Duc Nguyen
Westminster,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Engineering Aide with expertise in drafting, surveying, and construction layout for community and expeditionary projects. Coordinated efforts with international partners on infrastructure initiatives, ensuring compliance with host-nation requirements. Proven technical accuracy and strong field support skills enhance project execution. Seeking a Field Engineering Aide position within a public works agency.
Overview
2
2
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Navy Recruiter
US Navy
Torrance, CA
07.2024 - Current
- Engaged potential candidates across local communities, high schools, colleges, and public events to promote Navy career opportunities.
- Advised candidates on enlistment requirements, compensation, occupational specialties, and benefits, including college tuition assistance and medical coverage.
- Evaluated applicants against physical, mental, moral, and legal qualification standards.
- Assisted candidates with document collection, enlistment paperwork, and Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) scheduling.
- Guided applicants through Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) evaluations and medical examinations.
- Mentored and supervised Delayed Entry Program recruits to maintain readiness and motivation.
Engineering Aide
US Navy
San Diego , CA
07.2021 - 05.2024
- Supported JLOTS operations by mapping pier locations, planning modular causeway placement, and marking beach discharge areas.
- Provided drafting, design, and materials testing support for tactical support camps, temporary roads, and fuel distribution systems in littoral and expeditionary settings.
- Performed construction quality control checks to verify field installations and temporary structures met engineering specifications and safety standards.
- Supported Navy engineering teams with drafting and sketch preparation.
Engineering Aide
US Navy - International Projects
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Surveyed sites, drafted blueprints, and supported scope development before construction started at each deployment stop to align engineering work with host-nation requirements.
- Collaborated with international partners to construct classrooms and upgrade school buildings in Viet Nam, including a new two-classroom building at Tanquigan Primary School and repairs to water containers and fence removal at Mongniol Primary School in Papua New Guinea.
- Supported repairs to community facilities, restoring public spaces and enhancing water and sanitation systems to strengthen disaster resilience and community health in Malaysia, Fiji, and Tonga.
- Engaged in subject matter expert exchanges with host-nation universities and engineering professionals through joint symposiums on climate adaptation and building resilience.
Education
Navy Recruiter
Navy Recruiting Orientation
Pensacola, FL07-2024
Engineering Aide
Naval Construction Training Center Detachment
Fort Leonard Wood, MO06-2021
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05-2020
Skills
- Site surveying
- AutoCAD drafting
- Blueprint reading
- Construction layout
- Site development
- Material testing
- Quality assurance
Languages
English
Professional
Vietnamese
Professional
Accomplishments
- The Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2024),(2025)
- The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2025)
- The Navy Letter of Commendation (2021),(2023),(2025)
- President's Honor List, CSULB (June 2019)
- Recruiter of the Month ( March to August 2025)
Affiliations
- Engage with the public, showcase engineering capabilities, and support civic activities in Los Angeles Fleet Week (2025)(2026)
- Regularly partnered with STEP organization to coordinate resource, food, and essential household item distributions to help active-duty military, veterans, and local families (2021-2024)
Timeline
Navy Recruiter
US Navy
07.2024 - Current
Engineering Aide
US Navy - International Projects
06.2023 - 02.2024
Engineering Aide
US Navy
07.2021 - 05.2024
Navy Recruiter
Navy Recruiting Orientation
Engineering Aide
Naval Construction Training Center Detachment
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
California State University, Long Beach