Kyle Couture Email & Phone Number

Alameda County, California, United States

• Deploy and retrieve uncrewed surface vehicles (USV) or “drones” from marine ports around the globe, including logistics of shipping drones, assembly, onsite troubleshooting, QC checks, and coordination with Account Management team at Headquarters • Organize and maintain inventory and equipment, including support vessels, tenders, dock and launch tools (crane/forklift), and other fleet assets (prototypes, instruments, equipment) • Serve as primary liaison between Saildrone and local vendors, authorities, and port personnel, keeping mission on schedule through effective project management and communication• Develop regional partnerships for equipment rentals, charter boats, and contract labor at marinas and boatyards• Assist with training and providing feedback for continuous improvement and centralization

Marin County, California, United States

Specialty Positions Held: Marine Patrol, Investigations, S.W.A.T., Firearms Instructor, Crime Scene Investigator, Digital Forensics Program Lead• Marine Patrol, Search & Rescue and law enforcement response• SWAT• Work with cross-functional government agencies• Create content and deliver county-wide training • Success applying for federal and state grants to fund the replacement of marine patrol boat and equipment• Detailed analysis and reporting to collect and manage fingerprints for Marin County crime scenes• Conflict resolution and de-escalation of tense situations• Attend state-wide safety training conferences and transfer knowledge to internal stakeholders• Use of 3D digital imaging technology for measurement, imaging, and documentation

Martinez, California, United States

Sacramento, California, United States

• Responsible for installing seamless gutter systems, managing inventory & ordering supplies

Alameda, California, United States

• Train, direct, and supervise personnel in ship maintenance duties such as deck and hull maintenance• Stand watch on ship’s bridges, passing information relating to routine and special activities to the crew• Working as a team to strategize and execute missions related to ports and waterway security, search and rescue, drug interdiction, and marine safety