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Professional Summary Proven, creative, detail-oriented Senior Engineer, Developing Environmental Projects Lead, International Business Development Director, and NASA environmental contract Program Manager. Decorated USAF Veteran, US Citizen, with 13+ years of energy management related experience with federal/military facilities. Experience with engineering analysis, facility and related utility systems, construction management, operations and maintenance. Currently managing 12 employees, including 3 Certified Energy Managers (CEMs), with direct program/project oversight on a multi-year NASA Agency-wide environmental and energy contract, including international space partners which identifies, validates, and recommends efficiency enhancements, and risk reduction technologies, as well as performing energy, water, and resource efficiency project feasibility analysis, measurement & verification of savings, alternative financing project facilitation, cost reduction, energy awareness promotion, efficiency enhancement, and new technology utilization, typically involving renewable energy sources. BS in Interdisciplinary Studies (Env Eng track) degree with a Minor in Environmental Studies, incorporating 2 prior Engineering degrees with additional Areas of Study in Org Comm, Behavioral and Social Sciences, and Public Administration. Extensive energy related engineering and technical training and experience with federal and military facilities and critical infrastructure. In short, I thrive on uncovering and capitalizing on technical challenges, am a self-starter, equally comfortable as a team player, or as a Lead, who'd quickly prove to be a valuable asset to your organization. I bring sought-after capabilities, and value-added experience from a wide range of unique focuses within the creation and management of environmentally focused, opportunity-creating pursuits. As a non-disabled Veteran, an employer may qualify for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) of up to $2400 by hiring me. Accomplishments and Commendations NASA: Lead for six years on annual "NASA/ESA Alternative Energy and Environmental Workshop", resulting in increased participation, project creation, agreement enhancement. NASA: Awarded the NASA Blue Marble award for an innovative sustainability project that led to cost savings, as well as creating a unique way to reduce emissions, and carbon footprint. USAF: Awarded Airman-Below-the Zone, recognizing outstanding leadership characteristics, and excellence in duties leading to fast-tracked ascension of rank into a Supervisory role. USAF: Awarded Airman of the Year at Fairchild AFB, for excellence in work details, increasing efficiency of workplace activities, instituting an enhanced recycling system, and reducing workplace accidents.