Alexander Karkos
Hebron
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with leadership excellence and a proven track record at USS Albany. Skilled in operational efficiency and mentoring, I successfully oversaw major nuclear test programs, ensuring compliance and enhancing team performance. Adept at policy enforcement and fostering collaboration, I thrive in high-pressure environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machinery Division Leading Petty Officer
USS Albany
Groton, Ct
08.2024 - Current
- Led training sessions for 50 junior personnel on operational protocols and safety procedures.
- Facilitated coordination of daily operations and resource distribution within division to support timely completion of maintenance availabilities and test programs.
- Oversaw three major nuclear test programs to ensure compliance and operational efficiency as primary engineering watch supervisor including Dual Media Discharge, Primary Relief Valve Testing, and Steam Generator Safety Valve testing.
- Primary Engineering Watch supervisor for an Operational Reactor Safegaurds Exam and for a deployment operational period.
Maintenance and Material Manager
USS Albany
Norfolk, VA
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Coordinated three major maintenance Availabilities that led to the ship meeting its operational requirements.
- Developed a comprehensive training and qualification program for 150 personnel to fill advanced maintenance roles.
- Developed and maintained the ship’s maintenance program implementing a 95 percent completion rate of all ships maintenance.
Engineering Test Director
Norfolk Naval Shipyard Code 246
Norfolk, VA
03.2021 - 08.2023
- Led test planning and execution for complex naval systems, ensuring compliance with military specifications.
- Developed and implemented testing protocols and work authorizations to enhance ships reliability and performance standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve technical issues during testing phases.
- Mentored junior sailors in testing methodologies, safety boundaries, and best practices, fostering professional growth.
Machinery Division
USS Wyoming
Kingsland, GA
12.2016 - 03.2021
- Managed over 500 maintenance items and supervised junior personnel leading to completion of many complex equipment repairs.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Crucial maintenance supervisor in the ships Engineering Refueling Overhaul.
- Coordinated between the ship and Norfolk Naval shipyard leading to timely completion of the Engineering Refueling overhaul.
Student
Naval Nuclear Power Training Command
Charleston, SC
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Conducted safety inspections to ensure compliance with nuclear training protocols.
- Assisted instructors in delivering technical training sessions and materials effectively.
- Developed proficiency in operating simulation tools for nuclear power systems.
- Attended Prototype in Charleston, SC and qualified on MTS 635
Education
Enrolled - Nuclear Engineering Technology
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJSkills
- Leadership excellence
- Operational efficiency
- Maintenance coordination
- Policy enforcement
- Procedure review
- Operation team management
Certification
Engineering Watch Supervisor
Engineering Duty Petty Officer
Nuclear Planner
3MC
Timeline
Machinery Division Leading Petty Officer
USS Albany
08.2024 - Current
Maintenance and Material Manager
USS Albany
08.2023 - 08.2024
Engineering Test Director
Norfolk Naval Shipyard Code 246
03.2021 - 08.2023
Machinery Division
USS Wyoming
12.2016 - 03.2021
Student
Naval Nuclear Power Training Command
10.2014 - 12.2016
Enrolled - Nuclear Engineering Technology
Thomas Edison State University