Karleton M. D.
About Karleton M. D.
Karleton M. D. is a Senior Acquisition Manager at Odyssey Systems, overseeing the USAFE Innovations and Transformation program at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. With over two decades of experience in the U.S. Army and extensive educational qualifications, he specializes in contract administration and procurement for the United States Air Force Europe Adversary Air Program.
Current Role at Odyssey Systems
Karleton M. serves as the Senior Acquisition Manager for USAFE Innovations and Transformation at Odyssey Systems. He has held this position since 2021, working from Ramstein Air Base in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. In this role, he manages and directs the contract administration and procurement processes for the United States Air Force Europe Adversary Air Program, which is a $32 million initiative focused on adversarial air combat training. He develops strategy recommendations and execution approaches for government consideration and presentations to partner nations and program stakeholders.
Previous Experience in the U.S. Army
Karleton M. has a 22-year tenure with the U.S. Army, serving from 1999 to 2021. His extensive military experience has provided him with a solid foundation in acquisition management and leadership. During his service, he developed skills that are applicable to his current role in managing complex procurement processes and strategic planning.
Education and Certifications
Karleton M. holds a Master of Arts in Management and Organizational Leadership from Webster University. He also completed the ILE Common Core at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College. His undergraduate degree is a Bachelor of Arts in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Missouri-Columbia. He possesses DAWIA Level III certifications in both Contracting and Program Management and is a Certified Federal Contract Manager through NCMA. Additionally, he holds an active TS/SCI security clearance.
Experience at Computer Science Corporation
Before joining Odyssey Systems, Karleton M. worked at Computer Science Corporation as a Military Liaison in Training with Industry from 2013 to 2014. This role involved facilitating communication and collaboration between military operations and industry practices, enhancing his understanding of both sectors.
Acquisition Management Expertise
In his current and previous roles, Karleton M. provides acquisition management guidance that aligns with Department of Defense and Air Force directives, instructions, regulations, and policies. His expertise includes managing procurement processes and ensuring compliance with government standards, which is critical for the successful execution of defense programs.