JOHN ROH
Torrance,CA
Summary
A seasoned program management professional with over 20 years in Department of Defense Acquisition and Top Secret clearance, poised to excel in government acquisition program management roles. Proven ability to enhance unit performance and operational efficiency through strategic planning and leadership. Focus on fostering team collaboration and achieving results, with unwavering commitment to adaptability and reliability. Skilled in financial management, team supervision, and policy implementation.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Branch Chief, OPIR Data Exploitation Space Systems
USSF
04.2022 - Current
- Developed and executed program strategies that aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
- Managed budget allocation, ensuring optimal resource utilization across multiple projects.
- Analyzed data to identify trends, informing decision-making processes for senior leadership.
Chief, OPIR & SATCOM Development Space Systems
USSF
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Directed $292M multi-year tech insertion for next-generation space-based missile warning/missile tracking; enhanced $32B of nationally vital assets
- Led 20-member government/Air Force Research Laboratory team; crafted & executed acquisition strategies to mitigate technology readiness risks with lab demonstrations
- Ensured remote sensing satellite threat survivability; transitioned novel lab technology into operations to enhance warfighter on-orbit resiliency capes
- Managed cost, schedule, technology performance & risk; improved legacy satellite system capabilities/identified subject matter expertise support & Headquarters Air Force/Office of Secretary of Defense buy-in
Director, Programs & Requirements Special Operations
AFELM US Special Operations Command
07.2018 - 08.2021
- Managed Future Years Defense Program Program Objective Memorandum development for one-star Theater Special Operations Command (TSOC) Headquarters; enabled full-spectrum Special Operations Forces in support of 4-star objectives in Korea Area of Operations
- Led TSOC security coop activities for Republic of Korea (ROK) Special Operations Forces during Armistice/Contingency Operations; optimized US-ROK posture
- Developed & validated Special Operations Command Korea's capabilities supporting Theater Commander & TSOC; coordinated requirements through Joint Staff
- Spearheaded Combatant Command Support Agreement for administrative & logistics support through 2x Combatant Commands; ensured Special Operations Forces sustainment in Korea
Air Deliberate Plans Officer Special Operations
AFELM US Special Operations Command
10.2017 - 08.2018
- Developed strategic plans aligning operational objectives with mission requirements.
- Planned & coordinated Special Operations Forces (SOF) into theater-level Operations Plans/Concept Plans in support of Commander United Nations Command
- Advised battle staff on integration and employment of SOF support to Commander Combined Forces Command operations objectives
- Collaborated with Republic of Korea Special Warfare planners to integrate and de-conflict all combined special operations
- Liaison to Commander's United Nation and Combined Forces Commands coordinating planning, execution and assessment
Branch Chief, Info Tech Mgm AF Office of Scientific Research
Air Force Materiel Command
10.2015 - 10.2017
- Analyzed data trends to inform decision-making and resource allocation strategies.
- Directed Science & Technology information management processes across Europe, Asia, & N/S American offices for $500M Air Force Basic Research
- Managed 47 computational projects/300M+ hrs in DoD super computer; responsible for complex Modeling & Simulation & data analytics
- Led $8M Basic Research Innovation & Collaboration Center; integrated government/industry/academiafuels ideas for future Technology Transformation
Flight Commander, Support Flight Recruiting
Air Education and Training Command
01.2013 - 05.2015
- Led logistical computer system administration, personnel, info management and budget for geographically separated unit
- Managed support and financial services to 88 personnel over 45K square miles & 49 government leased facilities
- Executed annual spend plan and monitors financial systems for valid and accurate expenditures
- Coordinated base support agreements and liaisons with Government Services Agencies and Army Corps of Engineers
Chief, SAT C2 Test & Eval Space/Missile Sys
Air Force Space Command
03.2009 - 01.2013
- Administered $20M annual budget; conducts independent tech analyses on multi-billion dollar Air Force Space Command/Space and Missile Systems Center portfolio
- Performed Functional Area Evaluator for $50M tech engineering contractwrote, awarded and evaluated technical performance
- Briefed directly to General Officer for launch "Go" decisions for designated Air Force space development and test satellites
- Provided feedback findings to Space and Missile Systems Command Chief Engineer to improve Center-wide best practices and to crossflow lessons learned
HH-60G Program Manager Aircraft Sustainment
Air Force Materiel Command
10.2007 - 03.2009
- Managed modifications/sustainment efforts for 101 HH-60G helicopters assigned to six commands valued at $200M
- Developed acquisition strategy, consolidated requirements, built/executed funding/aircraft modification install plans
- Analyzed/executed sustainment/repair decisions impacting entire component life cycles and fleet aircraft availability
C-17 Common Support Equipment Program Manager Aircraft Sustainment
Air Force Materiel Command
03.2005 - 10.2007
- Managed for C-17 Common Support Equipment, valued at $75M, needed for the accelerated activation of six new C-17 bases, as well as future replenishment needs
- Managed and directed Integrated Product Team (IPT) personnel and coordinated with another 25+ personnel from other government offices, contractor and Major Commands
- Coordinated management activities and advised higher level management/staff of Common Support Equipment progress and future project plan requirements
Education
Non-Residence - Intermediate Developmental Education (IDE)
Air Command And Staff College (ACSC)
Montgomery, AL02.2019
Masters Degree - Bus Adm/Mgt, General, Mgt
Trident University International Cypress
Cypress, CA11.2012
Residence/Non-Res - Professional Developmental Education (PDE)
Squadron Officer School (SOS)
Montgomery, AL10.2012
Residence - Basic Developmental Education
Aerospace Basic
Montgomery, AL02.2005
Baccalaureate Degree - Bus Adm/Mgt, General, Mgt
FL Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL12.2004
Skills
- Innovation management
- Branch operations management
- Excellent work ethic
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills
- Decision-making
- Risk mitigation
- Project management
- Strategic planning
Timeline
Deputy Branch Chief, OPIR Data Exploitation Space Systems
USSF
04.2022 - Current
Chief, OPIR & SATCOM Development Space Systems
USSF
08.2021 - 04.2022
Director, Programs & Requirements Special Operations
AFELM US Special Operations Command
07.2018 - 08.2021
Air Deliberate Plans Officer Special Operations
AFELM US Special Operations Command
10.2017 - 08.2018
Branch Chief, Info Tech Mgm AF Office of Scientific Research
Air Force Materiel Command
10.2015 - 10.2017
Flight Commander, Support Flight Recruiting
Air Education and Training Command
01.2013 - 05.2015
Chief, SAT C2 Test & Eval Space/Missile Sys
Air Force Space Command
03.2009 - 01.2013
HH-60G Program Manager Aircraft Sustainment
Air Force Materiel Command
10.2007 - 03.2009
C-17 Common Support Equipment Program Manager Aircraft Sustainment
Air Force Materiel Command
03.2005 - 10.2007
Non-Residence - Intermediate Developmental Education (IDE)
Air Command And Staff College (ACSC)
Masters Degree - Bus Adm/Mgt, General, Mgt
Trident University International Cypress
Residence/Non-Res - Professional Developmental Education (PDE)
Squadron Officer School (SOS)
Residence - Basic Developmental Education
Aerospace Basic
Baccalaureate Degree - Bus Adm/Mgt, General, Mgt
FL Atlantic University
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