Aron Brewer
Port Orange,United States
Summary
Experienced with curriculum development, lesson planning, and student assessment. Utilizes effective classroom management strategies to foster positive learning environment. Knowledge of diverse teaching methodologies and educational technologies.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor
Sea School
Orlando, Daytona Beach, Melbourne, Destin, FL
07.2025 - Current
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Instructor of Master License, OUPV, STCW, Able Sea Farer, and many other of USCG Licensed courses. Provide skilled and experienced instruction in several different locations across the state of Florida, South Carolina, and Alabama.
USCG Compliance Inspector
PPG Marine (US Coast Guard Contractor)
Port Orange, FL
02.2023 - Current
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Responsible for US Coast Guard Recreational Boat Factory Compliance Inspections of recreational boat manufacturers and retailers throughout Florida, South Carolina, Louisiana, and other territories that may require assistance in the boat building process. Enforcement of US Codes and Codes of Federal Regulations as they pertain to recreational boat manufacturer requirements. Coordinate the travel, budget, and scope of inspections throughout the areas of responsibility.
- Supervisor: Dave Beery (727) 254-7677
Assembly Manager
Solace Boats
Edgewater, FL
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Responsible for the final assembly division of multi million dollar luxury, center console, sport fishing vessels. Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach. Responsible for the smooth running of all final assembly steps and procedures and the quality of output. Liaise with other managers to formulate objectives and understand requirements. Organize workflow to meet specifications and deadlines. Supervise and evaluate performance of production personnel (quality inspectors, workers etc.). Ensure output meets quality standards. Enforce health and safety precautions.
- Quality Control/Boat Test Captain. *Responsible for underway testing and safe navigation of vessels while repairing and troubleshooting potential manufacturing or installation oversights.
- Supervisor: Brett Palacheck (508) 646-8849
Availability Project Manager (APM)
Credence Management Solutions (USCG SFLC)
Norfolk, VA, United States
08.2019 - 03.2022
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Project Manager for scheduled, unscheduled, and emergency dry dock or dockside maintenance inspections for U.S. Coast Guard Icebreaking, Construction and Buoy Tender Product Line (IBCPTL). Effectively manage changes to the proposed scope, project schedule, and project costs associated with availability. Consistently measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques in order to effectively execute project timelines and support analysis. Continuously create and maintain comprehensive project documentation to meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis.
- Supervisor: Steve Kidwell (410) 279-6262
Senior Chief Boatswains Mate/Cutter Boat Supervisor
United States Coast Guard Afloat Training Organization Norfolk
Portsmouth, VA, United States
03.2017 - 07.2019
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Supervised and maintained all aspects of the USCG Afloat Training Organization (ATO) cutter boat inspections to include, planning, training, inspecting, and policy writing for program throughout all major cutter fleet. Modernized training products and principles for the major cutter fleet within the US Coast Guard. Effectively merged two massive training programs and assessments into a consolidated inspection team in order to reduce redundancy within the fleet. Promulgated training protocols and Personal Qualification Standards (PQS) for the USCG Office of Boat Forces and the USCG Office of Cutter Forces.
- Coordinated training exercises enhancing crew readiness and operational efficiency.
- Implemented procedural improvements resulting in streamlined communications among team members.
- Supervisor: Johnny Thomas (CWO) (757) 620-6750
Senior Chief Boatswains Mate/Operations Chief
United States Coast Guard Boat Forces Standardization Team
Yorktown, VA, United States
02.2015 - 03.2017
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Boat Forces Standardization Team Operations Chief that supervised, trained, inspected, and established policies and procedures throughout the Boat Forces and Cutter Operations Branch. Duties included traveling INCONUS and OCONUS to all operational units to ensure the safe practices of the Offices of Boat Forces were being adhered to at the very highest level. Created the current STAN team practices and guidance on inspections, as well as was the senior enlisted member that assisted in Boat Forces policies, including the Boat Operations and Training Manual, CG Navigation Standards Manual, Boat Seamanship Manual, AIA validation, and resident Officer in Charge colleges held at USCG Training Center Yorktown.
- Supervisor: Jacqueline Wood (774) 404-5579
- Operated and maintained various boat systems for effective mission execution.
- Assisted in training personnel on safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
Senior Chief Boatswains Mate/Senior Instructor
United States Coast Guard Boat Forces and Cutter Operations
Yorktown, VA, United States
06.2014 - 03.2015
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Senior instructor of all Coxswain "C" Schools to include 45' Response Boat Medium boats, 38' Special Purpose Craft boats, 29' Response Boat Small crafts, 25' Response Boat Small crafts, 26' Trailer Boat Aids to Navigation crafts, and Boatswains Mate "A" School coxswains and crew. Planned, analyzed, and developed new curriculum for training to include the Terminal Performance Objectives and Enabling Objectives for the successful completion of all training courses. Analyzed training materials and mission readiness requirements for BM "A" School and BM Coxswain "C" Schools. Assisted in the Performance Qualification Standards for Boat Forces and Cutter Operations and The Office of Boat Forces. Planned, analyzed, developed, and reviewed the resident training of BM "A" and "C" schools at USCG Training Center Yorktown, VA.
- Operated and navigated vessels to ensure safety and compliance with maritime regulations.
- Trained junior personnel on safety protocols and navigation procedures, fostering skill development within the team.
- Developed training programs to enhance crew efficiency in emergency response scenarios, ensuring preparedness for diverse situations.
