Jay A.
Prototype Reactor Servicing Lead Engineer | MBA Candidate at Ross Business School
- Role
- Prototype Reactor Servicing Lead Engineer at Naval Reactors
- Location
- Washington, DC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Jay A.
As a U.S. Naval officer, I have developed expertise in leadership, strategic planning, and operations management, overseeing complex projects in the naval nuclear sector. My experience includes managing high-stakes engineering initiatives, optimizing processes, and ensuring mission success in dynamic environments.Now, I am embarking on a new chapter as an MBA candidate at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, where I aim to refine my management and leadership skills while gaining deeper insights into business strategy and operations. I am eager to explore opportunities in the private sector, collaborate with forward-thinking professionals, and apply my problem-solving mindset to drive impactful solutions in the real world.Let’s connect—I\'m always open to discussing new ideas, challenges, and opportunities!
Experience
Prototype Reactor Servicing Lead Engineer
May 2024 — Present · Washington, DC, US
Led a 7-person cross-functional team to conduct a pre-execution review of a critical reactor servicing project, identifying and resolving key readiness and communication issues 1 month ahead of schedule.• Spearheaded unique reactor defueling project, accelerating schedule by 6 weeks and delivering $20 M in cost savings compared to baseline plan.• Mentored 5 junior engineers on technical standards and problem-solving approaches; additionally delivered expert-level training sessions to 30+ team members.• Developed and presented actionable recommendations from managing unique nuclear maintenance projects• Advised lead engineers on best practices and conducted readiness review across multiple projects to ensure successful reactor servicing project execution. • Reviewed and validated the Earned Value Management System for a $3B acquisition project, ensuring financial and technical accountability; enabled accurate forecasting and improved performance monitoring.
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA
North Carolina State University
Master of Engineering - MEng, Nuclear Engineering
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
2016 — 2020
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