| Name : | Chad Sigler |
| Email Address : | chad.sigler@us.army.mil |
| Telephone : | 763-205-2810 |
| Location : | 3224 128th LN NE Blaine MN 55449 |
| Chad W. Sigler 3224 128th Lane NE, Blaine, MN 55449 H 763.205.2810 C 360.970.5216 chad.sigler@us.army.mil SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE: Results oriented leader with 23 years of expertise, building, managing, and leading successful teams to meet challenging strategic objectives. Extensive experience synchronizing multiple projects successfully while meeting deadlines. Detailed oriented with strong communication skills. Ability to rapidly identify contact points and work through appropriate channels to expedite information, processes, services, and equipment. Well-rounded management style that creates common vision and forges lasting relationships within a team of diverse individuals. Demonstrated strength in direct and indirect team leadership and collaboration. Proven ability to establish priorities, anticipate requirements, resolve complex challenges, attain peak levels of performance from team members, or work independently in fast paced environment. Senior Test Engineer U.S. Combat Systems, BAE Systems Minneapolis, MN November 2008 – September 2009 · Creates and performs complex engineering analysis, experimentation, test, test strategies, and product assurance tasks on future Army combat vehicle systems · Prepares and presents test project technical results, recommendations, and solutions for internal and external review · Responsible for the planning, development, and supervision of accuracy testing for the Non-Line of Sight Cannon (NLOS-C) in field and garrison environment · Conducts integration, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and logistics of vehicle mounted electronic equipment · Maintains up-to-date knowledge of relevant Army specific software and hardware · Well-established knowledge of Army infrastructure and personnel network; very strong customer focus · Leverages 23 years of Soldier experience to provide technical review and guidance to other engineers in area of Field Artillery Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures Operations Director (Chief Warrant Officer Four) Fort Lewis, WA October 2004 – October 2008 · Manage daily operations and information flow between higher, lower-level, and cross functional departments; coordinates training, training plans, resources, and task delegation for a section of over 100 Soldiers in a 3,700 Soldier Stryker Brigade · Developed tactical training plan and instructed training classes to over 50 Soldiers on monthly basis · Personally responsible for the planning, supervision, and development of 30 Soldiers and over $6 million worth of vehicles and equipment tasked with conducting combat operations during Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) 06-08 · Project Manager that organized, developed, and executed a program that trained over 4,500 future U.S. Army Officers. Updated project to extend lifecycle on monthly basis · Project Manager for 3d Stryker Brigade Unit History, directed by Chief of Military History, United States Army · Recognized by the President of the United States and the Secretary of the Army with 2 National Awards (The Legion of Merit, The Bronze Star Medal) Platoon Leader (Director) (Chief Warrant Officer Three) Mosul, Iraq November 2003 – September 2004 · Directed the tactical deployment, training, and combat operations of 30 soldiers and four Field Artillery Doppler Radar Sections during OIF 01-02 · Developed tactical training plan and instructed training classes to 30 Soldiers on monthly basis during combat · Directly responsible for the testing, repair, maintenance, logistics, accountability, and end user testing of over $12 million in tactical vehicle and tactical radar equipment during OIF 01-02 · Developed and executed a war-time maintenance program that brought platoon readiness rates from 60% to 99% · Contracting Officer for large support tower to enhance unit protection. Worked with local Iraqi contractor using business systems architecture to complete $30,000 project on time and on budget · Efforts in Iraq recognized by National Award (The Bronze Star Medal) Operations Officer (Chief Warrant Officer Three) Fort Lewis, WA June 2000 – October 2003 · Contributed to the building of a new brigade-level organization (Stryker) that resulted in one of the most highly trained and effective units in the Army · Implemented packaged application software solutions and modified to fit tactical environment · Integrated help desk and tool box support for Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS) software · Published, organized, and reshaped brigade-level training programs and operational procedures manuals that are still in effect today within the Army’s premier digital brigade · Responsible for the training, equipping, and welfare of 20 Soldiers and $5 million worth of equipment Targeting Officer (Chief Warrant Officer Two) Fort Wainwright, AK February 1999 – May 2000 · Primary advisor to senior commander of brigade on coordination of targeting intelligence, information operations, and Field Artillery Doppler Radar operations; responsible for all targeting products at command and lower-level staff · Directly responsible for the supervision and welfare of 13 Soldiers and $1.2 million section equipment · Performed duties of Senior Fire Support adviser during 3 theater level training events; Recognized by Commending General with Army level award for efforts · Streamlined maintenance procedures and repair parts logistic ordering process of Field Artillery Doppler Radar Sections saving the unit over $50,000 in a one-year period · Orchestrated the planning and execution of Fort Wainwright Winter Games that resulted in over 600 Soldiers competing in various winter sports. Recognized by Games Commissioner (Installation Commander) with an Army level award for efforts Executive Officer (XO) (Chief Warrant Officer Two) Fort Wainwright, AK February 1998 – January 1999 · Second in Command of a 170-Soldier company in a 3,200 Soldier Arctic Brigade · Managed daily operations, developed and supervised training schedules, and coordinated all training events for unit · Managed $38 million worth of summer and winter vehicles and equipment; maintenance program lead to 100% readiness rate for all training events · Managed the movement of all equipment and personnel for multiple training events in accordance with state, federal, and international regulations without loss · Implemented a progressive unit health and welfare program that resulted in a 50% reduction in illegal substance abuse Owner/ CEO Blenderhead Computers Fort Wainwright, AK and Lacey, WA January 1998 – September 2003 · Home and Internet based business with a mission of providing specific PC solutions to home and small business consumers. Managed one full and three part-time employees while fulfilling both military and business obligations · Developed and implemented packaged hardware and software solutions to small business and modified on consumer preference · Developed training classes on specific products for consumers based on need · Directed and maintained retail ordering, supply accountability, and logistics · Negotiated maintenance contracts on installed systems · Provide 24 hour web help desk and on-site assistance on all products built or sold Education Currently enrolled, Excelsior College, Albany, NY, Bachelor of Science, Liberal Arts (History), December, 2009 U.S. Army Field Artillery School, Ft. Sill, OK, Field Artillery Career Course, Radar Technician, December, 2001 U.S. Army Field Artillery School, Ft. Sill, OK, Advanced Noncommissioned Officer Course, June, 1995 South Dakota State University, Brookings SD, 56 Semester Hours, Landscape Design Engineering, 1986 Certifications and Awards · Current Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance · Consistently rated in the top tier of peer group on annual performance reports · Working knowledge of IT (LAN, wireless) and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Unix, and military software Falconview, PSS-SOF, and AFATDS · Technical expert in hardware (radar and PC), hardware troubleshooting, schematics, radar theory (Military certified) and have a full understanding and ability to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain Army communications and navigation equipment · Proficient in the use of most ABCS systems to include AFATDS, CPOF, JDOCS, FBCB2, MCS and MCS Light · Graduate of the Field Artillery Advanced Non-Commissioned Officers Course, Field Artillery Warrant Officer Basic and Career Course, Joint Targeting Course, Naval Gunfire, Joint Firepower Control Course, and Nuclear Operations Course. Holds skill identifier, 5H, Nuclear Targeting Officer · Proficient in DOORS, ACE, and VLDS software Miscellaneous · Married; Interests include motorcycling, firearms, and U.S. history |
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