Bulent Arac

Motivated and results-focused Program and Technical Manager with more than 12 years of experience in military technology projects first as systems engineer then as manager and lastly as Director. Profession is RF System Design and Optimization, network systems. Formal training and successful track record in project management. All-round project and product development related skills including system design, system engineering activities (requirement definition etc.), scope, quality, SRR-PDR-CDR phases, testing, implementation and operations management and execution, as well as budget and resource management.

Experienced in NCIA bidding and project execution processes. Particularly effective in complex multi-stakeholder project environments where essential skills as communicator and negotiator stand-out.

Managing in group Software and Embedded Software Design, RF Hardware Design, Mechanical Design, Systems Engineering, Test Engineering and Project Management teams.

• Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
• Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
• Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
• Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
• Expert on RF system and data link system design and analyses (Link Budget, Fresnel etc.)
• Expert on systems engineering processes regarding the military standards
• Layer-2 and Layer-3 Network Systems
• Testing Tools and methodologies (Spectrum Analyser/Vector Network Analyser)
• Test Management
• Implementation and Operation Management
• Budget, time and resource management

In Savronik, I worked and managed communication, Satellite communication, Data Link Systems projects for manned, unmanned and ground platforms. My responsibilities; - Test and Acceptance Management - Systems Engineering Management - RF System Link analysis - Proposal Manager - Project Management - RF System Desing and Solutions - RF System and Equipments Testing - RF System Integration- System Integration - Field Test and Installation - System Engineering processes- RF System

• Identified areas of improvement through regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and coaching for team members.
• Collaborated with other group managers to develop best practices for operational efficiency across departments.
• Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and prioritizing tasks.
• Drove organizational change initiatives that resulted in streamlined operations, improved employee morale, and increased efficiencies throughout the group.

Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.

• Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
• Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
• Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.

• Applying systems engineering processes regarding military standards and executing system desing and test activities
• Contributed towards continuous improvement initiatives aimed at streamlining internal processes and enhancing overall service delivery quality.
• Designed high availability strategies to minimize downtime during critical systems outages or disasters recovery scenarios.
• Developed custom software solutions for various business needs, resulting in improved productivity.
• Coordinated with stakeholders throughout all stages of the project lifecycle from inception to completion.