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Education
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CHARLES FIELDS

Lacey,WA

Summary

Experienced Special Operations leader with a strong background in instruction, maintenance, and operational application of advanced tactics and weapon systems. Holds extensive expertise in Night Vision, Communications, Drone and Thermal observation systems. Displays a proven ability to lead, instruct, and deliver exceptional results under challenging conditions, consistently exceeding performance standards. Holds a Secret Security Clearance.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Founder, Chief of Research and Development

Sovereign Solutions LLC
03.2023 - Current
  • Fully developed 10 unique products as Chief of Research and Development (R&D).
  • Consulted U.S. Special Operations Units to design and field custom product solutions in a timely manner.
  • Developed and maintained ongoing relationships with Retailers, Manufacturers and Suppliers.

New Equipment Training (NET) Technical Instructor

General Dynamics Land Systems
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Instructed and evaluated U.S Army and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) soldiers on the Stryker family of vehicles, including classroom and hands-on training.
  • Served as Subject-Matter Expert on the maintenance and operation of Stryker vehicles.
  • Maintained high customer service standards and professionalism with Government and Civilian clients, receiving high-performance Quarterly reviews.

Team Leader

U.S. Army - 75th Ranger Regiment
09.2017 - 01.2021
  • Led and trained 10 team members on advanced weaponry and tactics, including M3A1 MAAWS, Javelin, AT-4, and TOW platforms.
  • Operated advanced communication systems and mesh networks, ensuring effective mission coordination between higher command.
  • Directed daily team training and performed over 150 expert evaluations as Cadre during skill certification tests.
  • Gained extensive expertise in PMCS and tactical deployment of numerous vehicle systems.
  • Conducted Joint Operations with U.S Tier 1 Forces to achieve critical mission objectives, earning 3 awards for substantial mission contributions.

Company Administrative Liaison

U.S. Army - 75th Ranger Regiment
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Coordinated logistics and performed liaison duties with Ranger Companies and U.S. SOF Units.
  • Proficiently utilized military systems and office software to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Organized, maintained, and updated Personnel Records for 150 Special Operations Soldiers.
  • Coordinated and performed back-side support for 20 Company training events throughout one full 6-month training cycle.

Education

Associate of Arts (AA-DTA) - International Relations

Pierce College
Lakewood, WA
08-2024

Skills

  • Representative experience
  • Strategic Decision-making
  • Task delegation
  • Computer-aided Design (CAD)
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Functions

Certification

  • General Dynamics NET Certification
  • Professional Scrum Master 1 (PSM1) Certification
  • Current Common Access Card (CAC) and Indefinite Base Access

Military Schooling And Certifications - Courses Completed

  • U.S. Army Ranger School
  • Ranger Drone Operator Course
  • Advanced Radio Telephone Operator (RTO) Course
  • Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Warfare Training
  • Advanced Ranger First Responder (ARFR) Course
  • Expert Infantry Badge (Expert Certified on all major U.S. Small Arms Weapon Systems)

Timeline

New Equipment Training (NET) Technical Instructor

General Dynamics Land Systems
10.2024 - 01.2025

Founder, Chief of Research and Development

Sovereign Solutions LLC
03.2023 - Current

Company Administrative Liaison

U.S. Army - 75th Ranger Regiment
01.2021 - 07.2021

Team Leader

U.S. Army - 75th Ranger Regiment
09.2017 - 01.2021

Associate of Arts (AA-DTA) - International Relations

Pierce College
CHARLES FIELDS