Experience

TMMG, Inc.

• United States
• Maritime Transportation
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Senior Engineering Technician

  • Dec 2014 - Present

  Technical specialist, responsible for writing and updating all test requirement procedures for Military Sealift Command (MSC) ships in support of Ship Material and Readiness Testing ( SMART) inspections. Implements required changes to test procedures and update technical references on all ship platforms to ensure SMART inspection requirements are current. Assist SMART inspection team in conducting material assessments and SMART inspections. Assist MSC team members in conducting Final Contract Trial inspections. Show less



General Dynamics NASSCO-Norfolk

• United States
• Shipbuilding
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager

  • Aug 2014 - Dec 2014

  Ensured all project information being provided by our customers was forwarded to all departments within our company, and that all project data and information was regularly entered into the appropriate management data systems for internal reviews . Implemented Project Management processes and tools by contributing to the process and providing guidelines to support the project. Assisted the Planning Department in developing project proposals, job estimates and schedules. Delegated responsibilities between Assistant Project Managers assigned directly to the Project Manager, by contributing input to Senior Leadership as a recommendation to who should make up the Project Team. Assembled, planned, led and facilitated regular cross-functional Project Team meetings with company personnel, Sub Contractors, as well as representatives from our customers and the US Navy. Developed detailed task list, work effort assessments, including short and long-term resource allocation plans based on inputs from Senior Managers and Team members. Identified changes in work scope to ensure appropriate planning measures were being taken within the Planning, Estimating, Production and Contracts Departments, including the customers inputs for reassessing, renegotiating, and amending the scope of work, schedules and budgets. Identified, assessed and analyzed with the Team, any risk and/or issues that could compromise the successful completion of the project, and developed plans/actions to remove the risks. provided leadership when schedule / production conflicts occurred, and the Team is looking for resolution. Show less



United Sates Navy

• Norfolk, Virginia Area

• Senior Engineering Inspector, Military Sealift Command

  • Mar 2012 - Jul 2014

  •Integral member of the executive leadership team with an Echelon II/III command providing worldwide logistics support to U.S. military and federal agencies through 115+ USNS ships of multiple configurations and functions. •In charge of 14 military and 30 civilian inspectors conducting Ship’s Material Assessment and Readiness Testing (SMART) on all USNS ships including such disciplines as Engineering, Environmental, Damage Control, Supply, Electrical, Structural, Medical, Safety and Aviation. Orchestrate 15-20 comprehensive inspections annually. •Prepare and submit thorough Material Inspection Reports including recommendations for remedial work (After Action Reports), serving the best interest of the government and ensuring optimal readiness of all MSC fleet ships. Show less



Naval Suppor Activity Saratoga Springs

• Saratoga Springs, New York

• Commanding Officer/Action Officer

  • Dec 2011 - Mar 2013

  •Served as Base Commander for the Naval complex providing operational support for Nuclear Power Training Unit Ballston Spa and New York Capital Region area Commands. Directed delivery of host command functions and installation services including security, NEX, commissary, banking, personal property, FFSC, housing and MWR services to 1600+ personnel and 108,000 active/retired military. Administered a Base Operating Contract of $535K. •Implemented systemic improvements to several base operations. Earned the 2010 Bingham Award for Naval Exchange (NEX) operations excellence. Completed a comprehensive environmental audit. Implemented in-rate training for all personnel; instituted base-wide zone inspections for all facilities; established a process to track all repairs performed by the base Public Works Department; improved occupancy rate of base housing by 20%; finalized plans for a base Liberty Center; and directed the construction and installation of a $2.8M Tech-Gate project. Show less



USS ESSEX LHD-2

• Sasebo, Japan

• Chief Engineer

  • May 2009 - Nov 2010

  • Directed the largest department onboard a WASP Class amphibious assault ship with 1150+ crewmen and up to 1100 resident U.S. Marines. Directed 13 officers and 230 enlisted personnel tasked with the operation and maintenance of ship’s propulsion, electrical, auxiliary and damage control (emergency response) systems. •Noted by CO as “The finest department head I have ever seen! … performs at the level of a seasoned Captain (O-6).” Orchestrated all facets of In-Service Material inspection resulting in the highest scores of any LHD in over three years. •Led the successful execution of a $26M Selected Restricted Availability (SRA) shipyard service project. •Identified and corrected several long-standing discrepancies throughout the engineering plant. •Awarded the coveted Meritorious Service Medal at end of tour for outstanding performance. Show less



