Air Force Industrial Engineer

Dr. Robert J. Batiste

***** ******** ****, ****** ******, CA 92555 • 951-***-**** or 951-***-**** • ******@***.***

OBJECTIVE

Retired United States Air Force management engineer and consultant, award-winning industrial engineer, educator, researcher (qualitative and quantitative), data scientist, and statistician with over 20 years’ relevant experience seeks position in quality/industrial relations, education, research, or writing (technical or academic) in the fields of personnel, data science, science, industrial engineering, business, facilities, or aerospace defense.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Desired salary/wage: Negotiable

Current career level: Technical manager, scientist, and associate professor

Date of availability: Flexible

Security clearance: Top Secret (inactive since 1988); Secret (inactive since 2012)

Personal: Married; in good health; own home but will relocate for the right opportunity

EMPLOYMENT

Current employment

1998 to present [concurrent adjunct]

Assistant professor, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University

Teach Management science, statistics, strategic management, marketing, and organizational behavior.

Manage student examinations

Coordinate class curricula

Coordinate simulation courses

Facilitate research programs and operations

Researcher (applied)

Facilities Engineer (contract position)

Aerotek, Riverside, CA January 2016–January 2018

Developed a 400-page research report on pollution control and employee health, which was very well received and implemented. The outcome helped reduce pollution and increase employee health. Outstanding results achieved!

Conducted an analysis on various electrical systems (turnstiles, card readers, and access control elements) to resolve issues and effect results. Achieved the desired objectives for the systems and improved the assets.

Conducted layout studies to improve efficiencies for the strategic, tactical, and operational elements of several organizations. Influenced operations and reduced associated wastage.

Air pollution control and process safety:

oConducted rule-specific inspections of permitted sources of air pollution to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

oMade recommendations to management on the conditions of dust collectors (dry and wet), ducts, grinders, flash booths, spray booths, paint booths, spencer vacuums, and downflow tables.

oConducted assessments of the process safety culture and organizational reliability.

oConducted prestart-up safety reviews (PSSRs).

oStudied the operating and maintenance practices in the plant.

oEvaluated the safety features in the process design and control systems.

oCoordinated annual preventive maintenance (PM) inspections for dust collectors (dry and wet).

oCoordinated quarterly inspections of dust (aluminum and titanium) per OSHA 1910.119 and NFPA 652 and 654 to determine their explosiveness.

oCollected and recorded samples of dust particles and sent these to designated (DEKRA) labs for testing and process recommendations.

oSearched for ways to eliminate dust, smoke, fumes, and odors from grinding, sanding, deburring, welding, and other hot work operations.

oCoordinated the collection of water samples according to protocol.

oCoordinated the maintenance of pollution control and monitoring equipment.

oProvided advice and guidance on the storage, use, and preventive measures for pollutants.

oWore personal protective equipment (PPE) and gained an understanding of the personal protective equipment required for job tasks.

oOrganized the pickup and delivery of various waste types (aluminum and titanium fines).

oDeveloped and conducted routine meetings with personnel to collaborate on reports, issues, and safety requirements.

Provided site safety training for new employees on fall protection and the cardinal rules for lockout/tagout, arc flash and other electrical safety procedures, working at heights (including the use of ladders) and in confined spaces, safe driving on site, and machine guarding.

Data Scientist

Institution, USAF (WW) October 1978–January 1990

Led initiatives to build statistical models using historical data to predict manpower (and other resources) in multiple markets. Focused on analyzing factors affecting values and costs to markets:

oDeveloped prediction algorithms using advanced data mining algorithms to classify similar properties together to develop submarkets; each zip code was divided into submarkets using advanced data mining and statistical techniques.

oConducted data preparation and outlier detection using an MS SQL server. Also used Python, Excel, and the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software.

oCreated and presented executive dashboards and scorecards to demonstrate trends in the collected data using Excel and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) macros.

