Brian Lee

Developed training materials, conducted condition reviews, and performed program audits for U.S. Navy surface ship crews, enhancing operational readiness and organic repair capability.

Provided technical guidance and support for diesel propulsion plants, generators, control systems, and auxiliary equipment. Worked with shipboard personnel to strengthen technical knowledge, resolve propulsion and support issues, improve maintenance practices, and raise engineering readiness.

Supported organic repair capability assessments across 30 vessels to diagnose and repair mechanical and combat systems issues at sea, reducing reliance on outside contractors and in-port overhauls.

Facilitated training and administrative reviews for 20 personnel onboard USS Comstock. Reviewed and implemented 65 READ E-6 material checks in the main propulsion and auxiliaries engineering department.

• Assisted with troubleshooting NR1 and NR2 FOPs, identified two failed water make-up valves, and enabled safe fuel transfer throughout ship while meeting operational requirements. Conducted STO training for engineering department. Provided detailed walkthroughs in AUX1, AUX2, MER1, MER2, and aft steering room with space supervisors on plant operations requirements based on Naval system technical manuals.

Overhauled NR1 and NR2 Sauer WP45 low-pressure air compressors (LPAC) aboard USS Fort Worth, supported alignment verification and installation of Naxi air compressor aboard USS Howard, and overhauled three Rix air compressors for base loan pools, optimizing resource availability for MCM platforms.

Resolved technical issues during installation, modification, repair, maintenance, troubleshooting, and testing of U.S. Navy shipboard compressed air systems, ensuring operational readiness.

Executed mechanical repairs and testing on various ship components including Crompton Greaves (CG), CVN, DDG, FFG, LHA, LHD, LPD, LSD, MCM, LCS, and MSC, enhancing system reliability.

Used mechanic tools, manifolds, vacuum pumps, recovery equipment, micro gauges, torque wrenches, micrometers, dial indicators, and precision measuring instruments for repair, assembly, installation, and testing of components and subassemblies.

• Supported mechanical systems, subsystems, and components aboard naval ships valued over $3 million.

Leadership assignment strengthened departmental readiness by placing command senior chief duties over 69 assigned personnel for 5 months.
Readiness and policy compliance improved through full-spectrum oversight of engineering plant evolutions during rotational crew deployment aboard USS Fort Worth.
Operational reliability remained high through maintenance and operation of the Navy's most advanced integrated electro-mechanical propulsion, electrical power generation, and auxiliary systems, including Combined Diesel and Gas Turbine operations; readiness control officer qualification aboard Freedom-class ships and extensive corrective and preventative maintenance on Rolls-Royce MT30 marine gas turbine, Fairbanks Morse diesel engine, Isotta Franchini diesel generator, Sauer medium-pressure air compressor, Maag reduction gears, and hydraulic equipment aboard.

Developed and instituted training program to enhance technical understanding and procedural compliance in Littoral Combat Ship engineering environment. Published course materials and notifications for selected personnel. Conducted needs assessments to determine learning objectives and modified training material per updated Navy policies.

Trained and qualified 3 engineers as Readiness Control Officers (RCO) responsible for maintaining engineering plants' main propulsion, electrical, auxiliary, and damage control systems, while enforcing safety practices. Trained 8 Engineering Plant Technicians in operation and maintenance of main propulsion, electrical, auxiliary, and damage control equipment.

Coordinated corrective actions following quality assurance audits and surveillances to ensure compliance with specifications.

Completed opening reviews of assigned controlled work packages to verify objective quality evidence supported work recertification.

• Completed closing reviews of assigned controlled work packages to confirm technical accuracy and satisfactory objective quality evidence for record history.
• Evaluated deficiency reports, liaison action reports, and departure from specification records for accuracy and technical merit.
• Supported SubSafe program compliance to help protect ship watertight integrity and reduce flooding risk.
• Drafted annual performance evaluations and awards for department employees to recognize contributions and support career development.
• Used email to communicate clearly and professionally with employees, team members, and senior leaders across organization.
• Drafted and edited memorandums and reports before submission to higher-level departments.

