Lionel Reggie Hope
Special Project Lead @Naval Air Systems Command Navair
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WORK HISTORY
Special Project Lead @Naval Air Systems Command Navair
Patuxent River, MD, US
Supporting Office of Naval Research Electronics Manufacturing team at Navy ManTech, providing sound engineering support and assisting in the evaluation of future projects being considered for funding. Identified a significant vulnerability related to the production of countermeasure flares which involved the sourcing and processing of magnesium. Working with OSD and DLA to evaluate the entire supply chain following the closure of the sole domestic source of magnesium where the most viable vendors for DPA Title funding were identified. Participated on the DoD team which selected the most qualified domestic vendor as the raw magnesium producer to receive funding to help upstart their plans for full-rate production. Visited an internation magnesium producer and identified their facility as the best short-term solution to provide DoD product. Created a Raw Materials Working Group which includes multiple agencies and organizations across DoD (Army, Navy, Space Force, Supply Chain, DCMA, Materials, Reliability and Maintainability, OSD & DLA) to discuss other potential raw material shortfalls, its impact to programs, and mitigation steps to alleviate risk.
EDUCATION
Huntington HIgh School
Fine Arts
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
ABOUT LIONEL REGGIE HOPE
With over 17 years of experience at NAVAIR, my core competencies are in engineering management - notably in electromagnetic interference (EMI) and providing strategic oversight in manufacturing & quality. At NAVAIR, my mission is to enhance our nation\'s defense capabilities through diligent engineering support and project evaluation. My commitment to excellence as well as my ability to adapt to evolving technical challenges align with NAVAIR\'s values of innovation and integrity.In my recent tenure as Branch Supervisor, I\'ve led a team of engineers in manufacturing & quality oversight for tactical aircraft programs and systems across the Navy. Through careful coordination and leadership, we ensure that suppliers met our high standards for quality products. I have also engaged with Subject-Matter Experts across all DoD and government agencies to address issues ranging from Microelectronics to critical mineral availability.The collaborative efforts of my work includes but is not limited to conducting capacity studies, supply chain evaluations, raw material identification, manufacturing security best-practices, as well as continuous improvement programs. Consistent participation in critical design and management reviews have been pivotal to ensure the quality of product remains high for the fleet.
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