Engineer Manager

HENRY W. WHITE, Sr.

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Wichita, Ks. 67217

CAREER SUMMERY

Electronics Engineer with over Twenty five years of project and system engineering experience. Skilled in all aspects of logistics, production planning, Engineering Management, Supplier Management and Program Management.

Experienced in avionics and electronics hardware repair test, tear down and evaluation. Along with my engineering experience I have six years in retail and in/outside sales, plus management experience as outlined in my work experience.

Clearance: Secret

WORK EXPERIENCE

Bombardier Flight Test Center

Wichita, Ks, January 2008 to present

Group Lead for the Avionics/Electrical Engineering team. Provide technical guidance and direction for the avionics/electrical team as required to meet program objectives and requirements. Assist technicians in troubleshooting aircraft avionics system problems and determine whether the source of the snag is design related or component failure. Prepare test definition sheets and review flight test plans and reports to ensure that complete test requirements for TC/FAA/JAA certification are met safely. Provide engineering documentation for design changes and work around in flight test environment to ensure aircraft flight schedules are maintained. Provide system performance analysis to ensure that the system performs its intended function and meets the design specification. Support aircraft ground, flight and functional testing, to meet FAA Code of Federal Regulations Title 14 Part 25, 121 and 135, RTCA documents DO-178, DO-160 and DO-254.

Hawker Beechcraft Corporation.

Wichita, Kansas September 2006 to January 2008

Manage and lead the Government Business T-6 Avionics/Electrical Team. Manage technical aspects of multiple project needs by development of schedules, budgets, manpower requirements and execution of the projects to quality, schedule & budget. Provide technical guidance and direction for the avionics/electrical team as required to meet program objectives and requirements. Job Duties include Manage the development, design, integration, test and FAA certification of electrical and avionic components and systems for the T-6 aircraft Provide leadership for avionics and electrical group, including mentoring, career development, performance appraisals, and performance feedback. Execute projects to meet schedule, budget, and maintain quality for design/integration, troubleshooting, and research/analysis for Avionics/Electrical engineering aspects Responsible for quality, timely release, and technical oversight of Avionics/Electrical drawings, specifications, certification plans, test plans, and reports. Research and respond to customer inquiries. Assist in the preparation of Statements of Work, provide bids for proposals and ROMs, Coordinate with other aircraft engineering functions, PMO, manufacturing, QA, finance, Supply Chain Management, and other internal disciplines to ensure successful execution of projects Conduct meetings with and make presentations to internal and external customers Preliminary Design Reviews, Critical Design Reviews, and Program Management Reviews.

The BOEING Company Inc.

Ft. Walton Beach, Florida January 2005 to September 2006

Program Manager - (January 2005 to September 2006) Program Manager for the C-130U Gunship Multispectral Sensor (GMS) Program at the SOF Logistic Support Center with total responsibility for the management and execution of the GMS Program. Responsible for providing oversight for the technical, cost and schedule performance of the GMS program. Responsible for design, development, trial installation, test, kitproof and data formalization. Responsible for management of System Engineering analysis development, Air Vehicle design development, Technical Publication development, Integrated Logistics Support products development, proposal activities, cost reporting and schedule maintenance. Responsible for management of multiple vendors and Interdivisional Work Authorizations. Manages all aspects of supplier/subcontractor performance including quality, technical, schedule, and cost. Establishes and develops overall objectives and long-range goals of the organization related to suppliers and partners. Develops and implements supplier controls and measurement systems. Support proposal development of the Mission systems IPT to include supplier work packages, SOW Specification development and software integration. Support site in the certification of CMMI as a CMMI auditor.

The BOEING Company Inc.

Wichita, Kansas November 2002 to January 2005

Manager - (December 2003 to January 2005) Manage multi-functional teams responsible for development of Avionics System and Subsystem architectures, requirements definition and allocation, analysis, trade studies, system design documentation, Supplier Statements Of Work, supplier specifications and procurement of subsystems or components. Responsibilities include organization, staffing, employee development, budget, schedule, and technical aspects of the programs. Lead and direct engineering and sciences organization within Aircraft Control Systems and Displays IPT. Establishes, oversees, and administers processes, policies, and practices and determines resource requirements, acquisition, and redeployment plans. Works with subordinates to establish and evaluate employee performance plans. Interfaces with other organizations, customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to define and evaluate accomplishment of project and program priorities.

