Over 25 years of experience to include nuclear power operation and maintenance on board submarine and submarine support tender. Extensive experience in the radiological controls aspect of nuclear maintenance for submarines and aircraft carriers. Over 16 years of experience with the RERO Organization for San Diego, CA. Currently standing as a Radiological Technical Branch Director for the Team San Diego RERO watch station.
Skills
Emergency Plannning
Organized
Conflict resolution
Project management
Efficient multi-tasker
Staff training/development
Effective leader
Exceptional interpersonal communication
Exemplifies integrity
Conflict resolution
Detailed-oriented
Project planning and development
Risk assessment
Secret Security Clearance
Critical thinking
Team player
Work History
Director of Radiological Controls, 05/2015 - Current Amentum – West Chicago, IL, In June 2015, the Director of Radiological Controls for San Diego left the position for another assignment. I assumed the role at that time. As the Director of Radiological Controls, my mission is to oversee all aspects of radiological controls operations to include on site management of radiological engineering to support propulsion plant and nuclear facility repairs, control and processing of radioactive and mixed waste, nuclear training, radiation health, radiological control monitoring, and emergency preparedness. In addition to the departmental oversight, I am responsible for all administrative and technical supervision and enforcement of radiological controls for all nuclear work in the Point Loma area. My extensive knowledge and experience with the Department of Transportation regulations, Code of Federal Regulations, State of California hazardous waste regulations, NAVSEA and shipyard manuals and instruction ensures compliance when performing all radiological work. Compliance with these regulations not only guarantees safe handling of radioactive materials but promotes the public’s trust of our program. With over 25 years of experience to include operation of pressurized water reactors under Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program and shipyard nuclear maintenance, I have extensive knowledge of reactor theory, physics, nuclear safety, health physics, radiochemistry, and water chemistry. Having worked 16 years in the Radiological Controls Department, I possess extensive knowledge of radiological planning and managing for successful submarine overhauls. As the Director of Radiological Controls, I effectively communicate and collaborate with CSS-11 Commodore and Naval Base Point Loma Deputy Commanding Officers, the Commanding and Engineer Officers of all submarines, shipyard Senior Managers, NRMD-PL Director, PNS San Diego Director, ECC Director, PSNS&IMF Radiological Controls Director San Diego, and NAVSEA Headquaters personnel to ensure proactive planning and, as necessary, to promptly and proficiently resolve critical issues to ensure the submarines meet their underway schedule. In my dual roles as both Director and Deputy Director, I have extensive experience with all aspects of radiological emergency planning and training which ensures the highest state of readiness for San Diego. Since the southwest region is an extremely unique and challenging area with numerous commands needed to support Radiological Emergency Response Organization (RERO), it has been imperative for me to maintain constant communication and collaboration with area leaders from CSS-11, PSNS&IMF, PSN, PSN detachment San Diego, and other commands to create and ensure successful training, watchbill succession plan, and the highest state of personnel and material readiness. As part of the Outreach Council for RERO, I have direct experience with engaging outreach initiatives with state, county and local civil authorities as well as senior military leadership in the southwest region. As the Radiological Technical Branch Director, I was able to successfully spearhead an initiative that resulted in the County of San Diego Hazardous Incident Response Team and the San Diego Regional Dispatch Center joining as emergency response partners which will greatly augment our capabilities. Mastery of concepts, principles and practices of nuclear and non-nuclear planning and production. Serve as a technical authority on project assigned. Knowledge and skill to apply the latest developments in submarine or surface ship overhaul and repair to solve problems not readily treatable by acceptable methods. Ability to manage, direct and supervise a project. Adept to organize projects performed by personnel, and supervise personnel practices to effectively administer project resources. Technical ability and working knowledge of mechanical, structural, electrical and electronics engineering principles, practices and techniques as they relate to the overhaul and repair of nuclear submarines. Extensive knowledge of shipyard organizations, operations, communication channels, policies, practices, and functions of various departments. Able to communicate effectively, both orally and written, with all levels of management, including external interested personnel. Capable of reviewing classified documents. Direct and ensure the success of the assigned segment of the overhaul by direct liaison with all levels of shipyard management and through subordinate levels of supervision. Manage all assigned work crews, including functional work groups. Promote and administer management programs such as safety, cost, reduction, productivity improvement, energy conservation, incentive awards, and employee performance appraisals. Assures that subordinates supervisors effectively administer practices or policies in labor management agreements, EEO/Affirmative Action programs, and discipline enforcement. Determine long and short range needs for resources; such as, manpower, materials, equipment, staff support, etc. Often recommend appropriate action, which may have significant impact on cost and scheduling. Manage material and overtime to assure proper execution, and recommend cost saving improvements. Coordinate the efforts of various trades and shipyard organizations to assure successful completion of the assigned portion of the overhaul. Conduct various meetings that may include Department Head and Command briefings to ensure an accurate flow of information regarding schedule, cost, and material issues. Implement policy development at higher levels and assign responsibility to personnel accountable for proper execution of the work. Initiate changes in work priorities and progress emphasis to support work schedules, and ensure on-time completion. Managed projects budget and consistently completed projects under budget. Direct, supervise and coordinate the productive effort in the overhaul, repair, modification, installation, and testing of all shipboard work for the assigned segments of the project. Ensure a variety of intricate equipment and sophisticated systems are removed, repaired, maintained, and installed in the ship to support the mission of the ship and of the shipyard., while meeting extremely high standards of quality. Able to resolve ever changing technological problems arising from new production assignments where few standards or precedents are available, and direct highly complex solutions to accomplish such work. Over 25 years of extensive experience with radiological casualty response as a responder and person in charge. Completed a mission to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard to train radiological personnel with casualty response. Currently, I’m providing emergency response training to personnel in San Diego. I’ve participated in numerous reactor accident emergency drills in San Diego, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, and Yokosuka, Japan. I also have extensive knowledge of the radiological emergency response organization (RERO) in San Diego. I have also been training on scene and off-site personnel on emergency response. I’ve been a member of the ECC RERO team since 2000 serving as Radcon Section Chief and Radiological Technical Branch Director.
