Systems Engineering Manager

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Candidate No.
3258528

About this Candidate

DAVRON CV: Candidate 3258528

SYSTEMS ENGINEERING & PROGRAM EXECUTION LEADER | EVMS | IMS RECOVERY | CAM/WPL

Core Expertise

  • Leading systems engineering for mission-critical defense programs with cross-functional integration.
  • Directing IMS replans, schedule recovery, and baseline realignment to restore program performance.
  • Applying EVMS, CAM/WPL processes, EAC forecasting, variance analysis, and cost integration.
  • Managing technical risk and MIL‑STD‑882E system safety compliance across design and operations.
  • Developing engineering leaders, scrum masters, and cross-functional teams to improve execution rigor.

Project Background

  • Delivered integrated program execution on $50M+ defense efforts, integrating cost, schedule, and technical scope.
  • Led IMS replan that reduced projected execution from eight to five years, achieving 37.5% schedule improvement.
  • Drove EVMS reporting, EAC inputs, ROM estimates, and variance analysis to inform executive decisions.
  • Improved manufacturing throughput and cycle time through process redesign and performance control initiatives.
  • Executed system safety analyses per MIL‑STD‑882E to mitigate hazards and support certification readiness.

Key Skills

  • EVMS | CAM/WPL | EAC Forecasting | IMS Replanning
  • Systems Engineering Leadership | Technical Risk Management | MIL‑STD‑882E
  • Integrated Program Execution | Cost, Schedule, Scope Integration
  • Manufacturing Execution | Process Redesign | MRP | Shop-floor Controls
  • Agile Delivery | Scrum Master | Product Owner | Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Mentoring & Staff Development | Performance Management | Stakeholder Communication

Education

  • B.S., Mechanical Engineering — University of Alabama
  • Certificate, Electrical Engineering — UCLA

Awards & Recognition

  • Most Promising Black Engineer of the Year Award (2023)
  • Multiple employee recognition awards at a defense prime contractor (2024–2025)
  • Major contractor performance awards for delivery and execution excellence (2023)

Why Interview this Candidate?

They are a systems engineering and program-execution leader with measurable results: led an IMS replan reducing execution by 37.5%, improved IMS efficiency, and drove manufacturing efficiency gains. They currently lead 18 engineers across nine-plus work packages on $50M+ defense programs and hold an active Secret clearance plus CAM, EVMS, Six Sigma, and program management certifications. Their combination of EVMS discipline, schedule recovery experience, and people leadership enables immediate impact on complex defense programs.

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