Jesse Carey
Summary
Expert in NAVSEA ordnance QA and ERP asset accountability, accomplished U.S. Navy veteran and defense contractor with 11+ years’ experience in technical operations, logistics, and quality assurance for DoD programs. Proficient in managing $2.5M+ in classified military assets, validating 40+ ordnance builds, and overseeing 500+ warehouse line items across federal sites. Skilled in ERP systems, project management, compliance, and collaborating with government stakeholders. Recognized for leadership, problem-solving, and commitment to operational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mine Technician V
Applied Technical Systems (ATS)
Panama City
06.2024 - Current
- Led technician efforts for underwater mine systems, including QS-ER Mk 64 Mod 5, Mk 62/63/65 Mod 3, CDM Mk 68, and legacy assets.
- Coordinated 20+ cross-branch operations, aligning U.S. Navy and Air Force efforts to test and validate prototype mining technologies.
- Spearheaded Fleet Introduction, Acceptance, and Training sessions for 50+ Navy and Air Force personnel, improving readiness and operational adoption of Quickstrike Extended Range technology.
- Managed $2.5M+ in classified military assets, implementing RF inventory systems (Intermec, P4T) that reduced inventory errors by 15% annually.
- Oversaw warehouse operations for 500+ line items, optimizing facility layout and ensuring smooth audit readiness.
- Conducted inspections across five states, validating 300+ ordnance components in collaboration with DoD stakeholders.
- Operated forklifts, gantry cranes, and chain hoists; certified and developed team members, enhancing safety compliance and operational capability.
Operations Analyst II
Innovative Professional Solutions
Panama City
11.2021 - 02.2024
- Supported Hammerhead Torpedo Launcher and Quickstrike Mod 3/ER programs with hands-on validation and subsystem testing.
- Tracked and documented explosive component movement and configuration using government inventory systems.
- Conducted QA inspections, resolving deviations, and submitting corrective action documentation.
- Maintained HAZMAT inventory logs and safety compliance checklists per OSHA and DoD standards.
- Served as certified custodian for hazardous materials and inventory across federal storage sites with 100% accountability.
Intern – Ordnance & Logistics Support
Innovative Professional Solutions
Panama City
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Reviewed and processed more than 500 Maintenance Data Sheets documenting repairs for AWARS input.
- Assisted with warehousing procedures for QS Mod 3, CDM, and Hammerhead mine assets.
- Completed security awareness and DoD cybersecurity training for classified eligibility.
Operations Expert Supervisor / Instructor
Naval Support Activity
Panama City Beach
07.2017 - 06.2021
- Directed 23-person team in 300+ boat launch/recovery missions and 65 oil spill response actions.
- Delivered training to team members on navigation systems, communication procedures, and safety standards.
- Served as command representative for OSHA Voluntary Protection Program, contributing to safety audits and improvements.
- Coordinated ceremonial protocols for military funeral honors across multiple counties.
Auxiliary Division Assistant Manager
USS Hopper
Pearl Harbor
10.2014 - 07.2017
- Managed auxiliary ship systems during a 7-month overseas deployment, ensuring zero unplanned downtime.
- Led lifecycle overhauls for multiple engineering systems to meet INSURV readiness inspections.
- Supported a 99% division retention rate through career counseling and technical mentorship.
Education
Google Project Management Certificate - Foundations, Agile, Planning, Execution, Initiation
Google
Google Cybersecurity Certificates - Threats & Vulnerabilities, Linux & SQL, Detection & Response
Google
CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 - Jason Dion
CompTIA
Qualys Certifications - VMDR, CSAM, ETM, Cloud Agent, Scanning Strategies, Patch Management
Qualys
OSHA HAZMAT Transportation Certification -
OSHA
Lift Truck Operator & Certified Instructor - Class 1, 4, 5
Skills
- Mechanical aptitude
- Program support
- Assembly and production
- Verbal and written communication
- Maintenance and repair
- Operations coordination
- Training development
- Inventory oversight
- Schematic reading
- Regulatory compliance: OSHA, FAR, and DoD logistics
- Software and systems: JIRA, WMS, SaaS platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, RF scanners, and P4T printers
- Project management: Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies
- DoD Inventory Management
- Quality assurance
- Technical procedure development
- Warehouse operation
- Asset management
- Forklift operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Risk mitigation strategies
- Stakeholder relations
Security Clearance
Active Secret
Soft Skill
- Leadership & Team Management
- Innovation skills
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving
- Quality assurance
- Technical mentorship
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Emotional Intelligence
- Decision-Making
- Strategic Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Service
Timeline
Mine Technician V
Applied Technical Systems (ATS)
06.2024 - Current
Operations Analyst II
Innovative Professional Solutions
11.2021 - 02.2024
Intern – Ordnance & Logistics Support
Innovative Professional Solutions
06.2021 - 07.2021
Operations Expert Supervisor / Instructor
Naval Support Activity
07.2017 - 06.2021
Auxiliary Division Assistant Manager
USS Hopper
10.2014 - 07.2017
Google Project Management Certificate - Foundations, Agile, Planning, Execution, Initiation
Google
Google Cybersecurity Certificates - Threats & Vulnerabilities, Linux & SQL, Detection & Response
Google
CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 - Jason Dion
CompTIA
Qualys Certifications - VMDR, CSAM, ETM, Cloud Agent, Scanning Strategies, Patch Management
Qualys
OSHA HAZMAT Transportation Certification -
OSHA
Lift Truck Operator & Certified Instructor - Class 1, 4, 5
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