RICHARD W. MEHNE
Fleming Island,FL
Summary
Position Site Manager / Field Service Engineer, Electronics Technician III. Highly responsible Personnel Administrator partners with senior management team to manage all facets of human resources department. Supervises employee benefits, health and safety and employee recognition to build and maintain workforce in accomplishing company mission. Develops employee-oriented organizational culture that emphasizes quality, continuous improvement, teamwork and high performance.
- To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
CompTIA Security Plus Certification
Work History
Navy Fourth Fleet LCS COMS Manager
Fidelity Technologies Corporation
Mayport , FL
07.2019 - 12.2022
- Developing and maintaining current Navy Fourth Fleet facilities and training devices, computers, communication and facility and computer security products, detailing plans that organizes maintenance repair actions and qualifying personnel for completing maintenance of contract multimillion-dollar assets
- Unique professional skillset combining forward vision; extensive experience, clarity of what steps must happen; proficiency, creativity, resourcefulness in nailing demanding task with stellar success
- Current LCS Mayport COMS masterful performance is my legacy
- Personal endorsements include upper LTF management, engineering, manufacturers and all operational aspects of our LCS training devices here in Mayport.
Simulation Technician III, Technician I to Shift Supervisor/Technician
Boeing/DRG
12.2012 - 05.2017
- III for 2F179A TORT, 2F179 TACT, 14B58, 2F87 Flight and 14B59 Maritime P-3C trainers at N.A.S
- Jacksonville
- Performed operation and maintenance of all P-3C Tactics and Flight Trainers
- During this period all trainers exceeded 99% availability
- Completed A+ and Security+ certifications.
Engineering Support Personnel Technician Level, Site Mobilization
N.A
01.2009
- III P-3C Maritime, Supervisor of the P-3C 14B59 Acoustics Trainer in Kadena Japan.
Engineering Support Personnel Supervisor Technician III, Shift Supervisor/Technician
10.2004 - 12.2012
- P-3C Maritime 2F179 TORT, 2F179 TACT, 14B58, 2F87 Flight, 14B59 and MAST at N.A.S
- Jacksonville Florida
- Simulator, III for 8 years
- Duties included repair, test, install, configure, upgrade, troubleshoot and assist in modification of Flight Trainers, Weapons and Tactics Trainers, Part Task Trainers, electronic classrooms, and other system components, devices, hardware and software
- Coordinated and consulted with vendors and customers in determining level of maintenance or repair
- Relocated EP-3E Mission Avionics Systems Trainer at NAS
Tech Level II
Engineering Support Personnel P3 Maritime N.A.S
Jacksonville , FL
01.2000 - 01.2004
Performed maintaining 100% operation readiness and maintenance of P-3C Tactical and Flight training devices. .
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
Support Supervisor Field Engineer Level
L3 COMS CLS
01.1997 - 01.2000
- III for P-3C 2F179 Tactical Air Crew Trainer (TACT) with additional responsibilities as Quality Assurance Engineer/Supervisor and later as Site Material Review Engineer/Supervisor
- Device training and testing for P-3C-2F179
- During this period was awarded by L-3 for Outstanding Achievement and Performance while supervising the F/18 program BRAC move for the WTT-2E7 and OFT F/A 18 from NAS Cecil Field to NAS Oceana.
Education
by Silicon Graphics Imaging in California on SGI 02, SGI 3200, SGI Octane workstations. Formal training with L-3 Communications in electronics, troubleshooting and micro-miniature repair. Online course study - Science
Florida Metropolitan University
2007
Skills
- Skills & Abilities
- Led LCS COMS Site from boxed crates to fully operational simulators with minimal documentation and/or support
- Managing planned maintenance and maintenance data systems, preparing documents for engineering evaluations, schedules, managing inspections, failure assessments, performing and processing operations, systems operation development, providing training, managing reports, brief executive leadership daily and weekly as necessary
- Maintains extensive knowledge of electronics, computer systems, multi simulator software operating systems, projector and visual systems, electro-mechanical assemblies, simulator trainer assemblies and sub systems
- Resolving in-depth complexities that arise daily in our training environment Leading daily production meetings, product organization, advanced procurement planning, program planning, business operations, engineering, supply and facility operations
- Personnel Reviews
- Manage Employee Relations
- Eligibility Determinations
- Affirmative Action Guidelines
- Conduct Orientations and Training
- Workforce Improvements
- Personnel Files
- Producer Support
- Reading Comprehension
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Document Organization
- File and Records Management
- Team Meetings
- Data Accuracy
- Policy Interpretation
- Constructive Feedback
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Remote Conferencing and Communication
- Onboard New Hires
- Market Conditions
- Disaster Preparation
- Strong Multitasking Skills
- Performance Optimization
- Active Listening
- Office Supplies and Inventory
- Status Updates
- Contract Negotiation
- Employee and Applicant Assessment
- Risk Management
- Funds Performance
- Office Support
- Preparing Memoranda
- Data Communications
- Administrative Support
- Client Correspondence
- Leave of Absence Transitions
- Complaint Response
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
- Training Development and Execution
- Promotion Coordination
- Database Maintenance
- Personnel Oversight
- Improvement Recommendations
- Organizational Development
- Networking and Partnership Development
- Payment Collection
- Employee Discipline
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Regulatory Requirements
- In-Person and Telephone Interviewing
- Microsoft Office
- Customer Satisfaction
- Maintain Employment Records
- Corrective Action Plans
- Discipline Documentation
- Large-Scale Events Planning
- Customer Care
- Computer System Maintenance
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Sort and Vet Applicants
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Pre-Employment Screening
- Operational Planning
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Accurate Recordkeeping
- New Hire Orientation
- Wages and Salary
- Time Tracking and Payroll Administration
- Employee Selection
- Financial Records and Reporting
- Internal Audits
- Talent Management
- Operational Efficiency
- Adaptable to Changing Conditions
- Employee Performance Management System
- Disciplinary Procedures
- Social Perceptiveness
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 35 staff members and three departments.
- Achieved many success in completing the Littoral Combat Ship, (LCS) contracts site start-up with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achievements effectively helping with staffing LCS Navy contracts Mayport.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Documented and resolved obsolescence parts issues which led to part replacements resolving contract obligations requirement.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved seamless results by introducing and managing multi security software licenses for multiple facilities.
Certification
- Navy Forth Fleet contract requirements for security plus - 2015 to present
- Navy Fourth Fleet training divisions, computer simulations - 30+ years
Timeline
Navy Fourth Fleet LCS COMS Manager
Fidelity Technologies Corporation
07.2019 - 12.2022
Simulation Technician III, Technician I to Shift Supervisor/Technician
Boeing/DRG
12.2012 - 05.2017
Engineering Support Personnel Technician Level, Site Mobilization
N.A
01.2009
Engineering Support Personnel Supervisor Technician III, Shift Supervisor/Technician
10.2004 - 12.2012
Tech Level II
Engineering Support Personnel P3 Maritime N.A.S
01.2000 - 01.2004
Support Supervisor Field Engineer Level
L3 COMS CLS
01.1997 - 01.2000
by Silicon Graphics Imaging in California on SGI 02, SGI 3200, SGI Octane workstations. Formal training with L-3 Communications in electronics, troubleshooting and micro-miniature repair. Online course study - Science
Florida Metropolitan University
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