Karen Mc Donald
About Karen Mc Donald
Karen McDonald serves as the Senior Principal Contracts for UK&I at Dedalus, bringing extensive experience in contract management from various roles in both the UK and the USA, including positions at Raytheon and NASA.
Current Role at Dedalus
Karen Mc Donald serves as the Senior Principal Contracts for the UK and Ireland at Dedalus. She has held this position since 2021, bringing her extensive experience in contract management to the organization. In her role, she is responsible for overseeing complex contracts and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Her focus is on delivering results-driven strategies that enhance the company's contract management processes.
Previous Experience in Contract Management
Before joining Dedalus, Karen Mc Donald accumulated significant experience in contract management across various organizations. She worked at DXC Technology as a Senior Commercial Manager in the UKI Healthcare & Life Sciences sector from 2012 to 2017. Prior to that, she held multiple roles at Raytheon, including Senior Manager for Space Systems Operations and Director of Commercial Satellite Ground Systems. Her career also includes a position as Associate Director at UnitedLex Corporation from 2017 to 2021.
Educational Background
Karen Mc Donald has a strong educational background in business and law. She earned her MBA from the University of Denver's Daniels College of Business between 1997 and 1999. Additionally, she studied law at the University of Denver's Sturm College of Law, where she obtained her JD from 2000 to 2004. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Old Dominion University.
Experience at NASA
Karen Mc Donald worked at NASA as a Contracting Officer from 1988 to 1996. During her eight years at NASA, she was involved in the management of contracts related to various space programs. This role contributed to her extensive knowledge of contract management within the public sector, further enhancing her expertise in the field.
International Experience
Karen Mc Donald possesses international experience in contract management, having worked in both the United Kingdom and the United States. Her roles in various organizations have provided her with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in managing contracts across different regulatory environments. This background enables her to navigate the challenges of contract management effectively.