Saleh Alshuhri
UAV PROGRAM MANAGER
Riyadh
Summary
Led teams in high-stress environments. planned and execute complex and time sensitive projects with knowledge of Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Developed and implemented policies and procedures to improve UAV management program utilizing my experience in American platforms. Participated in high stakes meetings and committees.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Master Degrees
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
UAV Section Manager in DOM/Senior Logistics Manager
Royal Saudi Air Force
Riyadh
01.2022 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to improve UAV Program efficiency and meet sustainment targets.
- Participated in committees to generate SORs, SOWs and contractual amendments.
- Performed FATs, SATs and examined several product specifications.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and improving team performance.
- Analyzed key metrics to identify trends and drive data-informed decision-making.
Maintenance Squadron Commander (American platform)
Royal Saudi Air Force
06.2018 - 01.2022
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Formulated and implemented training programs by applying learning principles and individual differences.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Led teams in maintenance production and supply chain capacities.
- spent large portion of my time as commander, walking alongside my subordinates and supervisors developing their ability to think it right, decide it firmly and keep it moving.
Quality Control Commander
Royal Saudi Air Force
01.2015 - 11.2018
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Utilized quality control software to track and analyze product data.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Investigated customer complaints to take necessary corrective actions.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
Flight Line Commander
Royal Saudi Air Force
04.2009 - 01.2015
- Monitored and interpreted instruments to determine flight status, airline condition and geographic position.
- Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.
- Observed aircraft safety systems and operational conditions and immediately reported issues.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
Master of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Managements
03.2024
- Comprehensive courses in forecasting, simulations, data analyses, organizational behavior, economy and much more to come (will be updated after graduation)
- Had the pleasure of studying and working with highly known figures in the logistics community such as Dr. William A. Cunningham Iii, PhD (https://www.afit.edu/BIOS/bio.cfm?facID=41) and Dr. Seong-Jong Joo, Professor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management (https://www.afit.edu/BIOS/bio.cfm?facID=376)
- I learned a lot and expect to learn much more till the graduation on Spring, 2024.
Master of Science - Systems Engineering
10.2018
- Please see Certificate: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_JmQB-cwNhAP4FVYBl4_efktzbJNHpNC/view?usp=sharing
- courses in depth on system thinking, system design, and system architecture and more. Please see academic transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_Nig94oc0OEaU2BbWXoi_94bn4-Bc6sU/view?usp=sharing
- Dissertation (Published) : A Systems-Engineering Approach to Nation-Scale Problems:
Municipal Solid Waste Management in Saudi Arabia: https://incose.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/sys.21597
Bachelor of Engineering - Avionics Engineering
10.2009
- Avionics Engineering is a branch of engineering that merge aviation engineering and electronics engineering (electronics that are related to aviation)
- Studying Engineering in foreign and developing country at young age was challenging yet very rewarding. Pakistani students are very smart and well-educated product of extensive school system and I was fortunate to be among them
- Please see Degree Certificate: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_Noby9xd9sbJtlaR6K32uX9AfkPQQYLA/view?usp=sharing
- Please see academic transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7kh7_9R26Q4OE9vaC1aSTZGeU0/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-gE50yEbyTZiQ382jyY7DbQ
Course - Logistics Readiness Officer
05.2013 - 09.2013
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7kh7_9R26Q4OVl4ZzVvbGZKT3M/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-MB83iK0DpbOzJC0XJO7UrA
Course - Six Sigma
04.2015 - 04.2015
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7kh7_9R26Q4QjNKZEdFMk10MFU/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-65yup1YELxM_hNnehFdlaA
Course - The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
04.2018 - 07.2018
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UNkc827WJmnNew1WzsZn_pn2Qf7rO7rv/view?usp=sharing
Course - F110-GE-129-JEIM
10.2015 - 03.2016
This is a technical course about one specific Jet Engine Intermediate Maintenance
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7kh7_9R26Q4X3NVNmVzamlGRWc/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-ysAgaqFwHjWbPnhwzrllAw
Challenge - Cyber Awareness Challenge
09.2022 - 09.2022
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Khzcsy0v7EnJ_wtbdncdltayQeq1ZYYy/view?usp=sharing
Course - ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor
03.2018 - 03.2018
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XCNVr-sds4Shr_P2vxJh8FtGoJ8l-h2x/view?usp=sharing
Certified License - Certified ESG Professional
03.2023 - Current
I am currently working to obtain the knowledge and the license by summer 2023
Skills
- Data analysis
- Team building
- Risk Management
- Organizational Behavior and associated trends
- leadership
Timeline
International Institute of Excellence & Effective - Certified License , Certified ESG Professional
03.2023 - Current
Department of Defence, Cyber Exchange Portfolio - Challenge, Cyber Awareness Challenge
09.2022 - 09.2022
UAV Section Manager in DOM/Senior Logistics Manager - Royal Saudi Air Force
01.2022 - Current
Maintenance Squadron Commander (American platform) - Royal Saudi Air Force
06.2018 - 01.2022
Google Digital Garage - Course, The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
04.2018 - 07.2018
360 Training - Course, ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor
03.2018 - 03.2018
GE Aviation Training Center - Course, F110-GE-129-JEIM
10.2015 - 03.2016
GE Aviation Training Center - Course, Six Sigma
04.2015 - 04.2015
Quality Control Commander - Royal Saudi Air Force
01.2015 - 11.2018
344th Training Squadron, USAF - Course, Logistics Readiness Officer
05.2013 - 09.2013
Flight Line Commander - Royal Saudi Air Force
04.2009 - 01.2015
Air Force Institute of Technology - Master of Science, Logistics And Supply Chain Managements
Loughborough University - Master of Science, Systems Engineering
National University of Science And Technology - Bachelor of Engineering, Avionics Engineering