Dennis Boyer

Supports the UWDC Commander as the principal advisor on current and future undersea warfare (USW). Responsibilities include rapid delivery of new USW technologies and tactical guidance to fleet operators while consulting with various senior DoD leaders and private research organizations on all aspects of USW.

• As a Submarine Force Graybeard, I mentor, advise, and instruct submarine crews, officers in their pipeline training, and school staff in topics related to ship-handling, navigation, application of the COLREGS, operational planning, tactics and tactical systems, and preparation for submarine deployed operations
• My specific duties include providing Bridge Resource Management (BRM) course to submarine crews
• Outside of the formal BRM course, I provide instruction on radar operations, use of ARPA functions, and Submarine Force guidance related to surfaced operations and contact management to future department heads, Executive Officers, and Commanding Officers in their respective pipeline courses
• During these training sessions, I lead classroom discussions as well as practical training scenarios in the Submarine School Bridge Trainer and navigation trainers
• Additionally, I assist future department heads and submarine crews during their training using our various Submarine Multi-Mission Team Trainers simulating deployed operations in theaters around the world
• This training involves tactics, tactical system employment, and weapons employment in both peacetime and wartime scenarios
• Finally, my duties include offering feedback and advice to the Naval Submarine School Commanding Officer on all aspects of tactical training
• Direct Supervisor: CAPT Matt Fanning, Commanding Officer Naval Submarine School (860-694-3751)
• It is Okay to contact him
• My pay grade during this assignment is GS-15 (Step 7)
• I work 40 hrs/week in this assignment

• As the COMSUBPAC N7 I was responsible for all aspects of non-nuclear training for the submarines in the Pacific Fleet
• Working with my counterpart at COMSUBLANT, my responsibilities included establishing training requirements for the entire submarine force
• The policies included evaluating curricula, determining the need for new courses and updating existing courses
• My efforts in this role were based on my involvement in training and assessing Pacific Fleet submarines
• Specifically within the Pacific Fleet, I: Provided direct oversight of the training for Pacific Fleet submarines during their preparation for extended deployments
• This effort included my assessment and feedback of a crew's performance in training scenarios in port and at sea
• During my direct observations, I provided training for the crews in order to improve their performance
• Additionally, I provided feedback to the appropriate training centers and the resident 'Gray Beard' regarding the quality of training provided to the submarines
• Assisted submarine Commanding Officers with the development of their post-deployment operational briefs
• Evaluated Pacific Fleet submarines in their ability to tactically employ their systems in peacetime and simulated combat operations
• My efforts in this role were focused on the positioning of the ship, tactical security, tactical use of the ocean environment, employment of the combat system, and execution of weapons handling procedures
• Collaborated with many stakeholders to develop requirements for tactical systems
• My in-depth involvement in all aspects of tactical training, including the employment of combat systems, provided me with insight on the need for specific improvements with submarine systems
• Direct Supervisor: Initial- RADM Tony Carullo, Director Plans and Policy, J5, USSTRATCOM (402-912-5000)
• It is Okay to contact him
• Final- RADM Rick Seif, COMSUBPAC, (unlisted phone)
• It is Okay to contact him
• My pay grade during this assignment was O-6
• I worked >40 hrs/week during this assignment

• As the Commanding Officer of a diverse workforce, I broadened my experience in leading people
• My ability to mentor Commanding Officers and Executive Officers is stronger as a result of my time in command
• Commanded approximately 750 United States Navy personnel, including a workforce of nearly 700 civilian personnel
• In this Major Command tour, I further developed my 'leadership toolbox' and matured as a Naval leader
• Ensured the proper security and force protection supporting 50 tenant commands
• Managed multi-million dollar budget to maintain the installation's infrastructure
• My direct supervisor was VADM Ricky Williamson (Ret.), (phone unknown)
• He has since retired and I do not know how to reach him
• My pay grade during this assignment was O-6
• I worked >40 hrs/week during this assignment

