Marina Buie, Pmp MBA
About Marina Buie, Pmp MBA
Marina Buie is a Senior Program Manager with extensive experience in project management and a strong background in the aerospace industry. She holds an MBA and a Doctor of Business Administration, specializing in Non-Recurring Engineering manufacturing processes and DoD contract management.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Marina Buie serves as a Senior Program Manager at Rocket Lab, a position she has held since 2022. Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, she specializes in Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) manufacturing processes. In her role, she focuses on managing complex projects and ensuring effective program execution. Her experience in the aerospace sector contributes to her ability to navigate the challenges associated with program management in a high-tech environment.
Previous Experience at Sikorsky Aircraft
Marina Buie has extensive experience at Sikorsky Aircraft, where she held multiple positions. She worked as a Commercial Training Lead from 2006 to 2009, followed by roles as Fleet Planning Manager from 2009 to 2011 and International Military Program Manager from 2011 to 2013. Her responsibilities included overseeing training programs, fleet planning, and managing international military contracts, which provided her with a solid foundation in program management within the aerospace industry.
Work History at Carlisle Interconnect Technologies
From 2017 to 2020, Marina Buie worked as an Account Manager at Carlisle Interconnect Technologies in Mobile, Alabama. In this role, she was responsible for managing client accounts and fostering relationships with customers. Her experience in this position enhanced her skills in customer relations and account management, contributing to her overall expertise in program management.
Education and Expertise
Marina Buie has a strong educational background. She earned an Associate's Degree in Management Information Systems from the Community College of the Air Force in 2010. She then obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business with a specialization in Project Management from Capella University between 2007 and 2009. Buie furthered her education by achieving an MBA from the Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst from 2011 to 2013, and recently completed a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Project Management from Capella University in 2023. Her academic achievements complement her professional expertise in managing DoD contracts and implementing Earned Value Management (EVM) systems.
Military Service in the US Air Force Reserve
Marina Buie served in the US Air Force Reserve as a Staff Sergeant from 2006 to 2012. Her military service provided her with valuable experience in leadership and project management within a structured environment. This background has contributed to her ability to manage complex programs and foster strong team dynamics in her subsequent roles in the aerospace industry.