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Jacksonville, Fl, Us

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 planning and execution, and tactical communications.• 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 in the dynamic operational tactical environment.• Observed and assessed contemporaries during Practice and Certification Teaching in accordance with NAVEDTRA 135 requirements.• Reviewed and administered Explosive Safety requirements in accordance with US Navy Publications OP-4 and OP-5.

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.• Served as Subject Matter Expert for the ship’s weapons systems and their integration into naval operations to inform the Command in mission planning and execution, and weapon systems capabilities.

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) qualification.Also fulfilled the duties of Supply Officer managing logistics and a budgets for several ships in excess of $720,000.Collateral Duties: MWR Officer, Supply Officer, Legal Officer.

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