Systems Engineer Senior

Byron Johnson

Address: **** ******* *****, **** *****, Texas, 76244

Cp: 682-***-**** email: *.**********@*****.***

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Objective

Results-oriented F-35 Senior Systems Engineer with over 15 years of experience in aircraft sustainment, program management, and team leadership within military and government programs. Expert in leveraging Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and executive communications to optimize fleet readiness and operational efficiency. Seeking the Field Sales Support Systems Engineering Manager role at Lockheed Martin to drive F-35 Global Fleet success through technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration. Professional Experience

F-35 Senior Systems Engineer – Agile Scrum Master

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, Fort Worth, TX

September 2020 – December 2024

• Led a team of engineers and contractors to enhance F-35 sustainment and reduce costs, improving weapons system availability by 15% using EVMS and materials management strategies.

• Directed cross-functional Scrum teams, aligning product vision and prioritizing requirements, managing budgets exceeding $5M, and optimizing resource sustainability.

• Delivered executive briefings to stakeholders, integrating EVMS insights and sustainment successes to secure strategic approvals and enhance fleet readiness.

• Served as Subject Matter Expert on landing gear, arresting systems, and hydraulics, boosting reliability and maintainability through technical leadership. Fleet Program Management

United States Air Force, Fort Worth, TX

January 2015 – December 2020

• Managed lifecycle logistics for 186 F-22 aircraft, serving as the primary liaison between government and contractors, using EVMS for cost/schedule control and materials optimization.

• Briefed General Officers on fleet readiness and maintenance strategies, leveraging EVMS data to drive a 10% improvement in aircraft availability.

• Resolved sustainment challenges through technical investigations, optimizing lifecycle costs with energy-efficient materials planning.

• Coordinated field teams and engineering change proposals, enhancing fleet performance across multi-company and country teams. Byron Johnson

Address: 4829 Cliburn Drive, Fort Worth, Texas, 76244 Cp: 682-***-**** email: *.**********@*****.***

Program Management – Aircraft Flight Generation

United States Air Force, Nellis Air Force Base, NV January 2013 – December 2015

• Supervised maintenance for two flying squadrons, increasing aircraft availability by 20% through EVMS-guided resource planning and predictive analysis.

• Managed depot schedules and software upgrades, ensuring system reliability with a focus on energy-efficient operations.

• Led teams in modification efforts, coordinating personnel and resources to meet mission demands under tight timelines.

Quality Assurance & Control / Mass Properties

United States Air Force, Nellis Air Force Base, NV January 2009 – December 2012

• Directed quality assurance for F-22/F-35 programs, enforcing standards and improving system performance by 12% using EVMS and materials efficiency trends.

• Conducted root cause analyses and implemented corrective actions, enhancing safety and reliability.

• Managed the Maintenance Standardization and Evaluation Plan, driving process improvements across teams with EVMS and resource optimization. Education

Master of Science (M.S.), Engineering Leadership and Management University of Oklahoma Expected 2026

Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Aviation Management

Wilmington University 2020

Associate of Science (A.S.), Applied Science Aviation Maintenance Technology Community College of the Air Force 2011

Certifications

• Joint Service Senior Leadership Certificate Department of Defense

• FAA – Airframe & Powerplant License Federal Aviation Administration

• DAWIA – Life Cycle Logistics Certification – Level II Defense Acquisition University Byron Johnson

Address: 4829 Cliburn Drive, Fort Worth, Texas, 76244 Cp: 682-***-**** email: *.**********@*****.***

Skills

• Leadership & Team Management: Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage personnel, and foster accountability using Agile/Scrum and LEAN methodologies.

• Military/Government Programs: Extensive experience with F-22 and F-35 sustainment, lifecycle logistics, and government contractor coordination.

• Executive Communications: Skilled in delivering high-stakes briefings to General Officers and stakeholders, integrating EVMS and technical data.

• Earned Value Management System (EVMS): Expertise in cost/schedule control, performance tracking, and resource optimization.

• Risk Management & Technical Problem Resolution: Strong background in resolving sustainment challenges and implementing corrective actions.

• Customer Relationship Management: Built trusted partnerships with military and contractor stakeholders.

• Multi-Company/Country Teaming: Collaborated effectively with diverse, global teams on engineering and sustainment projects.

• Operational Maintenance/Engineering: Proficient in landing gear, hydraulics, and aircraft systems reliability.

• Tools/Methodologies: Jira, Confluence, SAP, Tableau, CATIA, Teamcenter, Scrum/Agile, LEAN, Model Based Engineering.

Additional Experience

• Fleet Maintenance Manager

• Aircraft Maintenance Craftsman

• Product Provisioning

• Sustainment Lifecycle Management

• Depot Partnering / Depot Activation

• Aircraft Mechanic / Weight and Balance Authority

• Test and Evaluation Project Engineer

• Military Customer Relations

• Product Improvement & Implementation

Additional Information

• Security Clearance: Active Secret: Date – August 2024

• Professional Affiliations: Retired U.S. Air Force – Noncommissioned Officer: Retired September 2020

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