connie spittler

* Delivered expert consultations and in-depth analysis of launch vehicle and spacecraft competencies * Provided wide-ranging consulting services, partnering cross-functionally to foster successful outcomes * Created detailed Excel models, reporting metrics and data analysis in support of strategic decision making * Authored comprehensive explanations of aerospace concepts for non-technical high-level executives, ensuring technical concepts were communicated in clear, concise, and relevant manner

* Implemented strategies for scientific conferences and promoted James Webb Space Telescope to public * Collaborated with potential Principal Investigators in identifying goals for space science mission * Communicated science goals to engineering team for identifying mission requirements * Attended scientific meetings and Congressional hearings, and provided reports to key leaders * Contributed as Systems Engineer for NGAS International X-Ray Observatory concept team * Delivered systems engineering support for Lunar Polar Quest – NASA’s New Frontiers proposal * Led as Deputy Systems Engineer for NASA ACCESS exoplanet study, leading NGAS team in Astrophysics Strategic Mission Concept Study * Supported instrument development for exoplanet studies at NASA/JPL * Co-created astronomical simulation of exoplanet systems for New Worlds Observer mission concept * Coordinated with and supported systems engineering, science requirement development and proposal integration for proposed NASA Flagship, New Frontiers, and Discovery missions

* Directed team in improving proposal process, and conducted proposal management and technical writing * Analyzed NASA’s budget and space policy documents, fostering civil space business growth * Evaluated new space companies and mission concepts for M&A and strategic partnerships * Delivered expert information and support for small science missions to NASA centers * Represented organization at scientific conferences and presented industry trends reports to leaders; * Enhanced awareness of space physics and astrophysics, and competencies for future space missions * Generated division-level discretionary budget, and implemented tracking to identify/mitigate overruns * Supported General Manager in developing annual strategic plan * Researched competitors’ spacecraft products to ascertain strategic direction for multiple spacecraft lines

* Assisted in planning company’s participation at major scientific and industry conferences * Established relationships with aerospace community, gaining new business and increased revenues * Supported development of external Interface Control Documents for NASA’s Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System (TDRSS) Space Network (SN) Ground System Sustainment (SGSS) project, defining interface between SGSS and user spacecraft

Global Science & Technology was founded in 1991. Currently, Global Science & Technology has offices in six locations: Greenbelt, Maryland; Arlington, Virginia; Fairmont, West Virginia; Boulder, Colorado; and Asheville, North Carolina. Global Science & Technology has built a highly specialized workforce that includes experts in key domains of engineering, science, communications, and information technology. Global Science & Technology provides all levels of scientific and technical expertise and support within the federal Research and Development (R&D) laboratory environment. Global Science & Technology's major clients include NASA Goddard Space Flight Center(GSFC), NASA Headquarters, NOAA, Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Justice (DOJ), and the State of West Virginia. Much of Global Science & Technology's work has been in direct support of NASA and NOAA science missions and related data systems. Global Science & Technology's signature emphasis is on systems interoperability and solutions based on open standards to create efficiencies and reduce overall cost of operations.

Activities and Societies: President, Chi Epsilon Pi (Atmospheric Science Graduate Student Society)

Activities and Societies: Women's ice hockey

Activities and Societies: George Washington Space Society