Project Manager
Resume:
EUGENE ATIENZA
***** ******* ***** *****, ***** #18 ~ San Diego, California 92126
d7zdy6@r.postjobfree.com
– PROJECT MANAGEMENT –
Gene is a very capable officer who has answered every challenge with winning results. His strong efforts have contributed significantly to SWRMC’s mission and to the operational readiness of San Diego-based ships.
Captain Kevin Gannon, Commanding Officer
Southwest Regional Maintenance Center - San Diego, CA
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Highly motivated, results-oriented, and diligent professional, with proven leadership experience in the development, management, and implementation of projects and engineering programs in accordance with strategic plans and goals. Highly effective in managing stringent budgets, implementing fuel cost-saving measures, improving safety, and recommending process improvements. Equipped with verified ability to conceive and implement new ideas that improve processes and reduce operating cost. A well-respected and active leader with documented, positive results from active participation in various projects, complemented with outstanding interpersonal, team leadership, presentation, and communication skills. Demonstrate humility and intelligence in managing multiple complex projects in a high-pressured environment. Adept at developing partnerships and building positive rapport with all levels of professionals. Currently hold an active Top Security Clearance.
Areas of expertise include:
Contract Negotiation
Operations Management
Key Partnership Development
Client and Vendor Relation
Performance Management
Strategic and Tactical Planning
Business Process Reengineering
Leadership and Team Building
Customer Relations and Service
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
GENERAL ATOMICS, ELECTROMAGNETIC SYSTEMS DIVISION - SAN DIEGO, CA, USA
- Project Manager II 2012
Delivered exemplary leadership performance in overseeing Prime Power Interface Subsystems within the Production and Manufacturing Department, as well as the development, testing, and delivery of four transformer rectifier units as part of the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launching System (EMALS) initiative of the USS Gerald Ford (CVN-78) Aircraft Carrier Program. Applied technical skills and knowledge in revising statement of work (SOW) for Neeltran Inc. and in identifying five critical NAVAIR deliverables omitted in the previous version of the SOW. Rendered exceptional support to engineers in revising and developing newly approved test procedures and test report templates needed for each transformer rectifier’s Factory Acceptance Test (FAT). Efficiently monitored more than 10 engineering change requests and change notifications for all production transformer rectifier units and establish a strategy plan for implementing such engineering changes.
Notable Contributions:
- Carried out a pivotal part in the development of business process while ensuring on-time delivery of each transformer rectifier unit, meeting CVN-78 construction in-yard dates and required milestones.
- Earned numerous commendations for passing the factory acceptance testing for all four-production transformer rectifier units for the CVN-78 aircraft carrier program.
- Significantly saved General Atomics $1M in costs for redesign, testing, and purchasing of new parts by effectively overseeing obsolescence parts for CVN-78 Electromagnetic Aircraft Launching System (EMALS) block switches.
- Selected to drive the strategic vision in tracking and managing more than 800 installation checkouts (INCO) spares for the EMALS and AAG (Advanced Arresting Gear) systems for both the CVN-78 and United Kingdom Prince of Wales (UK PWLS) aircraft carrier programs.
- Provided expert and tactical oversight in delivering 20 technical evaluations and memos for contract proposals during the United Kingdom Prince of Wales Non-Recurring Engineering Phase 1.
- Contributed strategic insights and technical inputs in redesigning three transformer rectifier units for the United Kingdom Aircraft Carrier Program.
BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON, INC. - SAN DIEGO, CA, USA
- Senior Consultant | Maritime Command and Control Test and Evaluation Manager 2008-2011
Played a leadership role in delivering test and evaluation support to the program executive officer of the Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence/Program Management Warfare-150/Maritime C2 Division. Held accountability in overseeing and conducting all test and evaluation events for four command and control programs for deployment onboard United States Navy ships and shore commands. Conducted weekly visits to test laboratories at the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center-San Diego for quality assurance purposes. Utilized adeptness and experience in providing test and evaluation inputs and recommendations for newly developed PEO C4I Maritime Tactical Command and Control and Global Theater Security Cooperation Management Information System Command and Control Program. Displayed excellent leadership capabilities in developing and assembling more than 20 high-level briefs for the US Navy and Coast Guard flag officers.
Notable Contributions:
- Established the initial operational test and evaluation process of the Global Command and Control Maritime 4.1 Unit-level patrol coastal for USS TEMPEST, force-Level for USS BOXER, and Operational Assessments for USS CARR.
- Remarkably acquired great comprehension of the testing process for software, essential in facilitating the development and fielding of software program.
- Effectively managed four programs chosen as operationally effective and suitable by commander as well as administered systems that underwent group-, unit-, and force-level US Navy platforms testing, with no major deficiencies.
- Earned various accolades from the PEO C4I and program manager and the SPAWAR Bolt Award for achieving significant cost savings for the program.
- Efficiently monitored and completed more than 90 task evolutions at PEO C4I, SSC San Diego, and the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Navy for outstanding contributions to the research, development, and acquisition.
