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Eric Joseph Matherne

3423 Kilauea Ave, Honolulu,HI

Summary

Highly trained and mission-focused University of Hawai'i Kinesiology Summer 2025 graduate, Search and Rescue Swimmer, and Combat System's Officer of the Watch with proven expertise in team leadership, creative problem-solving, and standard operating procedures. Excels in hazardous and high-stakes environments, driving team performance and enhancing workplace efficiency by demonstrating exceptional composure, interpersonal skills, accountability, and adaptability.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

AEGIS Fire Controlman

United States Navy
07.2015 - 07.2021
  • Set performance expectations for a team of seven combat systems technicians throughout three combat deployments, monitoring progress, providing constructive feedback, and reporting discrepancies to the chain of command.
  • Supervised comprehensive corrective maintenance to three Mk 99 Fire Control System's and prevented equipment malfunctions by a recommending upgrades to the chain of command.
  • Completed complex system repairs quickly and efficiently by collaborating and trusting the input of peers and utilizing strong diagnostic skills.

Surface Search and Rescue Swimmer

United States Navy
12.2018 - 07.2021
  • Participated in joint-operation and coalition forces USN/USCG maritime-law enforcement missions, demonstrating composure under duress, and contributed to the seizure of US bound illegal narcotics.
  • Supported fellow rescue team members during hazardous situations by providing clear and direct communication, valuable feedback, and creative problem solving.
  • Demonstrated small arms proficiency by obtaining expert qualifications on a diverse range of firearms including the Beretta M9, M4 carbine, Remington 870, and M240B.

Combat Systems Officer of the Watch

United States Navy
08.2018 - 07.2021
  • Acted as liaison between combat systems technicians and the Combat Systems Coordinator, facilitating prompt casualty responses while maintaining maximum tactical and material condition awareness during combat situations.
  • Coordinated response efforts during major systems casualties, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated efficiently while receiving and disseminating cross departmental technical information during high stress environments.
  • Coordinated preventative and corrective maintenance schedules, verifying equipment and electrical safety protocols were being strictly adhered to.

Ballistic Missile Defense Trainer

Tactical Training Group, Pacific
08.2020 - 07.2021
  • Evaluated the USN's BMD capable platforms by assessing training scenarios, gathering feedback, and debriefing the participants on their platform's performance.
  • Provided one-on-one mentoring to junior sailors, supporting and maintaining the full potential of the AM/SPY-1 and Mk 99 FCS radar systems.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology & Rehabilitation Science

University of Hawaiʻi At Mānoa
Honolulu, HI
07.2025

Mk 99 Fire Control System

AEGIS Training & Readiness Center
Dhalgren, VA
08.2017

Advanced Water Survival & SAR Tactics

Surface Search & Rescue Swimmer School
Jacksonville, FL
12.2018

Skills

  • Operational Risk Management
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Public Speaking and Presentation
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Attention to Detail

Interests

  • Exploring various past-times, such as drumming, video editing, digital entertainment, and visiting the movie theater
  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
  • Embracing demanding physical activities such as half-marathons, weightlifting, and swimming

Timeline

Ballistic Missile Defense Trainer

Tactical Training Group, Pacific
08.2020 - 07.2021

Surface Search and Rescue Swimmer

United States Navy
12.2018 - 07.2021

Combat Systems Officer of the Watch

United States Navy
08.2018 - 07.2021

AEGIS Fire Controlman

United States Navy
07.2015 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology & Rehabilitation Science

University of Hawaiʻi At Mānoa

Mk 99 Fire Control System

AEGIS Training & Readiness Center

Advanced Water Survival & SAR Tactics

Surface Search & Rescue Swimmer School
Eric Joseph Matherne