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Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, United States

USMC Intelligence Officer - Deployed26 Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) [26MEU(SOC)]Deployed with the 26th MEU as a Signals Intelligence and Electronic Warfare Officer.Led, mentored, and developed a diverse team of 30 Marines into intelligence professionals, capable of self-sufficient operations and competence.Conducted a 10-month pre-deployment training pipeline and 8-month deployment spanning CENTCOM, EUCOM and AFRICOM. I sustained a deliberate and persistent level of communication with outside support entities for the future integration and employment of our local assets to their various problem sets.Managed the accountability, maintenance, and training for over $40 million of equipment including but not limited to: radio communications systems, computer servers and four tactical vehicles. Developed and executed multiple platoon and Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) training exercises to establish and validate mission readiness through carefully evaluated quality inspections.Ensured open lines of communication internally and externally to maximize the level of integration and logistical dialogue necessary for effective planning and execution.

Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, United States

Hand picked to lead a platoon over seniors and peers in the organization due to proven past performance as maintenance officer and relationship with infantry aligned battalions (2d Light Armored Reconnaissance).Led, developed and mentored a platoon of 40 Marines into intelligence professionals uniquely attached to Light Armored Vehicles.During this role, I was uniquely positioned to seek out and develop employment opportunities by advocating with outside stakeholders for the integration of high demand-low density intelligence teams. Employing our intelligence professional among their forces in order to develop and refine standard operation procedures for future deployments and training opportunities. Directly responsible for the maintenance and mission readiness of $100M dollars with of equipment including but not limited to: radio communications systems, and five tactical vehicles. During my time as platoon commander we maintained both a perfect accountability and maintenance record for all equipment.

Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, United States

Operated as the senior officer of the maintenance and deployment readiness of a company sized equipment inventory.Responsible for the maintenance and deployment readiness of three platoons, one always on the verge of deployment, managing a combined $100M+ equipment including but not limited to: radio communications systems, computer servers and ten tactical vehicles.Routinely briefed senior executives on the status of repairs, asset allocation, and mission readiness. Met with internal and external stakeholders to expedite and streamline the induction and repairs process to ensure smooth maintenance periods and precise timelines for the repairs. Achieved success through creating new open lines of communication from the equipment owner and maintenance departments to efficiently plan repairs and set deadlines for parts acquisition. Conducted weekly maintenance meetings with subordinate teams to verify parts acquisition and maintenance needs ultimately saving money from duplicate parts orders and time with monthly operational tests.Completed biennial maintenance inspection from headquarters Marine Corps on the accountability and handling of program of record equipment with zero infractions or findings.

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

Bolstered in-depth analytical problem solving while undergoing a rigorous period of instruction. Developed classified network navigation skills for the purpose of information gathering and product building for wide dissemination of battlespace awareness to the customers.

Quantico, Virginia, United States

Developed mission critical skills for the orientation of problem sets and critical thinking necessary for accomplishing the mission. Achieved several opportunities to lead peers and classmates in the safe and detailed execution of plans. Served as the class company commander, leading ~300 Marine Officers in the conduct of rigorous training.

Chesapeake, Virginia, United States

Honed product, process knowledge and key interpersonal skills to effectively sell merchandise. Provided exemplary customers service, ensuring customer expectations were exceeded. Recognized and seized initiative to grow skills and experience while waiting for OCS to class-up.

Chesapeake, Virginia, United States

Employed during college summer breaks as a multi-disciplined craftsman constructing residential homes. Learned and delivered quality framing, drywall, trim, stairs, roofing, windows, doors, and interior renovations.