Johnathan Kealen
Dayton,Tennessee
Summary
Marine Veteran with over 22+ years of experience in Naval Aviation and International Security at U.S. Embassies. Self-starting Operations Manager in applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes, increasing productivity, and implementing changes with strategic approach. Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Testing and Operations Manager- MSgt
United States Marine Corps
07.2021 - 03.2024
- Managed the day to day operation of 60+ personnel and associated qualifications to ensure the safe operation of flights for over 25 multi-million dollar aircraft.
- Responsible for the storage, handling, and inventory of communication security (COMSEC) and classified assets.
- Streamlined repair processes with organized inventory management and proactive procurement of replacement parts.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Facilitated industry working groups, steering committees, technical meetings and engineering conferences.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Senior Manager (Avionics Chief)
United States Marine Corps
09.2018 - 07.2021
Department Manager
United States Marine Corps
09.2016 - 08.2018
Personnel Supervisor (Squadron Gunnery Sergeant)
United States Marine Corps
05.2012 - 09.2016
Security Officer (Detachment Commander)
United States Marine Corps
11.2011 - 05.2012
Security Officer (Detachment Commander)
United States Marine Corps
05.2009 - 11.2011
Avionics Technician
United States Marine Corps
08.2001 - 05.2009
Education
High School Diploma -
Calvary Baptist Academy
Quincy, IL05.2001
Skills
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives
- Decision-Making Competence
- Customer Support Management
- Lean Manufacturing Principles
- Budgeting and Financial Planning
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Project Management
- Security Clearance (TS/SCI eligible)
- Analytical Thinking
- Documentation And Reporting
- MS Excel
Certification
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - 2007
- Certified Electronics Mechanic Journeyman, Department of Labor - 2012
Timeline
Senior Testing and Operations Manager- MSgt
United States Marine Corps
07.2021 - 03.2024
Senior Manager (Avionics Chief)
United States Marine Corps
09.2018 - 07.2021
Department Manager
United States Marine Corps
09.2016 - 08.2018
Personnel Supervisor (Squadron Gunnery Sergeant)
United States Marine Corps
05.2012 - 09.2016
Security Officer (Detachment Commander)
United States Marine Corps
11.2011 - 05.2012
Security Officer (Detachment Commander)
United States Marine Corps
05.2009 - 11.2011
Avionics Technician
United States Marine Corps
08.2001 - 05.2009
High School Diploma -
Calvary Baptist Academy
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