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Vice President Proposal Development

Location:
Titusville, FL
Posted:
August 14, 2025

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John M. Carlile

**** ******* **.

Mims, FL *****

Cell 321-***-****

**********@*****.***

Objective Seeking a position utilizing my extensive knowledge in Prime Contracts and Subcontract Management/Procurement where my dedication and attention to detail will create opportunities for growth.

Summary of

Qualifications Offering over twenty-five years of experience and expertise in the following areas of

responsibility:

Prime Contracts Administration and Proposal development.

Extensive experience in Subcontracts/Procurement of Purchased Flight Hardware including Major Flight Subassemblies, Machined parts, Electronics, Raw Materials, Consumables, Services, Complex Construction, and Repairable/Rotable Depot Maintenance.

Experienced in Material Requirements Planning, JIT, Kanban, SPC, Ship to Use,

and re-order point systems.

Proficient in developing excellent relationships with suppliers and customers.

Demonstrated ability in contractor development, qualification, and management.

ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE

Work

Experience Tactical Air Support, Inc. – Cecil Field Jacksonville, Florida

02/21-Present

Technical Vice President, Senior Contracts / Subcontracts Manager

Responsible for Prime and International Contracts in support of FAR / DFAR governed Adversary Tactical Air Combat and Close Air Support Training for the United States Navy, Marines, Air Force, and international partners.

Responsible for Prime and International Contract proposal development in support of new and existing Adversarial Tactical Air Support.

Subject matter expert for International Import/Export Compliance and ITAR.

Primary interface for all contractual issues and contract performance with commercial and Government customers.

Analyze delivery and quality performance Conduct the preparation, administration, and management of government contracts.

Responsible for the negotiation and administration of agreements between the company/customers/subcontractors/vendors ensuring adherence to Company policies and procedures.

Manage, administer, and monitor contract performance and delivery schedules.

Oversee proposal preparation and contract negotiation.

Responsible for reviewing contract solicitation terms, handling contract award confirmations, interpreting agreement terms and conditions and identifying potential issues, reviewing agreement amendments / modifications and incorporating changes.

Review contractual documents to ensure adherence to company policy, government specifications and requirements and provide contractual advice, guidance and support to the contracts lead /program and operations management.

Mentor and provide guidance and direction to (and may manage) less-experienced contract administrators.

Manage the performance requirements and delivery schedules of multiple or complex contracts.

Assist in developing bid strategy and manage contract function for program bid proposals/bid protests.

Track contract performance and manage contract changes, modifications and REAs.

Review proposals and contract actions prior to signature or negotiation to ensure appropriate factors have been considered and all necessary information on contract risk mitigation has been gathered.

Draft/review NDAs, MOUs, MOAs, teaming, consultant and other agreements.

Ensure protection of Company interests and intellectual property during negotiations and fully document negotiation outcomes.

Develop list of prime contract flow-down clauses for inclusion in subcontract requests for quote/proposal.

Provide guidance on contract policies, procedures and other business and contractual or compliance matters affecting the Company and liaise with Group and Corporate staff as required.

Along with senior management team, develop and maintain effective business relationships with government, commercial, foreign and domestic customers.

Administer the contract by executing all change notices and preparing all correspondence to obtain extensions to the period of performance, provide additional funding requirements, and notify of change of key personnel and cost increases.

Coordinate contract closeouts and handle audits.

Provide adequate supervision and guidance to assigned staff and ensure they perform their duties properly and in a timely manner.

Develop specialized knowledge and skills related to formulation and performance of R&D contracts (e.g., CRADAs), grants, cooperative and cost sharing agreements.

Liaise with all departments to capture and facilitate the contract lifecycle from need identification, through drafting, negotiation, execution, performance, to completion and closeout.

Leonardo DRS – Network & Imaging Systems – Melbourne, Florida

04/20-02/21

Principle Contracts Administrator

Conduct the preparation, administration, and management of government contracts.

Responsible for the negotiation and administration of agreements between the company/customers/subcontractors/vendors ensuring adherence to Company policies and procedures.

Manage, administer, and monitor contract performance and delivery schedules.

Oversee proposal preparation and contract negotiation.

Responsible for reviewing contract solicitation terms, handling contract award confirmations, interpreting agreement terms and conditions and identifying potential issues, reviewing agreement amendments / modifications and incorporating changes.

Review contractual documents to ensure adherence to company policy, government specifications and requirements and provide contractual advice, guidance and support to the contracts lead /program and operations management.

Mentor and provide guidance and direction to (and may manage) less-experienced contract administrators.

