Tammy Newstead-Owen

Director of Finance

Tammy Newstead-Owen is an accomplished leader with over a decade of experience in program management, specializing in Department of Defense (DoD) contracts and organizational leadership. She discovered her passion for financial management within program management, which led her to become the Director of Finance at Heka. Tammy’s career includes significant roles at L3Harris Technologies, where she managed high-profile contracts in Space and Airborne Systems, working closely with the United States Air Force. She has successfully led programs with contract values up to $150M, managing teams of over 100 employees.

A key factor in Tammy’s success has been her ability to capture and secure new business. She has managed both sole-source and competitive proposals, with a combined total win value exceeding $250M. Throughout her career, Tammy has consistently focused on profitability and financial management, meeting critical Profit and Loss (P&L) goals. She is skilled in DCAA audits and Earned Value Management (EVM), ensuring both fiscal responsibility and project success.

Before transitioning into program management, Tammy worked as a Quality Manager, overseeing quality control and assurance in high-rate commercial production in the automotive and liquid packaging industries. She earned the American Society for Quality Certified Quality Auditor certification and Greenbelt in Lean Six Sigma. She is also experienced in AS9100, QS9000/ISO9001 certifications, and CMMI appraisals.

Beyond her career, Tammy contributes to academia as a peer reviewer for academic journals in management and organizational leadership, showcasing her thought leadership and commitment to advancing industry knowledge. Tammy holds an MBA and a Doctorate in Management with a focus on Organizational Leadership from the University of Phoenix.