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Ft. Bliss, Tx

Provide Field Artillery Battlestaff training to Division, Brigade and Battalion staffs to include Fire Support and Targeting operations, development of MDMP and Battle staff products in support of Mission Command exercises. Integrate exercise scenario and simulations models based on Commanders Training Objectives and guidance from the Site Manager. Act as scenario developer and Field Artillery/Fire Support Unit trainer. Instruct AFATDS, EMT, CPOF, FBCB2, VBS2 operator’s course.

Kuwait

Targeting Officer for a Combat Aviation Brigade in support of Operation Enduring Freedom; assist the Fire Support Officer in planning and execution of the targeting process. Provide assistance and advice to commander and staff on all matters relative to the employment of target acquisition assets and the Army’s targeting methodology. Conduct weaponeering, target mensuration, collateral damage estimation and develops effects products for targeting process. Nominate lethal targets for attack.… Show more Targeting Officer for a Combat Aviation Brigade in support of Operation Enduring Freedom; assist the Fire Support Officer in planning and execution of the targeting process. Provide assistance and advice to commander and staff on all matters relative to the employment of target acquisition assets and the Army’s targeting methodology. Conduct weaponeering, target mensuration, collateral damage estimation and develops effects products for targeting process. Nominate lethal targets for attack. Manage digital fire support sustainment training. Additional duties include integration of CAB’s battle command systems. Awarded Meritorious Service Medal. Show less

Subject Matter Expert (SME) with WAVES (Wireless Audio Visual Emergency System) for C-RAM program (Counter Rocket Artillery Mortar). SME responsibilities include site survey, installation planning and supervision, commissioning, troubleshooting, and repair of WAVES mass notification systems that use the 2.4GHZ band. This includes RF network design using link budget analysis tools, Fresnel zone surveying, base station placement, grounding, and antenna installation. Also identification and… Show more Subject Matter Expert (SME) with WAVES (Wireless Audio Visual Emergency System) for C-RAM program (Counter Rocket Artillery Mortar). SME responsibilities include site survey, installation planning and supervision, commissioning, troubleshooting, and repair of WAVES mass notification systems that use the 2.4GHZ band. This includes RF network design using link budget analysis tools, Fresnel zone surveying, base station placement, grounding, and antenna installation. Also identification and mitigation of RF interference by taking RF readings in the proposed node locations before installation and making changes to network design. Ensures customer satisfaction by designing speaker/node placement to provide maximum auditory coverage with the highest intelligibility possible. Customer instruction on the system's use and features. Regularly uses spectrum analyzers, range finders, and GPS devices. Lead position supervises 4 installers and 6 SME’s in country. Show less

Developed, consolidated and distributed targeting products within a brigade targeting cycle, to include target packets (lethal/ non-lethal), strike packets, target synchronization matrix, and attack guidance matrix. Recommended commander’s guidance, developed targeting meeting, decision and assessment briefings. Nominated lethal targets for attack and developed non-lethal tailored networks. Managed Joint Automated Deep Operations Coordination System (JADOCS) server, expanded network (largest… Show more Developed, consolidated and distributed targeting products within a brigade targeting cycle, to include target packets (lethal/ non-lethal), strike packets, target synchronization matrix, and attack guidance matrix. Recommended commander’s guidance, developed targeting meeting, decision and assessment briefings. Nominated lethal targets for attack and developed non-lethal tailored networks. Managed Joint Automated Deep Operations Coordination System (JADOCS) server, expanded network (largest in Iraq) and trained operators. Directed target acquisition radar emplacement and maintenance. Advised on emplacement and developed synchronization of organic ISR assets for detection and assessments. Awarded 2nd Bronze Star. Show less

Assistant Officer In Charge of 24 Non-Commissioned Officer (NCOs) Observer Controllers that trained and evaluated base defense operations including Base Defense Operations Center (BDOC), casualty collections points, entry control points, towers and quick reaction force. Conducted assessments of supported unit readiness. Planned and conducted realistic training lane scenarios for theater specific combat skills tasks. Developed and updated relevant training with the latest emerging tasks… Show more Assistant Officer In Charge of 24 Non-Commissioned Officer (NCOs) Observer Controllers that trained and evaluated base defense operations including Base Defense Operations Center (BDOC), casualty collections points, entry control points, towers and quick reaction force. Conducted assessments of supported unit readiness. Planned and conducted realistic training lane scenarios for theater specific combat skills tasks. Developed and updated relevant training with the latest emerging tasks, techniques and procedures gathered from recent deployment experience or theater threat trends. Awarded Division Officer Observer Controller/Trainer of the Quarter. Show less

Planned, organized, implemented and evaluated operation, threat environment, unit maintenance and intermediate level support maintenance of C-RAM radar system equipment and components. Ensured that repairs and adjustments were complete and performed final inspections to determine operational status of repaired equipment (WAVES, Redline radios, Light Counter Mortar Radars, fiber connectivity). Instructed personnel on new and revised radar operation, employment and repair procedures. Liaison… Show more Planned, organized, implemented and evaluated operation, threat environment, unit maintenance and intermediate level support maintenance of C-RAM radar system equipment and components. Ensured that repairs and adjustments were complete and performed final inspections to determine operational status of repaired equipment (WAVES, Redline radios, Light Counter Mortar Radars, fiber connectivity). Instructed personnel on new and revised radar operation, employment and repair procedures. Liaison with program manager during new installation at forward operation bases. Accepted new systems on behalf of government. Awarded Bronze Star. Show less

Supervised life support operations for 1,850 joint service members during training for combat operations in assigned theater of operations. Managed base camp operations cell (Mayor Cell) coordination and assignment of billeting, issuing of supplies, personnel. Accountability and feeding plans. Managed upgrade and replacement programs of new equipment and facilities to improve quality of life for deploying soldiers, sailors and airmen. Revitalized the base camp gymnasium into a modern… Show more Supervised life support operations for 1,850 joint service members during training for combat operations in assigned theater of operations. Managed base camp operations cell (Mayor Cell) coordination and assignment of billeting, issuing of supplies, personnel. Accountability and feeding plans. Managed upgrade and replacement programs of new equipment and facilities to improve quality of life for deploying soldiers, sailors and airmen. Revitalized the base camp gymnasium into a modern physical fitness center which was featured in a national weight training magazine as a model facility. Show less

Enforced Federal, State and Tribal law on Indian Reservation along the Arizona/Mexico border. Interdicted controlled substances across smuggled across International border and rescued/recovered undocumented immigrants. Communicated effectively in written reports, court testimony and exigent / stressful circumstances. Implemented use of force continuum while making arrests. Certified in various firearms, OC spray, baton, radar and intoxilyzer. Selected to conduct fraud investigations at… Show more Enforced Federal, State and Tribal law on Indian Reservation along the Arizona/Mexico border. Interdicted controlled substances across smuggled across International border and rescued/recovered undocumented immigrants. Communicated effectively in written reports, court testimony and exigent / stressful circumstances. Implemented use of force continuum while making arrests. Certified in various firearms, OC spray, baton, radar and intoxilyzer. Selected to conduct fraud investigations at Tribal Casinos and retail outlets. Assigned as school and community resource officer. Involved as advisor in Tribe’s Police Explorer program. Certified law enforcement instructor and taught map, compass, GPS operations, search and rescue coordination. Recognized by US Attorney’s office with Federal Victim’s Rights award. Show less

State Certification, Arizona Peace Officer

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