Ramon Williams-Sobers

About Ramon Williams-Sobers

I recently completed Lockheed Martin\'s prestigious Operations Leadership Development Program, I successfully executed cross-functional roles in contract negotiation, industrial engineering, and quality technology to drive cost savings, improve operational efficiency, and optimize supplier performance. My experience spans large-scale manufacturing programs, including F-35 and F-16 production, where I implemented process improvements that significantly reduced production time and rework, saving both time and costs. I am deeply passionate about leveraging technology and data analytics to foster continuous improvement and optimize production workflows. By blending my expertise in manufacturing operations with my entrepreneurial spirit, I aim to bridge the gap between innovation and real-world application, enhancing both product development and operational efficiency to transform industries. My time working with start-ups to drive growth, further fuels my drive to innovate and create scalable solutions that make a meaningful impact. I am an advocate of collaboration and I believe it is through the diversity of thought we can advance manufacturing and production processes to develop life-changing products.

Experience

1. F-35 Training and Sustainment Subcontract Administrator Sr

   Lockheed Martin

   Jul 2025 — Present · Orlando, FL, US

   Establishing long term agreements for suppliers USAF training bases, generating savings and enabling budget flexibility- Delivered additional cost recoveries: 47% discount on damaged freight parts, and 50% discount on missing components- Managing major supplier subcontracts, resolving non-conformances with no schedule impact and sustaining unit/month output-Leading supplier site visits to support capacity ramp-up, reduce repair backlogs, and decrease per unit repair costs- Coordinating time-critical POs across 10+ suppliers to support deployments and production- Consolidating software vendors and aligning co-term contracts to reduce PO volume and recurring fees- Ownership of a major international suppliers and developing backlog recovery plans- Supporting team members with stretch assignments to meet mission critical needs. Supporting F-35 Training proposals, presenting status and strategy to VP leadership- Strengthening supplier partnerships, improving execution, and reinforcing a culture of F-35 affordability and operational excellence.

Education

• Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering

  Master of Science - MS, Mechanical Engineering

• Franklin & Marshall College

  Bachelor's degree, Astrophysics

  2014 — 2018