Deputy Director of Radiological Controls, 06/2014 - 05/2015 Portsmouth Naval Shipyard – City, STATE, Extensive experience with managing and ensuring the highest state of readiness for radiological engineering, training, all aspects of radiological controls monitoring to support nuclear propulsion plant and facility maintenance repairs in San Diego. My excellent communication skills has helped developed a great working relationship with Submarine Squadron Eleven (CSS-11) to ensure we provide outstanding services such as engineering and assistance for complex submarine problems both underway and in port. I have also collaborated with CSS-11 to author numerous Memorandums of Agreement (MOA) to ensure compliances with the environmental monitoring program and Diesel Electric Submarine Initiative (DESI) for visiting foreign vessels. Upgraded the nuclear training program in San Diego by making training a major part of Portsmouth Naval Shipyard detachment San Diego daily priority vice just submarine repair projects. Training is now visible on the daily Nuclear Regional Maintenance Department priority list where it’s a topic of discussion everyday. I ensured high training standard by implementing a monitoring program of assigning a level of GS-12 or higher manager weekly to monitor sessions. I also collaborated with Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS&IMF) training managers to share assets to enhance training opportunities for both shipyards in San Diego. To ensure we continue to develop our workforce, the nuclear training facility renovation project I oversaw will be completed by January 2016. I have extensive experience with all aspects of radiological emergency planning and training to ensure highest state of readiness for San Diego. Since the southwest region is an extremely unique and challenging area with numerous commands in need to support Radiological Emergency Response Organization (RERO), I have always maintained constant collaboration with area leaders from CSS-11, PSNS&IMF, PSN, PSN detachment San Diego, and other commands to ensure successful training, watchbill succession plan, and highest state of personnel and material readiness. As part of the Outreach Council for RERO, I have direct experience with engaging outreach initiatives with state, county and local civil authorities as well as senior military leadership in the southwest region. I successfully lead an initiative that resulted with having the County of San Diego Hazardous Incident Response Team and the San Diego Regional Dispatch Center become part of our emergency response partners which has maximized our capabilities.
Radiological Controls Supervisor, 02/2002 - 05/2014 Portsmouth Naval Shipyard/Puget Sound Naval Shipyard – City, STATE, During my tenure as an SRCT, I was able to gain the competencies and experience necessary to be an effective leader. Some of the successes that highlight my supervisory skills include: Successfully led first-time major nuclear maintenance in a foreign country on the USS George Washington while in Japan. Supervised the first ever high-risk nuclear maintenance performed by the Navy without any significant radiological deficiencies on the USS Oklahoma City. Led very successful availabilities in Japan, San Diego, Norfolk, and Portsmouth, which were always under cost due to first-time quality and within schedule. Extensive experience overseeing radiological work to ensure proper contamination control, the generation, and control of radioactive material, and always ensuring personnel exercise ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable). In addition, the position required that I master the skill of not only taking charge in response to radiological/hazardous emergencies and incidents, which includes calculating consequences and executing appropriate actions to contain exposure but being able to make immediate corrections or consult with superiors as necessary. It was imperative to be skillful in the art of determining short and long range goals and the means to accomplish the goals which also included directing, supervising and coordinating efforts to support overhaul, repair, modification installation, and testing of all shipboard work for the project. To support project schedule, it was essential to allocate the resources, manpower, and materials to support priority shift. This also included managing, coordinating, and directing civilian and military personnel to support nuclear maintenance and operation. I’ve successfully managed and supervised off-site projects through proper planning and execution of work.
Submarine Nuclear Machinist Mate, 02/1990 - 05/1999 US NAVY – City, STATE, Served as Engine Room Supervisor for at-sea operation. Performed and supervised corrective and preventive maintenance actions and testing of propulsion plant systems during both shipyard overhaul and operational conditions. As a Training Coordinator/ Instructor, I implemented training program to qualify over 300 sailors while onboard USS McKee (AS-41). I have extensive experience with interactive training on maintenance techniques and documentation processes. As a Radiological Controls Shift Supervisor, I ensured compliance with all radiation protection programs during maintenance at multiple job sites by supervising all nuclear maintenance with approximately 20 nuclear-trained sailors. While on board the USS Stonewall Jackson (SSBN-634), I was responsible for writing technical instructions to support nuclear reactor operation and maintenance. I qualified ERS and EWS as well.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Nuclear Engineering Technology, Expected in 2015 - Thomas Edison State University - Trenton, NJ GPA:
Additional Information
Performance Award for USS George Washington support in Japan
2011 NAVSEA Excellence Award from VADM MCCOY
SECRET Security Clearance
1990 Graduate of Naval Nuclear Power School
1991 Graduate of Naval Nuclear Prototype School
Qualified as RADCON Section Chief for RERO
Qualified as Radiological Technical Branch Director
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