David Branham is a Maintenance Operations Manager and Navy Veteran with over 20 years of experience supervising maintenance teams and managing complex assets valued over $145 million. He has a proven track record of planning and executing maintenance operations on time and on budget. Branham holds an Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies, an Associate of General Studies, and is pursuing a Bachelor of General Studies with Minors in Education and History.

1. DAVID C. BRANHAM
91-1038 Kaileonui St., Ewa Beach, HI 96706
(817) 235-0180
branham_david@yahoo.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Maintenance Operations Manager and Military Veteran with over 20 years of proven experience in the United
States Navy. Held a Secret Security Clearance during military service and maintains security clearance eligibility.
Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of up to 28 personnel in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Possess a comprehensive background in planning, coordinating, and directing the repair, maintenance, and
modernization of complex mechanical and electronic assets during domestic and global operations in the United
States, Italy, and the Asian South Pacific. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets, property, and equipment
valued over $145M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge in continual
process improvement and implementing corrective, preventative, and modernization maintenance operations.
Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism. Career supported by an Associate of
General Studies, Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies, advanced military leadership and
professional training, and a prospective Bachelor of General Studies with Minors in Education and History.
Leadership Workflow Planning/Prioritization Workforce Development
Total Quality Management Training and Development Program Management
Data Analysis Computerized Maintenance Management Systems Microsoft Office Suite
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES NAVY – Various Locations 1992 – 2016
Logistics and Support Operations Leading Supervisor
Supervised, managed, and trained a division of 28 maintenance personnel including 2 supervisors and 26 technicians.
Oversaw the maintenance and life cyclesustainment of 3 submarine Dry Deck Shelters (DDS), 3 training closure and
hatch assemblies, the Pearl City Training Facility (PCTF), and associated equipment valued at $145M.
 Reviewed and approved complex corrective and preventive maintenance procedures following quality
assuranceguidelines includingthescope of certificationprocess; providedclearand conciserecommendations
for engineering requirements and solutions to shipyards, contractors, vendors, and Navy program offices
 Developed maintenance plans, coordinated logistics, and supervised the execution of 14 maintenance and
upgrade overhauls on ships in dry dock, 5 complex crane lifts, 3 PCTF training events, 3 U.S. Air Force C-5
Galaxy freight loads, and multiple oversized convoy shipments, meeting all timelines on schedule
 Oversaw 3 NAVSEA Sustaining Certification Activity Assessments and 2 Fleet Maintenance Activity
Assessments, major maintenance operations inspections reviewing the complete operational readiness of the
organization; achieved exceptional results with no major deficiencies and no delays in certification
 Organized and coordinated a work force with an annual budget of $500K for the scheduled and unscheduled
repairs of 3 DDSs and associated support equipment, enabling the successful completion of missions vital to
national security by the Navy SEAL Delivery Vehicle team
 Developed and delivered a qualification and continuous training plan designed to maintain the qualifications
of DDS mechanicsand electricians; resultedinqualifying31 professionalsasqualityassurancerepresentatives,
technicians, transporter operators, oxygen clean workers, and oxygen charging officers
 Interfaced with the quality assurance division ensuring all technical specifications and certifications were
maintained throughout job processes conducted on all assets; successfully coordinated and conducted 25
audits and evaluations for the organization
 Submitted35 total liaisonactionrequests, technical manualdeficiencyreports, and technical feedback reports,
correcting ships’ drawing indexes, maintenance requirements, technical manuals, and material standards;
affected original design specifications and influenced the development of new equipment and procedures

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Electrical Division Supervisor
Supervised and mentored a division of 5 personnel on the Navy ship USS Reuben James performing preventive
maintenance, repair, and operation of 60/400 hertz electrical generation and distribution systems. Maintained and
audited the electrical safety training program for 210 personnel.
 Oversaw the safe operation of the engineering plant, coordinated contract maintenance, and conducted
training; monitored, adjusted, and responded to issues and casualtiesrelatedtothe ship’s electricitygeneration
 Managed the workflow of repairs to shipboard systems including the LAMPS MK 3 Helicopter Recovery
System control cable, Auxiliary Power Steering unit motor controller, and onboard crane controller and brake
motor; resulted in the execution of major repairs at sea that enabled the successful completion of the mission
 Organized a work force of 6 electrical personnel during an accelerated timeline to decommission a ship from
naval service; managed and completed an involved project 3 months ahead of schedule that encompassed
over 1000 hours; disconnected and removed complex electrical systems with over 800 components from the
ship with 0 safety discrepancies or conflicts with electrical loading requirements
 Trained and qualified40 personnel in firefighting, fire prevention, firefighting equipmentand fire suppression
systems maintenance, hazardous material response, and damage control techniques
Small Craft Maintenance Division Supervisor
Supervised 22 mechanics and electricians performing maintenance on 196 pieces of Civil Engineering Support
Equipmentand 49 SpecialOperationsCraft andRigid HullInflatableBoats(RHIB). Reviewedandapproved contract
maintenance for scope of work, quality control, and scheduling.
 Maintained material history and inspection records on all assigned equipment; prepared for and conducted 2
major inspections to determine operational capabilities for all forward deployed craft and 16 diesel engine
inspections, setting the standard for NSWG-4 planning and execution of future inspections
 Developedand implemented a new maintenanceprogram with robust maintenanceschedulesand procedures
for 4 new Special Operations Craft that was later incorporated into official Naval Special Warfare Group
FOUR (NSWG-4) maintenance instruction
 Coordinated the integration of additional craft, maintenance requirements, and personnel in support of a
newly established course of instruction; planned maintenance schedules to work in conjunction with the
course of instruction, meeting all training requirement timelines
Training and Operations Supervisor
Supervised 6 staff members in conducting all annual training, leadership training curriculum, and processing school
requests. Led 5 staff members in processing travel orders and claims in accordance with Joint Forces Travel
Regulations. Managed the Government Travel Credit Card program for the organization.
 Increased annual training readiness from 72% to 98% by implementing a tracking program for required
training; coordinated instructors to teach locally, saving $400K in annual travel costs
 Managed a $5.5 million operation target budget for 57 Navy Reserve units with a 98% obligation rate
EDUCATION
Bachelor of General Studies (Education and History), Dean’s List, Columbia College of Missouri – 2016
Associate of General Studies, Columbia College of Missouri, Columbia, MO – 2009
A.A.S. in Technical Studies (Electromechanical Technologies), Regents College, Albany, NY – 2000
MILITARY TRAINING
Nuclear Field Electricians Mate School, LAMPS Mk 3 Recovery Assist Device, Securing and Traversing Electrical
Technician, Gas Free Engineer, First Line Leadership Development Program, Precision Physical and Dimensional
Measurement, Primary Leadership Development Program, Certified Navy Instructor, Outboard Motor Overhaul