Rocky Rao
Chesapeake
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive military experience, excelling in project management and team leadership. Achieved peak material readiness through data analysis and quality assurance, enhancing the operational effectiveness of naval maintenance programs. Proven track record in training over 350 personnel, fostering a culture of safety and compliance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3M Surface Force Representative
U.S. Navy Afloat Training Group
Norfolk
07.2023 - Current
- Managed training, troubleshooting, analysis, and certification of 72 afloat and ashore maintenance programs.
- Facilitated thorough training on U.S. Navy regulations and maintenance guidelines for personnel.
Achieved peak material readiness by integrating best practices into maintenance management processes. - Analyzed maintenance accomplishment statistics and pending work packages, ensuring operational effectiveness of today’s U.S. Naval warships.
Maintenance Manager
USS ARLINGTON (LPD 24)
Norfolk
03.2020 - 07.2023
- Managed and coordinated ship's maintenance and material management (3M) program, assuring continuous equipment upkeep and operational readiness.
- Streamlined, arranged, and directed 3M system, utilizing multiple databases and tools to track maintenance activities and maintain compliance.
- Directed training initiatives for more than 350 personnel in safe maintenance and quality assurance standards, contributing to improved safety in maintenance operations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Operations Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH04-2025
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
Excelsior College
Albany, NY11-2018
Skills
- Project management
- Supply chain coordination
- Quality assurance
- Data analysis
- Material readiness
- Team leadership
Certification
- U.S. Department of Labor Computer Operator Apprenticeship Certification
- U.S. Department of Labor Instructor Apprenticeship Certification
- U.S. Department of Labor Power Plant Operator Apprenticeship Certification
Accomplishments
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
- Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service/Expeditionary Medal
- Humanitarian Service Medal
Timeline
3M Surface Force Representative
U.S. Navy Afloat Training Group
07.2023 - Current
Maintenance Manager
USS ARLINGTON (LPD 24)
03.2020 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Operations Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
Excelsior College
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