Name:
Elizabeth Machado
Job title:
Technical Writer, Publications Department
Date hired:
May 19, 2020
Hometown:
Warren, Rhode Island
Education:
Katharine Gibbs School
How I came to be an MRC employee:
I showed an interest to become a word processor and work closer to home.
What I like best about working at MRC:
The environment is comfortable, my supervisors are amazing, and the co-workers make me feel so welcome.
How my work contributes to the overall mission of the Navy:
Work on technical documentation that has a direct impact on the MK48 heavyweight torpedo engineering program.
Pivotal career moments/experiences:
I have been privileged to work with important tasks to various law firms and a municipality prior to working for MRC and that has led me to performing in attention to detail when utilizing my skills in my present job.
Hobbies/Personal interests:
I enjoy spending time camping with my family and a few friends in the New England area. I also volunteer at various assisted living facilities in Rhode Island in my spare time.
Career advice:
Never give up on your dreams. Everyone here is so understanding of what it is we would like to do to advance in the company. I am grateful for all of the people who have taught me so well thus far.