Clifford Huss
Bennington, NE 68007
531-***-**** (W)
531-***-**** (C)
************@*****.***
Security Clearance
DOD TOP SECRET/SCI – Awarded 11Dec2018. Refreshed in March 2024.
Work Experience
2024-08 – Present – Constellation West Offutt AFB - Bellevue, Ne
Senior Change/Data Manager
Nate Gustin - Contract Lead
Description of duties:
- Data Management for the newly authored ontology program task. Stationed at STRATCOM at Offutt AFB. The military commands objectives regarding strategic planning of nuclear missions is the major focus. Responsibilities include providing hardware and software CM in addition to requirements analysis. Provide expertise for update and maintenance of the Configuration Management system and all data management documents. Knowledge of ITIL V3. Agile DevOPS software development environment. Experience with ITIL V3 and CMDB administration per EIA-649, MIL-HDBK-61 and DOD 5000.02, Cost and Schedule analysis, risk assessment, deficiency reporting, facilitate meetings to control and disposition new and changed CIs, and perform requirements analysis.
2024-04 – 2024-07 – L3Harris (90 Day Remote Contract) – Orlando, FL
Senior Configuration Management Analyst
Christian Lyday - Site Lead CM
Description of duties:
- Configuration Management and Requirements Analyst for L3Harris ALST Program. Contracted to set-up and administer CM/DM program for ALST. Knowledge of ITIL V3. Environments and duties included: Agile DevOPS software development environment, Experience implementing and conducting a Configuration Management program (CMDB) per EIA-649, MIL-HDBK-61 and DOD 5000.02, Acquisition and Procurement, Make/Buy category management, Cost and Schedule analysis, risk assessment, deficiency reporting, facilitated CCB meetings to control and disposition new and changed CIs, and perform requirements analysis. Applications and tools used: MS SharePoint, ServiceNow, Cost Point ERP, DOORS, MS Office.
2020-04-20 – 2024-04-21 – Raytheon Technologies Dallas, Tx
Senior System/Hardware Configuration Change Manager
Mike Rasmussen CM/DM Manager
Description of duties:
- Configuration Data Management (CDM) and Change Management of program documentation including drawings, part lists and specifications. Create and review TDP packages for delivery. Modeling of functional and non-functional requirements to aid system design utilizing Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). Worked within the CMDB Windchill/CREO Product Data Management (PDM) engineering application to assure correctly released documentation is available to all PDM/PLM users. Responsible for releasing and structuring of Bill of Materials and attachments to the most current gear parts in Windchill. Work with all PDM users to make sure that the latest drawing packages are available for procurement. Establish and maintain Configuration and Data Management (DM) plans and procedures. Perform Data Management and System/Hardware CM and DM tasks to ensure that the approved design meets the requirements and provides a cost-effective product for the customer.
- Data Manager for assuring that proper ITAR/EAR markings are affixed to all documentation used by suppliers to build Raytheon products. Create TDP packages which contain all documentation used by suppliers to build parts.
- Design and drawing checker for the latest standards and ITAR/EAR markings. Reviewed drawings, parts lists and specifications per current company and program standards. Review per contract requirements.
- Procurement Liaison with Engineering and Suppliers to troubleshoot any issues that arise during the procurement of all materials. Expedited TDP packages may be required for hot program builds to remain on schedule.
MS Office Suite, CostPoint ERP, SharePoint, Access Databases, Windchill PDM/PLM, CREO and CABS applications environment.
2018-04-16 – 2020-04-16 - KBR Wyle Bellevue, NE
Senior System Engineer – Configuration/Requirements Analyst
David Pierson Omaha Site Manager
Description of duties:
- Data Management for Requirements Analysis and Configuration/Change Management (CM) for the STRATCOM and AFLCMC at Offutt AFB). The military commands objectives regarding strategic planning of nuclear missions is the major focus. Responsibilities include providing hardware and software CM in addition to requirements analysis. Provide expertise for update and maintenance of the Configuration Management Plan and all CM related documents. Prepare Remedy 7.4 for transition to Remedy 9.X. Knowledge of ITIL V3. Agile DevOPS software development environment. Experience implementing and conducting a Configuration Management program (CMDB) per EIA-649, MIL-HDBK-61 and DOD 5000.02, Acquisition and Procurement, Make/Buy category management, Cost and Schedule analysis, risk assessment, deficiency reporting, facilitate CCB meetings to control and disposition new and changed CIs, and perform requirements analysis.
