Rudy Mena

Experience

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  United States Marine Corps

  Aug 2009 - May 2017

  (E-6, Staff Sergeant (SSgt), Staff Noncommissioned Officer)• Led the initiative to standardize operating procedures by developing a policy manual for maintainers and technicians. Direct results led to the effective and efficient streamlining of maintenance procedures for the 3,000+ maintenance personnel overseeing the 35,000 items of equipment spread over five separate countries.• Effectively improved processes by 82% for preventive maintenance and 92% for modification programs.• Generated and managed a large-scale equipment rotation plan for the middle east area of operation, with coordination of several higher-level entities, which resulted in the future of a higher-level operational readiness Show less

  • Senior Consultant

    May 2004 - May 2017

  • Logistics and Operations Manager

    Aug 2013 - Jun 2014

  • Senior Consultant - Unit Quality Assurance Office

    Jan 2012 - Aug 2013

  • Operations Manager and Senior Data Analyst

    Aug 2009 - Jan 2012
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  U.S. Department of State

  May 2017 - Aug 2020

  Senior Diplomatic Liaison and Security Advisor

  (E-7, Gunnery Sergeant (GySgt), Senior Staff Noncommissioned Officer)• Methodically examined documents, financial records, and regulatory agency information to discern and report compliance issues, improper practices, process weaknesses, and program inefficiencies in strict adherence to department guidelines.• Orchestrated collaboration with local national government and State Department officials to drive innovative security projects and programs. Achieved successful outcomes, ensuring the safety and protection of over 1000 Embassy personnel.• Managed the daily security operations of armed military staff at the US Embassy in Colombo, Sri Lanka and Madrid, Spain, coordinated the efforts in concert with diplomatic security to implement training with local national police and special tactics units, and advised the countries Ambassador on known and detected threats to the Embassy as the senior Marine representative to the countries State Department entity. Show less

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  United States Marine Corps

  Aug 2020 - Feb 2021

  Senior Program Manager

  (E-7, Gunnery Sergeant (GySgt), Senior Staff Noncommissioned Officer)-Conducted site visits to assess maintenance procedures and identify areas for improvement, resulting in enhanced inspection averages that led to an organizational leading 96% compliance rating. -Oversaw equipment readiness and accountability of 222 items, managing a team of four personnel responsible for operations, which led to an improvement of 25% efficiency.-Developed and delivered briefings to senior leadership on Key Performance Indicators of over 23,000 assets, which resulted in the improvement in total readiness levels, from 87% to 97%, which ultimately resulted in a 5% improvement in overall KPI’s. -Played a key role in data analysis initiatives, enhancing accountability and maintenance record accuracy across the organization. Show less

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  FEMA

  Feb 2021 - Jul 2021

  Deputy Director and Liaison

  (E-7, Gunnery Sergeant (GySgt), Senior Staff Noncommissioned Officer)• Hand selected as a recognized expert in leading teams and managing productivity, directed a team of 300 medical and security professionals, ensuring the organization’s strategic objectives and customer needs were identified and improved. • Designed an innovative operational plan that expanded throughput of vehicles by over 40%, increasing vaccination rate by over 50%, resulting in the vital support of 27,000+ civilians during crisis, dramatically exceeding customer expectations. • Successfully managed and evaluated the effectiveness of emergency management programs and initiatives. Conducted thorough after-action reviews and lessons learned exercises, identifying areas for improvement. Show less

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  United States Marine Corps

  Jul 2021 - now

  (E-8, Master Sergeant (MSgt), Senior Staff Noncommissioned Officer)• Orchestrated the design, monitoring, and evaluation of comprehensive data analysis plans and performance metrics, leveraging advanced statistical techniques and predictive modeling. • Launched a new KPI that boosted operational efficiency and improved the company’s $1.1 billion capability of over 270,000+ items of equipment by 5%. • Spearheaded the development and implementation of data governance policies and procedures in collaboration with senior executives. Ensured data integrity, security, and compliance with regulatory requirements, significantly enhancing workflow and productivity for 140+ maintenance supervisors and 3000+ technicians. • Managed end-to-end lifecycle execution of programs and projects, from inception to delivery. Maintained strict adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards, contributing to the successful completion of initiatives. Show less (E-8, Master Sergeant (MSgt), Senior Staff Noncommissioned Officer)-Enhanced operational effectiveness by fostering collaboration and alignment of mission requirements among organizations through the creation and implementation of standard operating procedures, to include the oversight of over 35,000 assets valued at over $180 million, driving mission success. -Orchestrated logistical operations at dual locations, managing support for a diverse workforce of over 800 personnel encompassing Marines, Sailors, and ancillary units, covering ordnance, ammunition, bulk fuels, and food services.-Streamlined coordination between host nation provisions, ensuring uninterrupted fueling operations vital for supporting the timely offload, backload, and convoy operations of the Maritime Prepositioning Force.-Spearheaded the efficient retrograde of forces and equipment, adeptly handling administrative tasks to facilitate the seamless redeployment of over 800 Marines and Sailors. Show less

  • Senior Program Manager and Logistics Analyst

    Dec 2022 - now

  • Senior Program Manager

    Jul 2021 - Dec 2022