Furnished the executive leadership team with insights, analytics, reports, and recommendations to enable effective strategic planning across all business units, distribution channels, and product lines:

oDeveloped intricate algorithms based on deep-dive statistical analyses and predictive modeling to deepen relationships, strengthen longevity, and personalize interactions with customers.

oAnalyzed and processed complex data sets using advanced querying, visualization, and analytics tools.

oIdentified, measured, and recommended improvement strategies for key performance indicators (KPIs) across all business units.

oGained knowledge of operational databases, MapReduce fundamentals, Hadoop, data warehouses, and text analytics for unstructured data.

Statistician

United States Air Force, MARB December 2001–August 2004

Designed sampling plans and assisted in the identification of population elements.

Evaluated population elements and workload items.

Used simple to complex sampling processes and methodologies to assist other United States Air Force civilian and military members in assessing their audits, research methodologies, and collected data. This research was conducted in qualitative and quantitative modes. The results were positive, substantive, and supported decision-making.

Using management consulting techniques, improved operations, and unit procedures.

Conducted statistical survey designs.

Conducted quantitative management assessments. The results were validated and used to improve model development.

Conducted studies to design organizations. The results were better structures and rapid decision-making.

Engineering Project Manager

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA): December 1996–December 2001

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business

Technology Transfer (STTR), Location

Under the general direction of the sponsored research administrator:

oManaged and encouraged technology transfer activities and intellectual property issues relating to scientific discoveries and inventions.

oAdvised and educated the campus community regarding relevant intellectual property and technology transfer issues, including the development and interpretation of policy.

oRepresented the university’s interests in intellectual property and technology transfer to external organizations.

Managed, encouraged, and supported the development, disclosure, and protection of the university’s intellectual property:

oReviewed proposals, ensured adequate documentation and compliance with federal laws and policies related to intellectual property, managed technology transfers, submitted applications for patents, etc.

oNegotiated ownership issues between co-investigators.

oNegotiated cooperative agreements, license fees, royalties, etc. for technology transfers

oDeveloped research partnerships to commercialize research results.

oWielded collaborative “Power of Attorney” in intellectual property matters for the site.

Identified technologies best commercialized by a university spin-out company, provided leadership and oversight for such development, and collaborated with appropriate organizations to provide support.

Assisted the faculty and staff in establishing collaborative relationships with industry, including the acquisition of industrial grants and contracts, and supported these efforts through meetings with faculty about their research, the identification of external entities with interests in the faculty research areas, and the development of research partnerships.

Developed and maintained strong working relationships with departments, colleges, and research centers to disseminate information regarding technology transfers and intellectual property; made presentations to trustees and legislators, as requested.

Monitored and advised on the application of intellectual property policy and relevant federal regulations.

Developed, administered, and monitored office budget and major federal program budgets, as assigned.

Hired, trained, supervised, and evaluated staff, as assigned.

Collaborated with the university's sponsored research office on grant and contract administration, as needed.

Participated in institutional professional development and training.

Performed other related duties as assigned by the site director.

Processed technology transfers and achieved outstanding results!

Senior Industrial Engineer

Ingalls Shipbuilding, Pascagoula, Mississippi October 1990–December 1996

Optimized quality and production processes through keen data analysis and process design; significantly improved operations and provided the efficient resolution of production issues.

Identified opportunities for honing safety standards and maximizing return on investment.

Completed projects accurately, on time, and within budget.

Implemented lean manufacturing principles, supply chain management techniques, the just-in-time (JIT) methodology, the 5S and Kaizen cost reduction and avoidance approaches, and statistical process control (SPSC) methods, and redesigned processes.

Resolved issues at all levels of the organization. Industrial engineering assignments included office systems and methods, plant layout, production methods, and cost studies:

oCompleted a productivity improvement study in a superb manner.

oDesigned, implemented, and managed a “suggestion program.” Improved operations by implementing quality suggestions obtained via the program.

oManaged time studies and work sampling initiatives—achieved outstanding results for organizations under review. Used these results to make predictions for operations and resource loadings.

oConducted studies to improve work methods and reduce organizational disarray and mission creep.

oConducted audits of complete systems from top-down to bottom-up. Achieved the required structure for efficient organizations.

Managed computer resources for four years, including hardware and software.

oDeveloped databases to track events and operations.

oUsed the data to develop regression models to support strategic thinking and improved operations.

