Thomas Wells

Thomas Wells has a diverse work experience in the field of acquisition and contracting. Thomas has held various leadership roles in different organizations, including Dayton Aerospace, Inc., where they are currently a Vice President and Senior Associate. In this position, they provide strategic direction and financial oversight while also supporting clients in acquisition programs. Thomas has also worked as an Instructor at Management Concepts, teaching courses in Acquisition. Prior to this, they served in the US Air Force, where they held positions such as Director of Contracting at HQ Air Force Materiel Command and Director of Contracting at Electronic Systems Center. In these roles, they led major command contracting functions and spearheaded procurement transformations. Overall, Thomas has demonstrated expertise in acquisition strategy, contract management, and process re-engineering.

Thomas Wells completed their education in the following chronological order:

1. From 1978 to 1980, they attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Park Administration.

2. Subsequently, from 1986 to 1988, they pursued a Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Public Administration at Utah State University.

Apart from their formal education, Thomas Wells has also obtained the following certifications:

1. In April 1993, they completed the Acquisition Professional Development Program Level III - Contracting (Systems Acquisition) from the United States Department of Defense.

2. In August 2010, they obtained the Acquisition Professional Development Program Level III - Systems Program Management, also from the United States Department of Defense.

Additionally, Thomas Wells holds the certification of Certified Federal Contracts Manager, granted by the National Contract Management Association (NCMA). The specific month and year of obtaining this certification are not provided.