Experience

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  Navy metoc

  Jan 1986 - Jan 2015

  • Oceanographer

    Jan 1986 - Jan 2015

  • Oceanographer

    Jan 1986 - Jan 2015
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  Us netwarcom

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  Director innovation and experimentation

  I supervised a 32 member workforce and managed an annual $11M program of work in support of Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence (C4I) Fleet Experimentation (FLEX) for the U.S. Navy. I planned and executed the annual Trident Warrior series of C4I focused, at-sea experiments as well as numerous limited objective and table-top (seminar) experimentation efforts which brought industry, Space and Warfare Systems Command, and fleet and coalition warfighters together in an operational environment to assess the impact of new and emerging technologies on the tactical through operational levels of warfare. I was responsible for providing the C4I perspective in the prioritization and selection of annual Future Navy Capabilities (major naval R&D programs) and fleet experimentation proposals. I aligned experimentation program efforts with the Joint Staff’s Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) processes. I reviewed plans, progress, and final experimentation reports for technical content, experimentation rigor, adherence to policy, and clarity of conclusions and recommendations prior to presenting to senior leadership for implementation decisions. Show less

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  Us navy

  Dec 2008 - Jun 2012

  Branch head, operational experimentation

  I supervised a team of 39 multinational, military and contract personnel and was responsible for NATO’s Operational Experimentation Program of Work totaling over $14M in annual expenditures in personnel, travel, and operating costs. Specific duties and accomplishments include:- Successfully planned and executed several hundred military experiments ranging from prototype validation onboard U.S. and foreign naval vessels to discovery experiments during table-top (seminar) exercises and war games- Development and fostered relationships with subject matter experts from U.S. and allied CD&E organizations to facilitate information exchange and collaboration - Reviewed and approved final reports for technical content, experimentation rigor, adherence to policy, clarity of conclusions, and recommendations prior to presenting to senior leadership for implementation decisions- Organized and chaired NATO’s annual CD&E conference where the comprehensive annual program of work was presented to voting representatives from the 28-nation Alliance for technical validation- Developed policies and procedures in support of transformation across the full Doctrine, Organization, Training, Materiel, Leadership, Personnel and Facilities (DOTMLPF) spectrum. Show less

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  Office of naval research

  Jun 2012 - Jun 2013

  Military deputy, ocean battlespace department

  I executed a $230M annual budget in support of scientific research, exploration and technology development in the areas of oceanographic and meteorological observations, modeling and prediction; submarine detection and classification; and mine warfare applications for detecting and neutralizing mines in both the ocean and littoral environment. Specific duties included: - Supervised 17 Ph.D.- level research program managers- Scheduled surveys and maintenance for six global-class oceanographic research ships- Managed and effectively communicated complex oceanographic principles to researchers, technical users, senior leadership and the general public (both orally and in writing)- Reviewed and approved proposals and reports for technical content, military relevance, and suitability for final approval and funding- Prepared issue papers and conducted oral presentations to senior leadership on proposed conduct of future research, experimentation, administrative, budgetary, and technical support to the department- Represented the command at Navy and inter-service meetings and conferences related to meteorology, oceanography, and related research initiatives- Established and fostered relationships with senior level military, government, and corporation officials and groups. Show less

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  Us fleet forces command

  Jun 2013 - now

  Fleet oceanographer

  I was hand selected by the Director of Maritime Operations to be the Future Operations Branch Chief, supervising a team of 15 military and civilian subject matter experts who conduct detailed operational contingency planning, validation, refinement, and redirection of fleet operations. I represented the U.S. Navy's fleet perspective on higher-headquarters working groups, identified and convened operational planning and cross-functional teams, and effectively communicated with superiors, peers, and subordinates to ensure goals were established, proper planning accomplished, and resources put in place to meet established time lines. Dual hatted as the Fleet Oceanographer, I supervised a team of 9 military and civilian Oceanographers and Aerographer's mates that provided environmental products, impact assessments and avoidance/evacuation recommendations for shore activities and ships / aircraft operating in the U.S. Northern Command Area of Responsibility. I supervised, assigned, balanced and monitored daily subordinate workload and performance measures, handled conflict resolution, conducted periodic performance and training need assessments, administered awards and promotions, initiated employee action requests, and recruited for vacant full time contractor and government civilian positions. Show less