Gordon W.

Experienced Program/Project Manager

Greater Colorado Springs Area

About

Northrop Grumman benefits from my extensive leadership in hardware project management and aerospace sustainment, developed over more than two decades in the defense industry. My role focuses on advancing requirements management, engineering excellence, and technical training while fostering collaboration to achieve program objectives. Previously, I supported engineering teams at Boeing, where I managed product sustainment for weapon systems and missile programs. By coordinating cross-functional teams to execute complex support engineering tasks, I contributed to optimizing manufacturing processes and ensuring alignment with government contracts. My mission remains centered on delivering innovative solutions to defense projects while maintaining organizational goals.

Experience

  • Senior Principal Project Manager at Northrop Grumman
    Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

  • Boeing (Full-time · 21 yrs)
    • Support Engineering Manager
      Mar 2024 - Jan 2025 · 11 mos

      • Managed product support engineers to execute sustainment program requirements. • Oversaw sustainment related program requirements across weapon system programs. • Led and coordinated teams to ensure successful execution of support engineering tasks.

    • Program Manager
      Dec 2019 - Mar 2024 · 4 yrs 4 mos

      • Led programmatic elements for missile systems sustainment programs at Boeing in Huntsville, Alabama. • Developed program objectives, strategies, and plans while monitoring project progress, budgets, and schedules. • Maintained effective communication with stakeholders, assessed costs and schedules, and oversaw projects from start to finish.

    • Lead Logistics Support Integrator
      Mar 2018 - Dec 2019 · 1 yr 10 mos

      • Oversaw the design, development, and delivery of Integrated Logistics products for emerging programs at Boeing in Huntsville, Alabama. • Coordinated logistics support integration efforts to ensure seamless operations and timely delivery of services. • Implemented strategic solutions to optimize logistics processes and enhance program efficiency. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and achieve program objectives.

  • Manager, Electrical Service Division at Challenge Electric
    2001 - 2004 · 3 yrs

    • Managed a team of electricians in installing electrical systems for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. • Oversaw project timelines, budgets, and quality control to ensure client satisfaction. • Implemented safety protocols and training programs to reduce workplace accidents and increase efficiency.

  • Electrical Engineering and Agency Standards Manager at Duke Manufacturing Co.
    1999 - 2001 · 2 yrs

    • Managed development, testing, and fielding of new products at Duke Manufacturing Co. • Oversaw safety listing agency qualification process for new products. • Led teams to ensure products met agency standards and regulations. • Implemented efficient processes to streamline product development and testing.

  • Computer Based Training Writer-Developer at Boeing
    1998 - 1999 · 1 yr

    • Developed maintenance training materials for fighter aircraft at Boeing. • Designed computer-based training materials for fighter aircraft Maintenance Training. • Performed quality reviews of fighter aircraft training materials to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.