Patrick Keenan
St. Petersburg,Florida
Summary
Former U.S. Navy submariner transitioning into the intersection of systems engineering and economics. Leveraging a background in maintaining complex mechanical systems to study resource optimization and the economic resilience of critical infrastructure. Seeking to apply computational modeling to solve large-scale logistical challenges in volatile environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist Mate- Auxiliary Equipment Technician
United States Navy
Norfolk, VA
04.2019 - 08.2020
- Quality Assurance & Compliance (QA): Administered rigorous Quality Assurance and 3-M (Maintenance and Material Management) programs, ensuring 100% compliance with safety regulations and naval engineering standards
- Planned Maintenance System (PMS): Accounted for over 250 hours of repairs on major ship systems resulting in multiple excellent evaluations
Damage Control Work Center Supervisor
United States Navy
Newport News, Virginia
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Optimized Emergency Readiness: Revitalized the integrity of the Damage Control (DC) work center, overseeing the maintenance and audit of 95+ critical safety and survival assets to ensure 100% mission readiness
- Project Management & Engineering Oversight: Directed 300+ man-hours of technical maintenance on life-safety infrastructure, implementing a standardized workflow and ensured compliance with rigorous Naval safety protocols
- Human Capital Development: Devised a comprehensive instructional program for junior personnel on damage control principles and operation; resulted in an accelerated qualification rate and a 20% increase in division-level damage control technical proficiency
Security
The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection
St. Petersburg, Florida
09.2023 - Current
- Escort VIPs and celebrities, ensuring safety and enhancing their experience on property
- Completed training in exceptional guest service, interpersonal communication, and Marriott culture to improve guest interactions
Security
Benchmark International (Tampa Bay Lightning)
Tampa, Florida
01.2024 - Current
- Monitor crowd behavior to ensure safety during events
- Responded to incidents and emergencies
Education
Associate of Arts - Finance
St. Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, Florida01-2029
Virgina Class Submarine Platform
Basic Enlisted Submarine School (B.E.S.S)
New London, Connecticut02-2019
Skills
- Computer: proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Operational Risk Management (cost-benefit analysis and risk mitigation
- Data logging and trend analysis
- Mechanical systems engineering and maintenance
Affiliations
Warrior-Scholar Project- STEM Bootcamp at the California Institute of Technology (presented project on liquid battery state innovation) 19JUL2025-26JUL2025
Timeline
Security
Benchmark International (Tampa Bay Lightning)
01.2024 - Current
Security
The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection
09.2023 - Current
Damage Control Work Center Supervisor
United States Navy
03.2022 - 08.2023
Machinist Mate- Auxiliary Equipment Technician
United States Navy
04.2019 - 08.2020
Associate of Arts - Finance
St. Petersburg College
Virgina Class Submarine Platform
Basic Enlisted Submarine School (B.E.S.S)