RILEY G. DELAHOYDE
Hanscom Air Force Base
Summary
Results-driven Technical Program Manager with a proven track record of directing software development portfolios exceeding $230 million and leading cross-functional teams of over 60 professionals. Expertise in navigating budget constraints while accelerating complex hardware-software integrations ahead of schedule, complemented by innovative procurement strategies presented to C-suite leadership. A unique blend of technical project management and hands-on operational experience optimizes system performance, mentors emerging leaders, and delivers resilient decision-advantage capabilities. Committed to driving excellence and fostering collaboration in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Technical Program Manager – Software & Integration
U.S. Air Force
Hanscom, MA
11.2022 - Current
- Managed coordination of 9 cross-functional teams and 8 contractors in 10 countries to execute a $270M software development and hardware integration portfolio.
- Spearheaded initiatives to navigate a 10% budget cut, accelerating the rollout of agile software and sophisticated satellite communication hardware, providing real-time data capabilities to end-users ahead of schedule.
- Directed creation of five groundbreaking software applications to enhance alignment with executive strategic objectives.
- Directed evaluation and supervision of five mid-level managers while launching comprehensive training program that enhanced onboarding efficiency for new hires.
- Achieved recognition as a top-tier peer within cohort. Attended exclusive 2024 acquisitions seminar, presenting innovative procurement methods to c-suite executives. Influenced strategic discussions on procurement advancements.
- Spearheaded enterprise-wide deployment of critical mission-planning software across an entire fleet of advanced aerospace vehicles.
Operations Leader & Aviation Trainee
U.S. Air Force
Columbus, MS
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Completed rigorous, high-stakes aviation training programs, mastering complex operational procedures, rapid decision-making, and advanced technical systems management.
- Leveraged firsthand user-experience insights from complex operational environments to inform future software and systems acquisition strategies.
Flight Simulator Instructor
United States Air Force Academy
Colorado Springs, CO
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Instructed and mentored personnel on advanced flight simulation software, ensuring high standards of technical proficiency and organizational readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
United States Air Force Academy
Colorado Springs, CO04-2020
Skills
- Agile development methodology
- Cross-functional leadership
- Agile project management
- Employee evaluations
- Training system scope
- Product management
- Client relationships
- Training and mentoring
- Project leadership
- Staff training
- Experience with Agile frameworks
Websites
Timeline
Senior Technical Program Manager – Software & Integration
U.S. Air Force
11.2022 - Current
Operations Leader & Aviation Trainee
U.S. Air Force
02.2021 - 10.2022
Flight Simulator Instructor
United States Air Force Academy
04.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
United States Air Force Academy