Hector Alvarez
About Hector Alvarez
Hector Alvarez serves as the Senior Vice President and General Manager of Training and Readiness at Valiant Integrated Services, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in engineering and management, with previous roles at GE, Lockheed Martin, and Hughes Aircraft Company.
Work at Integrated Services
Hector Alvarez serves as the Senior Vice President and General Manager of Training and Readiness at Valiant Integrated Services. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's operations in Herndon, Virginia. In this role, he oversees the management of corporate-wide delivery orders, which total over $600 million. His responsibilities include ensuring the effective execution of training programs and readiness initiatives across the organization.
Previous Experience in Engineering and Management
Prior to his current role, Hector Alvarez accumulated extensive experience in engineering and management. He worked at GE as a Systems Support Engineer from 1985 to 1990. He then joined Hughes Aircraft Company, where he served as Program Manager for Common Display Programs from 1990 to 1996. Following this, he spent 25 years at Lockheed Martin, where he held the position of Vice President and General Manager for Special Operations Forces Global Logistics Support from 1996 until 2021.
Education and Expertise
Hector Alvarez holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. He furthered his education at the Florida Institute of Technology, where he earned a Master of Science degree in Business Administration and Management. His educational background supports his expertise in managing large-scale contract vehicles and overseeing complex training and readiness programs.
Management of Large-Scale Contracts
In his professional capacity, Hector Alvarez is responsible for managing large-scale Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicles, including CR2, Seaport-e, and GSA. His experience in this area highlights his capability in handling significant financial and operational responsibilities within the defense and aerospace sectors.