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Nix Stein

San Diego

Summary

Detail-oriented and adaptive engineering professional with over 6 years of experience in project coordination, rapid prototyping, and educational outreach at UC San Diego. Proven success in managing complex technical and logistical operations, designing hands-on curriculum, and overseeing procurement and reconciliation processes. Former Navy Nuclear Electrician with experience supporting Department of Defense systems and navigating federal contracts. Passionate about efficient systems, clear communication, and supporting interdisciplinary teams.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Development & Outreach Coordinator

UC San Diego
01.2019 - 01.2025
  • Oversaw $75K+ in purchases and managed all logistics, reconciliation, and payment processes for student-led initiatives and departmental outreach.
  • Provided input on proposal development and co-wrote content for NSF-funded and internally supported outreach grants.
  • Processed complex transactions through multiple UC systems including Concur, Oracle, and Jaggaer, balancing reimbursement, procurement card, and vendor payment protocols.
  • Created documentation and process improvements to support student officers in logistics, reducing delays and training gaps.
  • Designed and deployed hands-on educational kits and workshops distributed to 500+ students annually, aligning content with engineering learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with faculty, students, event coordinators, and financial officers to ensure compliant and timely operations.

Nuclear Electrician's Mate

United States Navy
01.2008 - 01.2018
  • Operated and maintained naval nuclear propulsion and power generation systems in compliance with federal safety and operational standards.
  • Managed high-security systems and contributed to readiness inspections, technical manuals, and procedural audits.
  • Supported DoD maintenance contracts through liaison work at the Maintenance Support Office, helping ensure external vendors adhered to classified protocols.
  • Supervised junior sailors and maintained operational logs, preventative maintenance schedules, and compliance records.

Education

B.S. - Electrical Engineering

University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA
06-2018

Skills

  • Procurement, Inventory & Financial Reconciliation
  • Concur, Jaggaer, and UC San Diego FinancialLink
  • Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables, Google Suite
  • Government Contract Familiarity (DoD/Navy)
  • Proposal Development & Basic Grant Support
  • Event Logistics & Vendor Coordination
  • Cross-Departmental Collaboration
  • STEM Curriculum & Project Development

Additional Highlights

  • Familiarity with grants/contracts terminology, including subawards, cost-sharing, and indirect cost recovery.
  • Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, honed through years of student mentorship, stakeholder collaboration, and public-facing outreach.
  • STAR Award recipient (2024-2025) for outstanding contributions beyond job expectations.

Availability

Immediately available for hybrid or on-site roles involving research administration, fiscal coordination, or technical program support.

Timeline

Project Development & Outreach Coordinator

UC San Diego
01.2019 - 01.2025

Nuclear Electrician's Mate

United States Navy
01.2008 - 01.2018

B.S. - Electrical Engineering

University of California, San Diego

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