James Haywood

Government Ground Representative @Defense Contract Management Agency Dcma

Marietta, GA, US

As a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Aircraft Maintenance and DCMA Instruction 8210-1 Ground Operations, I served as the lead representative for the Aviation Program Team (APT) overseeing compliance and performance in critical defense aviation programs. Key responsibilities and achievements include:Surveillance and Compliance: Developed and implemented surveillance plans for two contractor facility sites, ensuring compliance with C-130J and F-22 Program requirements. Conducted process compliance audits to monitor adherence to established standards.Leadership and Reporting: Briefed senior leadership, including LMM and DCMA, on surveillance results, process compliance, and key performance metrics, driving informed decision-making at the executive level.Ground Operations Validation: Validated ground operation procedures, safety checklists, and high-risk assessments to ensure alignment with service guidance, contractual obligations, and DCMA Instruction 8210-1.Data Analysis and Continuous Improvement: Performed detailed data analysis to identify operational trends and proactively adjusted surveillance efforts. Collaborated with contractors on root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.Survey Leadership and Reporting: Led ground operations during the GFR survey and authored the ground operations section of the final survey report, providing comprehensive insights and recommendations.Audit Preparation: Assisted contractors in preparing for the biennial Air Operations Inspection (AOI), ensuring readiness for audits and maintaining a high standard of operational excellence.

Troy University

Master of Science - MS in Management, Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness

University of Maryland Global Campus

Bachelor of Science - BS