Command Master Chief McCullough is a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He enlisted in the United States Navy in March 2007. He is a graduate of the Navy Senior Enlisted Academy (Class 252, Red), the Command Master Chief/Chief of the Boat Course (Class 24080) and holds a Bachelor of Science in Digital Cinematography.
Following completion of recruit training, he reported to USS VELLA GULF (CG 72) in Norfolk, Virginia. His assignments included service in the Engineering Electrical Division and completion of three Mediterranean deployments and an INSURV. He earned his Enlisted Surface Warfare qualification and was selected as Bluejacket of the Year and Junior Sailor of the Year. In 2012, he reported to the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. He served as Work Center Supervisor and later as Leading Petty Officer for the Electrical Division and Detachment Bravo, supporting midshipmen training and Summer Programs.
In 2015, he reported to Littoral Combat Ship Squadron One in San Diego, California. He served aboard USS JACKSON (LCS 6), USS CORONADO (LCS 4), and USS FORT WORTH (LCS 3). He supported multiple certification events and operational tasking and was selected for advancement to Chief Petty Officer in 2017. In 2017, he reported to USS RAFAEL PERALTA (DDG 115) as the Electrical Division Leading Chief Petty Officer. He earned his Enlisted Aviation Warfare qualification while supporting the ship through its early operational milestones.
Ashore, he served as the Regional Alcohol and Drug Control Officer for Naval District Washington. He later reported to USS GEORGE H. W. BUSH (CVN 77) and then served as the Senior Enlisted Leader at Naval Support Activity Annapolis from 2023 to 2024. He currently serves as the Command Master Chief of the United States Navy Ceremonial Guard.
His personal awards include the Meritorious Service Medal, three Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals, nine Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals, and various unit and campaign awards.
Last Updated: 17 December 2025