KYLE CAROSOTTO
Washington,DC
Summary
Asset Manager with extensive experience maintaining high operational availability at the least cost for US Coast Guard assets operating on the high seas in the most unforgiving environments many times far from immediate logistics support. Assets consist of 120+ ships including 2 diesel engines for main propulsion, shipboard power systems and a myriad of auxiliary systems. Proven track record of driving strategic improvements in asset sustainment, resource planning, and operational efficiency across multimillion-dollar programs. Expert in engineering policy development, lifecycle cost analysis, and configuration control for maritime systems. Adept at providing senior decision-makers insight and actionable options through comprehensive analysis of people, plant, and process metrics. Strong background in facilitating large-scale acquisition transitions, executing major repair contracts, and enhancing global maintenance operations. Culturally adept and skilled in collaborating with diverse cross-functional teams to deliver results in a safe, environmentally responsible, and economic manner.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Asset Manager
USCG, Office of Naval Engineering
Washington, DC
06.2022 - Current
- Managed stakeholder responsibilities for 120+ ship deployed throughout North America with an annual budget of $82 million
- Developed engineering policies, resource planning strategies, and configuration control measures for hull, mechanical, and electrical (HM&E) systems on USCG Patrol Boats (include type, size of boats so a non-CG person understands)
- Facilitated resource allocation decisions and detailed lifecycle cost estimates, supporting the transition of a $7.5 billion government acquisition project to sustainment
- Led initiatives to overcome funding constraints, staffing challenges, and maintenance demands within the USCG Surface Fleet, driving strategic changes in asset sustainment practices
- Led comprehensive maintenance and logistics planning for patrol boats conducting extended expeditionary missions in high-risk areas, ensuring optimal readiness and support in critical environments where operational sustainability is vital
- Authored white papers and presented briefings to senior leadership, offering strategic insights and comprehensive analyses on financial and political factors.
Reliability
Amazon BRIDGE Fellowship, Amazon
Seattle, WA
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Competitively selected from peer group to benchmark industry practices with Amazon
- Imbedded with Amazon's Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) Central Team, that is pivotal in driving continuous improvement through Root Cause Analysis and effective Corrective Action initiatives for over 1,000 facilities
- Collaborated with site-level RME teams to ensure optimal equipment performance across Amazon's global fulfillment network
- Focusing on enhancing safety, reducing defects, extending asset life, and driving sustainability by analyzing data-driven insights to implement effective solutions
- Developed and deployed corrective actions, managing change and capital funding approvals, onboarding vendors, and communicating progress to senior leadership
- Efforts contributed to transforming unplanned downtime into planned maintenance and improving overall operational efficiency.
Operations Support Manager
Surface Forces Logistic Center
Boston, MA
05.2018 - 06.2021
- Directly supported fleet of 20+ ships consisting of main diesel propulsion engines, diesel electric main propulsion engines, diesel generators and a full complement of auxiliary machinery to ensure optimal availability
- Coordinated OEM support and facilitated subject matter expertise for shipboard engineering officers
- Successfully completed 15 projects exceeding $1.5 million for each contract.
Engineering and Deck Watch Supervisor / Assistant Department Head
US Coast Guard Ship
Portsmouth, VA
05.2016 - 05.2018
- Second in charge of diverse 25-person shipboard engineering team responsible for the ensuring safe and reliable main propulsion, electrical power, and high availability of numerous auxiliary systems critical for mission success
- Oversaw training for engineering and emergency damage control; maintained a qualification rate of 95% for a crew of over 100 despite 50% crew rotation every year
- While underway on the high seas, supervised engineering and deck operators to ensure safe operations and execution of numerous missions; rapidly assessed and adjusted to changing conditions; oversaw time critical repairs to machinery while distant from direct logistical support
- Led team of 12 inspectors during major maintenance period to deliver project safely, on time, below budget and with quality.
Lead Project Manager
- For 4 major casualty and ship repair contracts exceeding $1 million per contract
- Coordinated with ship personnel to understand equipment issues effecting reliability and availability, platform managers for upgrades and resources to developed detailed repair plan/specification
- Then effectively implemented plan through federal contract process and winning contractor
- Contracting Officer’s technical representative on assigned projects
- Conducted annual ship inspections to reviewed material condition and assess adherence to maintenance standards
- Coached for improved performance as appropriate
- Recognized for support, responsiveness, and sense of urgency by shipboard personnel (customers) during planned and unplanned maintenance and by superiors for effective issue management and resolution.
Education
Master of Business Administration - undefined
BABSON COLLEGE
06.2021
Bachelors - Mechanical Engineering
05.2016
Skills
- Leadership / change management
- Project Management
- Planning (tactical, operational, strategic)
- Resource Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- Program Management
- Engineering Documentation \Technical reporting
Accomplishments
- US Coast Guard Academy - New London, CT
- Certifications
- Contracting Officer Representative, FAC-COR Level 2 (Federal Acquisition Institute)
- Program and Project Managers, FAC-P/PM Level 1 (Federal Acquisition Institute)
- FAC-P/PM Level 2 in progress
- Activities
- Society of American Naval Engineers
- Special Olympics Volunteer
Timeline
Asset Manager
USCG, Office of Naval Engineering
06.2022 - Current
Reliability
Amazon BRIDGE Fellowship, Amazon
06.2021 - 06.2022
Operations Support Manager
Surface Forces Logistic Center
05.2018 - 06.2021
Engineering and Deck Watch Supervisor / Assistant Department Head
US Coast Guard Ship
05.2016 - 05.2018
Lead Project Manager
Master of Business Administration - undefined
BABSON COLLEGE
Bachelors - Mechanical Engineering
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