Larry J. Parker
Hagerstown
Summary
Navy Commander with 30 years of leadership experience, leading a 172-person aviation maintenance department and serving as operations lead for a 110-member cross-functional team. Proven expertise in strategic planning, budget management, and operational optimization, delivering measurable results in high-pressure environments. Skilled in driving continuous improvement initiatives, mentoring leaders, and fostering collaboration across diverse teams to achieve safety, productivity, and performance goals. Adept at long-term planning, resource allocation, and building networks to enhance efficiency and cost savings, with a strong record of developing talent and exceeding organizational objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Lead
Valiant Integrated Services
11.2023 - Current
- Leads a Division of 25 subject matter experts from cross-functional teams to ensure the Joint Exercise Program data objectives and $200 million budget are aligned with the Joint Staff and Combatant Command Strategic Priorities.
- Developed and delivered data management standard operation procedures adopted by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense Readiness for strategic operational planning and execution of European theater military exercises to all Department of Defense Combatant Commands.
- Leverages AI tools to streamline military exercise development between 5 divisions to improve collaboration on shared projects and resource planning initiatives.
- Manages project timelines, ensuring successful completion within budget and on schedule.
- Collaborates with other Site Leads to share best practices and improve overall company performance.
Operations Manager
Amazon
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Leads and coordinates four 50-person shifts to achieve operational goals.
- Develops weekly labor plans to maximize cost efficiency to deliver annual inventory of $183 million dollars.
- Established training program to improve customer delivery accuracy from 98.3% to 99.76%.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
Joint Training Assessment Specialist
Valiant Integrated Services
12.2019 - 04.2022
- Performed analytical support, technical support, and services for planning, preparing, rehearsing, conducting, and assessing computer-aided joint and combined training events and exercises with 4 subordinate commands.
- Assessed existing doctrine/procedures to ensure conformance with organizational objectives, Tactics, Techniques, Procedures (TTPs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Facilitated the coordination and implementation of the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC)
- Coordinated and assisted exercise Action Officers as required to complete exercise planning stages
- Coordinated exercise requirements with the funding manager
- Produced After Action Reports
- Provided technical expertise, advice, and assistance to the Joint and Combined Exercises Branch Chief and staff
- Coordinated with component and J7 Joint Staff, processing of Significant Mission Exercise Briefs (SMEB) when required, action all requests for information from the Office of the Secretary of Defense and National Security Council that may be presented in reference to the SMEB
Operations Officer
United States European Command
12.2016 - 12.2019
- Planned and resourced personnel and logistics for United States European Command's Tier 1 bilateral JUNIPER series exercises resulting in 110 personnel trained to act quickly in critical roles supporting the United States and Allies and partners.
- Reviewed and revised standard operating procedures to incorporate employee and management feedback and streamline training processes.
- Managed cross-functional teams for the successful completion of projects within budget and timeline constraints.
- Coordinated visits and provided briefs to very important personnel (VIPs) improving knowledge and awareness of operational activities, programs and offerings.
Department Head
United States Navy
03.2013 - 10.2015
- Managed 172-member department responsible for maintenance of ten helicopters.
- Developed and implemented maintenance program that increased annual inspection score from 56.7% to 95.3%.
- Led Administration team responsible for 250 personnel records, $1.3 million in pay, and 178 personal awards.
- Coordinated 400-person formal event for Naval Helicopter Association overseeing $35,000 budget.
Education
Master of Arts - National Security and Strategic Studies
United States Naval War College
11.2016
Skills
Leadership training
Analytical reasoning
Strong organizational skills
Operational efficiency enhancement
Strategic planning
Effective composition under pressure
Process optimization expertise
Coaching for development
Site coordination
Personal Information
Timeline
Site Lead
Valiant Integrated Services
11.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Amazon
06.2022 - 10.2023
Joint Training Assessment Specialist
Valiant Integrated Services
12.2019 - 04.2022
Operations Officer
United States European Command
12.2016 - 12.2019
Department Head
United States Navy
03.2013 - 10.2015
Master of Arts - National Security and Strategic Studies
United States Naval War College