Staff Management Engineer

United States Air Force, WW September 1978–January 1990

Managed resources (manpower, materials, space, time, technology, and capital), which was akin to monitoring a complete village (town) as the Air Force village included all elements necessary to be self-sustaining.

Conducted an efficiency study of cafeteria operations to minimize the annual six-figure losses. Major reductions in losses were brought to a manageable level.

Coordinated and directed the relocation of the industrial engineering department, which involved working with construction engineers, planning, and operations to time move sequences to eliminate work interruption. Completed the move precisely on schedule.

Moved to the management engineering division and was promoted to department head of other management engineers. Supervised three different sections with 20 personnel whose functions were manpower standards (statistics and advanced mathematics) development, job and organization assessment, operational audits, and consulting.

Due to disorganization in the management engineering department following the transfer of the previous department head: (Det 4, 6004 MES ROK)

oStreamlined operations.

oHandled increased workload from production increases with the same workforce.

oBoosted morale.

oReceived a pin-on medal from a four-star General for this effort.

The move included supervising:

oOrganizational assessments

oStatistical data collection

oConsulting studies

oModel development and management development

Senior Professor (Instructor)

Management Engineering Agency Training Branch, KAFB August 1988–January 1990

Selected to head the agency (Management Engineering Agency Training Branch).

Used management techniques to instruct:

oModel development for over 40 different career areas within the Department of Defense

oThe development of simulation models

oThe management of manpower elements

oJob development (evaluated position descriptions)

oResource manager opportunities

Inflight Shutdown and Jet Engine Systems Specialist

Institution, Location, WW October 1968–August 1978

Achieved results (52%) by evaluating systems and making recommendations on all jet engine systems—all suggestions were received and implemented by staff and operators.

Managed the program (42%) systems for complete quality assessments (zero defects, lean manufacturing, inspections, test plans, standards), and statistical acceptance elements:

oPrepared work instructions and procedures for operations and all elements of the organization.

oFacilitated investigations, identified quality problems, and eliminated causes.

oImplemented initiatives and conducted follow-up tests to evaluate the outcomes.

Created statistical models to access the results of historical data and their utility. In all cases, made recommendations to implement solutions to target areas of the organization.

Resolved issues to improve the procedures for evaluations, process capabilities, process control plans, and the statistical data analyses of control elements. Instrumental in the improvement of all areas of product improvement and new product development.

Gained international experience:

oThailand: three years

oJapan: three years

oSouth Korea: five years

oCanada: two years [Plattsburgh AFB, NY]

oVietnam: One term at the HuTech University of Technology in Saigon

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Undergraduate and Graduate Statistics

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Biloxi, Mississippi March 1998–present

Teach undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral level students as an adjunct faculty member.

Teach statistics, quantitative studies, information systems, organization, management, and operations research and management science.

Management Quantitative Studies

Brandman University, Irvine, California September 2010–September 2016

Taught undergraduate-, graduate-, and doctoral-level students as an adjunct faculty member.

Taught statistics, business, research, and operations.

Was a doctoral mentor.

Statistics and Economics

University of Southern Mississippi, Long Beach, August 1989–September 1990

Mississippi

Taught statistics, management, and operations.

Industrial and Management Engineering

College of the Air Force, Montgomery, Alabama August 1988–November 1990

Taught statistics, industrial engineering, project management, operations research, organizational analysis, resource management, mathematics for statistics (mathematics from basic to intermediate algebra).

English as a Second Language (conversation English)

Goldstar Electronics, Seoul, South Korea August 1987–August 1988

Taught English to engineers and scientists.

Business and Management

Central Texas College, Killeen, Texas August 1987–August 1988

Taught business, statistics, systems, and management.

PUBLICATIONS

Batiste, R. J. (ongoing). Research on statistics and data analysis.

Batiste, R. J. (ongoing). Research on the benefits of strategic decision-making.

Batiste, R. J. (ongoing). Research to revise the text of Multi-Actor versus Single Actor Consulting.

Batiste, R. J. (ongoing). Research on Elements of Industrial Engineering.

Batiste, R. J. (2015). Multi-Actor versus Single Actor Consulting, Scholars’ Press, available on Amazon.com.