Manage the performance requirements and delivery schedules of multiple or complex contracts.

Assist in developing bid strategy and managing contract function for program bid proposals/bid protests.

Track contract performance and manage contract changes, modifications and REAs.

Review proposals and contract actions prior to signature or negotiation to ensure appropriate factors have been considered and all necessary information on contract risk mitigation has been gathered.

Draft/review NDAs, MOUs, MOAs, teaming, consultant and other agreements.

Ensure protection of Company interests and intellectual property during negotiations and fully document negotiation outcomes.

Develop list of prime contract flow-down clauses for inclusion in subcontract requests for quote/proposal.

Provide guidance on contract policies, procedures and other business and contractual or compliance matters affecting the Company and liaise with Group and Corporate staff as required.

Along with senior management team, develop and maintain effective business relationships with government, commercial, foreign and domestic customers.

Administer the contract by executing all change notices and preparing all correspondence to obtain extensions to the period of performance, provide additional funding requirements, and notify of change of key personnel and cost increases.

Coordinate contract closeouts and handle audits.

Provide adequate supervision and guidance to assigned staff and ensure they perform their duties properly and in a timely manner.

Develop specialized knowledge and skills related to formulation and performance of R&D contracts (e.g., CRADAs), grants, cooperative and cost sharing agreements.

Liaise with all departments to capture and facilitate the contract lifecycle from need identification, through drafting, negotiation, execution, performance, to completion and closeout.

Responsible for FAR / DFAR governed major subcontracts in support of complex F-5 Tiger II mission systems and tracking subsystems, sustainment components, and retrofit and refurbishment components.

Responsible for FAR / DFAR major subcontracts associated with base operations support (BOSS) and sustainment.

Primary support DCMA / DCAA CPSR auditing activities to assure subcontract / contract compliance with FAR / DFAR requirements.

Primary support for AS9100 auditing activities to assure quality policies and procedures are adhered to.

Leonardo DRS – Naval Systems Division – Largo, Florida

10/18-3/20

Manager, Subcontracts

Responsible for Major Subcontracts in support of SPQ-9B X-Band, Pulse Doppler, Frequency Agile Radar.

Responsible for Major Subcontracts and proposal development in support of Planar Array Antenna Assembly (PAAA).

Responsible for Major Subcontracts and proposal development in support of Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) AN/USG-2(V) Cooperative Engagement Transmission Processing Set.

Subject matter expert for International Import/Export Compliance and ITAR.

Primary interface for technical issues and contract performance of assigned suppliers.

Travel to suppliers to evaluate production capabilities and solve problems.

Analyze supplier delivery and quality performance.

IAP Worldwide Services – Cape Canaveral, Florida

01/16-01/18

Senior Subcontracts Administrator

Responsible for Major Services Subcontracts globally in support of the United States Military Branches and Government Agencies to include but not limited to DoD, DoS, NSA, CIA, and the FBI.

Primary proposal support and interface for Major Services Contracts associated with the United States Military and Government Agencies.

Primary interface to assure International Import/Export and ITAR Compliance on assigned subcontracts and proposal efforts.

Primary interface for technical issues and contract performance of assigned subcontracts and subcontractors.

Travel to suppliers to evaluate capabilities and solve problems.

Analyze supplier performance.

Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems – Land & Self Protection Systems Division – Apopka, Florida

06/13-06/15

Subcontracts Administrator 3

Responsible for Major Subcontracts in support of Laser Designators, Range Finders, and Missile Countermeasure Systems.

Responsible for Major Subcontracts of various Optics and hardware associated with the Depot Maintenance and Repairs of these systems.

Subject matter expert for International Import/Export Compliance and ITAR.

Primary interface for technical issues and contract performance of assigned suppliers.

Travel to suppliers to evaluate production capabilities and solve problems.

Analyze supplier delivery and quality performance.

Northrop Grumman Information Systems – Defense Systems Division – Huntsville, Alabama / Afghanistan

06/11-06/13

Contracts Administrator 4

Responsible for Prime Contracts in support of Counter Measure Rocket, Artillery, and Mortar Weapon Systems Operations and Sustainment for the Afghanistan and Iraq Theaters of Operation.

Primary interface for contractual issues and contract performance.

Analyze and manage prime contract deliverables and quality performance.

Develops, negotiates and administers contracts while monitoring compliance with government regulations.

Leads/manages major efforts such as proposals from a contract’s perspective, coordinating with all involved functions.

Assists with developing strategies in support of Northrop Grumman positions, performing complex analyses as needed.

