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Chief Engineer

Location:
Phoenix, AZ, 85034
Posted:
February 16, 2017

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Thomas Konieczny

Phoenix, AZ ***** ( 949-***-**** ( acyusn@r.postjobfree.com (

www.linkedin.com/in/ThomasKonieczny

Aerospace Engineering Executive

Highly accomplished engineering executive with a history of successful

execution on high value development programs. Exceptional ability to

leverage extensive technical and business experience to achieve the vision,

goals and objectives of the organization.

Over twenty years' experience developing leadership skills and building

empowered, high-performing integrated-product teams. A proactive and

confident leader demonstrating competent decision-making ability in

challenging, high-visibility environments. Significant experience in

systems engineering, aircraft systems, structures, systems integration and

test. A diverse background in design, stress analysis, human factors,

flight testing, materials and processes, manufacturing operations, liaison

engineering, customer and product support, technology development and

insertion. Experience in FAA certification and military qualification of

fixed-wing aircraft.

Builds partnerships through collaboration across multi-disciplined

organizations. Excellent communication skills with a strong foundation in

ethics, diversity, and employee development. Passionate about building

relationships of trust with all stakeholders and committed to achieving the

highest degree of customer satisfaction.

Skills / Areas of Expertise:

Engineering Product Development Cost & Schedule Performance Proposal Development

Program Management Risk & Opportunity FAA Certification

Lean Engineering / Six Sigma Management Government Audits

Product Improvement & Cost Contracts & Negotiation Supplier Management

Reduction Earned Value Management Employee Development

Cross Functional Team Building Strategic Planning &

Forecasting

Work Experience

Honeywell Aerospace, Phoenix, AZ: June 2013 - Present

Chief Engineer, Mechanical - Human Factors & Aircraft Integration

Successful application of human factors engineering on mechanical systems

and components across Honeywell Aerospace. Review, recommend and approve

component and systems integration. Support USAF T-X and Indian Air Force

Jaguar development program proposals.

Key Accomplishments:

. Review and approve product design, testing, airworthiness and

certification to customer requirements

. Lead and direct design reviews, system safety and hazard analysis

reviews and approve program gate reviews

. Serve as an advisory member on the Honeywell Aerospace Air Quality

Management Council

. Six Sigma Green Belt

The Boeing Company

Director/Chief Engineer, KC-46A Tanker Integrated-Product Team - Mukilteo,

WA: Apr 2011 - Jun 2013

Provided executive leadership for engineering and manufacturing development

of $1.2B aerial refueling system. Led Aerial Refueling Integrated-Product

Team of 300 engineers and staff in development of refueling boom system,

drogue system and aerial refueling operator station. Overall

responsibility for entire value stream including supplier performance,

product integration and test. Ensure compliance to military qualification

and FAA certification requirements.

Key Accomplishments:

. Built a talented, performance-driven team to ensure effective

collaboration between Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Supplier

Management, Quality, Product Support and functional support

organizations

. Led complex development and integration of 3-D displays, cameras,

hydroelectric actuation and fly-by-wire systems

. Achieved PDR and CDR schedule milestones

. Successfully led 12-month transition of Wichita Engineering Team to

Puget Sound in response to Boeing Wichita site closure announcement in

January 2012

Chief Engineer, KC-767 International Tanker Program - Wichita Kansas: Aug

2010 - Apr 2011

Successfully led Air Vehicle Integrated-Product Team in product

development, integration, flight test, certification and delivery to the

Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) and Italian Air Force (ITAF)

customers.

Key Accomplishments:

. First time quality for all engineering deliverables

. Successful integration and flight test of aerial refueling system with

airframe, avionics and mechanical systems

. Met overall program cost, schedule, and technical performance goals

. Demonstrated compliance to FAA regulations and foreign government

regulatory agencies

. Led transition of engineering function to post-production support

organization

Engineering Site Leader, (GTES) - Wichita, KS: Jan 2008 - Aug 2010

Boeing Wichita Engineering Executive for responsible for functional

leadership to over 900 engineers and support staff across Global Transport

& Executive Systems (GTES), 767 International Tanker Program, KC-46A Tanker

Proposal Team, B-52 Program, and Mission Planning. Responsible for

technical oversight of repair, maintenance, modifications and upgrades to

aircraft supporting the National Command Authority Mission and other

aircraft including 737, 747, 757, 767 and Air Force One.

Key Accomplishments:

. Championed cost reduction and financial performance improvements

resulting in over $7M in cost savings against a $5.5M target, including

more than $550K in recurring annual savings through functional

reorganization

. Established a strong FAA certification function through use of the

Organization Designation Authorization (ODA)

. Represented Boeing management in 2009 SPEEA Engineering Union contract

negotiations resulting in acceptance of Boeing's three-year contract

offer

. Member of the Executive Industry Advisory Council (IAC) to the National

Institute of Aerospace Research (NIAR) through Wichita State University

. Served as Boeing Wichita representative for United Way of the Plains and

Boeing University Relations at Wichita State University

Director, C-17 Aircraft Systems Integrated Product Team - Long Beach, CA:

Aug 2003 - Jan 2008

Managed a multi-disciplined organization of 300 Engineering and Supplier

Management personnel engaged in product design, development, integration,

test, production implementation and support of:

Electrical and Lighting Inerting System Oxygen and Fire Suppression

Systems Mechanical Flight Controls

Wire Installations Electronic Flight Controls Mechanical Support Equipment

Engine and Auxiliary Power Environmental Control System

Unit Hydro-Mechanical Systems

Nacelle & Thrust Reverser Pneumatic Systems Landing Gear

System Wheel and Braking System

Fuel Systems

Key Accomplishments:

. Successfully achieved program goals through implementation of $400M in

multi-year product improvement projects

. Executive sponsor for engineering retrofit projects valued at over $800M

. Managed engineers in development of C-17B military derivative and BC-17

commercial aircraft proposals

. Supported proposal development for successful C-17 foreign military

sales to the U.K. Australia, and Canada.

Sr. Manager, C-17 Globemaster Program - Long Beach, CA: Jun 1990 - Aug 2003

Achieved levels of increased responsibility and professional growth in the

following C-17 positions:

. Sr. Manager, Hydro-Mechanical Systems Group

. Sr. Manager, Airframe Integration Group

. Manager, Composite Structures Group

. Sr. Engineer/Scientist, Wing Structures Group

McDonnell Douglas Aircraft Company - St. Louis, Missouri: Aug 1982 - Jun

1990

Experienced extensive and significant professional growth and

responsibility in the following positions:

. Group Leader-Advanced Design, Navy A-12 Avenger Program

. Stress Analyst, Navy F/A-18 Hornet Program

. Senior Design Engineer, Air Force Advanced Tactical Fighter Program

. Liaison MRB Engineer, Navy / Marine AV-8 Harrier Program

Education & Credentials

. Master of Business Administration, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA

. Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering, Aero-Space Institute,

Chicago, IL

. Secret Security Clearance (inactive)



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