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Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan

• With strong leadership and planning skills, I successfully managed the Ship Combat Readiness Program to assure warships optimal performance during tactical missions. My most notable accomplishments are listed below:
• Played key role of Senior Instructor in training DDG sailors in tactical employment of combat system and associated weapons systems, system capabilities and limitations, employment of automated systems, mission.
• Recognized Subject Matter Expert in Combat Weapon System and Principal Authority to lead and plan the maintenance and repair of combat systems and equipment on large warships.
• Monitored execution of all maintenance activities to ensure adherence with quality standards and timely mission readiness of the assigned ship.
• Reviewed and analyzed U.S. Navy Combat System Engineering Capabilities and Limitations and U.S. Navy Operational and Tactical doctrine to optimize the application of ship's Combat Systems capabilities and limitations.
• Observed and assessed contemporaries during Practice and Certification Teaching in accordance with NAVEDTRA 135 requirements.

Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan

• By managing the ship's weapons department, I led the maintenance and procurement of weapons and weapons control equipment utilized on warships. Few of my most notable accomplishments are listed below:
• Partnered with Commanding Officer to advise and deliver recommendations on weapons operations planning, capabilities, and identified problems.
• Managed preparation of charts, maps, and grid systems to facilitate tactical navigation of large warships.
• Ensured optimal operation and functionality of all on-ship weapons and weapons control equipment during planning and execution of tactical naval operations.
• Lead and trained a team of 60 sailors to ensure full combat readiness and fighting efficiency.
• Trained 5 Junior Officers in the conduct of their duties and the attainment of advanced warfighting qualifications.

Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain

Managed welfare, training, and maintenance for a crew of 30 individuals as second-in-command. Furthermore also served as the Weapons Officer in charge of maintenance, training, and logistics for all firearms and ammunition on board. Assisted with the training and qualification of over 6 people in the complex Officer of the Deck (Underway).

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Managed maintenance, training, and welfare of 15 personnel for all ASW-related activities.Collateral duties: Morale/Welfare/Recreation (MWR) Officer, Legal Officer, Visit Board Search and Seizure (VBSS) Officer

Master Of Science - Ms, Applied Mathematics

Specialization in Undersea Warfare.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Mathematics