• Trained and certified 3 sailors in engineering power plant fundamentals and operations aboard Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, enhancing crew competency.
• Supported auxiliaries division through completion of ultra-E coordination and over 600 material checks, facilitating early engineering certification and training auxiliary personnel in multiple CASREP repairs to ensure warship readiness for Western Pacific (WESPAC) operations.
• Guided 7 personnel in maintenance and repair of 4 200-ton air conditioning units, 2 reverse osmosis units, 2 rigid inflatable boats, hydraulic steering units, and laundry and galley equipment, ensuring operational reliability.

Executed three main propulsion diesel engine load-sharing tests for USS Pioneer full-power demonstration, including cold and hot checks across all four main engines, receiving recognition from INSURV inspectors.

Coordinated engineering training activities, personnel qualification standards, watch bills, maintenance schedules, and quality assurance programs to ensure operational readiness.

Directed and mentored engineering department enlisted and officer personnel, enhancing morale, training, and job satisfaction.

Supported chief engineer main propulsion assistant in monitoring safe, proper operation of ship propulsion and auxiliary engineering plants.

Supervised 13 personnel in engineering department, ensuring effective corrective and preventive maintenance on main propulsion, electrical, auxiliary, and damage control equipment.

Led 3 personnel in depot-level repairs to No. 1 main propulsion diesel engine, allowing sustained steaming at sea.

Facilitated rapid repairs to shipboard air conditioning and refrigeration plants during challenging deployment, ensuring operational readiness.

Managed records and program documentation that earned praise from afloat training group as "most impressive" during crew certification and contributed to overall 98% score.

Transformed engineering department of crew Gallant and supported USS Cardinal and USS Shrike through all commitments during challenging 5th Fleet deployment.

• Led maintenance and management of damage control, electrical auxiliary, and main propulsion equipment for 20 personnel, ensuring operational readiness.
• Developed quality assurance program and guided execution of QA processes for forward-deployed MIW asset in 5th Fleet, recognized by Div 31.

• Achieved certification of Shrike's engineering plant as "safe to train" with ATG on one day's notice, enabling another crew to train despite equipment minimums not being met.
• Supported maintenance and repair of electrical, auxiliary, main propulsion, and damage control equipment while supervising 15 personnel.
• Coordinated crew swap with MHC crew Gallant and remained onboard Shrike to resolve engineering system issues.

• Performs maintenance and repairs on main propulsion diesel engines and ship service diesel generators.
• Led team during 2A MPDE changeout aboard USS Avenger, resolving work obstacles to minimize lost time.
• Provided technical support for design application of hydrostatic test equipment for Waukesha diesel engine heads and engine blocks, reducing need for outside assistance.
• Managed maintenance and repair actions for main propulsion diesel engines and ship service diesel generators.
• Directed 2A MPDE changeout aboard USS Avenger, assessing work sequence risks and proactively addressing obstacles to maintain schedule.
• Delivered technical input for hydrostatic test equipment design for Waukesha diesel engine heads and engine blocks, conserving financial resources otherwise spent on outside support.
• Main propulsion diesel engines and ship service diesel generators remained mission-ready through timely maintenance and repair work.
• Reviewed work obstacles and developed prompt solutions to prevent lost time during 2A MPDE changeout aboard USS Avenger.
• Provided technical support for designing hydrostatic test equipment, ensuring compatibility with Waukesha diesel engine components. applied to Waukesha diesel engine heads and engine blocks preserved financial resources.

• Supervised 3 personnel in preventive and corrective maintenance of 2 ship service diesel generators and 1 minesweeper gas turbine generator, ensuring operational readiness.
• Used technical skill and repair knowledge to complete boost fuel oil pump repair on gas turbine generator in half usual time for casualty.
• Installed new power packs, connecting rods, and main bearings on 1A and 1B ship service diesel generators.
• Supported overhaul and repair of No. 1 medium pressure air compressor, contributing to enhanced reliability.
• Repaired No. 1 reverse osmosis unit high-pressure pump, restoring functionality and efficiency.
• Coordinated ship's gauge calibration and managed calibration of over 600 gauges.