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Blake Sullivan

Brunswick, GA,USA

Summary

P-8 Mission System Int. & Test Acoustic Operator PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Highly motivated Special Programs Acoustic Sonar Operator on the newest military reconnaissance plane, the P-8 Poseidon. P-8AAcoustic Instructor with a Top Secret/SCI Clearance and over 6 years of proven operational experience in the United States Navy. Effectively taught system utilization, data analysis, Multi-static Active Coherence (MAC), Mission Planning Computer (MPC) programs, and aviation safety. Skilled in planning, coordinating, scheduling, and facilitating training courses derived from conducting domestic and global operations. Thrives in working conditions with minimal direction as well as team-oriented projects. Career supported by a pursuit of Bachelors degree in Psychology. Data Analysis Communication Problem Solving/Management Adaptability Flexibility Decision Making Risk Assessment

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Acoustic Instructor

Navy
Jacksonville , FL
03.2015 - 03.2021
  • Of tactics department in charge of innovation, and testing new procedures onboard the P8A aircraft
  • As an Acoustic Instructor and Training LPO, she demonstrates leadership, understanding, clarifies meaning for others in areas of uncertainty, speaks with clarity and writes clearly and concisely for all reports
  • As Training Leading Petty Officer, she directly managed 6 personnel, and scheduled 54 personal for simulators ultimately processing 23 reports for students
  • Instructed and operated simulator systems such as; Weapons Systems Trainers (WST), Weapons
  • Tactics Trainers (WTT), Part Task Trainers (PTT), Operational Flight Trainer (OFT), and
  • Electronic Classrooms
  • Recognized as MAC Subject Matter Expert (SME), she has instructed 100+ MAC flight hours including 45 in 6th Fleet Area Of Responsibilities (AOR), 11 DARS labs, and 17 MAC simulators
  • Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.

Acoustic Software Test Engineer

Boeing
Kent , WA
03.2019 - 05.2022
  • Made timely adjustments to machine operations and components to meet demands of different production orders.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
  • Inspected machine parts with measuring tools.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.Designed testing scenarios for usability testing.
  • Assessed software bugs and compiled findings along with suggested resolutions for development team members.
  • Conducted regression testing, analyzed results and submitted observations to the development team.
  • Wrote and optimized test cases to maximize the success of manual software testing with consistent, thorough approaches.
  • Reviewed requirements, specifications and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback.
  • Created accurate and successful test scripts to manage automated testing of certain products and features.
  • Effectively interacted with customer departments regarding software defects and functionality issues, working closely to develop innovative solutions.
  • Analyzed user-generated trouble tickets to determine causes of problems and took appropriate action for resolution.

Aircrew Sonar Operator

US Navy
Jacksonville, USA
09.2012 - 03.2019
  • Crew holding operator for MAC since its introduction to Patrol Squadron SIXTEEN in 2014, she provides lessons learned on methods of operating the MAC system, as well as provide training to upgrading and qualified aircrewman to efficiently employ the system
  • Highly sought out for over 1,600 flight hour experience with Acoustic systems and Mission planning tools, she provided one- on-one training as well as classroom training to diverse audiences
  • Served on the very first P8A deployment to 7th Fleet AOR, as well as a second deployment to 7th
  • Fleet AOR, and recently 6th Fleet AOR specializing in MAC prosecution with 100% contact turnover
  • Supported P-8A training system customers by testing hardware and software to provide detailed feedback on performance issues and input for process improvement to create a stronger sense of realism
  • Manager in charge of Patrol Squadron Sixteens DSAU classified media and the training of proper handling, installation, and security requirements
  • Subject matter expert on Acoustic, EO/IR and AIS systems on board the P8 Poseidon and MP systems PC-IMAT and ASPECT

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

College of Coastal Georgia
Brunswick, GA
05.2024

LVL 400 (Acoustic Instructor) - Naval Aircrewman Acoustic Instructor

Maritime Patrol And Reconnaissance Weapons School
Jacksonville, FL
05.2016

Homeland Security III - Homeland Security

American Board For Certification
Online
02.2016

Homeland Security II - Security

American Board For Certification
Online
10.2015

Homeland Security I - Homeland Security

American Board For Certification
Online
04.2015

Certified in Disaster Preparedness, CDP I - Homeland Security

American Board For Certification
Online
11.2014

Associate of Science - Pre-Medicine

Southwestern Community College
05.2012

Skills

  • Student Records Management
  • Instructional Materials Creation
  • Learning Skills Development
  • Detailed Instruction
  • Student Motivation and Engagement

Accomplishments

  • Navy Course: B-9E-1240, AC INDOC CLASS 2
  • Course Description:
  • Required advanced Naval Aviation Survival training for aircrew selected to fly fixed wing non-ejection seat aircraft
  • Provides mission specific aircraft training
  • The course includes emergency egress procedures, aviation life support systems, signaling devices, swimming with flight equipment, aviation water survival skills, life raft organization, rescue devices with helicopter hoist and final examination.
  • Navy Course: C-050-0605, INT WATER SRVIVL
  • Course Description:
  • This voluntary high-risk course prepares students to improve and maintain water skills to meet in-test & out-test skills for numerous Navy programs with swimming and water survival skills set components
  • The 29 hours of instruction spread over 7 days are blended into the student's training
  • These apprentice level skills in survival swimming, treading water, survival floating, abandon ship, auxiliary flotation devices, submerged/surface burning oil and rough water swimming are to be performed
  • Instruction includes maintain survivability in the water and perform as a Lay Responder in an emergency situation.

Additional Information

  • HONORS AND AWARDS , Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Pistol Sharpshooter Medal, Good Conduct Medal (2), Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Service Medal, Honor Recruit (Recruit Training Command), Honor Student (Patrol Squadron Thirty), Patrol Squadron SIXTEEN Blue Jacket of the Quarter, Patrol Squadron SIXTEEN Blue Jacket of the Year, Letter of Commendation, Letter of Appreciation (3) LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Computer Operator Apprenticeship
 Certification Date: Oct 2014 – Present 
 License N93063-551565

Timeline

Acoustic Software Test Engineer

Boeing
03.2019 - 05.2022

Acoustic Instructor

Navy
03.2015 - 03.2021

Aircrew Sonar Operator

US Navy
09.2012 - 03.2019

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

College of Coastal Georgia

LVL 400 (Acoustic Instructor) - Naval Aircrewman Acoustic Instructor

Maritime Patrol And Reconnaissance Weapons School

Homeland Security III - Homeland Security

American Board For Certification

Homeland Security II - Security

American Board For Certification

Homeland Security I - Homeland Security

American Board For Certification

Certified in Disaster Preparedness, CDP I - Homeland Security

American Board For Certification

Associate of Science - Pre-Medicine

Southwestern Community College
Blake Sullivan