Khalil A. Khan
Silver Spring
Summary
Results-oriented professional with extensive experience in operational leadership at PEO Ships, specializing in process optimization and project efficiency. Demonstrated ability to manage multi-million-dollar budgets while driving strategic planning and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving skills and maximizing resources to achieve outstanding outcomes in challenging environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
DDG 51 Class Post-Delivery Hull Manager
Program Executive Office for Ships (PEO Ships)
Washington
03.2016 - Current
- Led multi-million-dollar shipbuilding and post-delivery operations for DDG 51-class vessels, ensuring on-time project completion and compliance with regulatory standards
- Optimized operational workflows, minimizing project through strategic planning and proactive risk management
- Led projects teams of 60+ employees, ensuring high productivity and excellent customer service.
- Managed vendor contracts and negotiations, overseeing a $30M+ budget to maximize cost efficiency and resource allocation
- Directed cross-functional teams, collaborating with executive leadership and key stakeholders to streamline supply chain logistics and process efficiencies
- Developed and executed risk mitigation strategies, safeguarding multi-million-dollar assets and ensuring compliance with Navy and federal regulations
Senior Marine Engineer
Alion Science & Technology
02.2014 - 02.2016
- Led post-delivery engineering support for USS America (LHA-6), ensuring seamless transition from construction to active deployment.
- Spearheaded engineering improvements in ship maintenance and operational readiness, achieving project objectives ahead of schedule and increasing efficiencies.
- Managed cross-functional collaboration, aligning engineering, logistics, and operations teams to optimize project execution
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics for proper installation of marine engines according to manufacturer specifications.
- Coordinated risk assessments, ensuring compliance with Ship's Specifications and mitigating potential operational disruptions.
Systems Engineer
Computer Sciences Corporation
Washington
05.2010 - 01.2014
- Directed operational integration of ship platforms, ensuring seamless deployment of mission-critical assets
- Led quality assurance initiatives, ensuring 100% compliance with technical and regulatory standards
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including engineering, logistics, and senior leadership, to optimize resource allocation and project execution
- Developed performance monitoring frameworks, providing leadership with data-driven insights to enhance operational decision-making
- Provided technical guidance for system development and troubleshooting.
- Communicated with clients to understand system requirements.
- Provided status updates to keep upper management informed and to reach goals.
Junior Systems Engineer
Computer Sciences Corporation
10.2009 - 05.2010
- Provided strategic operational support to engineering teams, facilitating the successful deployment of LCS & DDG 1000-class vessels
- Analyzed and improved engineering processes.
- Managed vendor relations, negotiating contracts and ensuring on-time, cost-effective project completion
- Implemented workflow enhancements, reducing bottlenecks and increasing overall productivity.
- Monitored equipment function to verify conformance with specifications.
- Documented Class-wide deficiencies and provided feedback to Ship's Design Manager.
- Assisted Ship's Force with maintenance and troubleshooting of Top-Side equipment.
Various Commercial Vessels
Merchant Marine Engineering Training
03.2006 - 09.2009
- Led operational maintenance for multiple commercial vessels, optimizing engineering workflows to reduce downtime
- Managed on-site engineering teams, ensuring peak operational efficiency and strict compliance with safety protocols
- Took on full operational responsibilities of the 3rd Assistant Engineer, overseeing mission-critical machinery and emergency response procedures
- Identified and implemented process improvements, leading to a X% increase in vessel operational uptime
Program Executive Office Ships Engineering Intern
NAVSEA
12.2007 - 04.2008
- Assisted in ship construction project management, gaining firsthand experience in large-scale operational oversight.
- Collaborated with executives, ship supervisors, and QA teams to optimize shipbuilding workflows and improve delivery timelines.
- Contributed to budgeting and resource planning efforts, supporting cost-effective decision-making at the leadership level.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD05-2016
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering & Shipyard Management
United States Merchant Marine Academy
Kings Point, NY05-2009
Skills
- Operational Leadership
- Process Optimization
- Strategic Planning
- Execution
- Management
- Budget Oversight
- Risk Management
- Compliance
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Change Management
- Business Transformation
- Contract Negotiation
- Vendor Management
- Supply Chain
- Logistics Optimization
- Stakeholder Communication
- Executive Collaboration
- Performance Metrics
- KPI Development
Accomplishments
- AEGIS Excellence Award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
DDG 51 Class Post-Delivery Hull Manager
Program Executive Office for Ships (PEO Ships)
03.2016 - Current
Senior Marine Engineer
Alion Science & Technology
02.2014 - 02.2016
Systems Engineer
Computer Sciences Corporation
05.2010 - 01.2014
Junior Systems Engineer
Computer Sciences Corporation
10.2009 - 05.2010
Program Executive Office Ships Engineering Intern
NAVSEA
12.2007 - 04.2008
Various Commercial Vessels
Merchant Marine Engineering Training
03.2006 - 09.2009
MBA - Business Administration
University of Maryland Global Campus
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering & Shipyard Management
United States Merchant Marine Academy
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