Harrison Gonzalez
750 Franklin Road Mars,PA
Summary
Results-driven, with extensive experience in supporting joint-force interoperability. Skilled in problem-solving, effective communication, and training development, contributing to enhanced situational awareness and mission success during high-tempo operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Specialist Second Class
United States Navy, USN
Yokosuka, Japan
07.2022 - Current
- Operated, configured, and maintained shipboard Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I), AEGIS, Tactical Datalink systems (Link-16, Global Command and Control System-Maritime, Cooperative Engagement Capability), supporting joint-force interoperability, and real-time situational awareness.
- Managed secure voice and data networks (HF, UHF, VHF, SATCOM), ensuring uninterrupted command communications during Amphibious, Surface, Anti-Submarine, and Anti-Air Warfare operations.
- Supported coordination between Marine Expeditionary Units (MEU), Amphibious Readiness Groups, Carrier Strike Groups (CSG), and shipboard command elements through precise communications planning and execution.
- Analyzed radar and sensor data to identify, track, and classify over 1,000 air, surface, and subsurface contacts annually, delivering actionable intelligence to the Commanding Officer and Tactical Actions Officer.
- Trained and led sailors and officers in Combat Information Center operations, tactical communications procedures, and electronic navigation.
- Conducted daily preventative maintenance and system readiness checks on critical combat systems, ensuring mission readiness.
- Oversaw multi-disciplinary teams during high-tempo maritime operations as a Combat Information Watch Supervisor (CICWS).
Naval Aircrewman
United States Navy, USN
Coronado, California
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Operated as an enlisted Naval Aircrewman, specializing in multi-mission helicopter operations in support of amphibious readiness groups, carrier strike groups, and expeditionary forces.
- Provided real-time airborne communications relay between ship, aircraft, and ground elements during amphibious assault and maritime security operations.
- Assisted in the coordination of airspace, aircraft routing, and sensor employment for over-water and over-land search and rescue (SAR), troop transport, logistics, and close air support missions.
- Conducted mission planning, aircraft system checks, and communication equipment configuration for daily flight operations and joint exercises.
- Performed acoustic and non-acoustic sensor monitoring and navigation duties to enhance situational awareness during over-water, over-land, and littoral operations.
- Conducted pre-flight inspections to verify equipment readiness and safety compliance.
- Contributed to maintenance documentation, quality assurance processes, and communication equipment troubleshooting to ensure mission readiness and safety compliance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pine-Richland High School
Gibsonia, PA06-2020
Skills
- C4I systems
- Tactical datalink
- Secure communications
- Sensor analysis
- Systems maintenance
- Joint operations coordination
- Combat readiness
- Mission planning
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Training development
- Situational awareness
- Critical thinking
- Operational efficiency
- Task prioritization
- Situation Analysis
- Risk management
- Relationship building
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multitasking
- Data interpretation
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal communication
Accomplishments
Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist - ESWS
Clearance Level
- Top Secret/SCI
Awards
- Eagle Scout - Boy Scouts of America
- Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist
- Naval Aviation Warfare Specialist
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
- Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- GWOT Expeditionary Medal
- Navy Good Conduct Award
Timeline
Operations Specialist Second Class
United States Navy, USN
07.2022 - Current
Naval Aircrewman
United States Navy, USN
09.2020 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Pine-Richland High School