Interacts directly with customers and senior management personnel.

The Boeing Company – Huntsville, Alabama / Fort Greeley, Alaska

07/06-06/11

Procurement-Purchasing Agent 3

Responsible for Major Subcontracts in support of Weapon Systems Operations and Sustainment for the Ground Based Missile Defense Complexes at Ft. Greely, AK and Vandenberg AFB, CA.

Responsible for Major Subcontracts of various tooling and flight hardware associated with the Upper Stage for the ARES Space Exploration Vehicle.

Responsible for Major Subcontracts of various Missile Silo Hardware Components and Missile Silo Installation Construction efforts associated with the Ground Based Mid-Course Missile Defense System.

Primary interface for technical issues and contract performance of assigned suppliers.

Travel to suppliers to evaluate production capabilities and solve problems.

Analyze supplier delivery and quality performance.

United Space Alliance – Kennedy Space Center, Florida

10/99-07/06

Procurement-Subcontract Administrator 4

Responsible for Major Flight Subcontracts and procurements of various Flight Hardware components and commodities associated with the Solid Rocket Boosters (SRB) and Orbiters for the Space Shuttle Program.

Responsible for Major Subcontracts associated with new business and construction at KSC and the Boeing Delta IV Decatur, Alabama Facility.

Primary interface for technical issues and contract performance of assigned suppliers.

Travel to suppliers to evaluate production capabilities and solve problems.

Analyze supplier delivery and quality performance.

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United Technologies-Pratt & Whitney USBI Co. – Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida

10/98-10/99

Procurement-Subcontract Administrator

Responsible for Major Subcontracts and procurements of various Flight Hardware components and commodities associated with the Solid Rocket Boosters (SRB) for the Space Shuttle Program.

Responsible for Major Subcontracts associated with new business and construction at KSC and the Boeing Delta IV Decatur, Alabama Facility.

Primary interface for technical issues and contract performance of assigned suppliers.

Travel to suppliers to evaluate production capabilities and solve problems.

Analyze supplier delivery and quality performance.

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems - Melbourne, Florida

10/95-10/98

Procurement-Buyer

Responsible for procurements and repairs of machined parts associated with E-8C Joint Stars, E-2C Hawkeye, F-14 Tomcat, and EA-6B Prowler military aircraft.

Primary interface for technical issues and contract performance of assigned

suppliers.

Travel to suppliers to evaluate production capabilities and solve problems.

Analyze supplier delivery and quality performance.

McDonnell Douglas Aerospace East – Titusville, Florida

1994-1995

Subcontract Management & Procurement-Buyer

Responsible for procurements and repairs of machined parts associated with F/A-18 Hornet, F-15 Eagle, AV-8B Harrier Fighter Aircraft, Apache Attack Helicopters, and Tomahawk Cruise Missiles.

Primary interface for technical issues and contract performance of assigned

suppliers.

Participated in all make buy decisions.

Travel to suppliers to evaluate production capabilities and solve problems.

Analyze supplier delivery and quality performance.

1991-1994

Subcontract Management & Procurement-Associate Specialist Production

Engineering change control.

Purchase order follow up.

Analyzed bill of material requirements in an MRP environment to ascertain

quantities and need dates for subcontracted machined parts, forgings, castings, and raw materials.

Performed associate buyer duties and responsibilities.

Provide technical data.

Coordinate source inspection.

Provide delivery status for program reviews.

1985-1991

Subcontract Management & Procurement-Material Planner C

Working directly from engineering tech data packages and the master schedule

establishing, analyzing, and planning material requirements associated with supporting a large internal machining center.

Issue purchase requisitions.

Interface with production control.

Education Eastern Florida State College – Currently attending (Bachelors in Business) Administration)

University of Central Florida – APICS Certification

Additional

Education ISO 9001 Certification Implementation Team Member

AS9100D Lead Auditor Certification

Import/Export Control - ITAR

Federal Acquisition Regulations FAR Trained

APIC’s certification- Material Requirements Planning

Statistical Process Control

SPC Technicomp Master Series II

Supplier Performance Management Systems

Blueprint Reading

Ability to read and comprehend military specifications

Policy 10 (Gratuity Acceptance)

Total Quality Management Systems (TQMS)

Computer

Skills SAP Microsoft Power Point

Deltek Costpoint Microsoft Excel

Peoplesoft 7.5 Oracle

IBM COPICS Mainframe

LOTUS 123

D-Base

Harvard Graphics

Multimate

Word Perfect

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Word



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