Cavan Rice
Jacksonville
Summary
As an Aviation Warfare Operator with over five years of operational experience, a TS/SCI (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) clearance, and completion of SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape) School, I bring a high level of expertise and readiness to Navy reconnaissance and electronic surveillance missions. I specialize in operating and managing advanced sensor suites, electronic warfare systems, and intelligence-gathering equipment aboard the EP-3 Aries, P-3 Orion, and MQ-4C Triton platforms. My role is critical to the collection, analysis, and dissemination of signals intelligence (SIGINT), electronic intelligence (ELINT), and radar data supporting maritime patrol, anti-submarine warfare, and strategic reconnaissance operations. I leverage both manned and unmanned systems to provide comprehensive situational awareness to mission commanders and joint force operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Naval Aircrewman / Electronic Surveillance Operator
United States Navy
Jacksonville
07.2020 - Current
- - Operate and manage SIGINT/ELINT systems, radar, and multispectral targeting systems aboard the EP-3 Aries, and P-3 Orion platforms.
- - Conduct signals intelligence collection, radar analysis, and sensor operations to identify, track, and classify surface and subsurface contacts.
- - Maintain flight readiness by ensuring system calibration, cryptographic key management, and mission-critical equipment integrity.
- - Assist in the planning and coordination of electronic warfare and reconnaissance missions, ensuring safe and effective airborne intelligence operations.
- - Mentor junior aircrew personnel in sensor operations, mission planning, and situational awareness techniques.
- - Recognized for outstanding mission performance and professionalism during high-stress, forward-deployed operations.
- Various Deployments
Deployment Site Assistant Supervisor
Kadena Air Base
Okinawa
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Assisted in supervising a team of 20 personnel, safeguarding classified, mission-critical assets.
- - Coordinated with senior management to develop and execute strategic mission plans, including flight path, elevation, and target analysis.
- - Provided technical oversight and quality assurance for intelligence systems and onboard sensors.
- - Developed a comprehensive on-the-job training program that improved overall readiness by 6%.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Mercy General Hospital
Oklahoma City
08.2019 - 07.2020
- - Monitored vital signs and provided patient comfort care in high-pressure environments.
- - Collected specimens and maintained patient data integrity to support medical operations.
Concrete Finisher
Family Contracting Work
Moore
01.2015 - 08.2019
- - Laid and repaired concrete surfaces ensuring durability and precision.
- - Stained and sealed concrete to maintain quality finish.
Education
U.S. Navy Technical Training
Pensacola, FL12-2020
High School -
Southmoore High School
Moore, OK05.2020
Skills
- Signals and electronic intelligence (SIGINT/ELINT)
- Radar and multispectral targeting systems
- Mission planning and payload operations
- Electronic warfare and maritime patrol
- Intelligence analysis and reporting
- - Sensor system operations
- Leadership and team training
- - Verbal and written communication
- Conflict resolution and relationship building
- Emergency procedures and aviation survival
Certification
- - Active Top Secret / SCI Clearance
- - Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph
- - SERE School Certified (Coronado, CA)
- - Certified Mission Payload Operator
Timeline
Deployment Site Assistant Supervisor
Kadena Air Base
12.2021 - 12.2023
Naval Aircrewman / Electronic Surveillance Operator
United States Navy
07.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Mercy General Hospital
08.2019 - 07.2020
Concrete Finisher
Family Contracting Work
01.2015 - 08.2019
U.S. Navy Technical Training
High School -
Southmoore High School