Solid work ethic and drive to achieve superior results developing high quality instructional materials for equipment engineers. Intellectually curious and driven to continuously improve processes, safety, curriculum, and instructional delivery in support of technological advancement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Technical Trainer/Training Developer
Cymer/ASML San Diego
San Diego, CA
02.2017 - Current
Directly support the ADDIE Instructional Systems Design model of curriculum development, delivering performance-based equipment training programs to culturally and technically diverse audiences worldwide
Assessed additional needs based on training progress and collaborated with management to meet all requirements
Reviewed materials to ensure proper alignment with Knowledge Protection Policy necessary to protect D&E investment
Managed various training courses by developing curricula, instructions, documents and written tests
Applied expert level knowledge of Microsoft Teams to enable remote instructional delivery during pandemic
Assistant Special Security Officer
Submarine Squadron Eleven
San Diego, CA
06.2015 - 02.2017
Indoctrinated personnel in TS/SCI programs, documented personnel records to reflect specialized access, updated Joint Personnel Adjudication System to track changes in personnel access levels for worldwide access, and maintained 100% accuracy for 300 detailed, sensitive, hard copy records of personnel clearance requests
Assessed written guidance and previous inspection records to develop plan to bring office suite up to required standards. Managed contractor screening and selection, submission and approval of work packages, and procurement of materials for compartment rehabilitation without safety mishap or mishandling of classified materials
Compiled and managed inspection records to ensure periodic update of all office spaces corrected previously noted discrepancies and met current inspection guidelines
Weapons Department Senior Enlisted Advisor
USS Russell (DDG 59)
San Diego, CA
01.2013 - 06.2015
Led department of 85 personnel in maintenance planning, training, operation and tactical employment of all shipboard electronic and mechanical weapon systems
Tracked required leadership training completion of 280 enlisted personnel, requiring scheduling of instructional hours, delivery of training material, and administrative tracking upon course completion. Improved upon existing curriculum to add valuable mentoring to reinforce leadership principles
Implemented team of 20 personnel to focus on identifying discrepancies found throughout ship in order to bulk order items for this project and shortcut time to repair by 90%, leading to increased productivity and readiness
Combat Systems Missile Division Leading Chief Petty Officer
USS Halsey (DDG 97)
San Diego, CA
07.2012 - 01.2013
Led division of 20 personnel in administrative, operational, and tactical responsibilities
Conducted weekly inventories to ensure $40 million in Naval ordnance stored and used throughout ship were 100% accounted for and stored in accordance with all required safety precautions. Updated databases with daily messages to guarantee on-hand material was not subject to recall for explosive safety mishaps
Course Curriculum Model Manager for Close-In Weapon System Block 1B
Center for Surface Combat Systems Detachment West
San Diego, CA
11.2008 - 01.2012
Managed and coordinated administration and planning for five instructors and delivery of instructional materials to 150 students per year in field of electronics, mechanics, computer programming, fiber optics, pneumatics, and explosive safety. Required coordination of technical training equipment, parts, equipment repair, and project management for installation of two multi-million dollar weapon systems to upgrade outdated equipment
Led team of three personnel in authoring of updated course materials for new equipment required to ensure most up to date information was available to entire Naval fleet. Course implementation was conducted by active duty military instructors rather than outside contracting firm, resulting in 50% reduction in publication time with greatly increased accuracy by using Subject Matter Experts as direct authors
Qualified as Navy Master Training Specialist after demonstrating highly effective teaching skills and comprehensive understanding of learning management, training administration and curriculum management
Education
Diversity, Equity And Inclusion in The Workplace - Muma School of Business
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
05.2021
Grad Cert: Leading Instructional Design - Education Administration
Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA
08.2020
Grad Cert: Diverse And Cross Cultural Environments - Education Administration
Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA
12.2019
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA
12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Technical Management
DeVry University
San Diego, CA
06.2011
Skills
Problem Solver
Exceptional Organizational Skills
Project/Program Management
Self-motivated to Enhance Efficiency
KPP Champion
Change Management
Cultural Intelligence
Technically Proficient
Critical Thinking
Collaboration Ambassador
Training Program Design
Instructional Development
Technical Writing
Talent Development and Career Enhancement
Certification
Certified by the American Board of Certification in Homeland Security through CHS-V
Certified by the American Board of Certification in Disaster Preparedness
Master Training Specialist
Timeline
Senior Technical Trainer/Training Developer
Cymer/ASML San Diego
02.2017 - Current
Assistant Special Security Officer
Submarine Squadron Eleven
06.2015 - 02.2017
Weapons Department Senior Enlisted Advisor
USS Russell (DDG 59)
01.2013 - 06.2015
Combat Systems Missile Division Leading Chief Petty Officer
USS Halsey (DDG 97)
07.2012 - 01.2013
Course Curriculum Model Manager for Close-In Weapon System Block 1B
Center for Surface Combat Systems Detachment West
11.2008 - 01.2012
Diversity, Equity And Inclusion in The Workplace - Muma School of Business
University of South Florida
Grad Cert: Leading Instructional Design - Education Administration
Point Loma Nazarene University
Grad Cert: Diverse And Cross Cultural Environments - Education Administration