Christopher Emro
Monroe Township
Summary
Led complex reactor plant testing and maintenance activities, collaborating with Newport News Shipbuilding and reactor department personnel to achieve operational excellence and compliance with safety standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Supervisory Qualified Mechanic (NEC 3385)
USS George Washington (CVN-73)
11.2019 - 10.2023
- Supervised maintenance and operation of reactor plant mechanical systems.
- Directed preventive and corrective maintenance on turbines, pumps, valves, steam systems, and auxiliary equipment.
- Led troubleshooting and equipment reliability improvements.
- Maintained compliance with Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program standards.
- Mentored junior mechanics and qualified watchstanders.
Shift Test Coordinator
USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72)
03.2012 - 09.2016
- Reported directly to the Reactor Duty Officer.
- Coordinated reactor plant testing during Refueling and Complex Overhaul.
- Directed testing schedules between Newport News Shipbuilding and a Reactor Department of 120+ personnel.
- Managed plant testing, procedural compliance, communications, and operational coordination during maintenance and modernization activities.
Education
Nuclear Engineering Technology
Thomas Edison State University
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U.S. Navy Nuclear Power Training Program
High School Diploma - undefined
Woodbridge High School
01-2007
Skills
- Oversaw reactor plant operations to enhance overall efficiency and output
- Managed nuclear propulsion systems to drive innovation and performance improvements
- Led mechanical maintenance initiatives to prolong equipment lifespan
- Supervised reactor plant testing to ensure adherence to safety regulations
- Directed commissioning efforts to streamline project launches
- Monitored equipment reliability to maximize operational uptime
- Championed quality assurance practices to maintain high standards of performance
- Cultivated a strong nuclear safety culture within the organization
- Administered maintenance management strategies to optimize resource allocation
- Provided technical leadership to guide project teams toward success
- Drove workforce development initiatives to build a skilled workforce
- Executed root cause analysis to implement effective solutions
- Advanced continuous improvement strategies to elevate operational excellence
- Ensured regulatory compliance to uphold organizational integrity
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Certified
- Manufirst Green Belt Certified
AWARDS
Fleet Admiral Letter of Accommodation, Navy Good Conduct Medal (Five Awards)
NUCLEAR QUALIFICATIONS
- Chief Reactor Watch
- Reactor Auxiliary Watch
- Charging Station Watch
- Coolant Generator Watch
- Feed Control Watch
- Feed Pump Watch
- Senior Supervisory Qualified Mechanic (NEC 3385)
- Work Center Supervisor Qualified
- QM Craftsman Qualified
- 3M Maintenance Person Qualified
- RPPO Qualified
SECURITY CLEARANCE
Former U.S. Secret Security Clearance
Timeline
Senior Supervisory Qualified Mechanic (NEC 3385)
USS George Washington (CVN-73)
11.2019 - 10.2023
Shift Test Coordinator
USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72)
03.2012 - 09.2016
Nuclear Engineering Technology
Thomas Edison State University
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U.S. Navy Nuclear Power Training Program
High School Diploma - undefined
Woodbridge High School