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clearance: secret, 2008 05 14, dod caf investigation: naclc, 2007 10 26, opm

 

results-focused leader specializing in driving operations growth, initiating critical process enhancements, complying with strict regulatory agencies, and cultivating strong teams eager to offer 9+ years of military experience toward maximizing a progressive defense employer s performance within a long-term career opportunity.

 

profile of qualifications

 

         integral leader who builds solid, resourceful teams while developing targeted, cost-effective solutions to key operational objectives.

         top performer who empowers staff to engage in out-of-the-box thinking which is instrumental in exceeding goal expectations.

         excellent communicator who seamlessly interfaces with all engineering / business representatives through to executive level.

         proficient multitasker who profitably plans, prioritizes, and manages assignments within fast-paced, deadline-driven situations.

         ambitious self-starter who demonstrates superior attention-to-detail and sharp analytical abilities toward accomplishing efforts.

 

professional synopsis

 

 

acquisition combat developer brigade combat team modernization (bctm); formerly fcs (2007 c present)

         apply dynamic leadership talents toward providing integrated product team (ipt) approval and guidance for program-level decisions at an engineering review board for program configurations, requirements, and technical performance parameters.

         define and guide targeted development of technical reviews by co-chairing an io-kit system functional review board; chairing a readiness review board for spin out e-ibct critical design review; and directing decision-making for 150+ topics as co-chair of design review and systems engineering review boards with prime contractor and government leads.

         draft and disseminate 384 lines of system of system (sos-level) specifications for an entire increment 1 spin out e-ibct system design, including using iterative, hierarchical decomposition of system requirements to meet key design needs.

         maximize bctm efficiency by validating 108 program-level decisions with lower-level boards to ensure leadership intent and design changes are aligned with ord and requirements prior to contract placement.

         demonstrate strong communication skills by regularly interfacing between prime contractor and government leads, including generating and validating sos pdr vignettes which resulted in passing an important milestone c for future combat systems.

         play a vital role in sustaining seamless operations for wide-ranging bctm needs, such as providing critical design, verification, and validation of cpd / so-e net products during spin out e ibct 2009 technical field tests.

 

platoon sergeant (2006 c 2007)

         expertly directed the training, welfare, and supervision of 115 soldiers (including 35 non-commissioned officers) and $7 million+ in equipment, along with improving unit readiness from 43% to 92% within 90 days.

         recognized for job performance excellence via selection over 9 peers for platoon sergeant of largest platoon in the battalion.

         delivered eeo and sexual harassment training for a 230-member company; designed an aggressive 29-week lane training schedule to support the unit s annual metl; and supervised the qualification of 500 soldiers on primary weapons systems.

         developed a comprehensive plan which successfully brought the platoon up from 45% to 93% licensure on unit vehicles.

 

detachment commander (2004 c 2006)

         ensured strict compliance with quality standards per iso / iec 0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000, and iso 9000 / 9001 guidelines while maintaining accountability for $3.9 million+ of radioactive calibration devices / material; personnel safeguards; and all corresponding licenses, authorizations, permits, and related radiation records as applicable to the nuclear regulatory commission.

         performed in-house calibrations of laboratory equipment and test instruments (i.e. ac / dc, low-frequency, microwave, physical dimensional, aviation, radiological (radiac), and electro-optical spectrum).

         optimized traceability assurance by overseeing crosscheck measurement data to the nist using artifacts and secondary standards.

         achieved a 98.5% readiness rate for 24 consecutive months, and a rating of 97% (out of 100%) during a reaccreditation inspection.

 

drill sergeant (2001 c 2004)

         directed initial entry training efforts for 825 soldiers and maintained 100% accountability for $250,000 worth of military training equipment and supplies, including outperforming peers by achieving highest average graduation rates.

 

education & professional development

 

b.s., information systems management                                                                                                        university of maryland

 

equal opportunity leaders course • commanders safety course • fundamentals of systems acquisition management course

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging [ insert job title ] role, and am submitting my resume for your review.

 

i am excited to build a rewarding career with your progressive corporation, and am confident that my broad range of professional skills can achieve your key objectives.  i can offer 9+ years of cross-functional military leadership experience, including contributing expertise in defining and directing the development of sos-level technical reviews; cost-effectively resolving critical ipt design issues; and creating integrative organizational plans, policies, and procedures to meet and / or exceed targeted engineering goals.

 

to complement my background, please note that i hold a b.s. in information systems management from the university of maryland.  i also completed rigorous training in an equal opportunity leaders course, commanders safety course, and fundamentals of systems acquisition management course through the united states army.

 

currently, as an acquisition combat developer (bctm; formerly fcs) for the united states army, i apply my dynamic leadership talents toward providing integrated product team (ipt) approval and guidance for program-level decisions at an engineering review board for program configurations, requirements, and technical performance parameters.  within this role, i successfully drafted and disseminated 384 lines of system of system (sos-level) specifications for an entire increment 1 spin out e-ibct system design, including using iterative, hierarchical decomposition of system requirements to meet design needs.  during this time, i also validated 108 program-level decisions with lower-level boards to ensure leadership intent and design changes were aligned with ord and requirements prior to contract placement.  as this is just a sampling of my job history, please kindly refer to my enclosed resume for additional experience, board positions, and career accomplishments.

 

you will find me to be a results-focused professional who can demonstrate superior attention-to-detail and sharp analytical abilities.  in addition, i can plan, delegate, and manage multiple tasks within high-pressure, deadline-driven environments while streamlining engineering / operations processes to increase productivity, efficiency, and quality.  for the sum of these aforementioned reasons, i believe i will prove to be an incredible asset to your team.

 

i look forward to hearing from you, and thank you in advance for your time and consideration.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

joseph j. helminiak