Kathleen Marion D’Aurora

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Leonardtown, MD Cell: 301-***-****

adq42p@r.postjobfree.com

Education

BS Electrical Engineering Pennsylvania State University 1988

MS Engineering Management Florida Institute of Technology 1996

Advanced Program Management Course Defense Systems Management College 1997

Senior Executive Management Development Program Naval Air Systems Command 2000

Project Management Tools Defense Acquisition University 2001

Recent studies. Microsoft Access, Microsoft Sharepoint (Udemy)

Tax Preparer /Bookkeeper 2010-Current

Bookkeeping by Blanche (Formerly HR Block Associate) / HR Block Leonardtown, MD / Hollywood, MD

I have prepared and filed personal, partnership, corporate, and personal property tax returns since 2010. I also perform various bookkeeping duties as required throughout the year. HR Block did a complete revamp of their software while there and in 2016 we transitioned to Bookkeeping By Balance which utilizes Drake software. As a tax preparer it is my responsibility to communicate the intricacies of an individual’s tax return to the client. Often clients are unaware of the nuances of the tax code and need to be led to an understanding of the material, so they have confidence in the product and sign the return.

Teacher 2012-Present

College of Southern Maryland (CSM) / Homeschool Leonardtown, MD

Homeschooled 2 children who are currently in 12th grade. They are now able to take dual enrollment classes through CSM. Through CSM I taught Intermediate Algebra, College Algebra, and Mathematical Foundations originally utilizing Blackboard software for class communication, material presented access, and grading and transitioning to MyLearning. I also utilized the IPad to present material through projection so I could face the class while teaching and post notes immediately following.

Program Analyst 2012

EMSystems, Leonardtown, MD

Edited documentation and created presentations and spreadsheets for use in Naval Air System Command JPALS program.

Deputy Program Manager – (16 hrs week / Deputy for Operations) Jan 2003 – Jan 2004

Naval Air System Command, PMA251 – IPT Building, Patuxent River, MD 20670

Completely revamped the Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) Program Operating Guide, adding processes, external relationships, and more. Revamped Tier II Charters for nine Tier II teams. Established a spreadsheet detailing three years of all ALRE budgets (OM&N, RDT&E, OPN, SCN, Other) differentiating between work years and materials, travel, etc. to determine future staffing requirements. Responsible for collocating and condensing all Tier II weekly input for easy reference and developing the Weekly Activity Report (WAR) for submittal to AIR 1.0 staff.

Deputy Program Manager – (16 hrs week / no title) Apr 2001 – Oct 2001

Naval Air System Command, AIR 1.0 – IPT Building, Patuxent River, MD 20670

Successfully completed the construction and development of a comprehensive list of “Required” developmental objectives for all Naval Air Systems Command Program Managers and list various courses, on the job training, and developmental assignments that meet those objectives. Took and evaluated courses for recommendation purposes. Participated in the evaluation of the Advanced Program Management Course (PMT250) being developed by the Defense Acquisition University.

Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems Program Office, Deputy Program Manager (June 1996 – March 2000)

Naval Air Systems Command, PMA213, Villa Road – Bldg 8271, St. Inigoes, MD 20684

Deputy Program Manager – CVN 77/CVNX ATC&LS Program Manager (Jan 2000 – Mar 2000)

As the CVN 77/CVNX ATC&LS Program Manager I was responsible for the integration of all ATC&LS as well as Combat Identification products into the future carriers. New integrated radars, networks, and, communication systems were being developed. Special requirements and design features for our requirements had to be integrated into the overall program. Contracts for trade studies were initiated.

Deputy Program Manager - Ship Systems Program Manager Supervisor (Oct 1999 – Dec 1999)

As the Program Manager Supervisor for Ship Systems I supervised 5 program managers who continued the efforts described below in my previous two positions.

Deputy Program Manager - Joint Precision Approach and Landing Systems (June 1997 - Oct 1999)

As the Navy’s Project Manager for the Joint Precision Approach and Landing Systems (JPALS) Program, I lead the Navy’s team in the initial development for marketing, scheduling, costing, team recruitment, multi-service negotiations, collaborating a Single Acquisition Management Plan, and work breakdown structure definition. Our team comprised all facets of acquisition including: contracting, logistics, engineering, testing, training, costing, and program management. This program, over its expected 20-year life cycle, is a 3 billion dollar effort. I managed this effort in the Milestone 0 phase into a psudo - Milestone I phase which was approximately 7 million dollars of effort. During this time I marketed and received permission to add 2 additional program managers for the Navy on site at the Air Force program office.

