Jun. 2008 - Jan. 2011Germantown, MarylandDeveloped and led strategic product development. Defined and led multiple project teams in the execution of custom web-based data solutions for internal and external customers. Maintained operating budget and vendor accounts.
Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA)Product Manager: Submarine Combat Systems - Chief Petty Officer
Jun. 2006 - Jun. 2009NAVSEA PMS 425 - Washington D.C.Provided user input and perspective into the combat control system design, development and testing while serving as the liaison with senior operational users. - Led the Maintainability Integrated Product Team through the development of metric based systems analysis resulting in reduced repair time and maintenance cost. - Translated fleet needs into systems requirements for integration into new development systems. - Audited and approved all operational and technical documentation such as technical manuals, replacement procedures and preventative maintenance procedures
- Reviewed fleet training for each new variant of combat control maintenance. Monitored for quality and continuity. Directly improved the training provided to new fleet users.
- Member of a cross-functional team responsible for the definition of Operator Machine Interfaces of the combat control system.
- Member of the fly-away team for emergency evaluation and repair of newly installed products
- Managed fleet expectations during site visits, annual conferences and via monthly communications.
US Navy - USS MontpelierSubmarine Modernization Leader
Apr. 2005 - Mar. 2006Norfolk, Virginia AreaManaged a cross functional team of engineers and technicians during a pier side nuclear submarine modernization involving over 25,000 man hours of work. Responsibilities included the coordination of five contracted modernization teams, two intermediate maintenance facilities, and five direct reports through 25,000 man hours of work through systems availability, energy removal, systems removal, installation planning, power on, testing, and cosmetic repairs/upgrades. The modernization was completed two weeks early and under budget. I was cited for my performance as the Sailor of the Year and awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal.
US NavyFire Control Division Leading Petty Officer (Division Supervisor)
Apr. 2003 - Apr. 2005Norfolk, Virginia Area- Managed all aspects of day-to-day operations of the ships combat control system and Fire Control Division
- Directed multi-classification local area network operations and maintenance of a multi-million dollar submarine combat control system
- People manager responsible for training, supervising, evaluating, coaching, and mentoring staff
- Interfaced with senior leadership for work planning, including schedule, resources, and strategy
- Liaised with maintenance facilities for the coordination of intermediate repairs - Planned and directed the preventative maintenance program
- Tracked and implemented departmental training
- Formally evaluated and counseled subordinates.
- Planned and advised tactical/combat operations
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