Inc. and BusinessLabs.

Independent Business Management and Systems Consultant (03/00 to 07/04)

-Business Process/Architecture:

Developed a custom Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system functional specification and Business Process model for EIS BARCO using IDEF0, BPWIN methodology and CASE tool. Ensured that the new MRP system would interface with the legacy, custom ERP system. Developed a pricing model and proforma P/L and proposal for the EIS MRP project implementation phase. Contractor selection for the Delphi/ SQL Server contracted development.

Analyzed existing ISO 9000 Quality Procedures and documents for Precision Ind. Automation to create process flows and gap analysis in order to facilitate advancement to higher levels of ISO/QS 9000 certification.

Evaluated the Navision ERP package for Dayton Power and Light, and made an ORACLE v. NAVISION vendor selection recommendation. Also performed current vendor and future vendor financial statement analysis.

Developed Dayton Power and Light’s formal software/system development methodology based on scaled down IEEE 12207 standards. Assisted in the development of Dayton Power and Light’s enterprise wide IT architecture design and 5 year implementation plan.

-Project Management:

Project Manager for the construction of a $5 million automated robotic final assembly, welding and test line for a major international automobile company.

Project Manager for the Dayton Power and Light’s Trouble Call Management System project.

-Engineering:

Developed a working engineering evaluation unit of a lightweight marine power generator for further engineering and business analysis.

Researched DMX512 network protocol and market place for an intelligent theater lighting control product. Developed the specification, and PIC based embedded Hardware and Software for the prototype product. Also assisted in the test market evaluation and product volume/pricing analysis.

Developed and built a mobile, furnace gas sampling and analysis system for Thompson Consumer Electronics in Mexico.

Developed a PLC based automated Theater Winch Control System for Victoria Theater, Dayton Ohio.

Digital Concepts / Business Labs (2/98 to 03/00)

Director, Database Consulting Group

-As Director of Database Consulting Group (DCG), reporting directly to the president of the company, directed the operation of two commercial business units containing a variety of consulting disciplines supporting a variety of products, services and platforms. Managed the Consulting group and Navision ERP package (AP, AR, GL, Payroll etc.). delivery and installation functions. Participated in corporate planning functions including financial planning, forecasting, manpower planning, project management. Developed business unit policies and procedures. Developed employment and customer contracts. Performed personnel recruitment functions. Participated in sales activities to include customer pre and post sales, proposal writing and product/services pricing. Working project manager for the Business Process Analysis and the formal systems test scenarios and test scripts development for the IAMS Company’s new, fully automated pet food plant. The tests ensured that all aspects of the Allen Bradley PLC, FactoryLink, PowerBuilder factory systems and the BAAN ERP interface functioned as designed.

McCusker Engineering Inc. (01/88 to 01/98)

Computer and Systems Integration Services Consultant

-The company provided computer consulting and systems integration services. It also manufactured EPA approved process monitoring instrumentation and embedded control systems. Provided consulting services to Digital Concepts Inc. and served as their Director of Strategic Planning, as well as worked on various Air Force Proposals and performed an evaluation of the Air Force DMIS system and project. Designed and developed an embedded, automated Bio-Reactor control system for use in composting. Patents awarded.

The Reynolds and Reynolds Co (01/85 to 01/88)

Director of Systems Architecture and Factory Applications Development

-Reporting to the Vice President of Research and Development, managed a team of 8 high level systems architects with responsibility for the design and development of the future UNIX based, Object Oriented systems architecture for the Computer Systems Division of this $750MM, 6,000 employee company. Directed a growing three department, 50 person organizations which developed highly sophisticated custom communications products used to facilitate the flow of pertinent order and financial information between the automobile manufacturer and their dealerships. Accountable for financial management of an operating budget in excess of $2.5 million and a capital equipment budget of $350K. In addition tracked all computer industry standards and provided 5 year technology forecasts, supplied major account marketing and sales support.

NCR / Data Pathing Corporation (01/73 – 12/84)

Corporate Product Manager,

National Systems Engineering Manager,

Regional Systems Engineering Manager,

Regional Systems Engineering Specialist,

Systems Engineer,

-Over 11 years of custom Manufacturing/ERP systems development experience in positions of increasing responsibilities with this major international corporation. Reporting to the Divisional Vice-President, played a key role in the integration of the newly acquired division. Managed a 35 person, custom manufacturing systems, systems engineering group located throughout the United States and Canada. I had P&L responsibility for this organization and participated in all divisional annual /quarterly financial planning and review sessions at the Senior Vice-President, President and COO/CEO level. Directed multi-location (including International) product management activities required for the specification, development, production, and release of new Data Pathing industrial software and hardware products. Managed the development of product market research, product pro forma P&Ls, project justifications, new product brochures, new product sales training, support documentation, and press releases associated with the new products. Created a pre sales support capability within the systems engineering organization which resulted in the division gaining a majority market share in the Fortune 500 industrial factory data management marketplace. Developed and implemented a standardized planning and tracking methodology which facilitated the efficient production and delivery of products on time and under budget. Developed and implemented a price quoting process and procedure for custom large scale manufacturing computer systems, which increased customer satisfaction and division profits. As a direct result record earnings were achieved and the division was recognized as the most profitable at NCR. Participated in a U.S. Navy RFP response that resulted in a $25 million contract award.

-Systems Engineering activities:

Business Process Analysis, Functional and Detailed Specifications development, Systems Design, Hardware Configuration, Pre and Post Sales Support, Sales Presentations, APICS Trade Shows Demonstrator, Project Management, Test Plan and Scenario/Case development, System Acceptance Testing, Problem Resolution, Programming, Data Modeling, Relational Database design, Change Control.

Applications Include: Time and Attendance, Access Control, Inventory Management, Shipping, Receiving, Material Tracking, Labor Tracking, Job Tracking, Quality Tracking, Machine Down Time, Maintenance Tracking, Assembly Line Broadcasting, Scheduling, Auto Documents/Badges using Bar Coding/Mag Stripe/Punched, Automatic Data Acquisition and Mainframe Financial Systems interfacing.

Texas Instruments (England and Germany locations) (01/70 to 01/73

Business Process Analyst / Systems Analyst / Operations Manager

Supported semi-conductor manufacturing process control and test systems. Provided semi-conductor manufacturing process control and test systems hardware and software support. Also designed and developed production line reporting systems.

U.S. Army, Tactical Operations Systems (TOS) Development Group (SPO) (01/66 to 01/70)

Systems Analyst / Operations Management

-$16MM classified, experimental battlefield automation (Command and Control). Participated in the initial acceptance testing of the COTS Mainframe hardware, software and communications equipment at Control Data Corp. Aero Space HQ. Final acceptance testing of the hardware and custom Bunker-Ramo software deliverables. Performed the IV&V scenarios and tests associated with those tests. Developed operator training for the system and researched using unskilled military personnel to operate the system in a field operations environment. Charter member of the US Army Computer Systems Command. Received AFCEA awards. Was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for work on experimental computer software.

SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL

-Secret

PREVIOUS SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL

- Confidential - Top Secret (NATO, Cryptographic, Atomic).

- Former member of the FBI, INFRAGARD organization.

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