Michael Callahan

Experience

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  United States Naval Special Warfare Command

  Jan 2012 - Dec 2013

  Naval Special Warfare: Student

  • Special Warfare Combatant Craft Crewman Selection Class 74. Completed sixty weeks of assessment and selection to include; Naval Special Warfare Prep School, BUD/S Orientation, Basic Crewman Selection (BCS), Basic Crewman Training (BCT), SWCC Crewman Qualification Training (CQT), SWCC Core Skills, Defense Language Institute, and SERE Training.

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  SPECIAL BOAT TEAM 12

  Oct 2012 - Jul 2021

  As a lead Aircraft Controller, I was appointed project manager of a 20-person multinational team for qualification sustainment training. I successfully scheduled and tracked all personnel's movement to training sites (from multiple countries) and collaborated with local vendors to secure contracts for lodging and facilities.• Planned and coordinated the execution of 100 hours and 25 live-fire training exercises• Methodically assessed 4 training sites, 6 lodging locations, and infrastructure capable ofhousing men and equipment• Expanded footprint of my team and increased overall proficiency Show less Assigned to Combatant Craft Assault Detachment as the lead communicator and was responsiblefor the maintenance and inventory of all communications radios and encrypted devices.Developed and coordinated internal communications policies and strategic applications to achievemission success. • Maintained and inventoried 300 communications assets valued at $4.5M with 100%accountability• Conducted gap analysis of existing communications processes, identified necessarychanges, and documented approved Standard Operating Procedures for futuredetachments Show less Assigned as a Yeoman for command, entrusted with the critical responsibility of managing payroll operations, which entailed a blend of accurate record-keeping, seamless coordination across departments, and proficient use of specialized military payroll systems to ensure timely and compliant payroll processing for the entire unit. • Administered payroll operations for an entire command of 250 personnel, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to military and federal regulations.• Addressed payroll inquiries and resolved discrepancies, providing clear communication and support to personnel regarding their pay and allowances.• Prepared and maintained financial logs and records, contributing to financial transparency and accountability within the command.• Collaborated with the Human Resources and Finance departments to ensure accurate payroll data and adherence to policies, facilitating smooth payroll processing cycles.• Utilized the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) and MyPay systems for payroll processing and reporting, demonstrating proficiency in managing payroll operations within the specific frameworks and guidelines set by the US military.• Participated in regular audits of payroll data to ensure integrity and accuracy, identifying and rectifying discrepancies in a timely manner. Show less

  • Project Manager (Team Leader)

    Jan 2019 - Jul 2021

  • Communications Director (Lead Communicator)

    Jan 2016 - Dec 2018

  • Administrative Clerk

    Oct 2012 - Dec 2018
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  The Honor Foundation

  Sept 2020 - now

  The Honor Foundation (THF) is a unique transition institute created exclusively for Navy SEALs and the U.S. Special Operations community. We provide a clear process for professional development and a diverse ecosystem of world class support and technology. Every step is dedicated to preparing these outstanding men and women to continue to realize their maximum potential during and after their service career.If you are looking for the one thing that makes THF special, it may be this: every decision we make is the product of co-creation with actual members of the Special Operations community. We seek their input constantly. We approach challenges the way they do. We strive to hold ourselves to their impeccable standards. We achieve because we follow the lead of the world’s highest achievers.The Mission: "To serve others with honor, for life. So, their next mission is clear and continues to impact the world."Specialties: • Operations • Leadership • Team Building • Strategic Planning • Logistics • Problem Solving • Budget Planning • Intelligence Analysis • Communications • Risk Management Show less

  • The Honor Foundation Alumni

    Nov 2020 - now

  • The Honor Foundation Fellow Cohort 35

    Sept 2020 - Nov 2020
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  Mission Realty Group

  Mar 2021 - May 2022

  Real Estate Agent
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  Northwestern Mutual

  Apr 2022 - Oct 2023

  Financial Advisor
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  SAIC

  Aug 2023 - now

  Engineering Technician

  Serves as an Engineering Technician, specializing in analyzing and testing component systems for hardware and software compatibility within DoD-mandated platforms. My responsibilities extend to Quality Assurance support, troubleshooting engineering processes, and liaising with vendors to optimize performance and cost-efficiency across projects.• Provide technical expertise in research, design, development, testing, and manufacturing process improvement.• Analyze and test system components, software products, and hardware platforms to determine their suitability to host new operating systems. Show less