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Gustavo Flores Guerra

Honolulu

Summary

Dedicated and highly adaptable U.S. Coast Guard professional with extensive experience in maritime operations, search and rescue, law enforcement, aids to navigation, and leadership. Skilled in personnel management, vessel operations, training, and operational readiness. Currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity with a strong background in safety, navigation systems, and technical operations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Boatswain’s Mate

United States Coast Guard
01.2015 - Current

USCG Station Marathon – Florida

  • Conducted search and rescue missions and maritime law enforcement operations.
  • Supported migrant interdiction and drug enforcement efforts in high-tempo operational environments.

USCGC Mackinaw

  • Participated in ice-breaking operations across the Great Lakes region.
  • Supported search and rescue missions, law enforcement activities, and aids to navigation operations.

MWR Boathouse – Base Kodiak

  • Maintained and serviced 26’ Pacifica vessels to ensure operational readiness.
  • Assisted with boat recovery operations and small boat driving instruction and training.

Aids to Navigation Team San Francisco

  • Serviced aids to navigation from Point Reyes to Bodega Bay and inland waterways to Lake Tahoe, ensuring safe maritime navigation throughout Central California.
  • Served as Deck Petty Officer responsible for maintenance and readiness of rescue, survival, and rigging equipment.
  • Acted as Operations Petty Officer, contributing to 98% aid availability and overseeing upgrades of more than 100 high-efficiency LED navigation systems.

Aids to Navigation Team Honolulu

  • Serving as Executive Petty Officer responsible for personnel management, training coordination, and budget oversight.
  • Led operational planning and workforce development to maintain mission readiness and team performance.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Cybersecurity

American Military University
05.2026

Skills

  • Maritime Operations & Navigation
  • Search & Rescue Operations
  • Law Enforcement & Interdiction
  • Leadership & Personnel Management
  • Vessel Maintenance & Engineering
  • Training & Operational Readiness
  • Navigation Systems & ATON Operations
  • Cybersecurity Fundamentals
  • Safety Compliance & Risk Management
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

  • Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) — OUPV
  • 100 Ton Inland Near Coastal License
  • Competent Person – Tower Climber & Rescue
  • TANB ATON Coxswain / Buoy Deck Supervisor
  • CBL-ATON Coxswain / Engineer
  • 45 RBM Crewman & Engineer
  • SPCLE Crewman
  • Boarding Team Member
  • Buoy Deck Rigger
  • Boat Deck Captain
  • Quartermaster of the Watch
  • ATON Basic, Advanced & Rescue Climber
  • Level One Steel Mace Coach
  • Onnit Basic Certification
  • Functional Kettlebell Trainer
  • Level One Animal Flow Certification

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Boatswain’s Mate

United States Coast Guard
01.2015 - Current

Bachelor’s Degree - Cybersecurity

American Military University