Jacob Davis
Atlantic Beach,FL
Summary
Ambitious veteran with 7+ years of experience in operating, maintaining, and repairing SONAR systems. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues and perform system upgrades to improve performance. Strengths include solid understanding of acoustic theory, technical problem solving capabilities, and strong communication skills for effective team collaboration. As Ammo Administrator onboard USS MASON DDG87, I oversaw the receipt, inspection, stowage, and inventory of various types of ordinance, including but not limited to missiles, torpedoes, various small-arms munitions, and pyrotechnics.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sonar Technician
US Navy
USS MASON DDG87, Naval Station Mayport, FL
06.2017 - Current
- Maintained sonar systems, troubleshot and repaired equipment to ensure optimum performance.
- Monitored acoustic data for anomalies and reported findings to supervisors in a timely manner.
- Analyzed collected data to determine changes in oceanographic conditions or other phenomena of interest.
- Provided technical support to team members regarding sonar operation and maintenance issues.
- Verified accuracy of sonar readings through comparison with other instruments onboard vessels.
- Performed quality control checks on all equipment prior to use in order to ensure proper functioning.
- Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies observed during operation of the system to supervisors immediately.
- Utilized advanced computer applications for analysis of acoustic data from multiple sources.
- Deployed buoys equipped with hydrophones for long-term monitoring projects.
- Reviewed operational logs regularly to identify areas needing improvement or repair.
- Recorded detailed notes about each mission's progress, including any abnormal events or unusual readings.
- Managed sonar operations on vessels, ensuring accurate navigation and avoiding hazards.
- Installed, configured, tested, maintained, repaired and troubleshot electronic components, systems and equipment.
- Identified and diagnosed malfunctioning electronic components, systems, and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance on electronics systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Read schematics and technical diagrams to determine the best course of action for repairs or modifications.
- Utilized Combat Systems Operation Sequencing System (CSOSS) to perform and coordinate maintenance, troubleshooting, and casualty response procedures.
Skills
- Data Interpretation
- System Troubleshooting
- Electrical Systems
- Range finding
- Hardware Configuration
- Technical reporting
- Environmental analysis
- Threat detection
- Operational planning
- Military experience
- Ordnance inventory
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Oceanographic analysis
- Data Collection
- Target Motion Analysis (TMA)
- Fault isolation
- Quality Assurance
Certification
Apprentice Technical Training Course
TSC Great Lakes, IL
October 2017 - Duration 60 days
- Overview of electronics including safety precautions and procedures.
SONAR Technician Surface 'A' School
STU FLEASWTRACEN Point Loma, CA
January 2018 - Duration 60 days
- In depth overview of acoustic analysis, oceanography, and bathymetry.
AN/SQQ-89A(V)15 Operator 'C' School
STU FLEASWTRACEN Point Loma, CA
August 2018 - Duration 60 days
- Operation and employment of the various Functional Segments and sensors used in within the SQQ-89A(V)15 SONAR Suite.
AN/SQQ-89A(V) 15 Undersea Warfare Fire Control Operator Course
STU FLEASWTRACEN Point Loma, CA
February 2022 - Duration 30 days
- Advanced Target Motion Analysis (TMA) operations. Surface Vessel Torpedo Tube and Vertical Launching System firing procedures.
Situational Awareness Workstation Operator Course
STU FLEASWTRACEN Point Loma, CA
January 2023 - Duration 30 days
- Contact management, system employment, and acoustic operator control during Anti-Submarine Warfare operations.
Shipboard Gage Calibration Course
Surface Warfare School Command Norfolk, VA
February 2021 - Duration 5 days
- Procedures and practices for calibrating analog and digital pressure gages and tools while afloat.
Ammunition Sentencing Training
Naval Supply Global Logistics Support Norfolk, VA
February 2021 - Duration 5 Days
- Quality Assurance procedures and practices for the receipt, inspection, handling, and issue of various ordinance.
Department of Labor Electronics Technician Apprenticeship
United Services Military Apprenticeship Program
July 2024 - Duration 365 days
- Lay out, build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electronic components, parts, equipment, and systems, such as computer equipment, missile control instrumentation, electron tubes, test equipment, and machine tool numerical controls, applying principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics, electronic and electrical testing.
Safety Programs Afloat (SPA) Course
Naval Safety and Environmental Training Center
November 2021 - Duration 5 days
- Overview of Naval Occupational Safety and Health procedures and practices to employ withing the workplace.
Military Service and Education
United States Navy
USS MASON DDG87, Naval Station Mayport, FL
September 2017-November 2024 (Rank E6)
- 5 x Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
- Combat Action Ribbon
- 2 x Good Conduct Medal
- Navy Unit Citation
- Meritorious Unit Citation
- 2 x Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
A. Crawford Mosley High School
Lynn Haven, FL
August 2011-June 2015
References
1. LT Nicholas Clayton (professional) Phone: (724) 624-6213
2. Master Chief Petty Officer Michael Dellaposta (professional) Phone: (508) 566-5324
3. Dylan Mock (personal) Phone: (850) 851-7662
Timeline
Sonar Technician
US Navy
06.2017 - Current