- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
- Martial Arts
- Outdoor Recreation
Liam Hurst
Newport,RI
Summary
U.S. Navy Veteran specializing in leadership as Fire Controlman, Anti-Terrorism Training Supervisor, Ammunition Administrator, and divisional leadership. Currently support DOD logistics, technical writing, fleet support, and software development. Skilled supervisor adept at effectively leading team members to meet project deadlines. Strong communication skills to enable clear guidance and direction driving team to success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Configuration Management Analyst
Mikel Inc
06.2024 - Current
- Supporting DOD logistics, technical publications, fleet support, and software development
- Conducting Submarine Tomahawk Weapon System training and employment.
Senior Supervisor
U.S. Navy
07.2021 - 07.2024
- Led Combat Missiles Division in successful completion of the Cruise Missile Tactical Qualification (CMTQ) with a final grade of 98%.
- Acted as program Board Member for Navy's Qual/Cert program facilitating the training and safe movement of all ammunition and ordnance onboard throughout 6 full loadout onload/offloads resulting in 0 mishaps.
- Managed all ordnance and ammunition as the ordnance information system administrator/ program manager worth more than $150 million. Conducted monthly audits, inventories, reports, and formal investigations resulting in 100% accuracy.
- Managed 13 Sailors in a 5th Fleet deployment participating in more than 100 Strike Training Scenarios with an average score of 95%.
- Trained four VLS MK-41 technicians in operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the Vertical Launching System.
- Corrected more than 135 casualty reports for Mk-41 VLS to include the repair or replacement of 96 deluge valves and hoses. 6 power supplies, 13 transformers, and 24 circuit cards.
- Led TTWCS and VLS technicians through 2 INSURVs with a final grade of 95%.
- Trained 7 junior sailors in TTWCS tactical operations, engagement planning, and communications testing.
- Created C5F, C6F, and C7F drill guide scenarios in support of Strike Team training and proficiency.
- Led more than 100 sailors in maintenance, operation, and support of weapon systems, RADAR, computer systems, communication systems, and electronic support systems
- Analyzed 13 command programs to identify areas of opportunity, drive performance improvements and consistently exceed operational goals.
Training Supervisor
U.S. Navy
07.2019 - 07.2024
- Coordinated personnel in ammunition and explosives handling, as well as the operation and maintenance of fire control systems and vertical launching systems
- Managed all firearm proficiency and qualification records to include Lautenberg Amendment for 300 service members.
- Conducted 11 Security Reaction Force- Basic courses to 300+ service members.
- Trained more than 300 service members on firearm proficiency and qualification on M9, M4, M14, M500, M240, and .50 Cal Machine gun.
- Trained over 300 Sailors in Anti-Terrorism Force Protection tactics and proficiency through real world simulated training scenarios.
- Trained 100 Sailors in Combat Systems Operational Processes, maintenance, tag-out, and troubleshooting.
- Ran 20 drilling scenarios as the Drilling Team Coordinator for all Combat Strike Operations.
- Drove departmental performance and achievement of service levels through focused team operational reviews, structured coaching, and managing to
enterprise targets.
Fire Controlman
U.S. Navy
06.2017 - 07.2024
- Performed maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of fire control systems, vertical launching systems, missile systems, RADAR, computers, motors, pneumatics, and electronic systems.
- Managed and trained 50+ Sailors in the maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting of the Closed-In Weapon System (CIWS), Vertical Launching System (VLS), and Tactical Tomahawk Weapon System (TTWCS).
- Upgraded the Tactical Tomahawk Weapon System to include a passed System Operability Verification Test and Material Certification.
- Managed team onboard in the employment and successful completion of live fire missile launches and anti-air gun system shoots.
- Responded and acted as SME for hull structure fires, security alerts, and equipment casualties.
- Hand picked to lead a team of 4 Sailors to fly out to a platform at sea to repair two Out of Commission CIWS anti-air gun weapon systems.
Education
AA - General Studies
Community College of Rhode Island
Skills
- Incident management
- Complex problem solving
- Adaptability
- Security Clearance
- Communication
- Sensitive information handling
- Initiative
- Interpersonal ability
- Leadership
Interests
Timeline
Configuration Management Analyst
Mikel Inc
06.2024 - Current
Senior Supervisor
U.S. Navy
07.2021 - 07.2024
Training Supervisor
U.S. Navy
07.2019 - 07.2024
Fire Controlman
U.S. Navy
06.2017 - 07.2024
AA - General Studies
Community College of Rhode Island
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