Anthony Dionisio
1825 Vista Cove Rd.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
cell • 904-599-5639
e-mail • adionisio@live.com
web • anthonydionisio.com
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Anthony is a full-scope plug and play solution for your firm's DOD acquisition, aerospace or engineering
problems. His breadth spans various functions from business development to systems engineering
involving some of the most advanced emerging DOD technologies in development today. He holds a
Master of Aeronautical Science and more than 10 years of global defense industry experience with a
broad systems engineering, field engineering, information technology and program management
background. He has a deep understanding of military operations, warfare technologies, aviation
manufacturing and globalization in the defense/aerospace industries. He specializes in full-spectrum risk
management and has extensive experience supporting forward warfare operations in both Iraq and
Afghanistan. His background allows him to not only provide immediate results for your firm, but will bring
valuable analytical skills and in-theater experience to your company’s global aerospace and defense
endeavors. Holds an active Secret Clearance. Willing to relocate globally including Iraq/Afghanistan.
CORE COMPETENCIES
DOD acquisitions, IED defeat, HUMINT, SIGINT, EW/ECCM systems, RF, FAR/DFAR, T&E, FMS,
C4ISR, UAV, UAS, ATM, FAA/ICOA regulations, radar/radio systems, weapons systems, military
communication/network equipment, network-centric warfare, battlespace management, military logistics,
human factors engineering, business development, earned value management, globalization strategy
management, brand management, marketing techniques, direct commercial sales, strategic planning, risk
management, quality assurance/control, airline operations and airport management.
EXPERIENCE
Managing Engineer, Rapid Equipping Force Lab Kandahar, Ideal Innovations Inc. (2010-2011)
 Embedded with the United States Army Rapid Equipping Force in Kandahar, Afghanistan providing
rapid COTS/GOTS and laboratory developed materiel solutions to the forward deployed war fighter.
 Designed, developed, researched and implemented various improvements to the MRAP program
including RPG nets, boomerang countermeasures and soldier electrical/communication interfaces.
 Oversee the development and forward deployment of various emerging HUMINT/SIGINT technologies
 Manage various IED defeat projects including the development of “theater-wide” IED defeat concepts.
 Developed, procured and built over 12 projects in-theater for the US Army worth over $125,000.
Field Engineer Senior Lead, Elevated Sensors Iraq, CSC (2010)
 Forward deployed system maintainer supporting the United States Army 402 nd Army Field Support
Brigade with repair activities, equipment fielding and technical training of ten elevated sensor platforms.
 Provided on-site field support at more than 30 COB/FOB/JSS/CCPs overseeing 250+ systems including
BETSS-C, RAID, MEE, Aerostat, CERBERUS, FPS, RDISS, MRT and G-BOSS.
Senior Systems Engineer, Iraq Air Command and Control System, Jacobs Technology (2009-2010)
 Embedded with the United States Air Force Electronic Systems Command 350th Wing overseeing all
Foreign Military Sales Programs to Iraq including the installation of three long range radars, various
communication/network equipment, two sector operations centers, an air operations center, various air
defense weapons systems and training/manning packages for system operators/maintainers.
 Responsible for advising MNSTC-I and the Iraqi Air Force on the development and systems integration
of all C4I systems in Iraq with specific oversight of human factors, system engineering and
interoperability with the entire Iraqi Defense Network/Iraq Air Sovereignty Master Plan.
 Responsible for identifying multiple contract overlaps providing savings of over $3 million to the USAF.
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 Personally responsible for the systems oversight, installation and testing of a Lockheed Martin Sector
Operations Center and TPS-77/FPS-117 LRR site in Iraq for a contract in excess of $30 million.
Carrier Air Traffic Control Center Supervisor, USS John C. Stennis, USN (2003-2008)
 Responsible for the safe and orderly control of air traffic in both the take-off and landing phases of flight.
 Directly responsible for combat aircraft carrying over 100 personnel and worth over $2 billion.
 In theater experience in both Operations OIF/OEF with key exposure to the Master Air Tasking Order
and issues regarding middle-eastern sovereign airspace, including air defense identification zones.
