Program Manager Operations

Alexandre Kolesnikov

**** ********* *****, ********, ** 77339

Phone: 512-***-****, Email: ******@*****.***

PROFILE

Seasoned Program and Operations Manager with 20+ years of leadership in the field of aviation maintenance, defense logistics, and international or domestic program execution for U.S. Government and commercial clients. Proven ability to lead multi-national teams in high-risk, austere environments. Adepts in program lifecycle management, quality assurance, depot/field-level maintenance, subcontractor oversight, and cross- functional leadership. Holds an active Secret Clearance and PMP certification. CORE COMPETENCIES

Program/Project Management

OCONUS/CONUS Operations

Aerospace & Defense Logistics

Depot & Field-Level Maintenance

Quality Management & Assurance

International Team Leadership

Technical Inspections & Compliance

Supply Chain & Material Control

Subcontractor Management

Customer & Government Relations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Program Manager

Tyonek Services Group, Inc. Madison, AL

Apr 2022 – Jul 2025

Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex, mission-critical programs aligned with company objectives. Managed daily operations and stakeholder communications. Maintained program compliance with schedule, budget, and performance goals. Communicated goals, scope, and schedules to internal teams and partners.

Monitored and controlled program execution and deliverables, including Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) and program documentation, quarterly Program Assessment Reports (PAR) and annual Contractor Performance Assessment Report (CPAR) responses.

Liaised with Contracting Officers (CO), CO representatives (COR), Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) representatives, and customer representatives to ensure program transparency.

Communicated goals, scope, and schedules to internal teams and partners. OCONUS Program Manager

Tyonek Services Group, Inc. Madison, AL

Jul 2020 – Mar 2022

Built and maintained strategic relationships with Multi-National Aviation Special Projects Office (MASPO) leadership and affiliated organizations. Managed Task Orders and subcontractors across multiple locations in the Middle East.

Directed site-based execution in Afghanistan and UAE.

Defined program objectives and ensured compliance with technical scopes and deliverables of awarded Task Orders.

Logistics Quality Representative

Leidos, Inc. Marlton, NJ

Jul 2019 – Jul 2020

Executed quality inspections for Mi-type helicopter components; coordinated logistics from vendors to Afghanistan.

Developed acceptance procedures per MASPO Letter of Instructions (LOI).

Monitored Government-Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP) alerts to mitigate counterfeit part risks.

Submitted DD250s and managed end-to-end logistics tracking. VP, Operations

Bhika, Inc. Huntsville, AL

Aug 2018 – May 2019

Established operational infrastructure, trade compliance systems (ITAR), and coordinated foreign OEM partnerships.

Implemented supply chain logistics processes and partnership strategies.

Ensured compliance with State Department licensing and registration requirements. Senior Program Manager

Black Hall Aerospace Huntsville, AL

Jan 2015 – Aug 2018

Led program execution in support of USG and commercial contracts in combat zones.

Achieved FAA-certified fielding of ballistic armor kits for S-61 aircraft in under 90 days’ period.

Supervised 250+ personnel in five Forward Operating Bases in Afghanistan.

Established Standard Operational Procedures and KPI-based performance metrics for Task Orders at hand.

OCONUS Program Manager

AAL-USA, Inc. Huntsville, AL

Oct 2012 – Jan 2015

Directed multinational aviation teams for CLS and maintenance training in Afghanistan.

Supported Operation Enduring Freedom and Resolute Support.

Supervised 200+ personnel and managed TCN workforces. MRO Facility Program Manager

AAL-Group, Ltd. Sharjah, UAE

Jan 2012 – Oct 2012

Managed overhaul and logistics for Mi-type helicopters.

Led inspection, transport, and delivery of overhauled aircraft back to Afghanistan.

Aligned processes with OEM directives and MRO facility policies. OCONUS Operations Manager – Mi-8/17

Vertical de Aviación USA, Ltd. Miami, FL

Oct 2010 – Dec 2011

Oversaw flight operations and airlift logistics in support of awarded Task Order in Afghanistan.

Managed 130+ flight and maintenance personnel.

Submitted SITREPs and ensured cargo delivery as per CONOPS requests. Engineering Program Manager

ID Sabre, LLC Ft. Lauderdale, FL

May 2006 – Oct 2010

Led design of air-deliverable sensors and surveillance systems.

Delivered custom military surveillance technology to Central/West Africa.

Supervised 30 engineers and coordinated with OEMs and defense customers. Director of Engineering

Telegauge Systems, LLC Austin, TX

Mar 2004 – May 2006

Directed training system development for mobile asset tracking and airborne exercises. Managed multinational projects involving airborne surveillance system upgrades. Senior Design Engineer, R&D

BAT Systems, Inc. Giddings, TX

Mar 1998 – Mar 2004

Developed UAVs, ground sensors, and integrated surveillance platforms.

Provided radar system consulting to DoD.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

BS, Electronics Engineering, Dnepropetrovsk Higher Military College of Air Defense, 1985.

PMP Certificate #1980201 PMI certified since 2016 (Valid through Feb 2029). CLEARANCE & LANGUAGES:

• Security Clearance: Secret (Active).

• Languages: English, Russian, Ukrainian.

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