senior program manager in san diego ca resume christopher hansen
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Christopher L. Hansen MBA, PMPSan Diego, CA 92110
mobile: 818-355-9451 [email protected] home: 661-670-0581
A Director / Sr. Program Manager with 20 years’ experience in successfully managing military systems and high dollar programs from $1.5M to $200M. Skilled in project management, strategic planning, budgeting and resource allocation,quality assurance, Earned Value Management Systems, leading and supervising multi-functional teams. A proven ability
to meet and/or exceed expectations while minimizing risk, making informed decisions, and leading by example to inspire peak performance in team members. A reputation for being a strategic planner, a highly motivated self-starter, and a goaloriented and dedicated professional. An ability to manage and implement timely and cost-effective completion of multiple
projects, utilize extensive analytical and problem solving skills, and consistently achieve strategic objectives.
EXPERIENCE
Zodiac Aerospace Sr.Program Manager / Product Support Manager 2014-Present
Responsible for the testing and execution of Static Test Units on the Boeing 787 Concept D.
Managed test lab during critical test period improving schedule by one week.
Responsible for the execution of both Boeing 777 and 787 Concept D production lines.
Developed and maintained excellent customer working relations with Boeing and American Airlines.
Independent Consultant 2012-2014
Developed various internal program procedures, and policies for small business start -ups.
Implemented Supply Chain Management System and vendor selection process for a small R&D facility.
Developed various Integrated Master Schedules, monitoring cost, schedule, and resources.
Negotiated multiple manufacturing and supplier contracts for R&D.
Redesigned production and assembly process for a small business developing automated wireless sensorsystems.
Implemented continuous improvement product development processes for R&D facility.
Developed several Work Breakdown Structures for R&D, Production/Manufacturing, and Integration.
Cambridge International Systems Director / Senior Program Manager 2009-2012
Directed and coordinated multiple IDIQs under SPAWAR 1206 programs, DOD, defense contracts, andforeign military customers.
Responsible for establishing and managing the Operations and Maintenance Services directorship in the SanDiego Business Unit.
Developed new international direct commercial sale and foreign military funding opportunities.
Negotiated manufacturing and services contracts both foreign and domestic.
Managed Cambridge personnel and sub-contractors responsible for delivering on multiple, concurrent programs.
Executed, monitored and controlled the schedules, cost deliverables, risk management and scope, to meet orexceed stakeholder and customer expectations.
Participated in strategic planning/profit planning processes for the San Diego Business Unit.
Trained Junior Program Managers, in industry accepted Program Management tools using PMBOK
Managed all stakeholders’ expectations through clear, concise communications on all projects. Collaborated with Global Supply Chain to assure high quality, competitively priced supplier designed
components.
Developed tailored services and parts support for sustained systems operations, exceeding customerexpectations.
Focus on building strong stakeholder relationships.
Crane Aerospace & Electronics Program Manager III 2008-2009
Contracted as Program Planning and Control Manager to schedule costs and supervise newtechnology development on aircraft projects for FAA approval and commercial flight applications.
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Established and managed the Mod 3 FAA Conformity plan, directing the development of the Mod 3 Boeing787 Brake Control Monitor System, and the deployment of IT assets.
Executed, monitored and controlled the schedules, cost deliverables, risk management and scope to meet orexceed stakeholder and customer expectations.
Collaborated with Manufacturing and Global Supply Chain to assure high quality, competitively pricedsupplier designed components.
Directed the hiring of a Quality Process Engineer to improve process and procedures for FAA First FlightTesting.
Established the formation of Lean policies and secured bonded storage for First Article Testing devices.
Lead daily meetings with senior staff and customers.
Lead meetings with multi-functional teams; software, hardware, manufacturing, electrical and logistics.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Deputy Lead Zumwalt ILS IWS 2007-2008
Responsible for overseeing all aspects of $200M Integrated Warfare Systems contracts, consisting of allweaponry and communication systems for the DDG 1000 Mission System Equipment.
Assisted in development of program metrics and the Performance Based Logistics Program, to dramaticallyreduce overall inventory and maintenance costs.
Executed, monitored and controlled the schedules, cost deliverables, risk management and scope to meet orexceed stakeholder and customer expectations.
Worked across business to resolve elevated issues internally and with the customer, ensuring barriers that couldimpede program progress, were removed.
Evaluated and drove implementation and maintenance process and procedures for reduced manning concept.
Northrop-Grumman, Inc. 1999-2007 ILS Program Manager (2003-2007)
Directed and coordinated $80M program in company’s Navigation Systems Division for DOD, defensecontracts, and foreign military customers.
