Scott Smith is a Deputy for Capability Development at COMSUBDEVRON FIVE at Submarine Development Squadron FIVE. He possess expertise in operational planning, military operations, military experience, security clearance, dod and 10 more skills. Colleagues describe him as "Scott "Gets It". USS MONTPELIER (SSN 765) was a boat that struggled to perform coming out of a post-collision shipyard availability. The moment Scott stepped on board and relieved as Executive Officer, MONTPELIER turned a corner and began to make the climb to outstanding operational performance. His unwavering standard, commitment to the ship and its Sailors, and laser focus on guiding others to achieve their best was unmatched. His performance earned him the #1 of 9 Executive Officers in Submarine Squadron SIX and his screening for Command at sea at his first opportunity. Scott's Command perspective, sound judgment, presence, and poise was like having a second Commanding Officer on board. He earned my trust within his first moments on board, and I slept soundly while deployed to CENTCOM knowing that he was on the Conn supervising the performance of MONTPELIER's team in some of the most challenging waters and tactical situations for submarine operations. Scott is a leader of the people. As MONTPELIER made her climb from the shipyard to the tip of the spear, one of her most significant achievements was being recognized at COMSUBLANT as the #2 of 86 submarines with respect to People Centered Metrics (having started in the bottom third). This is a testament to Scott's investment in the Sailor. It is not lost on him that the ship's performance was directly tied to the deckplate, and Scott was able to connect with the Sailor on personal and professional levels to maximize performance day in, and day out. Scott is destined for great things, and I will follow his career and continued success with great interest." and "In any work environment, Scott quickly establishes himself as the person to go to when you need results! He routinely surpasses expectations. A quintessential Naval Officer, he leads through experience and good judgment, and uses a razor-sharp intellect to accomplish seemingly impossible goals! With his talents and work ethic, I have no doubt he will achieve command of a submarine and later on flag rank in the Navy."