1. Robert Bixby
30523 Butler Rd., Cedar Falls, IA 50613 | 319.830.5258 | Robert.Bixby@gmail.com
Education
University of Northern Iowa
Bachelor of Arts – All Sciences (1996)
Summary
Resourceful Technical Project Manager skilled in streamlining implementations of software and
educational programs, while maintaining and controlling schedules to ensure maximum
productivity, business revenue, and customer satisfaction. Expertise in the coordination of a
diversity of teams and resources to complete project objectives. Organized and detail oriented
with a hard working determination to complete tasks.
Skills
Extensive experience with PTC’s full suite of software products including Windchill PDMLink,
ProjectLink, Pro/E Wildfire, and Creo. Managed projects for both customer implementations
and upgrades of Pro/E and Pro/INTRALINK. Managed projects of both small and medium
scale Pro/INTRALINK data migrations. Project management experience with the design and
implementation of PTC’s Precision Learning Training Programs (PLP). PLPs include the
assessment and needs analysis of the Pro/E/Creo/Windchill users to develop an individualized
training program resulting in ultimate improvement of the customer’s use of the engineering
tools.
Have five years tooling, fixture, and component design experience with Deere and Company.
Designed cable harnesses for NASA/Boeing SLS program.
Pro/ENGINEER / Creo - 40,000 hours
Windchill PDM Link - 15,000 hours
Windchill Projectlink - 12,000 hours
Microsoft Office - 30,000 hours
Microsoft Project - 6,000 hours
 Resource Planning
 Scheduling
 Requirements Gathering
 Process Improvements
 Skilled Negotiator
 Confident Decision Maker
 Proficient Communicator
 Collaborative Leader
 Knowledge of Design and
Development

2. Shape Fidelity (October 2012 – September 2015)
Oversaw the design, development, and release of design models and drawing packages
(Routed Systems group) for the NASA / Boeing SLS program. Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire / Creo
subject matter expert for the Core Stage product in Huntsville, AL.
Boeing Aerospace
Sr. Application Engineer – CAD Integration Group Lead
October 2012 – September 2015
Process architect for the virtual 3D model of the Core Stage on the SLS program, where I was
responsible for creating documentation and mentoring/training of design engineers in using the
CAD/PDM system. I was the Routed Systems group team lead on the SLS CAD Integration
team.
Key Activities:
 Monitored workflow and made adjustments as required
 Developed and delivered status reports, cost estimates, and resource plans
 Responsible for the oversight of the models so they adhered to best practices and
standards
 Provided hands on mentoring and demonstrations on how to best perform modeling
activities within the routed systems group
 Provided Creo and Windchill support for Core Stage development most closely aligned
to the Routed Systems group
 Supported the User Acceptance Training for the implementation of Creo 2.0 and
Windchill 10.1
 Key to the development, documentation, implementation, and adoption of Program CAD
standards and Best Practices
 Created documentation to control the import of vendor models and how they are to be
used in CAD structure
 Created and Revised design documentation for the Core Stage development
 Provided modeling support for vendor models and standard parts
Parametric Technology Corporation (March1997 – October 2012)
NASA
Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) and Kennedy Space Center (KSC)
Project Manager / Learning Architect
March 2008 – March 2011
Integral to the development and initial implementation of Modular Product Architecture and the
early phase of 3D Model design at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center.
Key Activities:
 Developed custom Modular Product Architecture (MPA – Skeleton Structure) process
and training based on specific NASA MSFC methods and practices, including web
based training modules

3.  Trained team members on program requirements
 Coordinated with customer to gather requirements and manage expectations
 Oversaw multiple projects across all phases of development
 Monitored workflow and made adjustments as required
 Worked as part of an interdisciplinary team to achieve desired milestones
 Collaborated with stakeholders to develop and adjust project plan
 Developed and delivered status reports, cost estimates, and resource plans
 Made critical decisions and drive decision-making across the project
 Contributed input and guidance to MPA Interface definitions in conjunction with NASA
design leads and PTC process experts
 Audited all design groups on the Ares/SRS launch platform to ensure design conforms
to Modular Product Architecture standards
 Team member responsible for writing components to the new NASA Standards
document
 Provided input during the development and refinement of NASA MSFC and KSC CAD
standards and best practices.
 Assembly Integrator for Lox (Liquid Oxygen) Tank and Inter-stage subsystems to the
Ares/SRS vehicle
 Provided guidance on process, methodology, and direct content review that will support
the project team
Deere & Company
Project Manager / Learning Architect
2007
Key Activities:
 Member of the Windchill Core Team
 Project Manager for PTC University resources for the Convergence Program
 Developed worldwide delivery mechanism for Deere PDM training material
 Developed configured training material based on the customer’s processes
 Led meetings with customer and PTC team to define activities
 Presented proposal to senior managers
Harman International
Project Manager / Learning Architect
2008
Key Activities:
 Managed team of developers in creating a training curriculum and content
 Developed custom training material based on the customer’s processes
 Presented to senior executives proposals and status updates
 Led meetings with customer and product stream team to define processes
 Developed and delivered training internationally

4. Case - New Holland / Caterpillar / Volvo Construction / United Launch Alliance
Project Manager / Learning Architect
2006 - 2008
Key Activities:
 Managed team of Learning Consultants in interviewing and assessing users
 Managed team of developers in creating a training curriculum and content
 Developed configured training material based on the customer’s processes.
 Led meetings with customer and PTC team to define activities
M. StabenowDesign
Designer
1988 - 1993
Key Activities:
 Designed and modeled tooling and fixtures
 Designed and built CAD models for purchased castings and forgings
 Liaison between Deere quality and supplier
 Tractor component design in Pro/ENGINEER.
References
John A Radke
Manager, Worldwide Customer Support
John Deere Power Systems
319.292.5247
RadkeJohnA@JohnDeere.com
Dr. Pete Rodriguez
Victory Solutions Inc.
Senior Vice President of Space Systems
256.529.3377
Pivan@v-s-inc.com
Matt Anderson
United States Forest Service
Craig District Ranger
Tongass National Forest
907.826.3271 (office)
Mark Reiland
MRS Appraisals
President
319.331.2270
Merv167@aol.com