Developed and forecasted schedules for project timelines, influenced supportability design for aircraft program,and developed cost structures employing Proposal and Cost Estimating Systems.
Project Engineer (2002-2003)
Provided program support for HarrierII, AWACS, Global Hawk, Predator, CASA and JLCAC, directing andcoordinating projects for U.S. and foreign military sales programs.
Generated RFQs and developed PDPs. Utilized Integrated Cost Analysis & Scheduling and incorporated EarnedValue Management System to analyze budget performance and cost-effective reduction processes.
Drove ASIC redesign for LN product line significant reducing cost, extending product life cycle, improvinghardware real estate and operations.
On-site Program Coordinator / Field Service Engineer (1999-2002)
Responsible for coordinating installation of integrated propulsion control systems aboard U.S. Naval vessels,handling development, implementation, and analysis of all testing procedures to ensure engineeringspecifications. Supervised, trained and scheduled up to 400 installation and test technicians.
Managed $20M budgets by planning, organizing, and managing Aegis Class Cruiser/Destroyer upgrades. Negotiated utilization facilities and resources, and significantly increased efficiency and productivity byeliminating redundant test procedures.
Executed, monitored and controlled the schedules, cost deliverables, risk management and scope, to meet orexceed stakeholder and customer expectations.
Worked across business to resolve elevated issues internally and with the customer, ensuring barriers that couldimpede program progress, are removed.
Lead daily meetings with multiple trades, prioritizing roles and responsibilities, resolving installation conflicts,and milestone objectives.
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UNITED STATES NAVY 1975-1999
USS John S. McCain (DDG-56) Chief Engineering Officer (1997-1999)
Responsible for coordinating Engineering Department and main propulsion operations aboard an Aegis ClassDestroyer. Managed $500K quarterly budgets, supervising up to 80 team members in 5 Engineering divisions,achieving recognition for 100% operational and system readiness.
Chaired departmental meetings, tracked daily command evolutions, generated reports for senior command
review, and controlled the security of classified material and equipment.
Patrol Coastal Maintenance Officer in Charge (1996 -1997)
Handled logistics and operational readiness of two 120’ Naval Special Warfare patrol craft; managing operationsof mobile patrol coastal vessel maintenance command. Supervised, trained, and scheduled up to 27 maintenancetechnicians.
Surveyed Latin American sites to analyze, determine, upgrade and ensure support capabilities.
Awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for outstanding performance.
USS Shiloh (CG-67) Auxiliaries & Electrical Officer (1990-1996)
Managed the auxiliary and electrical maintenance operations aboard an Aegis Class Cruiser, supervising, trainingand scheduling up to 33 Maintenance technicians.
Commended on 3 occasions by COMNAVSURFPAC for outstanding quality of maintenance achieving timely,cost-effective, and 100% completion during PSA overhaul. Awarded the Navy and Marine Corps AchievementMedal for outstanding performance.
Assigned as the Ship Maintenance Material Office (SMMO) Successfully coordinated and managed PostShakedown Availability (PSA) 6 months after ship commissioning.
Coordinated and managed 2 overseas maintenance periods in the Middle East while deployed to the gulf.
USS Long Beach (CGN-9) Chief Interior Communications Technician (1986-1990)Mobile Technical Unit Five Chief Interior Communications Technician (1984-1986)USS Fox (CG-33) Electrical Division Supervisor (1979-1984)USS Worden (CG-18) Electrical Division Supervisor / Technician (1975-1979)
EDUCATION & TRAINING
University of Phoenix Masters Business Administration, Global ManagementVillanova University Program Management Professional CertificationAbraham Lincoln University Juris Doctorate ProgramUniversity of Phoenix Bachelor of Science, Business ManagementPierce College Associate of Arts, Business Administration
U.S. Navy Training Courses Total Quality Management for Senior ExecutivesProspective Exec. Officer/Commanding OfficerCommunications Security Manager Training
ADDITIONAL TRAINING: Art of Negotiations, Pierce College, Woodland Hills, CA; Numerous NGC Programs;SLATE, Lean Six Sigma, EVMS; SAIC Strategic Business Development; Defense Institute of Security AssistanceManagement, Security Cooperation Management Course, ITAR
COMPUTER
Proficient in Windows 98/2000/NT and various software applications and systems, including: MS Word,PowerPoint, Project, MS Excel, EVMS, Adobe Acrobat, SLATE, ICAS, Matrix PDM.
CLEARANCE
Secret (1986-Present)