Michael Callahan

Dynamic Engineering Technician with extensive experience in the Department of Defense (DoD) sector, specializing in system component analysis, quality assurance, and process troubleshooting. Demonstrated expertise in hardware and software compatibility testing, research, design, and development to improve manufacturing processes. Proven leader in implementing data analysis systems and managing maintenance operations, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and system reliability. Skilled in vendor liaison to optimize project performance and cost efficiency.

• Data Analysis Leadership: Spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive data analysis system for Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs), utilizing Excel to track and analyze trends in vehicle status, maintenance cycles, and component failures, leading to enhanced operational visibility and efficiency.
• Database Development for Maintenance Tracking: Initiated and played a pivotal role in creating a new database for comprehensive maintenance request tracking, significantly streamlining the process from request submission to OEM submission, which improved vehicle uptime and operational efficiency.
• Maintenance Team Leadership: Led a team of 8 in maintenance operations, excelling in scheduling, OEM communication, and client relations. Established high performance and efficiency standards, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and enhancing overall team productivity.

Assisted clients in creating long-term strategies for building wealth and managing risks

• Assessed the financial needs of clients and helped them with decisions concerning insurance, investments including stocks and bonds, tax laws, and long-term goals to include budgeting, education expenses, and retirement planning.

Served as an intermediary between buyers and sellers, negotiating price points, contract changes, and communicating with third parties such as attorneys, lenders, and contractors

• Completed 60 hours of training and education to stay current on market conditions, sales strategies, and effective promotion and advertisement
• Initiated negotiation processes, consulted with clients concerning market conditions, prices, mortgages, legal requirements, related matters to ensure a fair and honest deal.

In a series of progressively responsible roles culminating as a Project Manager, I led a dynamic 20-person multinational team and spearheaded multifaceted missions, including qualification sustainment training and special reconnaissance operations. Excelled in strategic planning, logistical coordination, and team leadership across high-stakes environments.

• Orchestrated the meticulous planning and coordination of over 100 hours of training and 25 high-intensity live-fire exercises, significantly enhancing team proficiency and operational readiness.
• Successfully managed the logistics and coordination of personnel movements across international borders for training purposes, securing essential contracts for lodging and facilities while optimizing resource allocation and budget management.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments and selection of 10 training and 6 lodging sites, ensuring infrastructure adequacy for personnel and equipment, thereby expanding operational capabilities and footprint.
• Led long-range navigation and strategic movements for the Combatant Craft Assault Detachment, accumulating 1000 hours and 5000 nautical miles of incident-free navigation through deliberate planning and execution in high-risk environments.
• Spearheaded the communications division, maintaining flawless control over 300 communication assets valued at $4.5M, enhancing internal policies, and securing tactical network systems against potential threats.
• Developed, documented, and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for communications and navigation, setting a benchmark for future operations and contributing to the detachment's strategic and tactical success.