Jay Thurman Email & Phone Number

Greater St. Louis Area

Support P-8 training systems customers by assisting in the test of hardware and software, as well as assisting in the development of training requirements.

Working in support of the Navy's first unmanned patrol squadron, operating the MQ-4C Triton sensor suite as a Mission Payload Operator.

Jacksonville, Florida Area

Built, updated, and improved over 10 instructional courseware and training lessons on P-8A systems, to include pilot and aircrew tasks, duties, aircraft systems, operations, and tactics. Produced over 15 design documents, simulator scenarios, guided demonstrations, graphics requests, and instructor materials for the U.S. Navy and Royal Australian Air Force.

Highlights include:Assistant Operations Officer - Supervised the preparation and tracking of weekly, monthly, and long-range schedules dedicated to maximizing squadron readiness.Training Department Head - Responsible for the overall planning, supervision, coordination, and scheduling of all personnel to develop and maintain maximum squadron readiness regarding all assigned missions and tasks.Security Manager - Developed and administered the command's Information and Personnel Security Programs. Served as the principal security advisor in the command and reported directly to the Commanding Officer. Compiled and managed 180+ separate personnel security clearance files, resulting in 100% accountability of personnel clearances and classified materials. Completed Naval Security Manager's Course.Command Services Department Head - Maintained and balanced budgets, managed memorabilia sales and inventory, coordinated fundraisers and events dedicated to increasing morale and welfare of squadron personnel.P-8A Tactical Coordinator (TACCO) - As a crew-holding TACCO during the Navy's inaugural P-8A operational deployment, directly managed, supervised, and coordinated all crew members onboard the aircraft and the use of its tactical sensors. Directly led two crews on detachments to outside areas of responsibility during the deployment.Lead Navigator/Communicator - Utilized all communication systems and methods as the primary radio operator on the P-8A and P-3C aircrafts. Onboard safety specialist and navigational expert in both planning and execution of training and operational routes.Aircrew Division Officer - Responsible for the overall management and training of over 60 sailors, while also providing career guidance and mentorship.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Information Technology

Information Technology

Student from June to September 2017. Became CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+ certified. Working towards Cisco CCNA and Microsoft Server.