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US NavySONAR Chief Petty Officer
Nov. 2020 - Oct. 2021USS MASSACHUSETTSLed advanced acoustic and combat system operations within the U.S. Submarine Force — one of the most technically demanding environments in the world. Directed and developed teams responsible for the operation, maintenance, and tactical employment of integrated sonar and sensor suites used for undersea detection, tracking, and mission execution. Accountable for system readiness, crew proficiency, and operational performance across high-tempo deployments. Delivered: • Leadership of multidisciplinary technical teams in dynamic environments
• Oversight of complex acoustic, electronic, and signal-processing systems
• Tactical data interpretation supporting real-time mission decisions
• System troubleshooting and performance optimization under pressure
• Training and qualification of operators and technicians to fleet standards
• Coordination across engineering, combat, and command leadership Operated in environments requiring precision, rapid decision-making, and disciplined execution. Brings technical depth, operational leadership, and systems-level thinking to organizations requiring high-performance teams and resilient technical operations.
US NavySONAR Leading Petty Officer
Sep. 2018 - Nov. 2020USS FLORIDAServed as senior technical lead for advanced submarine sonar and sensor systems, overseeing daily maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational readiness of complex acoustic and electronic platforms. Acted as the primary technical authority for system performance, casualty response, and equipment reliability across high-tempo operational environments. Delivered: • Direct oversight of preventive and corrective maintenance on integrated sonar suites
• Advanced troubleshooting of signal-processing, electronic, and sensor systems
• Real-time fault isolation and rapid restoration of mission-critical capabilities
• Hands-on calibration, alignment, and system optimization
• Technical mentoring and qualification of junior technicians
• Enforcement of procedural compliance and documentation accuracy Maintained system readiness in environments where equipment performance directly impacted mission success. Known for technical precision, calm decision-making under pressure, and the ability to translate complex system behavior into clear corrective action. Brings deep systems knowledge, disciplined execution, and hands-on technical leadership to high-reliability operational environments.
US NavySpecial Operations Forces Leading Petty Officer
Nov. 2016 - Sep. 2018USS FLORIDASelected to support Special Operations Forces in high-risk, deep submergence environments requiring advanced quality governance and engineering oversight. Led execution and verification of Diver Life Support Systems, deep submergence platforms, and cross-deck engineering operations under formal DSS and Scope of Certification (SOC) controls. Served as technical and quality authority for high-consequence evolutions where procedural precision, red-line validation, and system integrity were mandatory. Delivered: • Oversight of Diver operations systems and Level 1 critical equipment
• Formal QA inspection, verification, and corrective action execution
• Red-line procedural assessments and technical documentation validation
• Cross-deck engineering assistance across multiple platforms
• Development and supervision of complex maintenance and certification actions
• Risk-based decision support in regulated, audit-intensive environments Performance led to the first East Coast Flawless DSS-SOC Survey and only the third ever awarded by PMS 390 and Oceaneering — a distinction recognizing complete compliance, documentation integrity, and execution without deficiency. Operated where governance was absolute and failure unacceptable. Brings disciplined quality leadership, deep technical authority, and proven performance in elite, high-reliability environments.
US NavyQuality Assurance Acoustics Analyst
Sep. 2013 - Nov. 2016Commander Undersea Surveillance Served as senior acoustic quality analyst supporting undersea surveillance operations across distributed sensor networks and fleet-level platforms. Responsible for validating acoustic data integrity, system performance, and analytical accuracy within mission-critical monitoring environments. Delivered: • Quality verification of acoustic signal analysis and surveillance reporting
• Performance assessment of undersea sensor and processing systems
• Identification of data anomalies and corrective action coordination
• Technical review of analytical outputs to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Trend analysis to detect performance degradation and signal irregularities
• Cross-team collaboration with operators, engineers, and leadership Operated within structured quality frameworks requiring documentation discipline, analytical precision, and defensible reporting standards. Strengthened surveillance reliability by ensuring acoustic intelligence products met operational and compliance thresholds before dissemination. Brings deep signal-processing knowledge, analytical rigor, and quality-focused data validation to environments where information accuracy directly impacts mission outcomes.
US NavySpecial Operations Forces Leading Petty Officer and Maintenance Manager
Aug. 2010 - Sep. 2013USS CALIFORNIASelected to support Special Operations Forces in high-risk, deep submergence environments requiring advanced quality governance and engineering oversight. Led execution and verification of Diver Life Support Systems, deep submergence platforms, and cross-deck engineering operations under formal DSS and Scope of Certification (SOC) controls. Served as technical and quality authority for high-consequence evolutions where procedural precision, red-line validation, and system integrity were mandatory. Delivered: • Oversight of Diver operations systems and Level 1 critical equipment
• Formal QA inspection, verification, and corrective action execution
• Red-line procedural assessments and technical documentation validation
• Cross-deck engineering assistance across multiple platforms
• Development and supervision of complex maintenance and certification actions
• Risk-based decision support in regulated, audit-intensive environments Operated where governance was absolute and failure unacceptable. Brings disciplined quality leadership, deep technical authority, and proven performance in elite, high-reliability environments.
US NavySonar Technician
Jun. 2006 - Aug. 2010USS BUFFALOPerformed operation, maintenance, and tactical employment of advanced submarine sonar and acoustic sensor systems in mission-critical undersea environments. Supported real-time detection, classification, and tracking of surface and subsurface contacts, contributing directly to safe navigation and operational success. Delivered: • Operation of integrated sonar and signal-processing systems
• Preventive and corrective maintenance on acoustic and electronic equipment
• Real-time data interpretation in dynamic operational settings
• Fault isolation and rapid troubleshooting of mission systems
• Adherence to strict procedural, security, and safety standards
• Continuous qualification advancement within high-performance teams Developed foundational expertise in acoustic analysis, system diagnostics, and operational discipline within one of the most technically demanding environments in the military. Established the technical and professional groundwork that progressed into advanced leadership, quality oversight, and enterprise-level analytical roles.
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