Katherine Brock
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
I am a self-motivated professional with extensive experience in various facets of project management and coordination. I am adept at leading teams and providing training to enhance organizational efficiency. My expertise spans over a decade in orchestrating complex initiatives, demonstrating exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to professional development.
Additionally, I possess significant expertise in professional and technical communication. This experience has been instrumental in implementing effective process and product methodologies, ensuring the production of high-quality deliverables. My approach is methodical and detail-oriented, focused on aligning team efforts with organizational objectives.
Furthermore, I have considerable experience working with Department of Defense (DoD) processes, procedures, and software. My knowledge in this area includes an in-depth understanding of the specific needs and challenges associated with DoD initiatives, equipping me to deliver results that meet stringent compliance standards and expectations.
Experience
- Product Specialist/Product Owner | Boeing
April 2020 - Present
- Performed administrative activities for CMPRO, supporting Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO).
- Developed business and functional requirements for application improvements.
- Solved complex applications problems, system administration issues, and network concerns.
- Recorded metric data for IT&DA dashboard reporting.
- Senior Software Test Engineer | Jacobs
May 2018 - March 2020
- Provided testing guidance and updated the PEX Test Management Guide (TMG).
- Ensured testing tools and procedures adhered to CMMI Level 3.
- Coordinated test activities, prioritizing, planning, and executing testing procedures.
- Implemented Selenium framework for CICD.
- Software Test Analyst | Jacobs
January 2017 - May 2018
- Operated within a DevOps culture using agile processes.
- Developed and executed comprehensive test cases utilizing AzureDevOps.
- Provided feedback on software design, usability, and functionality.
- Updated test suite repository based on software changes.
- Technical Writer | Jacobs
June 2015 - January 2017
- Created production materials for the Air Force using Patriot Excalibur software.
- Coordinated with stakeholders on production materials implementation.
- Developed processes for software documentation.
- Conducted formal document reviews for all company and government deliverables.
- Graduate Teaching Assistant | University of South Florida
August 2013 - May 2015
- Evaluated workplace writing theory and practice with emphasis on multi-media technology.
- Assisted professionals in strengthening writing skills.
- Developed lesson plans in Canvas LMS and led collaborative projects.
EDUCATION
- University of South Florida
Master of Science (M.S.), Business Analytics and Information Systems
In Progress
- University of South Florida
Master of Arts (M.A.), English | Rhetoric and Composition
2013 - 2015
- University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
2009 - 2013
