Isaiah Knighten

Fire Support Specialist

US Army

11.2011 - Current

Coordinated with other military units and agencies to support operations and align with mission.
Conducted risk assessments for artillery and missile operations to avoid harm to personnel and equipment.
Efficiently oriented and fired weaponry to smoothly eliminate enemy positions, vessels, and personnel.
Maintained a high degree of situational awareness, enabling rapid adaptation to changing battlefield conditions.
Developed comprehensive training programs to increase unit readiness and proficiency in fire support operations.
Maintained and operated radio and wire communications and encoded and decoded messages using CEOI and grid thrust line templates.
Managed sensitive information with discretion, ensuring that classified data was properly protected and disseminated only to authorized personnel.
Assisted with real-time intelligence collection by conducting field reconnaissance operations.
Supported infantry and tank units with howitzer cannons during combat and played crucial roles in battlefield success.
Streamlined target acquisition processes for improved artillery accuracy and effectiveness.
Managed fire support, operations and target acquisition activities for field artillery battalions and [Area of expertise] units.
Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration, teamwork, and continuous improvement among team members.
Coordinated with adjacent units to ensure seamless integration of multiple fire support assets during joint operations.
Advised fire support sergeants of fire planning and coordination techniques and drafted fire support plans for tactical operations.
Determined elevation and grid azimuths with maps and map overlays.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.