Project Manager Engineer

SEAN TABRIZI

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Rancho Cordova, Ca 95742

Phone: 408-***-**** cell

916-***-**** home

Email: ***********@***.***

EXPERIENCE

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Control Account Manager/Project Engineer III (Contractor for Pro Unlimited) (10/2009-present)

Program: SM3 Blk IIA, SM3 Blk IB

• Led design, development and procurement of components for Work Horse Gas Generator (WHGG) of SM3 Blk IIA.

• Managed key suppliers through critical challenges, with an emphasis on technical progress, schedule, and product improvement.

• Quarterly EAC reviews, monthly CPR cost and schedule performance, variance analysis, and recovery plans.

• Prepared scheduled presentations at all levels of Management within Aerojet and at the Program Level with Major customers.

• Participated actively in proposal preparation, fact finding and negotiations in all areas of SM3 Blk IIA program.

• Reviewed and directed the progress of design engineering, manufacturing, planning and scheduling to meet program objectives

10/2007- Present BAE Systems Santa Clara, CA

Senior Technical Project Manager (Contactor for TAC Worldwide) (10/2007-07/2009)

Programs: FCS, NLOS-C

• Performed Cost/Schedule Control System (C/SCS) known as EVMS on different programs and projects.

o Managed a group of CAMs (Cost Account Managers) to ensure timeliness of EV performance reporting on a weekly and monthly basis on several multimillion dollar government programs.

o Established and maintained cost/schedule baselines and development of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) according to BOEs (Basis of Estimates) provided by CAMs.

o Performed analysis and reporting in the areas of program performance, support EAC development, variance analysis, and cost/schedule risk assessment by utilizing Earned Value methodologies and processes.

o Worked closely with the business and financial managers in structuring and supporting multiple integrated baseline reviews.

o Provided independent and well-supported analyses of cost, schedule, and technical accomplishment and interface with prime contractor and subcontractor counterparts on a recurring basis.

o Developed and maintained the Integrated Master Schedule utilizing MS Project and Open Plan to identify and report schedule critical path.

• Participated in overall product strategy, research and development requirements and manufacturing coordination for new and emerging programs.

• Provided technical expertise, recommendations and training to other departments in support of product development and cost estimation.

• Evaluated, analyzed, and made recommendations on products, designs, and cost improvements to improve the competitive position of the company on different upcoming proposals.

• Prepared product development objectives and schedules for all phases of product and reported to IPD leads.

10/2006- 07/2007 Surefire L.L.C Fountain Valley, CA Engineering Project Manager (10/2006-07/2007)

Programs: LAPD, Marines, US Armed Forces

• Managed the day-to-day progress of full life cycle product development.

• Participated in overall product strategy, research and development requirements and manufacturing coordination for new and emerging products.

• Collaborated with a wide variety of functional areas such as sales, engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and operations to develop and provide product definitions responsive to customer needs and market opportunities.

• Applied Microsoft Project Scheduling tool and other Microsoft office programs to monitor and manage programs and projects.

• Maintained all communications and contacts to collect and analyze technical, financial, schedule, and sales information for product line.

• Evaluated, analyzed, and made recommendations on products, designs, and cost improvements to improve the competitive position of the company.

• Led problem identification, definition, analysis, solution generation, and solution implementation.

• Analyzed test data and reports to determine if designs meet functional and performance specifications.

• Prepared product development objectives and schedules for all phases of product development and introduction to market.

• Coordinated with overseas suppliers and factories on a daily basis to ensure timeliness of the scheduled shipments.

06/2005-10/2006 Honeywell Aerospace Torrance, CA

Project Engineer (04/2006-10/2006)

Programs: Joint Strike Fighter (JSF), F22, F18, CX-PX, 737R, A380, A320

• Provided leadership, coordination, and technical guidance for the development of several commercial and defense programs

• Built and maintained program plan and schedules including resource and demands.

• Managed budget and earned value determinations by utilizing earned value methodologies.

• Provided technical direction and/or guidance to design and analysis specialists, and product engineers to develop electro-mechanical components.

• Led small-to-medium sized military and defense programs and worked in DOD development environment.

