Matthew Zanella
Maritime Operations Leader | MS Ocean Engineering | MA Defense & Strategic Studies | USCG O-4 | TS/SCI
- Role
- Msu Pittsburgh - Executive Officer at U.S. Coast Guard
- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Matthew Zanella
As an Executive Officer and Ocean Engineer, I lead complex maritime operations at the intersection of national security and technical innovation. My expertise bridges the gap between high-level defense strategy (Naval War College) and rigorous engineering execution (MS, Ocean Engineering).In my current role, I direct regulatory oversight for the Port of Pittsburgh, the nation’s 2nd busiest inland port district. I manage the safety and security of a maritime corridor that enables $1.1B in annual cargo and supports regional jobs. My expertise includes autonomous systems compliance, and vessel cybersecurity.I am a technical leader with a TS/SCI clearance, specializing in translating high-level operational requirements into mission-ready engineering solutions. I am currently preparing for a June 2027 transition to the northeast defense sector, targeting Associate Director or Director-level leadership in maritime mission systems and undersea technology.
Experience
Msu Pittsburgh - Executive Officer
May 2024 — Present · Pittsburgh, PA, US
Education
Virginia Tech
Master of Science - MS, Ocean Engineering
2018 — 2020
Virginia Tech
Graduate Certificate, Naval Engineering
U.S. Naval War College
Master of Arts - MA, National Security and Strategic Studies
2020 — 2024
State University of New York Maritime College
Bachelor of Science - BS, Marine Transportation
2008 — 2012
Skills
- Cruises
- Maritime Law
- Celestial Navigation
- Firefighting
- Maritime
- Navigation
- Sailing
- Shipping
- Maintenance & Repair
- Transportation
- Naval Architecture
- Maritime Operations
- Gmdss
- Stcw
- Freight
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