Tell Me About Yourself.

  • I was born in Southern Illinois, raised in Las Vegas, Nevada and live in Stafford, Virginia (about 40 minutes South of DC) with my wife and two children.
  • I retired from the Navy in 2002;  I was an Assistant Program Manager for the Submarine Electronics Technician/Reactor Operator Community. I hold a Master's Degree in Public Administration. I am currently a Manager & Program Analyst for an engineering support contracting firm, in Springfield, Virginia.
  • I’ve served on several Boards of Directors, among them–The U.S. Naval Institute in Annapolis and the National Capital Area Chapter of ASPA in Washington, DC.

What Did You Do In the Navy?

  • As a Master Chief Reactor Operator, I supervised the operation and maintenance of nuclear plants on three submarines, including the troubleshooting and repair of electronic and electro-mechanical systems. I qualified Engineering Officer of the Watch and am certified a Master Training Specialist and Electronics Mechanic.
  • I've been an instructor in several settings–Taught in the classroom, in the lab, and in the plant.
  • I led teams from as few as 6 or 7 technicians to as many as 35 or 40 plant operators.
  • My last several years on Active Duty, I was in the Manpower and Personnel field in OPNAV–In charge of the men and women who staff the propulsion plants in nearly half of all our Navy warships.
  • Now, I’m a civilian, again–The Senior Calibration Program Coordinator at Unified Industries Incorporated, in Springfield, VA.

What Are Your Plans?

  • I loved my time in the service–I was privileged to give so much to our country. I was promoted to the very top of my field–Qualified and served in demanding assignments both at sea and ashore.
  • I’ve made the transition to civilian life–I’m now a contractor in northern Virginia. But, I'm ready to move on and move up, again.
  • I am seeking a position as a Program Management Analysis Officer in an agency that emphasizes critical thinking to deliver outstanding enduring-value solutions.
  • I am available in the Washington, DC area, willing to travel and have an active Secret Security Clearance.