Background
Decades of service. One consistent standard.
I have served in various roles throughout my military and civilian career. Along the way, I have worked to balance the demands of the mission with the needs of the team executing and supporting the mission to ensure ongoing success.
20+
Years Active Duty
15+
Years Civilian Service
60+
Nations Supported
Career History
Civilian
Deputy Program Manager — International Fleet Support
Government Civilian · Program Management
Provided lifecycle support for shipboard systems and maritime platforms, including the transfer of ex-USN ships to international partners. Managed Foreign Military Sales cases supporting over 60 nations and supervised a team of 50 civilians spanning program management, business financial management, contracting, and logistics.
Civilian
Product Support Manager — Aircraft Carrier Portfolio
Government Civilian · Product Support & Sustainment
Supported the aircraft carrier portfolio from acquisition through sustainment and disposal. Led a team of logistics and program management professionals ensuring Sailors could operate and maintain both the newest technologically advanced systems and proven systems with over 50 years of service — keeping carriers relevant and fleet-ready in an ever-changing combat environment.
Civilian
Assistant Program Manager & Defense Contractor
Government & Contractor · Surface Warfare & Carrier Systems
Served as Assistant Program Manager for surface warfare system trainers and as aircraft carrier nuclear propulsion systems manager. As a defense contractor, specialized in aircraft carrier networks, navigation, and ship control systems.
Military
Master Chief Petty Officer, U.S. Navy
Active Duty · Nuclear Propulsion & Fleet Leadership
Advanced to the rank of Master Chief Petty Officer, serving in various leadership roles including Propulsion Plant Watch Officer and Watch Supervisor. Served as the Senior Enlisted Advisor at the Nuclear Regional Maintenance Department in Norfolk, Virginia, and in various training commands as instructor, section advisor, and class director — earning recognition as a Master Training Specialist.
Ships Served
USS Arkansas (CGN 41) · USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) · USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) · USS Enterprise (CVN 65)
Education & Credentials
Education
B.S. Engineering Technology
Emphasis: Nuclear Technology · Excelsior University
Recognition
Master Training Specialist
U.S. Navy · Naval Training Command
Rank Achieved
Master Chief Petty Officer
U.S. Navy · Senior Enlisted Leadership
“Capability installed on a ship is not real and relevant until Sailors know how to use it, how to maintain it, and how to restore it in combat.”
Kevin W. Herron
Ready to support your mission.
Let’s talk about your requirements and how I can help your project succeed.