Johanna Lewis
About Johanna Lewis
Johanna Lewis is a Director at Applied Research Solutions, overseeing a team of approximately 150 employees and subcontractors. She has extensive experience in program management and engineering, having held various leadership roles in organizations such as Southern Research and Boeing.
Work at Applied Research Solutions
Johanna Lewis currently serves as Director at Applied Research Solutions, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees a team of approximately 150 employees and subcontractors, executing the C3I&N mission at Hanscom Air Force Base. Prior to this role, she worked as a Program Manager at the same organization from 2020 to 2021. Her responsibilities include managing subcontractor cost, schedule, and technical performance for the EPASS contract, as well as leading the Aerial Networks and Special Programs Divisions under this contract.
Previous Experience at Southern Research
Johanna Lewis worked at Southern Research from 2011 to 2020, where she held multiple positions. She served as Associate Director of Systems Development from 2011 to 2016 and then as Director of the Program Management Office in the Engineering Division from 2016 to 2020. During her tenure, she was responsible for overseeing various engineering projects and managing teams to ensure successful project delivery in the Birmingham, Alabama area.
Career Background in Project Management
Johanna Lewis has extensive experience in project management, beginning her career at The University of Alabama at Birmingham, where she worked as a Project Manager from 1994 to 2004. She later transitioned to Boeing as a Design Engineer from 1988 to 1994. This diverse background has equipped her with skills in managing complex projects and leading teams effectively across various industries.
Education and Expertise
Johanna Lewis holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from The University of Alabama in Huntsville. She also studied Masters Engineering Management at the same institution. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in engineering principles and management practices, which she applies in her current role and throughout her career.
Leadership and Coordination Skills
In her current position, Johanna Lewis acts as the primary customer contact for division program activities. She conducts program review sessions to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance, ensuring that all requirements and expectations are effectively communicated and met. Her leadership skills enable her to coordinate with functional organizations to achieve project goals and maintain high standards of performance.