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EDUCATION:

Master of Business Administration

Brenau University, Gainesville, GA - May 1993

University of the State of New York, Albany, NY

Over 2500 contact hours of classroom and laboratory work towards a Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering

Naval Nuclear Power School, Orlando, FL - October 1980
Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit, Idaho Falls, ID - May 1981

United States Navy Schools and Training

Leadership

Dale Carnegie's Leadership Training for Managers, Dale Carnegie Course, Navy Leader Development Program for Supervisors, Navy Leader Development Program for Managers.

Material and Maintenance Management Coordinator; Command Assessment Team; Command Team Trainer; Naval Operations Analysis; Production the TOC Way, Engineering Administration and Sexual Harassment Prevention.

Team Skills - Train the Trainer; Methods for Managing Quality; Fundamentals of TQL.

Fleet Nuclear Planner School; Reactor Principles.

Principles of Naval Engineering; Engineering Administration; Gas Free Engineering; Respiratory Protection; Pressure / Temperature Instrument Calibration; Blue Print Reading and Sketching; Ergonomics, Principles and Application of Magnetic Bearings and Noise and Vibration Analysis.

Proportional Controllers; Advanced Electronics Maintenance Technician; Circuit Breakers and Controllers; Electric Governor and Regulator Operations; Basic Digital Fundamentals; Electrician's Mate (Class A) School; and Basic Electricity and Electronics.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Government Contracting Officer  Supervisor of Shipbuilding, Conversion and Repair, USN, (SUPSHIP) Gulf Coast, New Orleans, LA  2006 - Present

Administers Naval Sea Systems Command shipbuilding contracts. 

Contracts Price/Cost Analyst  SUPSHIP Gulf Coast, New Orleans, LA  2005 - Present

Furnishes advisory and/or negotiation services relative to cost proposals and price proposals submitted by contractors; conducts an extensive analytical and judgmental evaluation of each element of the contractor’s proposal; provides detailed documentation on the contractors methodology in arriving at the proposed cost of each element; and estimates constructive pricing objectives.

Director, Change Management Northrop Grumman Ship Systems, New Orleans, LA  2002 - 2005

Lead and manage the contract change process including technical scope definition, scheduling, estimating and negotiation.  

Program Manager LPD 20 Northrop Grumman Ship Systems, New Orleans, LA  2002 - 2003

Program manager for LPD 20.  

Contracts Administrator / Negotiator Northrop Grumman Ship Systems, New Orleans, LA  1999 - 2002

To meet business goals, had extensive direct contact with customers to facilitate and document business transactions.

To close the deal, used an in-depth understanding of presentation and negotiation techniques, contract principles, company policies and legal requirements to develop and implement specific negotiation plans and to analyze, review and negotiate contracts and contract actions.

Negotiated forty-three contract changes, which increased the estimated value of the LPD 17 class by $30,500,704.

Personally developed new negotiating procedures, which has improved processing time by 66 percent.

 

Project Coordinator Avondale Shipyard, New Orleans, LA  1997 - 1999

Developed technical change proposals per Federal Acquisition Regulation requirements.  Analyzed technical feasibility, material and manpower costs, and schedule impact.
Completed twenty percent (20%) of all change technical packages.  (2.5 times greater than average).
Assigned Lead Project Coordinator for Sealift Program and LPD 17.
Revised the change process resulting in significant timesaving.
Negotiated substantial increases in legitimate man-hour charges, capturing previously unrealized dollars. 

Operations Manager GS Electric

Identified and removed production line bottlenecks.
Motivated and trained production employees.
Supervised and managed maintenance and facilities personnel.
Assessed production goals.
Organized and supervised a planned plant shutdown, completing preventive and corrective maintenance on seven production lines.
 

Director of Engineering Projects GS Electric, Carlisle, PA  1996 - 1997

Forecast costs, equipment and personnel needs for projects and programs. Assigned engineers, scientists, technicians and support personnel to carry out specific parts of the projects. Supervised their work and reviewed their designs, reports, and programs. Established working and administrative procedures and policies.

Project Engineer, New Product DevelopmentGS Electric

Planned new product introduction program. Applied system metrics to monitor progress.

Applications EngineerGS Electric

Designed fractional horsepower universal motors for other equipment manufacturers (OEM).

Enlisted in United States Navy 

Attained the rank of Electrician's Mate Chief Petty Officer (Submarines) [E-7].

Submarine Nuclear Propulsion Plant Supervisor and Operator (Electrical) 

Fully qualified by virtue of seniority, experience and demonstrated proficiency (including specified qualifications) to supervise the operation and maintenance of a submarine nuclear propulsion plant.

