Charles Lonick
Santee,CA
Summary
Innovative Senior Engineer with comprehensive background in designing, developing, and implementing technical solutions. Strengths include strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a keen eye for detail. Proven track record in leading engineering teams to deliver high-quality projects on time that meet client needs. Significant contributions made to previous workplaces by streamlining processes, reducing costs, and improving operational efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Engineer for Gun Weapons System Program
JSL Technologies Inc.
San Diego, CA
09.2022 - Current
- As Senior Engineer, I support the Gun Weapons System Repair Program (GWSRP) in removal/installation, refurbishment/overhaul, United States Navy fleet technical assistance, maintenance, and fleet modernization of the various weapons systems under the cognizance of the GWSRP.
- Provided technical drawings and technical procedures for the scheduled GWSRP pier-side repair/refurbishment of Electro-Optical Directors, Daylight Imaging Sensors, and Thermal Imaging Sensors.
- Managed a yearly budget of $150,000.00 for subcontractor work and fabrication projects.
- Provide quality insurance inspection of all materials fabricated per specifications in the technical drawings.
Tomahawk Strike Manager/LCPO
USS Decatur (DDG 73)
San Diego, CA
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Managed 13 employees with direction and oversight of 150 personnel. Provided support to 300+ aboard the USS DECATUR.
- Managed and coordinated tools and maintenance resources associated with multimillion-dollar Tactical Tomahawk Weapons Control System and Vertical Launching System.
- Provided exceptional expertise over the span of one overseas operation and recognized by senior leadership throughout the organization as one of the top strike teams in the naval fleet; executed 200+ training and simulated Tomahawk missile warfare scenarios.
- Qualified Anti-Terrorism Tactical Watch Officer (ATTWO)
- Re-Qualified as Combat Systems Training Team (CSTT), Anti-Terrorism Training Team (ATTT), Combat Systems Coordinator (CSC), and Combat Systems Officer of the Watch (CSOOW)
Senior Enlisted Leader
Surface and Mine Warfare Development Center
San Diego, CA
07.2016 - 08.2018
- The first Senior Enlisted Leader for SMWDC, a new command. Responsible for representing the Commander, communicating the Commander's goals and direction for the command to the enlisted workforce, while simultaneously representing the enlisted personnel's views and concerns to the commander.
- Directly contributed to the training and professional development of 25 junior enlisted personnel and 5 Chief Petty Officers.
- Qualified as Staff Duty Officer
Tomahawk Strike Manager/LCPO
USS Milius (DDG 69)
San Diego, CA
06.2014 - 07.2016
- Led 13 personnel in the maintenance, operation, and upkeep of the Tactical Tomahawk Weapons Control System and Vertical Launching System.
- Weapons Department Coordinator for Board of Inspection and Survey, scoring 96%.
- Completed a 9 month deployment to the Arabian gulf as the Tomahawk Strike Manager/Over-the-Horizon Targeting Supervisor.
- Combat Systems Training Team (CSTT) Leader for the Strike Team for the Cruise Missile Tactical Qualification, resulting in a grade of 'Flawless' by the ATG senior inspector.
- Re-Qualified as Combat Systems Training Team, Anti-Terrorism Training Team, Combat Systems Coordinator (CSC), and Combat Systems Officer of the Watch (CSOOW).
Leading Petty Officer
USS McCampbell (DDG 85)
Yokosuka, Japan
03.2011 - 03.2014
- Responsible for the training of 6 strike team members during Combat Systems Ships Qualification (CSSQT) and Cruise Missile Tactical Qualification (CMTQ).
- Qualified as Combat Systems Training Team (CSTT), Anti-Terrorism Training Team (ATTT), and the only non-aegis FC onboard MCCAMPBELL to qualify as Combat Systems Coordinator (CSC).
- Re-Qualified as Combat Systems Officer of the Watch (CSOOW)
Recruiter
NRD Philadelphia
Baltimore, MD
08.2007 - 03.2011
- As a Naval Recruiter/Canvasser, I sought out, interviewed, and screened potential applicants to fill existing and future job openings and to promote career opportunities within the United States Navy.
- Qualified as a Recruiter and Recruiter-in-Charge of Naval Recruiting Station Catonsville, MD.
- Trained 150+ future Sailors in basic military requirements preparing them for basic training and their first enlistment in the United States Navy.
Work Center Supervisor
USS O'Kane (DDG 77)
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI
06.2003 - 06.2007
- Advanced Tomahawk Weapons Control System (ATWCS) Work Center Supervisor (WCS), coordinated all work center maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of ATWCS.
- Qualified as Combat Systems Officer of the Watch (CSOOW), Anti-Terrorism Training Team (ATTT).
- Re-Qualified Combat Systems Training Team (CSTT).
MK 86 Gun Fire Control System Technician
USS Vincennes (CG 49)
Yokosuka, Japan
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Responsible for the maintenance, operation and upkeep of the MK 86 Gun Fire Control System (GFCS).
- Qualified Combat Systems Training Team (CSTT)
Education
High School Diploma -
Aberdeen High School
Aberdeen06-1998
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALSkills
- Weapons system maintenance
- Technical documentation
- Quality assurance
- Budget management
- Electro-optical systems
- Team leadership
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Engineer for Gun Weapons System Program
JSL Technologies Inc.
09.2022 - Current
Tomahawk Strike Manager/LCPO
USS Decatur (DDG 73)
08.2018 - 08.2022
Senior Enlisted Leader
Surface and Mine Warfare Development Center
07.2016 - 08.2018
Tomahawk Strike Manager/LCPO
USS Milius (DDG 69)
06.2014 - 07.2016
Leading Petty Officer
USS McCampbell (DDG 85)
03.2011 - 03.2014
Recruiter
NRD Philadelphia
08.2007 - 03.2011
Work Center Supervisor
USS O'Kane (DDG 77)
06.2003 - 06.2007
MK 86 Gun Fire Control System Technician
USS Vincennes (CG 49)
01.2000 - 01.2003
High School Diploma -
Aberdeen High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Columbia Southern University
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