Founded in 2016, Common Defense is the nation’s largest grassroots organization of US military veterans and the only one that invests in the leadership of its members through training and deployment in campaigns that connect directly to their history of service, including voting rights, climate justice, and anti-militarism.

Supervised an office of five (5) military recruiters in day to day operations, including cultivating leads, conducting interviews and qualifications screenings, and processing applicant packages and security clearance background screenings. Oversaw a pool of up to thirty (30) recruits, including mentoring, military education, and preparation for the transition to military life.Developed and cultivated contacts and relationships with school and community leaders.Gave presentations and talks about the Naval Nuclear Power Program to high school and college groups.

Operated and maintained electrical generation and distribution equipment aboard a Nimitz- class aircraft carrier. Delivered occupational training and maintained training records for over thirty personnel.Supervised up to ten personnel in maintaining, updating, and cataloging classified technical documents and special test equipment.