• At DOT&E, I served as the Executive Assistant to Director of Naval Warfare Programs providing oversight for the testing of key Navy acquisition programs
• Additionally I: Provided oversight and independent analysis on acquisition programs associated with VIRGINIA Class submarines, submarine sonar and fire control systems, submarine combat control systems, submarine electronic support measures systems, and Naval Special Warfare systems associated with submarine employment
• My direct supervisor was Mr
• John Allen (SES, Ret.) (phone unknown)
• He has since retired and I do not know how to reach him
• My pay grade in this assignment was O-6
• I worked >40 hrs/week during this assignment

• As the Deputy Commander for Training at SUBRON 7, my focus was on improving the performance of our assigned submarines
• With assistance from Naval Submarine Training Center Pacific, I ensured each of our assigned submarines were ready for their next milestone, including major inspections and extended deployment
• I was directly responsible for training the wardroom and crews, mentoring the officers, and assessing performance
• Specifically, I: Prepared submarines for combat operations and extended deployments throughout the Pacific Fleet Area of Responsibility
• In accomplishing these tasks I worked with the submarines in the various trainers ashore and at sea
• Provided training to the submarines in navigation and piloting
• This training included use of the various trainers ashore as well as periods of time underway
• Additionally, I provided assessments of the submarine‘s ability to conduct navigation and piloting in various scenarios including reduced visibility, departing for sea and returning to port, and operations near numerous contacts
• Mentored Commanding Officers and Executive Officers helping them develop professionally
• Assessed the performance of assigned submarines and adjusted their specific training programs accordingly
• My direct supervisor was VADM Jimmy Pitts, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Warfighting Requirements and Capabilities, CNO N9 (703-614-2162)
• It is Okay to contact him
• My pay grade in this assignment was O-6
• I worked >40 hrs/week during this assignment

• While assigned as the Deputy Commander at SUBRON 7, I was placed in command of USS COLUMBIA (SSN 771)
• Based on my past success in command, I was chosen to lead this submarine in order to improve the crew's performance
• Using my expertise as a proven submarine commander I successfully lead the ship through a demanding maintenance period while preparing the crew for a thorough engineering inspection
• With patience, I taught my wardroom and Chief's Quarters how to properly conduct operational planning and follow through with execution
• I mentored the wardroom, helping them to improve individually and as a team
• I provided the foundation for the ship's follow on success
• My direct supervisor was VADM Jimmy Pitts, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Warfighting Requirements and Capabilities, CNO N9 (703-614-2162)
• It is Okay to contact him
• My pay grade in this assignment was O-6
• I worked >40 hrs/week during this assignment

• As the Commanding Officer, I was ultimately responsible for every aspect of the submarine's operations, personnel, and readiness
• My role as the Commanding Officer required significant effort in providing training to my crew and assessing their performance
• Specific highlights include: Lead the officers and Sailors assigned in preparing for and the execution of an extended deployment to the European theater
• Following our efforts on this deployment, to recognize our success my submarine was awarded a Navy Unit Commendation and I was personally recognized with a Legion of Merit
• Mentored assigned personnel
• Several junior officers are now serving as Commanding Officer or Executive Officer on their respective submarines now
• My direct supervisor was RADM Mike Bernacchi (Ret.), (unlisted phone)
• He has since retired and I do not know how to reach him
• My pay grade during this assignment was O-5
• I worked >40 hrs/week during this assignment

• As the leader of the Tactical Analysis Group, I played a significant role in developing the tactical doctrine, procedures, and guidance for use throughout the U.S
• Submarine Force
• This assignment was invaluable in helping me to gain the experience necessary to teach our submariners how to best tactically employ their ships
• Additionally, I: Worked with many partners, established the fleet's requirements for the spiral development and improvement of submarine tactical systems
• Provided oversight in the execution of tactical exercises at sea in support of improved submarine war fighting tactics
• My direct supervisor was Marc Denno (CAPT, USN Ret.) (phone unknown)
• It is Okay to contact him
• My pay grade in this assignment was O-5
• I worked >40 hrs/week during this assignment