- Successfully met Milestone C for the Global Command and Control Systems-Maritime 4.1 Command and Control system, which resulted in receiving the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Annual Team Bolt Award for achieving a software-only command and control system
SEAL TEAM ONE - SAN DIEGO, CA, USA
- Communications Officer (LCDR, USNR) 2009
Oversaw, maintained, and ensured readiness of all N6 Communications equipment and personnel in the Naval Special Warfare Squadron One. Assumed complete control for more than 24 Naval special warfare communication technicians and 12 platoon communicators along with associated communications equipment and controlled cryptographic items. Capitalized on extensive experience in upkeeping all communications equipment and radios. Periodically set up, examined, and interacted with specific SEAL detachment as ordered by the N6 Department. Rendered strategic communication support to the SEAL Team One command elements and task units operating in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Philippines Theater of Operations. Performed well as a liaison between task group and task units at Fort Irwin, the Nevada Test Site, and Mountain Warfare Training Center as well as ScanEagle unmanned aerial vehicle feeds to the Tactical Operations Center. Immediately established, assembled, and equipped SEAL Team One’s communication detachment element for Naval Special Warfare Development Group augmentation to Afghanistan upon receiving a short notice. Held accountability in conducting multiple Special Forces missions within the Central Command and Pacific Command Theaters of Operations.
Notable Contributions:
- Gained certification for deployment readiness even while under an accelerated shift schedule.
- Effectively maintained 100% operability during the entire evolution of all communications equipment and cryptographic equipment throughout deployment.
- Significantly contributed to the successful completion of SEAL Team ONE’s Exercise Final Battle Problem and the deployment certification at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California.
- Coordinated Predator UAV flights between Creech Air Force Base and SEAL Platoon operating in southern Nevada during Final Battle Problem. Ensured Predator UAV fly-over times were in conjunction with SEAL Platoon evolutions and data link between aircraft and operators were established.
NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS TEAM ONE - SAN DIEGO, CA, USA
- Operations Officer (LT, USNR) 2008
Spearheaded the overall training, readiness, and deployment of more than 120 mobile communications team personnel and tactical communications support for Naval Special Warfare Group One, 4 SEAL teams, and 2 Naval Special Warfare units. Played a vital role in expanding global reach of the Special Operation Forces exercises, enabling deployment to Pacific Command (PACOM) and Central Command (CENTCOM) theaters of operation. Deliberated and managed extensive communication range site surveys for the Joint Special Operations Group exercise between Naval Special Warfare Squadron FIVE and Marine Special Operations Command.
Notable Contribution:
- Sustained outstanding communication between technicians and SEAL Team Five, which resulted to acceptance of certification of readiness for deployment to the Pacific Command and Central Command Theater areas.
NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE GROUP ONE - SAN DIEGO, CA, USA
- Operations Department Commander (LT, USNR) 2007-2008
Applied best management practices in overseeing the entire Naval Special Warfare Task units operating in the Pacific Command area of responsibility spanning 43 countries, 20 territories and possessions, and 10 United States territories, including the island of Guam. Commanded the daily operations, training, and deployment of four SEAL teams and four component commands. Brought incredibly fast and unique operational tempo into the US Naval Reserve in the first introduction to the active duty side of Naval Special Warfare. Chose a member of the unit to be sent to and brief the Chief of Naval Operations on the neutralization of a high-value target in southern Philippines.
Notable Contributions:
- Actively engaged in the Armed Forces of the Philippine combat operations against the enemy forces in southern Philippines along with NSWU-1, successfully assisting SEAL Team Five’s detachment to Operation Enduring Freedom-Philippines.
- Conceptualized and organized a jungle warfare Joint/combined exercise and training in Thailand involving a contingent from SEAL Team Three, Operational Support Team One, and Thai Navy SEALs.
- Guided the SEAL Team Three’s pre-deployment site survey to the Republic of the Philippines to arise immediately subsequent to Thailand training exercise, decreasing travel costs and saving valuable training time.
- Worked as operations representative for the Exercise Steel Curtain, a nationwide force protection exercise, concluding in Naval Special Warfare Group One’s successful completion of force protection readiness.
RAYTHEON INTEGRATED DEFENSE SYSTEMS - SAN DIEGO, CA, USA
- Systems Engineer 2006-2007
Utilized shipboard systems and Navy experience in managing the USS San Antonio and DDG 1000 Integrated Defense teams. Functioned as a vital member in the integration of bridge controls, surface search radars, and main engine control systems for the USS San Antonio program. Leveraged technical skills in testing and conducting troubleshooting and repair for numerous switch and ship-wide area network cabinets for the USS New Orleans, USS Mesa Grande, USS New York, and future hulls of the USS San Antonio program. Contributed inputs in establishing and aligning shipboard weapon systems, ship visit, board, search, and seizure procedures, and integrated engineering control systems. Participated in various Raytheon onsite engineering training programs and classes to further gain a better understanding and firmer knowledge of systems engineering.
Notable Contributions:
- Delivered two successful ship-wide area network systems to the USS San Antonio program as a member of the Integrate Warfare Team, which were deployed and currently in full operational use aboard USS San Antonio and USS New Orleans.
