Michael Herz
Norfolk
Summary
Experienced U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer and Electrical Division Lead seeking admission to a Master of Engineering program in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Management. Proven leader with over a decade of technical expertise in shipboard electrical systems, maintenance coordination, and high-stakes problem solving under demanding operational conditions. Strong academic foundation in power systems and engineering fundamentals through completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technology from Excelsior University.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Petty Officer (E-7)
U.S. Navy
Norfolk
01.2012 - Current
- Current Duty Station: Norfolk Naval Shipyard (Fleet Maintenance Battalion)
- Inside Electrical and Combat Systems LCPO (Nov 2024–Present)
- Lead 60 military and civilian personnel in the overhaul of critical submarine electrical and sonar systems in a shipyard environment
- Qualified as Submarine Production Duty Officer (PDO), supporting coordination of complex repair efforts
Electrical Division LCPO
USS Oscar Austin
03.2021 - 11.2024
- Led two Division Officers, one Chief, 11 electricians, and 80 Sailors in the troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of the ship’s 60 Hz electrical generation and power distribution system, propulsion systems, and associated auxiliaries
- Oversaw critical equipment including gas turbine generators, switchgear, distribution panels, PLCs, motor controllers, vertical launch system (VLS) power supplies, and integrated smart ship network infrastructure
- Managed readiness, safety, and qualifications across all electrical systems during shipboard operations and maintenance availabilities
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Served as a fully qualified Quality Assurance Supervisor (QAS), responsible for enforcing Navy maintenance standards and regulatory compliance across a wide range of shipboard systems
- Conducted inspections and audits of nuclear and non-nuclear systems to ensure technical accuracy, safety, and operational integrity
- Delivered technical oversight and mentoring to maintenance teams, helping reduce rework rates and increase first-pass quality outcomes
Electrical Division Lead
USS Dwight D. Eisenhower
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Directed 21 electricians in the operation, repair, and preventive maintenance of shipboard electrical auxiliaries and non-nuclear power distribution systems, including switchgear and control panels
Student
Nuclear Power Training Command
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Completed Naval Nuclear A-School and Nuclear Power School
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering Technology
Excelsior University
Albany, NY01.2022
Skills
- Electrical Power Systems
- Maintenance Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- Team Leadership
- Technical Writing
- High-Voltage Systems
- Digital Electronics
- Control Systems
- Instrumentation & Measurements
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Technical Training And Certifications
- SSEAMC – Shipboard Systems Electrical Advanced Maintenance Course
- RAST Electrician – Recovery Assist Secure and Traverse
- RAS Electrician – Replenishment At Sea
- UPS Battery Maintenance – Uninterruptible Power Supply Systems
- NAMTS Certified – Navy Afloat Maintenance Training System (Electrical Systems)
Timeline
Electrical Division LCPO
USS Oscar Austin
03.2021 - 11.2024
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center
01.2018 - 01.2021
Electrical Division Lead
USS Dwight D. Eisenhower
01.2014 - 01.2018
Chief Petty Officer (E-7)
U.S. Navy
01.2012 - Current
Student
Nuclear Power Training Command
01.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering Technology
Excelsior University