SUMMARY OF EXPERTISE • Advanced aerospace organization quality / manufacturing processes to National Aerospace & Defense Contractors Accreditation Program (Nadcap) w/merit • Successfully executed programs for commercial aerospace products • Advanced business jet development programs through PMO phase gates • 15+ years of leadership and international work experience in energy and aerospace • Successfully coordinated aircraft composite structure designs through engineering IPDT • Initiated aviation operations high performance at reduced cost with project mgmt controls • Led hydrogen fuel cell energy product development with visionary success • Expert use of PM scheduling software / KPIs to communicate and manage programs • Expert use of MS Office Suite Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Projects, and Visio • Wrote 18 analysis publications of lessons learned for DoD aerospace operations • Strong management and leadership skills from 15+ years serving with USAF • Expertise in propulsion systems mod programs to extend aircraft flight hours EDUCATION • Doctorate of Management studies, University of Maryland – (attending fall 2016) • Master of Science Aeronautical Science, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • Bachelor of Arts History, University of Maryland • Associate of Applied Science, Aerospace History and Research, CCAF • Associate of Applied Science, Aerospace Systems Tech, CCAF • 7-Years Engineering Management and Work experience CERTIFICATIONS • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, PMI • Aviation Airframe and Power Plant License (A&P), FAA Specialties: Director of Programs Senior Program Manager (PMI) Certified Project Management Professional Engineering, New Product Development of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powered Platforms; Project Management Professional Engineering, New Product Development, Aircraft U.S. Air Force Aircraft and Propulsion Systems--FAA Licensed U.S. Air Force Historian (Aerospace Research Analyst) U.S. Air Force Air Base IT Help Desk Manager

Senior Program Manager @ Senior Program Manager, Aerospace Systems Engineering & Manufacturing responsible for the commercial business management of programs. Leads program teams in the development manufacture, assembly and certification of assigned aerospace program platforms. Aerospace vehicles include a mixture of large and small commercial aircraft, business jets, and other U.S. Government aerospace vehicles. Additional responsibilities include the implementation of new programs, while ensuring the management of on-going programs with a strong customer focus. From October 2014 to Present (1 year 3 months) Doctoral candidate / cohort @ The Doctor of Management Program (DM) is a scholar-practitioner based doctorate for full-time, experienced, working professionals. It has an emphasis on the practical application of concepts, applied research, and knowledge for real-world management issues, that prepares students in areas such as theory, strategic thinking in management, organizational leadership and change, analysis through various methods of research for innovation and sustainability within a global business environment. The program provides a sophisticated level of knowledge and analysis to successfully guide organizations in a rapidly changing global spectrum, providing the credentials necessary to rise to significant leadership roles in global organizations. The DM program focuses on applied research and expansion of leadership in the field of management. It integrates organizational management issues with technological considerations from a global perspective, while considering the critical role of information technologies in the management practice to ensure the integration of real-world professional managerial experiences. The program focuses on developing the skills and abilities of executive-level staff by building their critical thinking, leadership ability of high-performance teams, along with the analysis and evaluation of organizations and their structures in building continuous improvement and performance. From January 2013 to Present (3 years) Greater Los Angeles AreaDirector of Operations @ As the Director of Operations responsible for all company operations advanced manufacturing methods and processes to Nadcap quality accreditation with merit. Influenced the strategic direction of the company meeting all established goals by successfully leading production, distribution, design, test, and manufacturing of new aerospace products and implementing new product operational developments to support company advances. Ensured customer satisfaction and engagement with no operational failures and was responsible for noted reductions in operating cost. Implemented new programs and projects and ensured compliance with engineering and FAA design build and quality standards, as well as product readiness for market penetration. Established effective company communications methodology at all levels of the organization, while proactively championing continuous improvement of all manufacturing processes and systems through lean methodologies and practices. Implemented personnel development program to mentor and coach staff in management and leadership methods ensuring high levels of performance and continuous personal improvement. Expanded facility and led design engineering for two new product lines while adjusting to implement Nadcap accreditation and maintaining all other certifications in good standing. From March 2013 to July 2014 (1 year 5 months) Senior Program Manager, Hydrogen Power Systems Engineering, New Product Development @ Senior Program Manager in engineering new product development, establishes program milestones and monitors program projects adherence to budget, scope, and schedule Provides program and technical leadership Manages all phases of program project portfolio from inception through completion production and customer delivery Supports and coordinates stationary hydrogen power systems solutions and operations with multi-disciplined global engineering teams Responsible to ensure quality through customer engagement Ensures global supply chain network support and third party installation contract coordination Coordinates understanding of program engineering requirements and all necessary work to advance stationary hydrogen electro-mechanical systems in the market place From February 2012 to March 2013 (1 year 2 months) Project Manager / Aircraft Hydro-Mechanical Systems Engineering Aerospace New Product Development @ • Led Hydro-Mechanical and Primary Flight Control teams to meet engineering project schedule milestones in aircraft new product development • Assigned project lead of 14 aircraft system suppliers and 20 engineer integrators ensuring proper management of 1600+ engineering deliverables • Scheduled and leds meetings establishing project scope, coordinating stakeholder buy-in and leading project team in risk management/mitigation • Met with internal and external suppliers to ensure coordination and understanding of project task commitments in line with business case • Maintained stakeholder relations ensuring cost, schedule, and technical performance, and analyzed efforts to ensure value added processes • Coordinated with software consultant