Lead Engineer - (November 2002 - December 2003) Responsible for development and validation of communication, flight management, navigation system/subsystem requirements, architecture definition and integration. Assist Architecture Engineering in the development of architecture based on the requirements, operational concepts, and system-level attributes and optimize system effectiveness in terms of performance, cost, risk mitigation, produce ability, operational and logistical suitability and growth capability. Assist in the definition of functional, physical and procedural interfaces to meet FAA certification and Military specifications.. Responsible for integration of disciplines from more than one supplier management and procurement job family. Technical Focal Lead Engineer within the Supplier Management and Procurement IPT. Technical Focal on the implementation of the Avionics Engineering requirements of Military and International contracts.

The BOEING Company Inc.

Cape Canaveral, Florida June 1989 to November 2002

OEM/Sustaining and Design Maintenance Project Engineer -- (October 1994 to November 2002); Provide technical support for NASA Shuttle Logistic Depot repairs, manufacturing, and direct activities related to TT&E and failure analysis: perform LRU/SRU/Component overstress analysis; provide technical direction/support to repair certifications; review/approve designs of NASA Shuttle Logistic Depot/OEM STE; generate/review/approve NASA Shuttle Logistic Depot/OEM testing and assembly procedures/specifications. Extensive design and test experience with the Space Shuttle Electrical Power Distribution and Control (EPD&C) and Displays and Control Systems (D&C) LRU's with emphasis on the power controllers lighting hardware and Space Shuttle wiring with MRB authority.

Project Engineer -- (January 1993 to October 1994) Review technical changes to Space Shuttle Program Operating Maintenance Requirement System ensuring all changes comply with defined Operating Maintenance Requirement System ground rules. Provide daily technical assistance and directly collaborate with the NASA KSC OMRS Control Board Chairman. Interface with various shuttle elements, projects and system engineering personnel at multiple NASA centers

Test Engineer -- (February 1992 to January 1993) Directly worked with shuttle avionics hardware in repair. Supported OJT training at various vendors. Review and write technical procedures for repair of shuttle hardware.

Project Management-- (June 1989 to February 1992) Assist in routing planning and review of hardware drawings and technical data in support of depot activation and planning. Coordinate with engineering, contracts and material as required to define equipment characteristics. Accumulate and prepare data relating to systems hardware requirements and maintenance repair ideas. Assist in coordinating preliminary and critical certification review meetings.

WIENER ENTERPRISES

Harrahan, Louisiana. January 1988 to June 1989

Store Manager -- (January 1988 to June 1989) Responsible for day to day operation of Men's Apparel Store, with responsibilities in opening and closing of business, ordering and stocking new items, supervising 10 employees, hiring and training of employees, accounting and bookkeeping.

ROBINSON BRO., INC.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana July 1987 to January 1988

Transportation Consultant -- (January 1988 to June 1989) Heavy responsibility in direct sales and marketing of Lincoln-Mercury and Merkur car line.

UNIVERSITY FORD, INC.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana October 1986 to July 1987

Lease and Sales Consultant -- (January 1988 to June 1989) Responsible for maintaining and prospecting for customers. Direct Marketing of Ford cars and trucks.

HESCHEM, INC.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana February 1982 to August 1985

Marketing Director -- (June 1984 to August 1985) Responsible for strategic marketing of a full line of institutional and industrial chemical and supplies, inventory control and purchasing necessary stock, maintaining sales force of 25 people, and assisting Vice President at board meeting with necessary backup data for trend analyze and production.

Area Field Manager -- (June 1983 to June 1984) Responsible for calling on accounts of Universities and Businesses in three State Area. Supervise sales force, set up training seminars for sales force clients, outline and make presentation of products to new accounts.

Sales Representative -- (February 1982 to June 1983) Entry level training, heavy responsibility in opening and prospecting for accounts, merchandising and presentation of products to new accounts.

UNITED STATES NAVY

Washington D. C.

Avionics Electronics Technician, U. S. Navy (Active Duty), August, 1985 to October, 1986, worked directly on A-7 avionics hardware and fire control systems. Stationed at NAS Cecil Field, Jacksonville, Florida. VA-105 Squadron attached to the USS Forestall Aircraft Carrier, Responsible for electronic maintenance of aircraft.

Avionics Electronics Technician, U. S. Navy (Reserve Duty), February, 1982 to August, 1985, required to drill one weekend per month, two weeks per summer. Worked directly on P-3 aircraft's avionics and electronic hardware. Stationed at NAS Belle Chase, New Orleans, Louisiana VP-94 and VP-5056 Patrol Squadron

Basic Camp and Avionics Electronics School, U. S. Navy (Active Duty), July, 1981 to February, 1982 completed eight weeks of basic camp. Completed fundamental of electrical and electronics school, avionics class "A" school, avionics electronics technician school.

EDUCATION

Southern University Laboratory High School, 1981 courses, academics with five years of mathematics.

Southern University A. & M. University, 1986

B. S. in Electronics Engineering.

B. S. Business Management/Administration

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