Christopher Harper
Bremerton,WA
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished Navy veteran with extensive experience in submarine operations, maintenance, and leadership. Proven track record of excellence in managing personnel, ensuring operational readiness, and completing critical tasks under high-pressure environments. Seeking a rewarding position where I can leverage my skills and expertise to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Leading Petty Officer/Sonar Division
USS LOUISIANA (BLUE) SSBN 743
10.2022 - Current
- Led a team of 15 personnel through rigorous training, certification, and dynamic operations, resulting in the qualification of over 30 personnel and recognition for 5 sailors.
- Managed a watch bill for 100 sailors across 2 crews, ensuring adequate staffing during maintenance availability periods.
- Supervised sonar operations during battle stations, overseeing 7 personnel in a high-stress environment.
- Served as control room supervisor, managing day-to-day submarine operations, maintenance, and drills.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance plans for submarine systems and components, ensuring compliance with military standards and operational readiness through rigorous inspections and testing procedures.
Sonar Supervisor/Quality Assurance Inspector
USS Maine (Gold) SSBN 741
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Ensured ship safety as a sonar supervisor, reporting directly to commanding officer's representative and effectively led a team of four operators through complex and evolving scenarios.
- Authored over 15 quality assurance packages, including multiple hydrostatic retests and operational tests, ensuring operational readiness.
- Coordinated and managed over 100 maintenance tasks across 8 divisions as the Ship’s Maintenance Coordinator, streamlining refit planning and ensuring timely execution.
- Coordinated and led command climate survey team consisting of 15 senior personnel, enhancing morale and command climate.
Student
Trident Training Facility Sonar Electronics Maintenance School
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Completed sonar maintenance school, gaining proficiency in troubleshooting and maintenance of electronic components.
Watch Supervisor/Instructor
Navy Data Center
07.2018 - 09.2021
- Pioneered qualifications for a newly established watch station overseas, leading the implementation and instruction of the Watch Supervisor and Advanced Analyst Academy, successfully certifying three new supervisors.
- Developed and led training scenarios, resulting in qualification of 30 personnel.
- Selected as training member, responsible for certifying 60 personnel in watch teams.
Sonar Supervisor/Lead Technician
USS Kentucky (Blue) SSBN 737
03.2014 - 07.2018
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills as junior sonar supervisor, overseeing 4 operators maintaining team efficiency and organizing workflows.
- As a Quality Assurance Craftsman and authored over 10 detailed quality assurance packages for highly sensitive systems, ensuring rigorous adherence to standards and enhancing system reliability.
- Led repairs and troubleshooting of sonar systems, completing critical tasks under pressure.
- Oversaw repair parts inventory, ensuring system maintenance.
Welder/Fabricator
Arizona Equipment Fabrication
03.2012 - 03.2013
- Performed welding and fabrication tasks on a variety of metals including steel, aluminum, and stainless steel, using MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques to produce high-quality components and assemblies.
- Collaborated with engineering and design teams to develop and refine welding and fabrication processes, improving efficiency and reducing production costs.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to determine welding and fabrication specifications, ensuring accurate and precise execution of designs.
- Conducted inspections and quality control checks on welded components, identifying and correcting defects to meet industry standards and project requirements.
- Utilized hoists, cranes, and forklifts to efficiently to fabricate and dismantle equipment, facilitating the identification and removal of defective components for repair or replacement.
Education
Graduate -
Basic Enlisted Submarine School
Groton, CT03.2014
Graduate - undefined
Navy Boot Camp
Great Lakes, IL03.2013
Welder/Fabricator - undefined
Arizona Equipment Fabrication
Phoenix, AZ03.2013
High School Diploma -
Chino Valley High School
Chino Valley, AZ06.2008
Skills
- Duty Chief: Operational Manager or Shift Supervisor
- Chief of the Watch: Lead Operations Coordinator or Senior Shift Leader
- Watch Supervisor
- Quality Assurance Inspector/Planner
- Instructor
- Firearms Supervisor
- Training and mentoring
- Operational planning
Awards
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (7)
- Sailor of the Quarter (4th Quarter CY 2023)
- Sailor of the Quarter (2nd Quarter CY 2021)
- Junior Sailor of the Year (CY 2020)
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Leading Petty Officer/Sonar Division
USS LOUISIANA (BLUE) SSBN 743
10.2022 - Current
Sonar Supervisor/Quality Assurance Inspector
USS Maine (Gold) SSBN 741
11.2021 - 10.2022
Student
Trident Training Facility Sonar Electronics Maintenance School
09.2021 - 11.2021
Watch Supervisor/Instructor
Navy Data Center
07.2018 - 09.2021
Sonar Supervisor/Lead Technician
USS Kentucky (Blue) SSBN 737
03.2014 - 07.2018
Welder/Fabricator
Arizona Equipment Fabrication
03.2012 - 03.2013
Graduate -
Basic Enlisted Submarine School
Graduate - undefined
Navy Boot Camp
Welder/Fabricator - undefined
Arizona Equipment Fabrication
High School Diploma -
Chino Valley High School
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