Air Support Net Operator
Washington, Dc, Us
As an Air Support Net Operator for five years, I performed duties as liaison necessary to ensure effective air support operations, and supervising and participating in the preparation, movement, and emplacement of air support equipment. I received extensive training and practice in communications, mapping, communication equipment, planning, and supervising. I served two deployments in Helmand Province, Afghanistan totaling eighteen months. While on my first deployment during the surge adding troops in 2009-2010 I played a role reestablishing a Direct Air Support Center (DASC) and supported the largest heliborne assault since the Vietnam War. During my second deployment from 2011-2012 I received a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for superior performance while working a position above my pay grade. I acted as the Crew Chief or senior enlisted member of the DASC providing leadership and expertise in all functions of the DASC. Additionally leading up to the deployment, I participated in many training exercises, managed multiple junior marines and ensured readiness for my crew.