
Highly motivated Senior Radar Technical Specialist and U.S. Naval Nuclear Mechanical Engineer with over 22 years of experience in operations, analysis, experimentation, testing, and high-stakes leadership. Self-motivated professional who has proactively stepped into high-level leadership positions at every stage of career, consistently guiding cross-functional teams to operational excellence. Offers an extensive background in electro-mechanical systems and electronic component-level troubleshooting, paired with a meticulous focus on Quality Assurance, Communications Security, Facilities Management, Reactor Plant Operations, and Radar Systems Maintenance. Combines technical mastery with proactive leadership to maintain a perfect, mishap-free record, making a top candidate for Skydio.
Lead Coordinator directing all operations at FPQ-6 Radar. Troubleshot technical issues for end-users, ensuring timely resolution and support. Developed training materials for staff on software applications and systems usage. Supported hardware installations and configuration for new equipment across departments. Documented technical procedures and workflows to streamline operations and improve efficiency. Performed regular system audits to identify and address potential security vulnerabilities. Supervised and directed 20 technicians in the proper use and controls over cryptographic materials with zero violations.
Operated radar systems to detect and track targets effectively. Conducted routine maintenance on radar equipment to ensure optimal performance. Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot technical issues with radar systems. Assisted in the installation of new radar technologies and upgrades. Documented technical reports detailing system performance and incidents. Supported safety protocols during radar operations in diverse environments. Provided technical support to customers regarding installation, operation and maintenance of radar equipment. Installed, configured and troubleshot a wide range of radar systems at customer sites.
Reactor Plant Supervisors perform advanced electrical and mechanical systems operations; apply advanced level maintenance practices to propulsion plant systems, support systems, turbines, pumps, and valves; supervise operations, advanced maintenance, advanced testing, and training for Reactor Department personnel; draft correspondence; develop administrative programs; perform risk management; repair and maintain equipment; and perform work critical to the movement of naval tactical and strategic forces. Managed a crew of over 50 Nuclear Trained sailors as the #2 Reactor Plant Leading Petty Officer.
Manages operations, maintenance, and training for qualifying personnel; review divisional and departmental administrative correspondence; perform divisional/departmental program and training audits; perform risk management; repair and maintain equipment. Awarded by the Secretary of the Navy the Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal for outstanding performance and qualifying over 400 Nuclear Reactor Plant Operators.
Mechanical Systems maintenance liaison. Planned, scheduled and coordinated detailed phases of large-scale projects. Resulting in completion of over 100 high priority maintenance items across 10 Naval Warships vital to mission completion.
Propulsion Plant Mechanical Operators operate and perform basic preventive maintenance on propulsion plant mechanical systems, support systems, turbines, pumps, and valves; operate reactor plants, propulsion plants, and auxiliary support systems; monitor operations of the shutdown reactor and propulsion plant; repair and maintain equipment; and perform work critical to the movement of naval tactical and strategic forces. Awarded by the Secretary of the Navy the Navy Marine Corps Achievement medal for outstanding performance completing over 1000 required maintenance checks.