Hector Clemente

Retired U.S.

Coast

Guard professional with 20+ years of experience in security operations, Instructor training, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and interagency coordination, U.S. Army and Coast Guard logistics. Expert in supporting international training and capacity-building programs, aligning logistics and sustainment resources with partner-nation objectives, and ensuring compliance with Army, DoD, and Security Assistance policies.

Proven leader in managing cross-functional teams, synchronizing complex training and equipment delivery schedules, and strengthening global partnerships. Skilled in training delivery, operational planning, program management, and leveraging advanced logistics systems (GFEBS, CISIL, CMA, DSAMS). Holds an active security clearance.

Logistics Management Specialist - Project XYZ - USASAC Support

(2025-10)

• Coordinate and support logistics for U.S. Army Security Assistance and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs, ensuring equipment, munitions, and sustainment resources are aligned with international training objectives and delivery timelines.
• Analyze partner-nation training and sustainment requirements, translating operational and instructional needs into executable logistics and support plans.
• Utilize GFEBS, CISIL, CMA, and DSAMS to track FMS case execution, validate material availability, and ensure training events and fielding activities are properly resourced and funded.
• Collaborate with USASAC program managers, training organizations, contractors, and external government agencies to synchronize equipment delivery and lifecycle support.
• Monitor contract execution and logistics actions that directly support training programs, identifying and resolving issues that could impact course delivery, field training, or partner readiness.
• Ensure compliance with Army, DoD, and Security Assistance policies related to training support, documentation, and accountability.
• Provide logistics and coordination support during audits, case reviews, and program assessments tied to international training and capacity-building efforts.

Foreign Military Sales and Training Coordinator - U.S. Coast Guard

(2020-01 - 2025-09)

• Coordinated the transfer of decommissioned U.S Coast Guard vessels to allied nations through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program, serving as the primary training liaison with international partners, the Department of State, and the Department of Defense.
• Delivered hands-on training and in-theater operational support to foreign crews, ensuring safe vessel operation and mission readiness.
• Directed the end-to-end transfer of decommissioned U.S. Coast Guard vessels to allied nations, ensuring compliance with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) protocols and international defense agreements.
• Developed and delivered hands-on, mission-specific training for foreign naval crews, increasing operational readiness, and ensuring safe, independent vessel operation.
• Served as the primary liaison to the Department of State and the Department of Defense, streamlining interagency coordination, and strengthening diplomatic and security partnerships.
• Supervised and mentored a five-person team during international missions, providing leadership and logistical oversight to support successful vessel handovers, and ongoing support.

Maritime Operations Coordinator - U.S. Coast Guard

(2018-12 - 2020-01)

• Managed daily operations for a U.S. Coast Guard patrol vessel in the Arabian Gulf, ensuring safe transit of military and commercial ships.
• Coordinated joint missions with U.S. Army units and led boarding teams during high-risk interdiction efforts.

Maritime Training Program Manager - U.S. Coast Guard

(2010-01 - 2018-01)

• Directed advanced training programs for maritime law enforcement and counter-narcotics teams.
• Oversaw procurement and readiness for specialized operational equipment, managing a $200K annual budget.

High School Diploma - Columbia High School (2002-05)