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George Figueroa

Williamsburg

Summary

Dynamic logistics management professional with extensive experience at the US Army, excelling in Logistics Operations, Fielding, and Training development. Proven track record of leading teams to successfully deploy over 153,000 systems while enhancing operational efficiency. Strong analytical thinking and effective communication skills drive strategic planning and problem-solving initiatives.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Materiel Fielding Branch Team Lead & Deputy

US Army
Aberdeen
03.2020 - 05.2025
  • Served as the Senior Integrated Logistics Management Specialist, Total Package Fielding Subject Matter Expert (SME), Operations Team Lead, and Deputy Branch Chief.
  • Provided administrative and technical guidance to four U.S. Army civilian product fielding leads and eight mission integrators.
  • Managed task assignments, priorities, and personnel reviews within the operations section.
  • Led and oversaw the deployment and fielding of capabilities for four product offices to the U.S. Army units domestically and internationally.
  • Developed training milestones and offered policy recommendations to MFB Chief for effective implement
  • Spearheaded the development of a fielding web tool to create and track the progress of all fielding missions.
  • Led strategic and tactical engagements, and coordination with COMPO 1, 2, and 3 leaders, PEOs, other PMs, Army units, leaders, and industry partners to ensure fielding priorities were tracked and met.
  • Provided training to new employees, supported the transition of the fielding process and restructuring of the branch, and led the operational support of the fielding objectives for all PM MC Systems.
  • Created all fielding documentation (Memorandum of Notification, New Materiel Briefings, Fielding Agreements, and Memorandum for Records) for the fielding teams to use in every fielding.
  • Created and oversaw the completion of over 2,000 missions, fielding over 153,000 systems to over 1,200 units.

ILS Team Lead/ Training & Publication Team Lead

US Army
Aberdeen Proving Ground
07.2015 - 02.2020
  • Reviewed and submitted the required documentation in the Joint Electronics Type Designation Automated System (JETDAS) for the provisioning of JBC-P systems.
  • Led a weekly SIPT with the PdM JBC-P ILS team, Logistics Managers, Quality Assurance, Technical Writers, Provisioners, Item Managers, and Engineers regarding the status of ongoing acquisitions, fielding, and sustainment efforts in support of the JBC-P Systems.
  • Participated in and collaborated on a range of contracting acquisition procedures, including the development and submission of Performance Work Statements (PWS), Statements of Work (SOWs), source selection plans, and proposal analysis reports for the development of different logistics contracts, including Technical Manuals, Training Development, deliverables, and transportation contracts.
  • Maintained and updated the LandWarNet training product repository and the MC Readiness Center document repository for assigned systems.
  • Revised capabilities documents and System Training Plans (STRAPs) for product adherence.
  • Served as the approver for the PM's Training Development Capabilities (TDC) program under Cyber CoE.
  • Planned and coordinated all actions to ensure training products and services were in place for the major program’s milestones, to include Operational Tests (OT), Network Integration Events (NIEs), Development Tests, and other technical test events.
  • Assessed and provided feedback on new equipment training surveys conducted by the Field Support team.
  • Interfaced with system and software engineers to obtain and interpret specialized engineering documentation and descriptions, to assess impacts to training and technical publication development for assigned systems.
  • Collaborated with Army training organizations such as Mission Training Centers (MTCs), TRADOC Capability Managers (TCMs), Army Logistics University (ALU), and TRADOC to ensure the Program’s training curriculum was up to date.

Logistics Management Specialist/Lead Fielding Mgr

US Army
Aberdeen Proving Ground
06.2010 - 06.2015
  • Assisted the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) in preparing Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE) by developing yearly budget plans for the program to identify upfront costs of a contract.
  • Provided written and verbal input to acquisition documentation, such as the Life Cycle Support Plan (LCSP), Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), and others as required. Monitored the contractor’s performance to ensure that standards and timeliness of deliverables are met.
  • Conducted countless New Materiel Introductory Briefings (NMIBs) to Brigade/Battalion Commanders, and other unit representatives, to ensure their understanding and role in the Total Package Fielding authorized for their units.
  • Coordinated with Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD) personnel supporting the program, the installation and RESET of vehicles installation kits (VIKs) to meet the warfighter’s demands and schedule.
  • Identified logistical problem areas to avoid bottlenecks in the fielding of systems, and provided recommendations to superiors for solutions regarding equipment fielding issues and concerns.
  • Inputted and tracked over 1,200 Property Book transactions for PdD FSC2 into the PBUSE system, maintaining 100% accuracy.
  • Ensured the shipment and receipt of over 300 fielding systems and over 90 installation kits issued throughout the Korean peninsula in a 43-day period with a two-man fielding team, while also resetting all AFATDS Army Prepositioned Stock (APS) track and wheel vehicles.
  • Assisted the Fire Support Command and Control Product Support Manager (PSM) with the Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS) maintenance plan generated for all warranty Line Replaceable Units (LRUs).
  • Led the ILS management team supporting the fielding of systems by directing, developing plans, coordinating, and executing multiple events for major Field Artillery complex systems.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Leadership

University of Charleston
Charleston, WV
04-2021

Associate of Science - Engineer Management

Grantham University
Lenexa, KS
06-2004

Skills

  • Logistics management
  • Fielding operations
  • Training development
  • Documentation creation
  • Data analysis
  • Team leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Strategic planning
  • Effective communication
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Team collaboration
  • Analytical thinking

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • DAWIA Level III Life Cycle Logistics Certified
  • Multiple Defense Acquisition University classes
  • Multiple Udemy Courses
  • Civilian Education System (CES) Basic and Intermediate Course
  • Civilian Integrated Logistics Management
  • Emerging Leader I & II
  • Contractual Aspects of Value (CAVE)

Accomplishments

  • Commanders Award for Civilian Service (1 award)
  • Achievement Medal for Civilian Service (2 Awards)
  • Bronze Star Medal Military (1 Award)
  • Meritorious Service Medal Military (2 Awards)

Security Clearance

  • Secret- Defense Security Service, Current

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Materiel Fielding Branch Team Lead & Deputy

US Army
03.2020 - 05.2025

ILS Team Lead/ Training & Publication Team Lead

US Army
07.2015 - 02.2020

Logistics Management Specialist/Lead Fielding Mgr

US Army
06.2010 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Leadership

University of Charleston

Associate of Science - Engineer Management

Grantham University
George Figueroa