Rick Harris
About Rick Harris
Rick Harris is a Senior Manager at Sandia National Laboratories with a long-standing career in various managerial roles since 1970, specializing in mechanical design and information systems.
Professional Background at Sandia National Laboratories
Rick Harris holds an extensive career at Sandia National Laboratories, starting from 1970. Over the decades, Rick has held multiple managerial and technical roles, reflecting a deep involvement in various projects and initiatives. His tenure includes roles like Senior Manager in Albuquerque, NM from 2013 onwards and previously in Washington, DC from 2011 to 2013. Rick has also served as the Senior Manager between 2007 and 2011, Manager - Mechanical Design from 2003 to 2007, Manager - Information Systems from 1999 to 2003 and again from 1997 to 1999. Earlier positions include Manager - Information Technology from 1994 to 1997, and Technical Staff between 1984 and 1990.
Engineering and Mechanical Design Expertise
Rick Harris has a robust foundation in mechanical engineering and design, supported by a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan. At Sandia National Laboratories, Rick has managed various divisions focusing on mechanical design, a testament to his expertise in the field. His role from 2003 to 2007 as Manager - Mechanical Design involved steering complex projects, showcasing his adeptness in mechanical systems and engineering solutions.
Authored and Managed Decision Support for NNSA HQ
In his capacity at Sandia National Laboratories, Rick Harris has authored and managed decision support taskings for the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Headquarters management. This role involved detailed analysis and synthesis of data to aid senior management in making informed decisions about key infrastructure and security matters.
NNSA HQ Business Analytics Integration
Rick Harris has been instrumental in integrating site results to support the NNSA HQ senior management with business analytics from an enterprise perspective. His collaborative approach included partnering with various sites to enhance National Security Enterprise (NSE) models, ensuring a cohesive and well-structured flow of information and analytics across different divisions and locations.
Collaboration on NSE-Wide Model Enhancement Projects
Rick Harris has demonstrated a keen ability to co-architect broad-reaching model enhancement projects within the National Security Enterprise. Partnering with multiple sites, he has worked on improving and refining NSE-wide models, laying a foundation for more accurate and effective management tools and strategies.