- Applied exceptional skills in DDG-1000 Naval Gun Weapon systems for its Naval gunfire support and ship visit, board, search, and seizure missions.
SOUTHWEST REGIONAL MAINTENANCE CENTER - SAN DIEGO, CA, USA
- Casualty Report / Project Officer (LT, USNR) 2003-2006
Assumed full responsibility in screening more than 300 daily casualty reports and oversaw the brokering of waterfront repair assignments for all Navy and Coast Guard ships. Rendered operational support to maintenance teams in ensuring smooth flow of all ships for deployment. Volunteered as project officer for the USS Mobile Bay’s upcoming selective restricted availability for the entire operation in the shipyard. Collaborated with various contract companies to complete repairs onboard as well as with ship’s company and commanding officer to review all completed repairs to ensure on-time completion to meet the ship’s schedule. Performed well as a liaison and primary point of contact for contractors, port engineers, and military repair facilities to guarantee the satisfactory completion of contract work and repair assignments. Held accountability in preparing budget estimates, fund requests, and allocation of funds for all San Diego-based US Navy ships and visiting foreign Naval vessels. Executed tasks in combining and monitoring all emergent work for USS Rushmore. Reported daily the status and updates of all casualty reports for the ship’s serge deployment.
Notable Contributions:
- Facilitated the movement of the USS Mobile Bay out of dry dock and on time for its deployment upon completion of the project officer’s assignment.
- Created the ship’s schedule requiring each of the contractor companies’ representatives to adjust their work shifts for the needed repair, which empowered the Maintenance Team to repair and provide services to the ship around the clock; therefore, ensuring the full satisfaction of the USS Mobile Bay’s commanding officer.
- Earned high commendation for the accomplishment and successful repairs from SURFPAC and COMPHIBGRU 3.
USS KITTY HAWK (CV-63) - YOKOSUKA, JAPAN
- Main Propulsion Engineering Officer (LT, USNR) 2002-2003
Played an operational leadership role in administering program guidelines set by the Water Front Operations Manager and its customers. Acted as Aft Group Engineering Division Officer, providing daily operational control over two main engine rooms and associated spaces, while directing more than 125 engineering personnel.
Notable Contributions:
- Carried out a major role for the organization’s successful achievement of high praise for the fewest discrepancies, the highest efficiency rating of all engineering, and auxiliary spaces of two main engine rooms despite lacking a formal training program on advanced steam engineering.
- Highly engaged in the efficient preparation of the main space fire drill executed only a few short weeks after a major revision to the doctrine, resulting in USS Kitty Hawk's main engine room fire fighting certification.
- Organized the major overhaul and repair of four 1200psi steam boilers, two steam turbine main engines, and two steam auxiliary generators during the ship’s restricted availability period.
- Attained a divisional retention rate of 75%, advancement rate of 86%, and Enlisted Surface Warfare/ Air Warfare qualifications rate of 90%.
USS LAKE ERIE (CG70) - PEARL HARBOR, HI, USA
- Gunnery Officer (LTJG, USNR) 2000-2002
Spearheaded the entire gun weapon systems, vertical launching systems, close-in-weapons, MK86 gun fire control system, and small arms. Directly supervised more than 30 gunners mates and fire control men. Leveraged expertise in operating and maintaining two MK 45 lightweight gun mounts, small arms, MK 41 vertical launching systems, MK 16 close-in-weapon systems (CIWS), MK 86 gunfire control system, remote optical sighting camera system, harpoon weapon system, and associated spaces. Participated in various Naval gunfire training sessions and interacted with gunnery officers from other Hawaii-based ships to gain knowledge of the requirements for a ship to qualify for Naval gunfire support.
Notable Contributions:
- Contributed to the success of having qualified four Naval Gunfire teams and qualified a team higher than one led lead by a limited duty officer who was a prior enlisted MK 86 gunfire control technician.
- Efficiently fired more than 2,000 5” projectiles without any mishaps in two years onboard the USS Lake Erie.
- Provided exceptional training to more than 150 ship’s Reaction Force members to locate and neutralize intruders, protect the ship’s vital areas, and recover hostages using proper tactical team movements and engagement tactics.
- Strengthened and maintained the combat readiness of two vertical launching systems by assisting the USS Lake Erie in achieving numerous successful intercepts in the Chief of Naval Operations SM-3 Theater Ballistic Missile Defense program.
- Formed more than 100 technical write-ups for Combat System technical manuals and drawing updates.
EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration (In Progress Expected Completion Date: July 2013)
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX - SAN DIEGO, CA
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (1999)
CALIFORNIA MARITIME ACADEMY - VALLEJO, CA
CREDENTIALS
Maritime Preposition Force (MPF) Staff Planners Course (2012)
Operational Test Director (OTD), Commander Operational Test and Evaluation Force (2010)
Fundamentals of Systems Acquisition Management 101 Certification (2008)
USCG 3rd Mate Merchant Marine License (1999-2006)
Naval Sea System's Dry Docking (2005)
NCIS Ship's Security Engagement Tactics (2001)
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