2017-03-25 – 2018-04-16 - Peraton Corporation (formerly Harris Corp Bellevue, NE)
Senior Configuration/Data Management Analyst.
Frank Bramhall Omaha Site Manager
Description of Duties:
- Project Manager for Configuration Management in Omaha performing system engineering; development of processes and procedures for creation of PowerPoint CM training package to train program team; design checker for mechanical engineering drawings and parts lists; created manufacturing routings and provided Logistics support and requirements planning; performed hardware/software CM, Data Management and Change Management for DOD programs. Controlled all documentation, standards, drawings, BOMs, data sheets, CRs. Held system and hardware CCB's; Controlled changes utilizing these (CMDB) program tools (Oracle Agile PDM/PLM, Sunflower, JIRA, Confluence, Crucible, MS SharePoint, CostPoint, Visio, ClearCase, ClearQuest). Experience with FCA/PCAs and validating documentation. Scheduled/delivered CDRLs.
- Data Manager for Asset Management Team to audit, inventory and tag all hardware configuration items (HWCIs) for the Air Force DMSP/NOAA Ground System throughout the United States. Recorded all results in a Sunflower database. Perform internal audits on hardware and software deliverable configuration items (CIs). Performed external PCA audits at (8) DMSP sites within the US and barcoded all CIs.
2000-10-01 - 2017-03-25 - Harris Corporation Melbourne, FL, Bellevue, NE
System & Hardware Configuration Data Management Engineer,
Henry Piper Manager, Frank Bramhall Manager
Description of Duties:
- Configuration/Data Project Manager (CM/DM) and System Engineer for the Global Weather (GOES-R) and DMSP/NOAA Ground System programs at a DOD manufacturing facility. Manager for (2) DM employees. CM/DM responsible for Configuration Control of all the System Specifications, COTS hardware & firmware, reviewed and controlled all drawings and parts lists from a PRO E and AutoCAD environment. Authored several program CM/DM plans along with their program processes and procedures. Supported roll-out of the (CMDB) Oracle Agile PDM/PLM in 2006 and assisted users with PDM related issues. Project implementation of the As-Built PDM module for the Apollo program.
- Hardware/System CM for ASTI (FAA Program in Alaska) from 1/2016 - 12/2016. Awarded a Public Trust Clearance. PDM/PLM Support, Oracle Agile PDM, Sunflower, JIRA, Confluence, Crucible. Utilize MIL-STD-31000, EIA-649B and ASME-Y14.100 Drawing Practices for writing CM Plans and processes.
- Organizational Change Management/Control Lead for CCB's and reviews by utilizing program software tools (Rational ClearCase, ClearQuest, Metasolv, MS SharePoint, MS Office Suite, Access Databases, ITIMS & Oracle Agile PLM/PDM). This change process is an ongoing evolution of technology, internal reviews of processes, crisis response, customer demand changes and adjustments to competitive pressures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure positive alignment with company initiatives. Facilitate change management while tracking and reporting issues. Reconcile conflicts
- Procurement Lead for all program parts, tracked Purchase Orders weekly and produced metrics, decided make/buy categories, worked with suppliers to improve efficiency by reducing discrepancies and lowering costs, interpreted FAR/DFAR/ITAR.
- Logistics Support Lead providing Logistics Support Analysis of all network equipment from the 4,400 FAA Site designs. Procurement and cost analysis, Authored CM documents for CMM/CMMI Level III objectives and ISO 9001 Certification by adhering to processes and collecting/archiving evidence.
1995-07-01 - 2000-10-01 - ITH Solutions Omaha, NE
Consulting Services and Recruiting Manager
Manager/Owner: Cliff Huss
- Recruiting Manager to source Engineers and Oracle IT personnel to work for Harris Corp and Fortune 500 companies. Recruited and contracted employees for DOD, Space & Intelligence Systems throughout the country. Negotiated employment contracts with client companies. Created a client and employee database from which employees were sourced. Used several on-line recruiting services to source candidates.