 Oversaw daily and preventative maintenance of ATC radars including SPN-41, SPN-43 and SPN-46.
 Qualified as both a surface and air warfare specialist covering C4ISM and other warfare systems.
 Hands-on experience with multiple fighter C4I technologies including Link 16, ECM/ECCM systems,
weapons systems, DGPS and the radar beacon system modes 1-5, A, C and S.
 Oversaw the installation and testing of a Raytheon STARS Air Traffic Management upgrade package
including the preparation and presentation of familiarity and operator training for a team of 40.
 Oversaw the development, qualification and manning for a team of 30 air traffic control operators
including a training plan leading to 90 professional qualifications, a 40% increase over my predecessor.
Material Handler and Contracts Assistant, Boeing Aerospace (2002-2003)
 Managed parts kits and production materials used on the FA-18 A+ Modification Program. Instrumental
in the implementation of LEAN Six Sigma on an airplane production line reducing refit times by 20%.
 Performed multiple functions in contracts management, including cost estimating and procurement for
military aerospace contracts in excess of $100 million.
Materials Assistant, Aero Metals (2000-2002)
 Managed the retrieval, packaging and shipping of metal alloys to various global aerospace customers.
 Assisted sales team with sourcing and brokering materials for large aerospace defense contractors.
EDUCATION
Master of Aeronautical Science, Aviation and Aerospace Management, 2007-2010
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, Florida
 Graduated with 3.9GPA. Courses in Operations, Human Factors, Systems Engineering and Safety.
 Graduate Capstone Project: Air Traffic Controller Fatigue and Human Error.
Bachelor of Science, Professional Aeronautics, 2003-2006
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, Florida
 Minor in Aviation Safety, covering OSHA, EPA and other safety regulations.
 Graduated Summa Cum Laude, member of the Alpha Sigma Lambda National Honor Society.
CERTIFICATIONS
 Federal Aviation Administration Air Traffic Control Specialist
 Navy Carrier Air Traffic Control Center Supervisor
 Navy Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist
 Navy Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist
Defense Acquisition University, Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA)
 International Acquisition/Business Management/Weapons Systems Program Management, Level I
 System Planning, Research, Development and Engineering Science and Technology Manager, Level I
 QA/Manufacturing/Production Engineer Production, Quality and Manufacturing, Level I
 CIO Office/CDA/PO/Field Activities Information Technology, Level I
 Acquisition/Sustainment Program Systems Engineering, Level I
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SKILLS
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Background in finance/business accounting activities including GAAP and the SAP Software Suite.
Advanced user of Microsoft Office Enterprise Suite, MS Project and other Windows based software.
Vast knowledge of computer hardware, networking, data base programs and programming languages.
Skilled in website/graphics design including Flash, Java and HTML using the Adobe CS4 Suite.
Experienced in technical writing, instructional design and interpreting various engineering schematics.
Knowledge of various geo-political situations, trade agreements and export controls globally.
Extensive background investing in agriculture and precious metal commodities in the United States.
Languages: English (Native), Russian (Intermediate), Spanish (Intermediate)
EQUIPMENT
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Elevated Sensors – BETSSC, RAID, MEE, Aerostat, CERBERUS, FPS, RDISS, MRT, GBOSS, LRAS3
Radars – TPS-77/FPS-117, MK23 TAR, SPN-41 ATC, SPN-43 ASR, SPN-46 PALS, SPS-48E ASR
Communication Systems – Northrop Grumman SATCC/VCS, VoIP phone systems, UHF/VHF radios
Air Traffic Management Systems – Raytheon Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System
Weapons Systems – Mk 15 Phalanx 20mm CIWS, Mk 29 Sea Sparrow GMLS, Mk 91 GMCCS
C2 Systems – USQ-119E(V)27 GCCS-M, Iraq Air C2 System I-ACCS
AWARDS
United States Navy
 Certificate of Commendation Three Awards, National Defense Service Medal, Global War On Terrorism
Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon Two
Awards, Navy Good Conduct Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Junior Sailor of the Month