Joseph Cote
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dynamic Project Analyst with 23 years of ship repair experience at BAE Systems, adept at data collection and project management. Successfully streamlined project documentation, enhancing efficiency and quality. Proven ability to foster collaboration and mentor teams, ensuring compliance with NAVSEA regulations while achieving significant cost savings through effective vendor negotiations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Analyst
BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair
11.2020 - 11.2025
- Created in-depth reports regarding important project data that was distributed to client on weekly basis.
- Managed stakeholder expectations through transparent communication and regular updates, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Devised standardized project management documentation to streamline future management of repetitive projects.
- Advocated for ways to streamline ongoing projects, prioritizing shorter turnaround times and consistent development quality.
- Tracked all test and inspections and required reports for milestone certification with the US Navy
Quality Assurance Inspector
AMP United
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by meticulously reviewing product specifications and requirements.
- Performed all Paint inspections on US Navy ships in accordance with NAVSEA regulations
Quality Assurance Inspector
IMIA International Marine & Industrial Applicators
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Performed all paint inspection on US Navy ships in accordance with NAVSEA regulations.
- Aided in reducing material waste by identifying recurring issues early on in the production cycle.
- Participated in internal audits to verify adherence to established quality management systems and identify opportunities for enhancement.
- Provided valuable input during product development stages, ensuring seamless integration between design specifications and QA requirements.
Ship Superintendent
US COAST GUARD
01.2015 - 03.2019
- Improved vessel maintenance efficiency by developing and implementing ship repair schedules.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors that resulted in cost savings while maintaining high-quality productsservices.
- Maintained accurate records of completed tasks and provided thorough reports to senior management on project progress and outcomes.
- Mentored junior staff members, contributing to their professional development and enhancing overall team capabilities.
Education
No Degree - Industrial Trades
University of New Hampshire
NHNo Degree - Industrial Trades
York County Community College
Wells, MESkills
- Data collection
- Project scheduling
- Inventory management
- Project management
- Competent in all forms of QA inspections
- Familiar with all current NAVSEA regulations
- 23 years of ship repair experience
- 14 years of management experience
Timeline
Project Analyst
BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair
11.2020 - 11.2025
Quality Assurance Inspector
AMP United
11.2019 - 11.2020
Quality Assurance Inspector
IMIA International Marine & Industrial Applicators
10.2018 - 11.2019
Ship Superintendent
US COAST GUARD
01.2015 - 03.2019
No Degree - Industrial Trades
University of New Hampshire
No Degree - Industrial Trades
York County Community College