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Engineering Manager, EEDS- Simulation & Analysis Tools Group- Managed team of 13 engineers serving as subject matter experts for a total of 77 MBSE, MCAD and ECAD tools who provide customer support across all sectors of Northrop Grumman.- Conducted managerial tasks such as regular 1:1, timekeeping, mentoring/guidance, leadership development, etc.)- Ensure timely take-up and execution of service tickets for customers- Ensured appropriate applications and license availability to the Sector by holding the role of Chair of the Mission Systems Technical Review Board, approving tools for sponsorship by the enterprise. - Supported efforts to identify and procure new applications and retire old applications to ensure right-work.-Mentored three high potential candidates focused on leadership and development. -Established a teaming environment in a group of multidisciplinary engineers by establishing a regular cadence of team building and professional development workshops and brainstorming sessions to open lines of communication and collaboration within the team. -Leveraged DISC assessments to better understand team personalities and needs.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Managed Systems Engineering and Join Test Working Groups with direct reporting to the WDSC and POG-Recommended and implemented methods to streamline business operations across a matrixed team allowingpeers to perform more work in less time; allowed the department to meet strategic goals ahead of schedule-Implemented the DOD 5000 Acquisition and Phase X process for new technology acquisition-Reviewed technical presentations to ensure Sr. Management expectations met and sound products delivered.

Responsible for the preparation and execution of field maintenance on a pressurized water reactor. Directly observes technician teams to ensure high quality technical maintenance is performed on instrumentation and controls systems. Provides coaching and feedback to maintenance workers on a regular basis. Prepares high-potential candidates for developmental roles and promotions of additional responsibility. Acts as hiring manager in selecting new hires for on-boarding via the interview process. Acts as department manager on a regular basis to communicate department focus areas, manage work scope, and correct human performance issues. Manages the resource calendar for a shop of 40 technicians 16-weeks in advance of work execution. Managed the IMD work execution and problem resolution during the 2021 Refueling outage at home site. By-Name requested to support a fleet partner in a Management role during their 2021 refueling outage. Managed 2019 RFO IMD traveling support include departure and arrival dates, team assignments, and site security access for 70 technicians.Coordinates week preparation and duty rotation schedule for 6 supervisor peers. Developed technicians to take on supervisory and leadership roles utilizing tools to track and improve performance.Structured own development plan to involve the development of others as to not perform tasks out-of-role.Boosted the morale of the IMD shop by committing to positive reinforcement, candid and genuine feedback, and implemented regular department outings and socialsRepresents Calvert Cliffs on the Corporate FLS peer group with high impact to recent procedure changes

Lusby, Md

Advocate for long term system health for High Safety Significance, Tier 1 Systems to ensure requirements of the NRC are met and adhered to. Researches and presents nuclear plant modifications to site leadership for implementation to minimize plant trip-risk and continued safe operation. Responsible for the long term trending of the main steam and feedwater systems. Performs systems walkdowns on a regular basis to monitor unlogged plant parameters for potential significant plant impact. Updates site leadership on the health status and escalates systems health issues on a priority basis. Ensures issue reports are screened in a timely manner to allow prioritization. Provides input to fleet calls on troubleshooting efforts. Acts as the troubleshooting lead for complex troubleshooting problems.Responsible for the long-term health of Main Steam, Feedwater Heater Vents and Drains, Extraction Steam, and Salt Water System piping, valves, and associated components.Tracked and trended system performance data to appropriately scope, predict, and alter maintenance plans and schedules in coordination with CMO and Planning as appropriate.Researched and proposed valve actuator upgrade to save the site at least 6 million dollars in operating costs over a 10-year period.Proposed and procured funding to eliminate up to three single-point vulnerabilities supporting site and corporate initiatives.Coordinated Engineering Department work orders and holds to ensure procedural milestones met

Office Of Naval Intelligence

Leads a peer group of 35 to ensure operational requirements are met.Utilizes all-source information to assemble intelligence assessments of high level operations.Briefs executive level officers on current fleet operations.

Responsible for day to day operations of a nuclear powered steam propulsion plant and overall navigation, tactical employment, and safe operation of a fast-attack submarine.Major Submarine Qualifications: Department Head, Engineering Officer (S6G Nuclear Reactor Plant), Submarine Warfare Officer, Officer of the Deck, Engineering Officer of the Watch As the Assistant Engineer I was handpicked to represent the Engineer Officer for operational and administrative duties. I also trained a department of 75 sailors for the performance of high risk evolutions such as Primary Relief Valve Testing, Dual Media Discharge, and Solid Plant Operations. As the Main Propulsion Assistant I lead a machinery division, a division of 15 sailors, through vigorous training, repairs, and maintenance on the nuclear propulsion plant and steam plant mechanical systems. I coordinated with subordinate supervisors to complete nuclear plant preventative maintenance and upkeep on hundreds of valves, pipes, and components vital to the operation of the ship. I was responsible for reviewing and approving Quality Assurance documents necessary to complete repairs on nuclear and steam plant grade systems.

Master’S Degree, Systems Engineering, 3.72

Creativity and Problem Solving Technical Project Management Probability Models and Simulation Systems Verification Validation and Testing.

Bachelor’S Degree, Chemical Engineering, 3.11

Activities and Societies: Alpha Chi Rho Fraternity, University Pep Band, Club Frisbee Team, The Cadets Drum and Bugle CorpsAdditionally.