driving five software suppliers to submit timely verified system software stages of involvement (SOI) audits • Monitored engineering change request through change management process establishing change impact, effected engineering, and business case • Worked with manufacturing and supply, procuring timely manufacturing for aircraft build and on-dock shipment of parts for rig and aircraft production • Led internal/external team to on-time delivery of engineering drawings, documents, and deliverables from all facets of the engineering design • Provided daily/weekly project status indicators to support project planning, coordination, and lessons learned as well as to reward team excellence From October 2010 to February 2012 (1 year 5 months) Project Manager, Aircraft Systems and Structures Engineering Aerospace New Product Development @ • Project integration Learjet 85 aircraft systems and structure leads engineers coordinating work progress and processes, adherence and completion • Maintains daily oversight and tracking of engineering project progress, schedule, scope, risk, and $24M budget of program/project milestones • Coordinates engineering design production into part procurement, FAA conformity, DV and test rig build, for full aircraft build and production • Manages employees performing engineering integration of in-company and outside supplier management on within engineering aircraft design • On daily basis maintains relationships with partners, suppliers, customers, stakeholders ensuring cost, schedule, and technical performance • Single point negotiator for contract changes and statements of work in the use of off-shore engineering suppliers and use of foreign nationals • Ensures operations align with FAA regulatory requirements and U.S. policy pertaining to new technology use and export controls laws From June 2008 to October 2010 (2 years 5 months) IT Information Help Desk Manager @ • Managed information systems and technology related to DoD Occupational Subgroup: 510. The Information Management Career • IT Help Desk Performed, supervised, or managed a variety of communications and information management (IM) tasks and activities • Management of computer hardware and software; configuration, management and initial diagnostics of information systems • Key member of senior staff headed program management for in depth analysis of classified and unclassified USAF documents over all operations • In absence of Computer Help Desk Manager, took lead of IT team supporting 3200 computers on Department of Defense airbase network • Implemented computer hardware and software updates, and readied assigned team members to initiate the Air Forces new leaner processes • As Senior Help Desk Manager was a lead project focal for U.S. Air Force Altus AFB, OK, transition from local to regional IT support concept • Successfully established strategy then built, mentored, equipped and led the team in a major shift in computer network operational methodology • Established plans coordinated project teams to meet task deliverables during the large reorganization, maintaining continuous system up-time From January 2007 to June 2008 (1 year 6 months) Aerospace Research Analyst @ • Aerospace Research and Analysis managed subordinate programs and functions. Related DoD Occupational Subgroup: 570 • Key member of senior staff headed program management for in depth analysis of classified and unclassified operational documents • Provided narrative analysis to Sr. military leaders in the use of coalition and U.S. aircraft airpower in international operations • Deliberated on analytic decisions including periodic data reviews to evaluate data for accuracy, objectivity, and pertinence • Conducted periodic visits to assess compliance with policies and directives documented and published operational lessons learned • Developed and implemented procedures to prepare operational aerospace research activities and assigned job task priorities • Documented and published operational lessons learned narrative to senior staff and published to the U.S. Air Force archives • Discussed findings and recommended corrective actions via assessments of evidenced from analyzed data upon which to base decisions • Conducted quality assessments of analysis and implemented procedures for preparing publications in line with military directives • Wrote organized analytic narratives prepared charts, tables, graphs, and statistical summaries of operational lessons learned • Places US security markings, downgrading instructions, and administrative caveats in USG products to maintain classification controls From July 1998 to January 2007 (8 years 7 months) Aerospace Aircraft and Propulsion Specialist @ • Aircraft Specialist Managed aerospace propulsion functions and activities. Related to DOD Occupational Subgroup: 601 • Maintained 30 aircraft propulsions systems to include systems fans, core modules, augmenters, high and low pressure turbines, and components • Conducted periodic, special, and preventive maintenance on aircraft and led maintenance teams ensuring aircraft return to service within schedule • Prepared aircraft jet engines for and conducted test stand operational checks for safety of flight quality inspections and return to service inspections • In relocation of aircraft operations from Europe to the U.S. planned and established forward operational teams to initiate new facility support • Planned, organized, and directed aerospace maintenance activities determined resource requirements, including facilities, and equipment • Interpreted and implemented directives and publications pertaining to maintenance functions, including environmentally safe practices • Inspected and evaluated maintenance activities performing troubleshooting to determined repair procedures on propulsion systems • Maintained, modified, tested, aircraft propulsion systems to include small gas auxiliary turbine engines, and engine ground support equipment • Solved maintenance problems by studying drawings, wiring and schematic diagrams, technical instructions, and analyzing operating characteristics • Inspected, certified, and approved completed maintenance actions inspected, repairs, modifications to include modules and components • Tested components using bench mockups and test equipment engines on test stands, and operated, evaluated, and performed test From November 1988 to February 1996 (7 years 4 months)

Doctorate of Management, Leadership and management from a global technological perspective @ University of Maryland University College From 2013 to 2016 Master, Aeronautical Science; Aviation Management, Human Factors @ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University From 2004 to 2008 Bachelor's Degree, History @ University of Maryland College Park From 2000 to 2004 Associates of Applied Science, Aerospace History Studies @ Community College of the Air Force From 1998 to 2000 Associates of Applied Science, Aircraft Systems & Maintenance Technology @ Community College of the Air Force From 1993 to 1995 Dwight Mayhand, M.S., PMP is skilled in: Certified Project Manager, Aerospace/Defense, Aerospace New Product Development, Clean Energy, Aerospace, Engineering, Aircraft, Product Development, Aviation, Program Management, Military, DoD, Project Management, Defense, Six Sigma