I managed the Navy Unique portion of the JPALS and participated in the development of the ORD, AoA, CARD, and lead the Navy portion of the Single Acquisition Management Plan (SAMP). JPALS is planned for all Navy aircraft affecting avionics such as GPS, INS, and Datalinks and all air capable ships. JPALS started PDRR like activities in a prolonged Phase 0 with approval from the OIPT. This prolonged Phase 0 was just one of the JPALS forefront acquisition reform initiatives. One of my accomplishments was the tri-service approval of the SAMP. To acquire AIR 1.0 signature coordination included approval from 1.0, PEO(T), 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, and 7.0.

Deputy Program Manager – Full Time Student Defense Acquisition University (May 1997 - Jun 1997)

Deputy Program Manager – PALS and SATC (June 1996 - Apr 1997)

As the Navy’s Project Manager for Precision Approach and Landing System (PALS) and Ship Air Traffic Control System (SATC) I was responsible for the maintaining of ship radar systems which comprised of developing improvements including the costing, marketing, securing and defending funding, designing, scheduling, contracting, installing, training, etc. of approx. 20 various upgrades.

As the Deputy Program Manager for PALS and SATC I was in constant communication with our requirements officer to respond to fleet requirements. I was responsible for developing program plans based on fleet input. I developed issue sheets, planed acquisition strategies, and controlled the execution of those plans through interaction with contractors, other program managers, and field activities. I was instrumental in creating new procedures to improve funding document, budget submittal, and funds tracking processes.

I was responsible for the planning and execution of 11 various funding lines over 20M. Throughout the year I responded to marks, presented programs to NAVCOMP and Congressional inquires, responded to sponsor request, coordinated with various PMS managers to schedule installations, coordinate through the fleet for schedule and requirements changes, initiate and track progress of contracts.

Electrical Engineer – Flight Test Engineer (Feb 1989 – May 1996)

Naval Air Warfare Center, Combat Identification Section / Dynamic Interface Department, Patuxent River, MD 20670

As a Navy flight test engineer I managed test projects including costing, marketing, coordinating, developing work breakdown structures, tracking funds, reporting progress, collecting and analyzing data, and writing the final reports. Many test projects included involvement with contracts at various levels.

I served as PMA-251’s representative, coordinating field activity, USA, USAF, USCG, and MSC input, organized information, and reported to the Shipboard Certification PAT. Successfully completed a DI test in three months from request to product by soliciting the efforts of USS NASHVILLE, MA-42 Det B, Oceana and Pax River SAR, and NAVRWAIRTESTRON. Developed a new customer, NAVSEA 03R3, by contacting, marketing, developing Statement of Work, and developing a team from across the competencies. Represented Navy Test Team on the MK XV tri-service program and successfully coordinated F/A-18 integration/test efforts. Briefed NAVAIRSYSCOM, on shipboard helicopter issues concerning the Haitian Invasion and the K-Max helicopter demonstration and initiated a PAT on Joint Shipboard Certification.

Expanded/modernized a ship hardware deliverable database for PMA251. Controlled over 100 contract deliverable distributions and review progress. Developed a five year $10M cost estimate for SMATCALS. Developed with the management Analysts methods to successfully track funding verses progress to control efforts. Managed the Enhanced JTIDS System Exerciser including the coordination of shelter construction, equipment upkeep, and repairs. Developed new procedures to expedite equipment repair and workarounds.

Volunteer Jan 2004 – Present

In addition to caring for our home and three children I have volunteered my time and talents to the community. Some of those projects include creating at least 4 different web sites. Help Mother Catherine School upgrade their wi-fi and studied and made suggestions for technology upgrades. I served as a board member for 3 years for the Chesapeake Bay Aquatic Club (CBAC) as the membership chair and team records and entries chair. I investigated web options for CBAC, presented those options to the board, and transferred the swimmers data. I was a certified U.S. Swim Stroke and Turn Official (4 years). Certification involves passing written exams, apprenticing, practical evaluation and ongoing classes and participation. During 2008-2009 I assisted the 5th grade math class and hosted a Bible study that corresponded to school’s curriculum. I also lector for our church.

Additional Information:

Involved in the formulation of the PMI Southern Maryland Chapter 1999-2000

Created and presented an overview of Project Management to PMISoMD 2000

Served as Co-VP of Communications for PMISoMD 2000-2001

DoD DIWIA Level III certified in Program Management, Systems Engineering, Test and Evaluation

School Addresses:

Pennsylvania State University

Office of the University Registrar

University Park, Pennsylvania 16802

Florida Institute of Technology

Office of the Registrar

150 West University Blvd.

Melbourne, Florida 32901

Naval Aviation Executive Institute

Senior Executive Management Development Program

Patuxent River, Maryland 20670

Defense Systems Management College

Defense Acquisition University

Fort Belvoir, Virginia 22060

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