Jake Ridley
Oklahoma City
Summary
Electrical Engineering student and U.S. Navy veteran with hands-on experience in circuit analysis, embedded systems, and electronic testing. Seeking an Electrical Engineering internship to apply hardware, simulation, and problem-solving skills in real-world engineering environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Command Fitness Specialist
US Navy
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Designed and implemented ship-wide fitness program supporting operational readiness of 300+ personnel
- Evaluated and tracked physical performance data for Navy Physical Readiness Test compliance
- Delivered group and individual training improving crew performance and readiness
Navy Command Pass Coordinator
US Navy
Philadelphia, PA
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Managed personnel documentation and administrative processes for command-level operations
- Ensured accuracy and compliance with Navy policies across service records and requests
- Served as primary administrative liaison for sailors and leadership
Crash and Salvage Rescue Firefighter
US Navy
Bremerton, WA
10.2014 - 09.2019
- As a Crash and Salvage Rescue Firefighter aboard the USS Nimitz, I held key responsibilities as a Damage Control Petty Officer, P-25 Firetruck Operator, and Training Petty Officer.
- I led damage control efforts, operated and maintained the P-25 fire truck, and led training programs for the crew members.
- Notably, I mentored 25 sailors in advanced firefighting and salvage procedures, successfully qualifying 16 new flight deck operators.
- In addition to my firefighting duties on the USS Nimitz, I was also responsible for overseeing the tool calibration program, ensuring all tools were properly maintained and calibrated to specific specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05.2027
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Pennsylvania State University
Abington, PA05.2022
Skills
- Circuit analysis & design
- Analog electronics (BJT/MOSFET)
- Multisim/SPICE simulation
- Oscilloscope & signal generator measurement
- MATLAB; C/C (embedded)
- Microcontrollers (Mbed/LPC1768);
- Breadboarding & soldering
- Electronic troubleshooting & testing
Certification
- Yellow Belt (Lean Six Sigma), iassc.org/six-sigma-certification/yellow..., 11/01/18
- Fundamental leadership certification, 10/01/17
- Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist (US Navy), 02/01/21
- Basic Life Support (American Red Cross), 02/01/21
Timeline
Command Fitness Specialist
US Navy
08.2019 - 08.2022
Navy Command Pass Coordinator
US Navy
08.2019 - 08.2022
Crash and Salvage Rescue Firefighter
US Navy
10.2014 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Pennsylvania State University