Manager

MICHAEL C. SMITH

** ******* **, *******, ** *****

C: 254-***-****

Email: ****************@*****.***

Active TS/SCI with CI poly Availability: 2023

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Senior Manager within DOD organizations with 20 years of extensive and progressively responsible experience in:

Requirements and Acquisition Project Management Resource/Budget Management Process Improvement/Development Strategic Planning Program Management Contracts Management Communications Marketing Training Team Building Human Resources Management Liaison with external constituencies Life cycle management JCIDS SOFCIDS

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

KBR

Government Property Site Manager JUN 2023 – JUN 2023

●Managed and oversaw the government-owned property system, including acquisition, tracking, and disposition for each major department and contract customer according to Honeywell Aerospace Government Property Manual

●Performed annual site self-assessment and provided copies to site leadership and Government Property Center of Excellence (GPCOE)

●Utilized SAP as a system of record for Repair & Overhaul, Records, Modifications, Property Outcome and Ownership

●Received

VIGILINT

Deputy Program Manager / Foundry Director SEPT 2021 – JUN 2023

●Managed all Statements of Work (SOW) and Contract Modifications (MODs) to ensure compliance and successful completion of contracted milestone items.

●Leveraged market insights and customer feedback to contribute to the development of a robust global product strategy within assigned categories, while also establishing, monitoring, and communicating performance metrics to facilitate data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.

●Responsible for internal and external communication with clients, stakeholders, and team members by utilizing a variety of strategies such as white paper materials, business meetings, webinars, local events and more.

●Monitored and reported on service and product performance metrics and adjusted strategies accordingly.

●Created and delivered presentations to internal and external audiences – weekly status report, Monthly Contract Status Report (MCSR), and annual reporting requirements.

●Engaged with global customers, conducted needs assessments, and tailored product solutions, leading to a 25% increase in customer retention and establishing the foundation for upselling and cross-selling opportunities.

●Exercised visionary leadership in driving strategic business development initiatives tailored to meet the exacting demands of the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD), effectively positioning the organization as a trusted partner of choice within these critical sectors.

●Prepared internal annual and ad-hoc reports, as well as related content to present to VIGILINT executive team.

●Orchestrated collaboration across diverse business functions, uniting efforts to achieve exceptional outcomes and strategic success.

●Spearheaded the creation and implementation of the Foundry Training Program, encompassing rigorous medical readiness, weapons qualification, meticulous verification of medical specialty credentials for all deploying teams, and astute management of logistical intricacies.

VECTRUS

Readiness Mission Manager, DIA, Washington DC AUG 2020 – SEPT 2021

●Championed the strategic interests of the Director of Intelligence Analytics (DIA) and Chiefs of Staff, while also amplifying the voice of the customer.

●Secured a prominent presence at senior executive echelon meetings to steadfastly represent customer priorities and vigorously propel their visionary initiatives forward.

●Maintained a 95% fill rate through successful recruiting initiatives while vetting an average of 900 resumes annually.

●Balanced competing commitments of multiple stakeholders regularly.

●Executed the recruitment and oversees deployment processing of over 360 billet requirements annually in accordance with DIAI 1400.003, laws, regulations, and policies regarding deployments.

●Proactively initiated impactful dialogues with Special Operations Forces (SOF) and Combatant Command (COCOM) leaders, fostering collaborative exchanges that fuel the identification and refinement of current and future requirements.

●Collaborated daily with the full spectrum of DIA counterparts.

●Served as the first-line supervisor of personnel assigned to the DI Analytic deployment section to provide corrective strategies, input, and recommendations based on command initiatives.

U.S. Army

Maintenance Program Manager, Washington DC OCT 2017 – AUG 2020

●Managed four geographically separated maintenance facilities valued in excess of $60M.

●Managed all aspects of a multi-discipline field and sustainment maintenance program encompassing military standard, commercial and special communications, electronics devices with an annual budget of $1.2M.

●Routinely interfaced with commercial vendors, Service Labs, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers, engineers, IT, Security, and other stakeholders.

●Supervised 18 personnel engaged in analysis, evaluation, testing, investigation, maintenance, inspection, installation and certification of leading-edge communication devices, vehicles and weapons.

●Provided oversight of operational tests and evaluations of communications systems and makes decisions on the trade-offs among system capabilities, costs and schedules.

●Oversaw the generation of technical data, cost-benefit estimates and resource management information.

●Served as a Special Program Manager and coordinated user requirements with commercial vendors and service labs and authored statements of work providing technical specifications to military contracting offices required to procure and maintain specialized communications electronics, vehicles, and weapons.

●Managed a $2M renovation project on the vehicle maintenance facility that resulted in the construction of a state-of-the-art facility and significant increases in vehicle maintenance and integration capabilities.

●Authored standard operating procedures SOP and policies that consolidated electronic, vehicle and weapon maintenance into one functional section; received commendable ratings during inspections.

●Modified maintenance management database by creating more pertinent reports and automating manual reporting processes saving 23-man hours of work per week.

●Briefed senior-level managers weekly concerning communications, training, and logistics initiatives; provided presentations, plans, procedures, and solutions to capabilities and Unit effectiveness.

●Instrumental in the design and construction of Night Vision Device helmet mounts that resulted in a new non-standard mount meeting all requirements without damaging the helmet; saved $100K in replacement cost.