• Prepared and negotiated proposal cost and schedule estimates and modifications.

• Designed and developed high performance, high reliability and medium scale electro-mechanical subsystems using Solid Works, Pro-e and Auto-CAD.

• Prepared presentations on different program for management and team members on a regular basis.

• Worked with advanced manufacturing group to reduce cost and increase efficiency on several military and defense programs.

Honeywell Aerospace Torrance, CA

Senior Program Planner/ R&D Engineer (06/2005-04/2006)

• Performed production control planning and control activities to ensure compliance with schedule commitments and established and communicated priorities for support.

• Performed materials requirements planning (MRP) and analysis of production scheduling and inventory management practices for aerospace products.

• Reported to management on assigned program/projects to provide status and identify any issues/concerns and recommended actions for resolution to minimize potential problems.

• Monitored production and completion performance and suggested improvement of operations.

• Identified and led innovative approaches, using Six Sigma tools, to define work and participated in creative problem solving and business improvement changes.

• Negotiated schedules and plans (including adjustments) with customer.

• Organized and tracked programs/projects including the status of engineering change orders.

• Led aerospace development and qualification programs to successful completion

• Managed and scheduled budget and cost for several commercial and military programs.

• Performed Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) clauses applicable to procurement with federal funds to several government projects.

05/1999-07/2003 Cummins Engine Inc. Memphis, TN

Buyer/Material Planner (08/2001-07/2003)

• Performed materials requirements planning (MRP) and analysis of production scheduling and inventory management practices for several production lines.

• Identified and resolved bottlenecks in manufacturing and supply operations that had been inhibiting production and delaying shipments.

• Led and participated in improvement projects across functional groups to optimize and align resources towards production efficiency and cost saving.

• Recommended changes in supply chain management and performance measures, which to enhance coordination of the supply chain.

• Analyzed, forecasted and planned demand for engine materials annually and quarterly

• Monitored raw materials and core levels, insuring and allowing production to meet the required customer demand and delivery.

• Worked closely with national/international suppliers/customers to meet operating guidelines.

Cummins Engine Inc. Memphis, TN

Production Specialist (10/2000-08/2001)

• Identified and communicated opportunities for process improvement to management

• Identified and addressed product related issues arising on the production floor

• Identified and recommended methods of Lean Manufacturing to reduce cycle time and increase process speed.

• Recommended reorganization of work areas and reduced WIP (Work-In-Process), and speed material flow through the entire manufacturing process on the shop floor.

• Led and audited implementation of ISO9000 practices and procedures through out the plant.

• Assisted in Six Sigma projects to help the organization to achieve improvements in quality, reduction of defects, and ultimately lower cost.

• Researched and improved Kaizen and Kanban events to refine the production and delivery of components to the production line as and when they were needed to prevent storage.

Cummins Engine Inc. Memphis, TN

Inventory Coordinator (10/1999-10/2000)

• Monitored timeliness of shipments, billing and receiving parts in distribution center.

• Suggested and implemented a return merchandise process to better serve customers.

• Supported customer service department to assist customers with their needs.

• Managed and ensured recovery of returned products to inventory.

• Trained and supervised audit personnel during quarterly and annual cycle count process.

Cummins Engine Inc. Memphis, TN

Intern, Quality Technician (5/1999-10/1999)

• Performed plant audit and cycle count in production facility to ensure inventory accuracy.

• Documented QS9000 process, such as PPAP, FMEA and non-conforming materials.

• Provided information for suppliers and customers as needed and assisted in quality department projects.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

THE UNIVERSITY Of MEMPHIS Memphis, TN

• Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY Tempe, AZ

• Applied Engineering/Project Management Courses including EVMS Training

CUMMINS Inc. Memphis, TN

• Manufacturing Process Management and Six Sigma Training

HONEYWELL AEROSPACE Torrance, CA

• Integrated Product Development (IPDS) and EVMS Training

BAE SYSTEMS Santa Clara, CA

• Project Management and scheduling and EVMS Training

Aerojet/GenCorp Rancho Cordova, CA

• Certified Control Account Manager

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