1993-06-01 - 1995-07-01 - Harris Corporation Melbourne, FL
Configuration, Data & Logistics Manager
Henry Piper ILS Manager
Description of Duties:
- Configuration/Change Manager for the NCIC 2000 (FBI Fingerprint) Program. Responsible for all Hardware and System CM functions for the program. Controlled the configuration of all the program hardware devices down to the LRU level. Reviewed and controlled all drawings and parts lists.
- Deputy Program Manager - Managed the Data Management department for the FBI NCIC 2000 Program. Supervised (3) hourly employees. Responsible for providing CDRL word processing and submittal to the FBI. Supervised the change and publishing of all System and Requirements Specifications from Initial Release through life-cycle changes.
- Logistics Support - Utilized the logistics system database to determine failure rates of COTS equipment and identified LRU level components and stocking levels. -Technical Writer for HWCM Process Definition SIP completed on 8/8/94. This SIP authored the CM Process Design - Division Guidebook.
- Technical Trainer for the division Configuration Management training class. Authored and trained the CM class for the ISD Division Guidebook.
1985-11-01 - 1993-06-01 - Harris Corporation Bellevue, NE
System Engineer / Configuration and Data Manager
Tom Mitchell CM Manager
Description of Duties:
- Configuration Change Manager for the Global Weather (GOES) and DMSP/NOAA Ground System programs and follow-on ECPs. Responsible for all Hardware CM and System CM functions and was chairman for all internal and external audits with the Air Force Contracting Office. Assisted with Software CM for the DMSP Ground System software that resided on Data General Mainframes. Teamed with System Engineering to write and request ECPs as well as Deviations and Waivers.
- System Engineer / Data Manager- Coordinated the drafting effort for many of the DMSP Ground System Programs and CSU. Manager for Data Management Center and IMOS Input Center in Omaha, NE. Supervised (6) hourly employees. Responsible for all Engineering IMOS inputs and CDRL submittals. Managed the initial release and revisions of the System Level Specifications, Requirements Documents and ICDs.
- Project Task Lead for hardware CM employees performing the System and Hardware Configuration Management for the DOD Air Force programs. Responsible for Configuration Control of all the System Specifications, COTS hardware, firmware, drawings, and parts lists. Performed and chaired all CCBs.
1975-09-01 – 1985-11-01 Valmont Industries Inc. Valley, NE
Design and Manufacturing Engineer
Mike Husen Design Engineering Manager
Description of Duties:
- 1975 to 1978 Mechanical Designer and Checker, Production/MRP Manager; 1978 to 1982 Logistics & Manufacturing/Industrial Engineer; 1982 to 1985 Fabrication and Welding department manager; Developed and implemented new / improved methods, processes and tooling designs; maintained the Work Measurement Program. Coordinated the scheduling and manufacturing of products in the fabrication and welding departments. Provided Production Control, manufacturing routings and MRP expertise for all manufactured products. Authored a Logistics plan to define a sparing philosophy.
Education
NW Iowa Community College, Mechanical Technology - 2YR Associate’s Degree 1973-1975
Certifications
ITIL v3
Six Sigma Green Belt
EXPERIENCE LIST
Project Management – 9YRs
Change Management – 25 YRs
System/HW Configuration Management Analyst – 25 YRs
Data Management – 25 Yrs
DOD Air Force, Navy, and FAA Contracts – 30 YRs
Hardware Mechanical Designer and Checker – 8 YRs
Industrial Engineer – 3 YRs
Manufacturing Engineer – 3 YRs
Manufacturing MRP/MRB/Routings in DOD - 20YRs
DOD O&M Air Force Tech Order Maintenance – 7 YRs
System Engineer – 8 YRs
Logistics Analyst – 7 YRs
Procurement – 7 YRs
PDM/PLM – 10 YRs Oracle Agile PDM and 3 YRs Windchill/CREO PDM
FCA/PCA Auditor – 10 YRS
EXIM STAMP System Engineer – 3 YRs
Atlassian Suite – Jira, Confluence, Crucible – 3 YRs
Drawings, Parts Lists, Specs, TDPs – 25 YRs
Standards: EIA-649B, ASME Y14.1, ITIL v3, Six Sigma Green Belt, ISO9001, CMMI
CM/SW Products: Clear Case/Quest, Sunflower, MS SharePoint, Cost Point ERP, Agile DevOps, DOORS, MS Office, CDRL/SDRL, CRs, ECPs, BOEs, CCBs, DIDs