- Supervisor: Steve Love (CDR,Ret.) (703) 881-1025
Senior Chief Boatswains Mate/Officer in Charge
United States Coast Guard Cutter BOLLARD (WYTL 65614)
East Haven, CT, United States
04.2011 - 05.2014
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Officer in Charge of Ice Breaking Tug in New Haven, CT. Responsible for the safe navigation and ice breaking operations throughout the Long Island Sound, Thames River, Connecticut River, and Hudson River. Responsible for more than 120 Federal Aids to Navigation and servicing of all aspects of the aids to include the precise light characteristics, positioning, and maintaining of these essential aids. Served as the Educational Servicing Officer and unit Training Officer to all Active Duty personnel assigned. As the Environmental Protection Officer, I ensured that all federal laws and regulations were adhered to in port and at sea.
- Supervisor: Joseph Vojvodich (Rear Admiral) (202) 372-4546
Chief Boatswains Mate/Executive Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard Station Portsmouth
Portsmouth, VA, United States
06.2009 - 04.2011
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Served as Executive Petty Officer to over 40 Active Duty and 25 Reserve personnel, ensuring that all administrative and financial programs were maintained at the highest level. Tactical Coxswain, Patrol Commander, and Boarding Officer that ensured that all Ports, Waterways, and Coastal Security was maintained at the highest level. Served as Training Officer at one of the highest volume operational areas in the 5th Coast Guard District. Served as a Search and Rescue Coxswain that assisted in the safe recovery of personnel and property throughout the Hampton Roads area of responsibility.
First Class Boatswains Mate/Executive Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard Cutter SHEARWATER (WPB 87349)
Portsmouth, VA, United States
05.2007 - 06.2009
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Served as Executive Petty Officer onboard Coastal Patrol Boat that was responsible for High Value Target security and Naval Vessel Protection Zones throughout the east coast. Federal Maritime Law Enforcement Boarding Officer responsible for ensuring that all applicable federal laws were being adhered to. Fisheries Law Enforcement Officer that was responsible for the safe conduct of vessels within the United States' Exclusive Economic Zone. Certified Patrol Commander for all fixed and moving security zones along the eastern seaboard. Unit Training Officer responsible for the safe and effective training of all personnel assigned onboard.
- Supervisor: Jason Griffin (BMCM) (781) 223-4224
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
First Class Boatswains Mate/Operations Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard Cutter BLOCK ISLAND (WPB 1344)
Atlantic Beach, NC, United States
05.2005 - 06.2007
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Operations Petty Officer responsible for the safe navigation of this Coastal Patrol Boat. Duties included safe preparation of navigation briefs and serving as a Deck Watch Officer. Supervisor of entire Deck Force of 15 personnel responsible for the preservation of all facets of hull and deck preventative maintenance cycles. Rescue and Survival Petty Officer responsible for the procurement and maintenance of all survival gear onboard. Federal Fisheries Maritime Law Enforcement Officer.
Second Class Boatswains Mate/Deck Supervisor
United States Coast Guard Cutter LEGARE (WMEC 912)
Portsmouth, VA, United States
06.2002 - 05.2005
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Deck Watch Officer responsible for the safe navigation of the cutter at sea throughout the eastern seaboard and International waters. Maritime Boarding Team Member responsible for the enforcement of federal laws. Helicopter Landing Servicing Officer. Supervisor of 20 personnel within the Deck Department. Department Training Officer.
3rd Class Boatswains Mate/Narcotics Detection K9 Handler
United States Coast Guard Station Hobucken
Hobucken, NC, United States
08.1998 - 06.2002
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Narcotics Detection K9 Handler responsible for inspecting for narcotics onboard vessels transiting through the Inter coastal Waterways in area of responsibility.
Education
Master 100 Ton Captain’s License - General Studies
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH, United StatesMaster's Degree - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA, United StatesBachelor's Degree - General Studies
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH, United StatesSkills
- Strong communication skills
- Public speaking
- Class instruction
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Expertise in subject matter
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom management
- Student evaluation
- Testing and grading
- Student records management
Timeline
Instructor
Sea School
07.2025 - Current
USCG Compliance Inspector
PPG Marine (US Coast Guard Contractor)
02.2023 - Current
Assembly Manager
Solace Boats
03.2022 - 01.2023
Availability Project Manager (APM)
Credence Management Solutions (USCG SFLC)
08.2019 - 03.2022
Senior Chief Boatswains Mate/Cutter Boat Supervisor
United States Coast Guard Afloat Training Organization Norfolk
03.2017 - 07.2019
Senior Chief Boatswains Mate/Operations Chief
United States Coast Guard Boat Forces Standardization Team
02.2015 - 03.2017
Senior Chief Boatswains Mate/Senior Instructor
United States Coast Guard Boat Forces and Cutter Operations
06.2014 - 03.2015
Senior Chief Boatswains Mate/Officer in Charge
United States Coast Guard Cutter BOLLARD (WYTL 65614)
04.2011 - 05.2014
Chief Boatswains Mate/Executive Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard Station Portsmouth
06.2009 - 04.2011
First Class Boatswains Mate/Executive Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard Cutter SHEARWATER (WPB 87349)
05.2007 - 06.2009
First Class Boatswains Mate/Operations Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard Cutter BLOCK ISLAND (WPB 1344)
05.2005 - 06.2007
Second Class Boatswains Mate/Deck Supervisor
United States Coast Guard Cutter LEGARE (WMEC 912)
06.2002 - 05.2005
3rd Class Boatswains Mate/Narcotics Detection K9 Handler
United States Coast Guard Station Hobucken
08.1998 - 06.2002
Master 100 Ton Captain’s License - General Studies
Southern New Hampshire University
Master's Degree - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Bachelor's Degree - General Studies
Southern New Hampshire University