Derrick Evans
Kenosha,WI
Summary
Results-driven Chief Gunnersmate with the US Navy, adept at enhancing operational readiness and firearm safety. Expert in weapons systems and team communication, I led troubleshooting efforts that restored critical functionality and implemented training programs, boosting team efficiency and morale. Proven ability to analyze performance data for continuous improvement. I have led 100s of people towards various mission successes.
Overview
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Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Gunnersmate
US Navy
Kenosha, WI
06.2004 - 07.2026
- 5 years onboard USS Monterey (CG-61) as a Technician. Extensive maintenance on electronics, electrical circuit cards, troubleshooting and fault isolation.
- 3 years as a Gunnersmate "A" school instructor. Achieved Master Training Specialist qualification.
- 3 years onboard the USS Frank Cable (AS-40). Handled all Submarine launched Missiles. Maintained weapon systems
- 1 year onboard USS New Orleans (LPD-18). Maintened MK46 30MM Gun Weapon Systems
- 4 years as a Navy Recruit Instructor. (Recruit Division Commander)
- 2 years onboard USS Bush (CVN-77). Crew Served Weapons Instructor. Maintained 4-MK38 25MM Guns. Troubleshooted IC J105 circuits.
- 2 years onboard USS Ted Stevens as the lead MK 41 VLS missile launcher system technician. Small Arms and Crew Served Weapons Instructor
- Maintained strict security measures, safeguarding sensitive information related to weapons systems and tactical planning
- Trained junior personnel on equipment operation and maintenance best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Columbia College of Missouri
Columbia, MO05-2023
Skills
- Master Training Specialist NEC 8MTS
- NEC 9502
- 11 years of instructor experience
- 22 Years of experience as a US Navy Gunnersmate, E7, Chief Petty officer
- Apprentice Technical Training Graduate
- 22 years of Troubleshooting Electric circuits, electronic systems, fault isolation and test equipment
- 8RDC Recruit Instructor
- 717B NEC Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor
- 718B Crew Served Weapons Instructor
- V64/65B NEC- MK41 Vertical launching system operation and maintenance technician
- 716B Advanced Undersea Lightweight Torpedo Maintenance Technician
- V61B MK46 Gun Weapon System Technician
Certification
United States military apprenticeship program:
1. Ordnance artificer
2. Armory technician
3. Computer operator
4. CPR certified
Timeline
Chief Gunnersmate
US Navy
06.2004 - 07.2026
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Columbia College of Missouri