Batiste, R. J. (2007). Multi Actor vs Single Actor Consulting, Publisher, available on Amazon.com.

Batiste, R. J. (1990). Work Measurement, United States Air Force Institute, Gunter Air Force Base, Alabama.

Batiste, R. J. (1990). Foundations of Management Engineering, United States Air Force Institute, Gunter Air Force Base, Alabama.

Batiste, R. J. (1990). Manpower and Organization, United States Air Force Institute, Gunter Air Force Base, Alabama.

Batiste, R. J. (1990). Manpower Data Systems, United States Air Force Institute, Gunter Air Force Base, Alabama.

EDUCATION

Doctor of Philosophy, Organization Management 2008

Capella University, Online

Dissertation: Multi Actor vs Single Actor Consulting

Professional Development, Management and Statistics 2005

Capella University, Online

Program: Research and Statistics

Professional Development, industrial engineering 1999

Lasalle University/NASA, remote and onsite (Stennis Space Center)

Dissertation: Elements of industrial engineering

Master of Arts, Procurement and Material Management 1986

Webster University, Webster Groves, Missouri

Thesis: Organizational effectiveness (evaluating organizations)

Master of Science, Systems Management 1988

University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California

Thesis: Quantitative Analysis of Information Systems

Professional Development, Management Engineering 1981

College of the Air Force, Montgomery, Alabama

Projects: Management Advisory Studies for United States Air Force Organizations

Bachelor of Science, Business; Industrial Engineering Technology 1983

University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland

Diploma, Electronics 1977

Los Angeles College, Los Angeles, California

Projects: Circuit design and analysis; designed and assembled a multi-tester

Diploma, Management Engineering 1978

College of the Air Force, Montgomery, Alabama

Projects: Developed and implemented organization and systems design for United States Air Force organizational elements

Diploma, Resource Management 1981

College of the Air Force, Montgomery, Alabama

Projects:

oDesigned and lead an organization study to determine the organizational resource requirements for managing and operating elements of the organization.

oPerformed operations research for Aircraft Management to determine the number of people required to produce the required output (15 engines per month), which included hypothesis testing, evaluating sample results, and developing engineering models (under the rational system) from the population of historical data.

Diploma, Toxicology 1976

University of Wisconsin–Madison, Madison, Wisconsin

Projects: Inorganic poisons, organic poisons, and poisoning, and diagnosis and treatment

Diploma, Propulsion Systems 1968

College of the Force, Montgomery, Alabama

Propulsion Systems Maintenance and Management

Certificate, Hazard Recognition for General Industry 2014

USC San Diego (America Safety Council), San Diego, California

30-Hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazard Recognition Training for General Industry

Various company courses 2016-2018

Statistics, industrial engineering, conference leadership, reliability, human relations, and work measurement

Design CAD, Calculus (review), real analysis, big data, reliability, and operations

OSHA Managers Safety Course

OSHA Safety Training

OSHA 30-Hour Training Course for Construction and General Industry

OSHA Fall Protection Certificate

OSHA Lockout/Tagout Certificate

OSHA Machine Guarding Certificate OSHA Electrical for Construction Certificate

ACHIEVEMENTS

Achieved an above-average GPA (3.61) for all college- and university-level coursework.

Achieved outstanding results in the United States Air Force for management engineering studies:

oData processing information technology—saved over $9 million.

oPilot and operations—saved over $45 million.

oProcess improvement initiatives—saved over $50 million.

oAircraft maintenance studies—saved over $10 million.

Exceptional results at Ingalls Shipbuilding for industrial engineering:

oIn-house productivity improvements—saved over $3 million.

oProductivity improvement in the shipyard—saved over $30 million.

NASA awards for outstanding performance—received three awards in five years.

US certificate holder in electronics, propulsion systems, and toxicology.

Recognized in Who’s Who in the World.

Recognized in Who’s Who in Business and Finance .

COMPUTER SKILLS

MS Office tool suite and database management, including Excel, Power Point, Word, and Access

Python [Knowledge]

SPSS

Hadoop [Knowledge]

MapReduce [Knowledge]

Fortran (course completed)

Pascal (course completed)

Object database programming (course completed)

Basic Design CAD and blueprints (understanding)

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