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Program Management And Systems Engineering Professional
Ankara
Summary
Twenty years of professional experience in self-imposed defense industry with 10+ years of solid experience in project management and 10+ years of technical practice in systems engineering for both Naval, Aerial and Land based Military Systems. Adept in handling multiple defense and security projects by managing a professional team of 10+ project management specialists and 50+ engineers from various disciplines. Experience in R&D projects as well as serial production projects. Built up a team of project engineers, trained them for the management of projects in Defense Programs.
Trusted for multi million dollars worth of defense programs. Reported all project activities and financial status of programs to Upper Management. Increased sales by tenfold in 5 years. Able to communicate with both the local and foreign customers professionally. Built up a dynamic structure for the management of projects independently. Outgoing and goal-oriented, proficient at building and maintaining professional relationships.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Program Manager
ASELSAN
Ankara
10.2017 - Current
ASELSAN, Naval Electro Optical System Programs Department
Responsible for the program management of multiple maritime optronic projects for design/development/production and sales of the systems.
Created Naval Electro Optics Systems Portfolio composed of several professional military grade naval optronic products.
Developed new businesses with several new foreign and local customers.
Trusted for multi-million dollar worth of defense programs in 10+ military and security projects.
Managed several defense projects with a total number of 40+ engineers and a team of project specialists.
Technical Program Specialist
ASELSAN
Ankara
12.2014 - 10.2017
ASELSAN, Electro Optical Programs Systems Engineering Department
Responsible for the technical management and guidance of multiple land-based and airborne optronic projects for design/development of the systems.
Created a portfolio for Vehicle and Airborne Electro-Optics Products.
Developed the Roadmap for Optronic Systems to be used on Airborne Platforms, Armored Vehicles and Main Battle Tanks.
Directed a team of systems engineers for the development of several military systems.
Guided Portfolio/Program Managers for the R&D of military optronics.
Technical Project Manager
ASELSAN
Ankara
08.2007 - 12.2014
ASELSAN, Land Optronics Systems Engineering Department
Responsible for the technical management of land-based and vectronic projects for design/development/testing and production of the systems.
Managed a team of 10+ engineers of various professions for the development of a state of the art military reconnaissance system.
Played the role of technical project manager for several mission specific land-based and vectronic systems projects.
As a member of the systems engineering, played the role of technical project coordinator for the ALTAY Main Battle Tank Development Project, in close contact with quality and test engineers.
As the Field Systems Engineer, coordinated the Live Fire Tests for T72 Main Battle Tank and Leopard1T Main Battle Tanks both in local and foreign test grounds.
Army Officer, 1st Lieutenant
TAF
Ankara
08.2006 - 08.2007
Turkish Armed Forces, Turkish Air Force, 12 months
Responsible for the Logistics Planning of military drills in 4th Jet base
Trained as an Air-Defense Weapon Systems Operator, and command and control of an air-defense team.
Gained experience in the Army Logistics and Support on active duty.
Systems and Software Engineer
ASELSAN
Ankara
06.2002 - 08.2006
ASELSAN, Weapon Systems Design Department
Responsible for the Software Design and Systems Engineering
Developed and maintained software for the stabilized gunner sight of the Leopard1T Main Battle Tank.
Play the role of systems engineer for the fire control system of Leopard1 Main Battle Tank Modernization Program.
Education
Master of Science - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Middle East Technical University (METU)
Ankara 02.2003 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Science - BSc, Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Middle East Technical University (METU)
Ankara 09.1998 - 06.2002
Skills
Leadership: Managed team of project managers, engineering professionals in 30 projects
Additional Information
Security Clearance : National MoD Clearance, 2018 – 2023
Date of Birth : 21.05.1980
Place of Birth : Ankara/TURKEY
Marital Status : Married
Children : Father of Two Boys
Nationality : Turkish
Certification
PMP - Project Management Professional
Interests
Fitness: Frequent Gym Visitor
Technology Enthusiastic: Following The Technological and Visionary Trends in Technology
Gastronomy: Both A Cook and A Food Lover
Trainings
Leadership School for Managers Module I (Self Leadership) - Administrative - 2022, TR
Leadership School for Managers Module II (Team Leadership) - Administrative - 2022, TR
PMP Certification Program - Technical - 2020, TR
PRIMAVERA P6 Training For Professionals - Technical- 2021, TR
Risk and Crisis Management for Managers - Administrative - 2019, TR
Art of Delegation and Assigning Duties - Administrative - 2018, TR
Developmental Roles of Managers - Administrative - 2018, TR
Methodology for Project Management - Administrative - 2018, TR
The Art of Management - Administrative - 2018, TR
Effective Presentation Techniques - Administrative - 2016, TR
Managing Conflicts - Administrative - 2016, TR
Business Negotiations - Administrative - 2015, TR
Management and Leadership - Administrative - 2014, TR
Accurate Stabilization and Target Tracking Techniques - Technical - 2012, UK
Armored Vehicles Workshops - Technical - 2012, UK
Systems Engineering in Technology based Projects - Technical - 2008, UK
CMMI 1.2 Training - Technical - 2008, TR
UML 2.1 & Rhapsody Software Training - Technical - 2007, TR
DSP Integration Workshops (TI) - Technical - 2005, USA
Timeline
PMP - Project Management Professional
12-2020
Program Manager
ASELSAN
10.2017 - Current
Technical Program Specialist
ASELSAN
12.2014 - 10.2017
Technical Project Manager
ASELSAN
08.2007 - 12.2014
Army Officer, 1st Lieutenant
TAF
08.2006 - 08.2007
Master of Science - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Middle East Technical University (METU)
02.2003 - 05.2006
Systems and Software Engineer
ASELSAN
06.2002 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Science - BSc, Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Middle East Technical University (METU)
09.1998 - 06.2002