Center for Naval Engineering Learning Site

• Great Lakes, Illinois

• Officer-in-Charge

  • Oct 2007 - Apr 2009

  •In charge of a prestigious Naval technical training institute providing training to 6000+ Apprentice Engineers to include the Basic Engineering Common Core program and 46 distinct courses in Advanced (“C”) Engineering topics. •Served as the primary liaison for all apprentice and advanced engineering training, coordinating competing priorities to provide subject matter expertise, policy guidance to software developers, support for student control, administration, and student management. •Updated Engineering curricula to streamline and improve offerings, garnering a $500K savings in expenditures. •Initially assigned as Officer in Charge at Center for NELS San Diego. Developed and piloted the training initiative for 86 engineering courses, reducing training time for all courses by 10+%. Saved the Navy $7M per year. Show less



Commander Amphibious Group Three

• San Diego, California

• Assistant Material/Maintenence Officer

  • Nov 2007 - Jan 2009

  • Served on the executive team of the central support operation for four amphibious squadrons, 14 ships, eight active duty shore commands and 59 reserve shore commands. • Directly responsible for CPG3 ships successfully completing requisite engineering certifications and inspections. • Organized, managed, tracked and updated all CASREPs, maintenance/environmental issues, technical assistance visits, departure from specifications, and engineering advisories for the Group. • Provided deckplate training and seasoned guidance to junior Engineers to enable them to better manage their assets and professional careers. Guided engineering personnel and tradesmen on myriad maintenance and repair issues. • Served on the Performance Based Logistics Working Group during the construction of the USS MAKIN ISLAND (LHD-8), the Navy’s first gas turbine powered LHD. Key contributor in determining engineering training pipeline, manning requirements, material certification standards, and warfighter operational requirements. Show less



USS TARAWA LHA-1

• San Diego, California

• Chief Engineer

  • Feb 2005 - Sep 2007

  •Directed the largest department onboard a WASP Class amphibious assault ship with 1150+ crewmen and up to 1100 resident U.S. Marines. Directed 13 officers and 230 enlisted personnel tasked with the operation and maintenance of ship’s propulsion, electrical, auxiliary and damage control (emergency response) systems. •Noted by CO as “The finest department head I have ever seen! … performs at the level of a seasoned Captain (O-6).” Orchestrated all facets of INSURV inspection resulting in the highest scores of any LHD in over three years. •Led the successful execution of a $26M Selected Restricted Availability (SRA) shipyard service project. •Identified and corrected several long-standing discrepancies throughout the engineering plant. •Awarded the coveted Meritorious Service Medal at end of tour for outstanding performance. Show less



USS Ogden LPD-5

• San Diego, California

• Chief Engineer/Damage Control Officer

  • May 2002 - Nov 2003

  •Directed all facets of the Engineering Department, main propulsion plant, auxiliary and electrical systems, damage control, and firefighting equipment onboard an AUSTIN class amphibious transport dock ship with 420 personnel. • Led 10 officers and 123 enlisted personnel in the largest department on the ship. •Coordinated and supervised the execution of a $12 million and a $5.4 million Planned Maintenance Availabilities. •Directed all facets of the Engineering Department, main propulsion plant, auxiliary and electrical systems, damage control, and firefighting equipment onboard an AUSTIN class amphibious transport dock ship with 420 personnel. • Led 10 officers and 123 enlisted personnel in the largest department on the ship. •Coordinated and supervised the execution of a $12 million and a $5.4 million Planned Maintenance Availabilities.



USS Constellation CV-64

• San Diego, California

• Propulsion Engineer

  • Feb 1998 - Apr 2002

  •In charge of the operation, maintenance and repair of four 1200psi propulsion boilers, two main engines, two ship service turbine generators and all associated equipment onboard a Kitty Hawk class super carrier . •Managed, administered, trained and led 100 Machinist Mates, three Chief Petty Officers, and three line Officers. •In charge of the operation, maintenance and repair of four 1200psi propulsion boilers, two main engines, two ship service turbine generators and all associated equipment onboard a Kitty Hawk class super carrier . •Managed, administered, trained and led 100 Machinist Mates, three Chief Petty Officers, and three line Officers.



Afloat Training Group

• San Diego, California

• Gas Turbine Training Team Leader

  • Jan 1997 - Jan 1998

  •Fulfilled shipboard inspections, technical assistance visits, and training of ship’s force personnel in all facets of Engineering Department operations, maintenance, casualty response, and mechanical integrity optimization. •Fulfilled shipboard inspections, technical assistance visits, and training of ship’s force personnel in all facets of Engineering Department operations, maintenance, casualty response, and mechanical integrity optimization.



USS Chandler DDG-996

• San Diego, California

• Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Dec 1992 - Dec 1996

  (1981-1992) Served initial 11 years of Naval service as an enlisted Machinist’s Mate, ultimately achieving the rank of Chief Petty Officer prior to meritorious selection to the Limited Duty Officer Candidate Program. (1981-1992) Served initial 11 years of Naval service as an enlisted Machinist’s Mate, ultimately achieving the rank of Chief Petty Officer prior to meritorious selection to the Limited Duty Officer Candidate Program.