Dominic Contino
About Dominic Contino
Dominic Contino serves as the Sr. Director of Business Development & Capture at Cayuse Holdings, where he focuses on managing 8(a) and HUBZone companies. He has a diverse background in business development, contract capture, and aviation maintenance, supported by an MBA and extensive military experience.
Current Role at Cayuse Holdings
Dominic Contino serves as the Senior Director of Business Development & Capture at Cayuse Holdings. He has been in this role since 2022, where he focuses on developing business opportunities and securing new contracts. His work supports various U.S. government agencies, Tribal nations, and clients in the commercial sector. He manages 8(a) and HUBZone companies under the Cayuse Holdings portfolio, leveraging his expertise to enhance business growth and operational success.
Professional Experience
Dominic Contino has a diverse professional background. Prior to his current position, he worked at Science Systems and Applications, Inc. (SSAI) as the ESES III Group Lead for three months in 2022. He also held roles at Sierra Lobo, Inc. as a Quality Assurance Specialist from 2014 to 2016, and at Stinger Ghaffarian Technologies (SGT) as a Quality Assurance Engineer in 2014. His military experience includes serving in the United States Air Force as an Aircraft Fuel Systems Technician and later as an Aerospace Propulsion Craftsman in the Air National Guard.
Education and Qualifications
Dominic Contino has a strong educational background. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Frostburg State University, studying from 2018 to 2020. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Supply Chain Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus. Additionally, he completed an Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Maintenance Technology at the Community College of the Air Force and an Associate of Arts in General Studies from Frederick Community College.
Military Service
Dominic Contino served in the United States Air Force from 1999 to 2003 as an Aircraft Fuel Systems Technician. Following this, he continued his military career with the Air National Guard, where he worked as an Aerospace Propulsion Craftsman from 2003 to 2016 and later as an Occupational Safety and Health Specialist until 2023. His military service has contributed to his technical skills and leadership capabilities.
Industry Expertise
Dominic Contino possesses expertise in managing business development initiatives and capturing contracts within the defense and aerospace sectors. His experience includes working with companies owned by the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR). His skills in quality assurance and safety management further enhance his ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and ensure compliance across various projects.