Lori Shields

Deputy, PEO Maritime, U.S. Special Operations Command

Lori Shields is an Acquisition Program Manager for the Amphibious Assault Ship (LHA 9) Program at the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). She holds a GS-14 position, indicating a senior level of responsibility within the federal government.

Professional Background

Current Role: As an Acquisition Program Manager, Lori is responsible for overseeing the development and procurement processes related to the LHA 9 program, which is crucial for enhancing naval capabilities.
Expertise: She is recognized for her skills in leadership, program management, acquisition, financial management, and process improvement, making her a seasoned leader in her field.

Education

Lori has a strong educational background that supports her expertise in program management and acquisition strategies.

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Experience

Deputy, Program Executive Office - Maritime (PEO-M) at USSOCOM

Lieutenant Colonel, Deputy G5 at United States Army Reserve (May 2010 - Present); GS-15, Deputy, Amphibious Warfare Branch at Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (March 2021 - December 2022); NH-04, Acquisition Program Manager, Amphibious Assault Ship Program at Naval Sea Systems Command (March 2020 - March 2021); GS-14/NH-04, Acquisition Business Manager at Naval Sea Systems Command (September 2016 - March 2021); GS-14, Financial Management Program Analyst/Strategic Communications Director at Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (February 2013 - September 2016); R&D Development Engineer at Ethicon, Inc. (June 2010 - January 2013); Second Lieutenant - Captain, Field Artillery at US Army (May 2006 - May 2010)

Education

Electrical Engineering and Engineering at Florida Institute of Technology (2002 - 2006); MBA in Business at Cameron University (2008 - 2010); Engineering at Engineer Captains Career Course, U.S. Army (2013 - 2014); CGSOC Common Core at U.S. Army Command and General Staff College (2014 - 2015); Advanced Operations Course at U.S. Army Command and General Staff College (2016 - 2017); Joint and Combined Warfighting School - Hybrid at National Defense University (2020); Defense Strategy Course at National Defense University (2022)