Electrical Division Leading Chief Petty Officer  1994 - 1996

Responsible the safe operation and maintenance of all reactor and ship's 60 hertz, 400 hertz and d.c. electrical power generation and distribution systems. Maintained electrical equipment including: diesel generator, hydraulic power plants, compressed air, sea water and fresh water systems, atmospheric control, refrigeration and air conditioning, fresh water generation plants, plumbing, ventilation, lube oil, galley, and emergency propulsion. Supervised and trained thirteen electricians.

Total Quality Management Coordinator 

Implemented a process improvement program for an organization of 170 people.

Engineering Watch Supervisor

Responsible for all engineering systems. Supervised fifteen mechanics, electronics technicians, and electricians.

Equal Opportunity Program Manger

Provided training seminars on individual rights, responsibilities, prevention of racial discrimination and sexual harassment. Investigated allegations and provided counseling and referral services.

Trident Refit Facility Kings Bay

Ship Superintendent 1992 - 1993

Directed the production efforts of 868 military and civilian personnel during six submarine availabilities which included two dry-dockings. Ensured the completion of over 2,600 repair and maintenance jobs, which required over 100,000 production man-hours and over $1,500,000. Liaison between five government organizations.

Quality Assurance Project Manager

Managed 143 personnel. Implemented Quality Assurance and Control Program. Personally trained over fifty nuclear repair personnel. Completed project three weeks ahead of schedule.

Nuclear Planning Branch Supervisor

Planned and executed over 400 nuclear work items and 123 nuclear work procedures (35 of which were first time command accomplishments). Procured material and coordinated logistics. Managed inventory. Directly supervised thirteen production controllers. Managed a $111,000 yearly budget. Also: Local Area Network Administrator, Computer Security Officer and Emergency Command Center Reactor Assessment Team.

Repair Duty Officer

Monitored progress, assessed milestones, and identified goals to a work force of 200 personnel performing maintenance and repairs.

Ship's Maintenance and Material Management Coordinator 1989 - 1990

Responsible for all ship's maintenance and repair performance and reporting. Liaison with the submarine repair facility. Supervised seventeen work center supervisors.

Electrical Division Work Center Supervisor 1986 - 1989

Supervised twenty-four electricians in the completion of a submarine refueling overhaul.

Electrical Division Work Center Supervisor 1984 - 1986

Supervised eleven electricians.

Electrician and Electrical Work Leader  1981 - 1984

Supervised three electricians.

SKILLS:

 

Leadership	Management	Team Development
Plant Operations	Theory of Constraints	Problem Solving
Quality Control	Job Planning / Leveling	Workload Management
Multiple Direct Reports	Personnel Development	Troubleshooting
Production Control	Technical Research	Interpersonal Skills
AC/DC Circuits	Motors & Generators	Electrical Systems
Mechanical Systems	Electronic Systems	Pneumatic Systems

MANAGING

• Scheduled and supervised work force. Solved production problems. Prioritized tasks to get a job done efficiently.
• Inspected finished materials and products. Insured compliance with policies and procedures.
• Convinced others to adopt a course of action.
• Spoke to large or small groups with confidence. Prepared operating procedures. Edited written materials. Maintained files. Prepared employee appraisals.
• Implemented and maintained security programs, personnel policies, and training programs.
• Responded to internal and external customer inquiries. Investigated and solved complaints.
• Worked in difficult situations with tact.
• Worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

ORGANIZING
• Coordinated interdepartmental activities.
• Developed programs to improve results.
• Trained others in skills and crafts.
• Worked closely with others on a team.

PLANNING
• Analyzed problems. Anticipated people's needs. Analyzed support personnel requirements.
• Created plans and designs. Designed production planning and control systems.
• Performed mathematical computations.
• Planned policies and procedures.
• Provided technical support. Read blueprints. Researched technical publications.
• Prepared budgets and financial forecasts.
• Designed newsletters and training materials.

COMPUTERS
• Experience with personal computer hardware upgrades. Served as 3com LAN network administrator.
• Very experienced in using word processing programs (WordPerfect / MS Word).
• Experience with spreadsheets, databases, graphics, CAD, project scheduling, Internet web browsers, html, personal finance, MS Windows, MS Dos, and project management.
• Experienced with TRIDENT specific Intermediate Maintenance Management System and SNAP II Organizational Maintenance Management System.

COMMUNITY:

• Active volunteer with Habitat for Humanity.
• Member of the Board of Directors for a local Spiritual Assembly.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: SECRET (ENTNAC/790320)

DRUG FREE

AVAILABILITY: Depends upon the offer. . .