Dwane Parmelee

About Dwane Parmelee

Twenty years of progressive leadership in the United States Air Force has been built on one core principle: delivering mission-critical outcomes in high-stakes environments where failure isn\'t an option. I specialize in directing complex, multi-million dollar programs, leading cross-functional teams of up to 236 personnel, and managing assets valued up to $2.1B.My Approach:Complex operational challenges demand innovative solutions. I combine strategic planning with hands-on execution to ensure programs are delivered on time, within budget, and consistently exceed performance expectations. The secret? Empowering teams, removing constraints, and fostering cultures where continuous improvement isn\'t just encouraged, it\'s embedded in everything we do.Measurable Impact:$6.6M in cost savings through enterprise-wide innovation initiatives and autonomous system development14,300 personnel hours recaptured annually through workflow optimization and predictive scheduling18–50% operational efficiency improvements across multiple programs99% program effectiveness while managing hundreds of concurrent deliverablesNational recognition including the Lt. Gen. Leo Marquez Award and Lt. Gen. Welsh Award for exceptional leadershipCore Competencies: Program Planning & Execution | Multi-Project Coordination | Resource Optimization | Cross-Functional Team Leadership | Stakeholder Engagement | Change Management | Budget Management & Cost Control | Risk Assessment & Mitigation | Process Improvement & Lean Systems | Regulatory & Safety ComplianceWhat\'s Next:I\'m currently completing my Bachelor of Business Management at American Military University and recently earned my Google Project Management Professional Certificate. Now, I\'m transitioning decades of military leadership experience into civilian program management roles, bringing the same discipline, strategic thinking, and results-driven approach that earned national recognition in the Air Force.Let\'s Connect:I\'m always open to connecting with program management professionals, fellow veterans navigating career transitions, and organizations seeking leaders who can transform operations and build high-performing teams that deliver results.

Experience

1. Production Supervisor

   Amentum

   Jan 2026 — Present · US

Education

• Community College of the Air Force

  Associate's degree

• American Military University

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Business Administration and Management, General