●Developed training and certification programs for electronics technicians, mechanics and gunsmiths that increased the capability for in-house repair of critical items; saved $150K in repair contract costs.

●Significant contributor to long-range planning for resources, equipment, facilities and personnel; ensured the maintenance program was properly funded, manned and equipped to include funding for construction of a new consolidated maintenance facility.

U.S. Army

Acquisitions Staff Officer, Requirements Manager, Washington, DC NOV 2015 - NOV 2017

●Managed all aspects of requirements and acquisition for the Mission Command Networks and Systems (MCNS) commodity area for a premier D.O.D. organization with annual communication expenditures in excess $15 million in investment dollars.

●Worked with building engineers, security, and customer on requirements for new facility construction to include access control systems, intrusion detection systems for SCIF access and quality assurance based off design drawings, equipment specifications, and deliverables.

●Proactively explored the forefront of communication and networking technology, including immersive vendor trade shows and dynamic demonstrations. By deeply engaging with customer needs, this journey paved the way for integrating cutting-edge solutions that not only elevated our technological prowess but also resonated strongly with our customers' aspirations.

●Created and tracked the status of tasking messages used to purchase equipment based on the customers’ requirements.

●Worked with communications and network engineers to ensure that all customer requirements based on functionality, maintenance, repair, and sustainment were being achieved.

●Led the effort to establish 6 critically important foundational requirements documents to fully document the unit’s communication requirements, funding, and authorizations. Resulted in validation at the MACOM level of the unit’s requirements and led to the successful execution of over $30 million dollar in acquisitions and projects to modernize the unit’s communication infrastructure.

●Spearheaded spend plan development across multiple fiscal years for all communications infrastructure and tactical communications. Resulted in a comprehensive modernization plan for communications and provided a significant increase in capability to the organization.

●Devised holistic lifecycle and upgrade strategies for intricate system architectures, spanning diverse networks and geographical locations. Simultaneously, provided cross-departmental advisement to align product lifecycles, ensuring optimal outcomes from inception to end-of-life (EOL) while meeting market demands and core business objectives.

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U. S. Army

Electronic Maintenance Program Manager; Washington DC NOV 2012 – NOV 2015

●Managed a multi-discipline, depot-level maintenance program that encompassed military/commercial telecommunications, encryption devices, and visual augmentation devices.

●Advised and assisted with the voice of the customer in new product development, design specifications, and prioritization of projects within assigned categories. Participates in overall R&D prioritization discussions.

●Supervised six electronic technicians engaged in testing, evaluation, investigation, maintenance, inspection, installation, integration, life cycle replacement, and certification of a wide variety of command and control communications equipment and night vision devices.

●Directed and was the subject matter expert for highly technical and administrative life cycle programs that involved cost-benefit analysis, technical testing, operational assessment, human resource management, and the development of statements of work to execute the integration of complex command and control communication systems.

●Project manager that coordinated directly with users, vendors, service labs and other federal agencies and performed cost-benefit analysis, provided technical specifications, served as the subject matter expert and developed statements of work that ensured military and commercial command and control communications systems met all user requirements.

●Deployed to OCONUS locations for communications support; lauded by the Command for 100% equipment readiness and flawless support to a secure tactical operations center.

●Managed the electronic maintenance facility ensuring efficient, effective, and safe operations, processes, and workflow; procured safety equipment, furnishings, test equipment, parts, and tools according to safety and environmental regulations.

U. S. ARMY

Electronic Technician/Project Manager; Washington DC JUN 2008 – NOV 2012

●Managed life cycle replacement project for handheld radio systems; new radios increased range and assured 100% communication reliability across 400 square miles and reduced cost by $80K annually.

●Planned and executed the first-ever deployed maintenance program; providing electronics maintenance and telecommunications support to real-world GWOT operations and organizational training exercises.

●Developed and oversaw the implementation of Night Vision Device Preventive Maintenance Standard Operating Procedures that eliminated 1000 delinquent services backlogs in 6 months and increased equipment availability by 45%.

●Instituted sweeping changes to the calibration program; commended by Commander for reducing delinquent items from 40% to zero in less than two months.

●Supervised the installation of network capable microwave transmitters that extended network communications of 50kms in support of critical communications requirements; provided network communication capabilities in previously unreachable austere environments.

EDUCATION and TRAINING

Bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship: American Military University (2020)

Associates Degree in Intelligence Operations: Cochise Community College, Sierra Vista, AZ (2013)

Associates Degree in Electronics Technology: Cochise Community College, Sierra Vista, AZ (2011)

Capability Development Course: (2015)

Battle Staff: (2014)

Senior Leaders Course: (2011)

PMP Exam Prep Boot camp: Global Knowledge, Raleigh, NC (2010)

33W Military Intelligence Equipment Maintainer Integrator Training: U.S. Army, Ft. Huachuca, AZ (2006)

31U Signal Support Systems Specialist Training: U. S. Army, Ft. Gordon, GA (2000)

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

Master of Communications Technology, National Radio Examiners (NRE) (2011); Cert# 00032948

General Radiotelephone Operator / GMDSS Radio Maintainer’s License, (FCC) (2011); FRN# 001*******

Certified Electronics Technician, International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) (2011); Cert# W0684184

NRA Instructor, Pistol (2025), Rifle (2025), Shotgun (2025), Chief Range Safety Officer (2025)

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