Abigail Newton
Lemon Grove,CA
Summary
Navy Operation Specialist Second Class with hands-on shipboard systems, operations coordination, and leadership experience seeking a SkillBridge opportunity as a Marine Operations & Business Development Support Specialist. Skilled at bridging technical operations with planning and business development
A professional with extensive experience in supervising operations intelligence and managing classified materials within the U.S. Navy. Demonstrated ability to coordinate tactical data and ensure operational compliance, enhancing mission readiness through effective workflow monitoring and personnel training. Recognized for contributions to critical missions, including the first Zumwalt-class SM-6 shoot, which involved real-time situational awareness and operational updates to leadership. Proven track record in maintaining equipment reliability and optimizing performance through routine inspections and maintenance tasks.
Skilled Operations Specialist Second Class with robust experience in overseeing and optimizing operational processes. Strengths include strategic planning, team leadership, and problem-solving skills. Made significant contributions to improving efficiency and productivity in previous roles by identifying and rectifying procedural bottlenecks.
Professional offering background monitoring communications systems. Talented at operating, observing, and troubleshooting equipment. Attentive when manning control center to coordinate quick responses. Logical with strong critical-thinking skills and experience in environment based on structured chain of command.
Highly-motivated Salior with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering with extensive experience in supervising operations intelligence and managing classified materials within the U.S. Navy. Demonstrated ability to coordinate tactical data and ensure operational compliance, enhancing mission readiness through effective workflow monitoring and personnel management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Operation Specialist Second Class
USS Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001)
San Diego, California
12.2021 - Current
- Supervised Operations Intelligence Division; trained personnel on tactical and operational qualifications.
- Managed classified materials as NATO Custodian, maintaining strict security compliance.
- Coordinated tactical data, navigation, and watchstanding; assisted safe navigation through restricted waters.
- Recognized with Navy Achievement Medal (first Zumwalt-class SM-6 shoot) and Admiral Flag Letter of Commendation.
- U.S. Navy
- Monitored operational workflows, ensuring compliance with safety and efficiency standards, which enhanced overall mission readiness.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of equipment, resulting in increased reliability and minimized downtime during missions.
- Trained and mentored junior personnel on operational procedures, fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork within the unit.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends, leading to improved decision-making and resource allocation for mission success.
- Supported command initiatives by providing real-time situational awareness and operational updates to leadership during critical missions.
- Maintained accurate records of daily operations, including personnel information, equipment maintenance logs, and inventory levels.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on equipment and machinery used in operations.
- Managed the day-to-day activities of the operations team by assigning tasks, setting deadlines, monitoring progress.
- Observed and monitored data, voice and alerting systems.
- Used telecommunications systems, two-way radios and intercom system to communicate with teams.
- Maintained and updated daily event logs and entry authority lists.
- Managed communications between personnel for continual connections during missions.
- Supported decision-making by interpreting graphic displays and information.
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues with communications systems and maintain readiness.
- Employed equipment to control missile launches.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate activities related to operations functions.
- Operated command and control center systems and equipment.
- Gathered, controlled and destroyed communication materials.
- Reviewed emergency action messages, extracted relevant information from emergency orders and sent instructions to guide forces.
Operation Specialist
FACSFAC San Diego
San Diego, California
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Supported operational readiness and intelligence operations; maintained technical documentation.
- Assisted in planning and executing training and mission-critical projects.
- U.S. Navy
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures, promoting consistency and compliance across operational practices.
- Reviewed existing operations processes for accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to internal guidelines.
Education
Tactical Data Link Coordinator - Tactical Data Link
USN
07.2021 - 08.2021
Operation Specialist - Operation Specialist A School
USN
08.2019 - 10.2019
Caldwell Highschool
Caldwell, TXSkills
- Shipboard operations & tactical systems management
- Project coordination & technical documentation
- Leadership & team training
- Navigation & operational safety
- Business development support
- Secret Clearance
- Shipboard systems operation & tactical data management
- Project coordination & operational planning
- Division trainer for operational qualifications
- Leadership in mentoring and mission execution
- Tactical operations
- Operational compliance
- Data analysis
- Personnel training
- Equipment maintenance
- Mission readiness
- Situational awareness
- Resource allocation
- Communication systems
- Workflow monitoring
- Performance optimization
- Team leadership
- Technical documentation
- Decision support
- Inventory management
- Classified material management
- Operational strategy
- Mission execution
- Advanced communication
- Operational efficiency
- Strategic planning
- Intelligence gathering
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Team building
- Electronic warfare support
- Situation Analysis
- IT systems management
- Command support
- Problem-solving abilities
- Workflow management
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management abilities
- Equipment management
Professional Experience
- Operation Specialist Second Class, USS Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001) - U.S. Navy, 12/21- Present, Supervised Operations Intelligence Division; trained personnel on tactical and operational qualifications., Managed classified materials as NATO Custodian, maintaining strict security compliance., Coordinated tactical data, navigation, and watchstanding; assisted safe navigation through restricted waters., Recognized with Navy Achievement Medal (first Zumwalt-class SM-6 shoot) and Admiral Flag Letter of Commendation.
- Operation Specialist Second Class, FACSFAC San Diego - U.S. Navy, 05/19 - 12/21, Supported operational readiness and intelligence operations; maintained technical documentation., Assisted in planning and executing training and mission-critical projects.
Education And Certifications
- Secret Clearance (Current)
- Navy Qualifications: Tactical Data Coordinator, Piloting Officer, Voyage Management System Operator, Combat Information Center Watch Officer, Damage Control Scene Leader
Technical Skills And Achievements
- Shipboard systems operation & tactical data management
- Project coordination & operational planning
- Division trainer for operational qualifications
- Leadership in mentoring and mission execution
Core Competencies
- Shipboard operations & tactical systems management
- Project coordination & technical documentation
- Leadership & team training
- Navigation & operational safety
- Business development support
- Secret Clearance
Timeline
Operation Specialist Second Class
USS Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001)
12.2021 - Current
Tactical Data Link Coordinator - Tactical Data Link
USN
07.2021 - 08.2021
Operation Specialist
FACSFAC San Diego
12.2019 - 12.2021
Operation Specialist - Operation Specialist A School
USN
08.2019 - 10.2019
Caldwell Highschool