Michael Cashe
Valley Forge
Summary
Versatile and results-driven leader with 24+ years of experience. A proven ability to effectively manage teams, processes, and tools while leveraging the Full Spectrum Leadership Framework to drive project success, align with organizational goals, and foster talent development throughout the entirety of a dynamic career. Proficient in Full Spectrum Leadership Framework, delivering results, shaping future, and building effective relationships. Skilled in talent development, providing feedback, mentoring, and attracting new talent. Experienced in overseeing projects from start to finish, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. CAM 101 Certified. Cleared DoD TS
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer
Lockheed Martin - RMS
05.2025 - Current
- Deputy EPM for the KSA JFC2 RFI: Authored BOEs, managed risks in ROADS, and contributed to the Technical Volume.
- Led facilities coordination to secure dedicated space for the US lab, conference rooms, and office areas, ensuring project infrastructure met mission requirements
- Led Team Composition Volume for JCC2-R Proposal; produced a 100 % compliant response meeting Air Force requirements.
- Directed RBAC cyber-security hardening for AIR 6500 program, applying Australian ISM controls to achieve full compliance and audit-ready cloud deployments.
Program Manager Asc. / CAM
Lockheed Martin - Space
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Executed cost and schedule for Mk21A Engineering, Manufacturing, and Development phases (70 % programmatic, 30 % technical).
- Managed product Control Accounts: earned‑value reporting, staffing, baseline control, and variance resolution.
Principal Investigator
Lockheed Martin - RMS
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed $1.8 M IRAD budget for Corporate Hypersonic Defense “Big Bet” (Pitch Black).
- Delivered flawless C2 element for the Hypersonic Defense kill web at JWX ‘23, ensuring System‑of‑Systems integration across multiple business lines.
Software Engineering Manager - Associate
Lockheed Martin - RMS
03.2019 - 04.2024
- Supervised 18+ engineers across three programs; implemented Full Spectrum Leadership Framework to shape future talent and boost team performance.
- Partnered with senior engineers to align staffing, baseline, and earned-value reporting with corporate milestones.
- Championed talent pipelines through career fairs, mentorship, and performance-metric initiatives.
Software Engineering Lead
Lockheed Martin - RMS
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Oversaw Advanced Sensors Technology project; acted as primary client liaison for requirements and expectations.
- Modernized legacy codebases, introduced modular architecture, and cut operating costs while improving scalability
Software Engineering Staff
Lockheed Martin - RMS
10.2018 - 12.2022
- Modernized legacy codebases, introduced modular architecture, and cut operating costs while improving scalability.
- Designed core capabilities for Multi-Domain Battle Manager (MDBM) - Fire Direction Orders, OMS Messaging, UCI v76 - using Java Spring Boot, MongoDB, AngularJS.
- Produced cost estimates and schedules for major proposals; enhanced F-35 ALIS maintenance via PowerShell automation.
Earlier Experience
Lockheed Martin - RMS
05.2011 - 10.2018
- Software Engineer Senior (2014 - 2018): Scrum Master for NGA Motion Imagery Services; led Tiger Team for high-priority test issues.
- Systems Integration & Test Lead (2011 - 2014): Integrated Full Motion Video solution with Harris Broadcasting; delivered on-site training for Joint Forces Command.
Education
Master of Science - Healthcare Informatics
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA05.2021
Master of Science - Information Science
Pennsylvania State University
Malvern, PA12.2003
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems
Cheyney University
Cheyney, PA12.1997
Skills
- Software Engineering
- Proposal Management
- Strategic Planning
- Cost-Account Management
- Product Leadership
- Project Leadership
- Talent Development
- Team Building
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Customer Engagement
- Risk Management
- Schedule Management
- Earned-Value Management
Websites
Timeline
Project Engineer
Lockheed Martin - RMS
05.2025 - Current
Program Manager Asc. / CAM
Lockheed Martin - Space
04.2024 - 05.2025
Principal Investigator
Lockheed Martin - RMS
01.2023 - 04.2024
Software Engineering Lead
Lockheed Martin - RMS
05.2022 - 04.2023
Software Engineering Manager - Associate
Lockheed Martin - RMS
03.2019 - 04.2024
Software Engineering Staff
Lockheed Martin - RMS
10.2018 - 12.2022
Earlier Experience
Lockheed Martin - RMS
05.2011 - 10.2018
Master of Science - Information Science
Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems
Cheyney University
Master of Science - Healthcare Informatics
Drexel University