Robert David Lewald
Crownsville,MD
Summary
Dynamic Program Analyst with extensive experience at the U.S. Coast Guard, specializing in navigation systems and strategic planning. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and managing complex projects. Adept at budget planning and fostering collaboration, ensuring long-term organizational growth and success. Recognized for leadership in high-stakes environments.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Analyst - Navigation Systems
U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Navigation Systems
04.2017 - Current
Primary Duties:
-Provide Navigation systems and aids to navigation expertize to the US Coast Guard.
-Serve as Program Manager for the U.S. Aids to Navigation Information Management System (USAIMS).
-Represent the USA and US Coast Guard to standards organizations:
IMO - NCSR Member of Delgation, Team Lead Navigation WG
IHO - Member of Delgation to HSCC, S-100, NIPWG WG
IALA - Member of Delegation to ARM (Chair WG1)
IEC - Member of Delgation
RTCM - Board Member, Chair RTCM SC109 (electronic charting)
General Manager of Fleet Operations
Watermark Inc (Passenger Vessel Company)
04.2016 - 04.2017
- Managed fleet of 17 vessels and 125 seasonal employees, managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and maintenance contract negotiations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Program Analyst - Navigation Systems
U.S. Coast Guard - Office of Navigation Systems
12.2014 - 04.2016
Same duties as in current position.
U.S. Coast Guard Active Duty Military Member
U.S. Coast Guard
09.1985 - 12.2014
Served for 30 years on active duty in the USCG with 25 of those years spent afloat aboard numerous cutters in all positions including command.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MDSkills
- Operational Strategic Planning
- Efficiency Enhancement
- Requirements gathering
- Risk Analysis
- User acceptance testing
- Budget planning
- Software development
- Risk assessment expertise
- Strategic planning abilities
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Accomplishments
Delivered first of kind Marine Safety Information (MSI) delivery system to Electronic Charting System (ECS). Mariners now receive hourly MSI updates on their navigation screen.
Successfully managed nationwide deployment of over 600 AIS-ATONs.
Timeline
Program Analyst - Navigation Systems
U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Navigation Systems
04.2017 - Current
General Manager of Fleet Operations
Watermark Inc (Passenger Vessel Company)
04.2016 - 04.2017
Program Analyst - Navigation Systems
U.S. Coast Guard - Office of Navigation Systems
12.2014 - 04.2016
U.S. Coast Guard Active Duty Military Member
U.S. Coast Guard
09.1985 - 12.2014
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
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