James Riley
Middleburg,Florida
Summary
Solutions-oriented and highly effective technical manager, armed with expansive working knowledge of Combat Systems, C5I Systems, and full-ship systems integration. Expert at establishing and cultivating professional working relationships with top-performing executives and individuals of diverse backgrounds. Capable of filling the position of a senior technical authority and advisor on combat systems for the readiness and modernization of DDG-class warships. Ready to lead and assist multiple stakeholders in collaboration with NAVSEA, TYCOM, ISEA, and ships' Commanding Officers to deliver timely, mission-critical readiness.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Educator
Lake Asbury Junior High/ Clay County District Schools
, Florida
08.2023 - Current
- Educate students on scientific principles, methods, and subjects such as biology, physical/physics science, and chemistry using engaging hands-on experiments, and assessments.
- Provide classroom management, structure, and safety in a productive environment that supports the individualized education plans of students that require specialized instruction.
- During my three years of teaching, my students have shown the average growth of 15% from Baseline Assessment to the End-of-Course Assessment, which has outpaced the district average by six percent.
- As an extra duty, I will be Lake Asbury’s boys track coach for 2025/26 school year.
Assistant Officer in Charge and Combat Systems/ Operations Department Head
NAVSEA FIT
Norfolk, VA
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Led and coordinated a training command of 35 personnel in shifting to maintenance and production assistance to clear a backlog of 540 work actions to expedite getting an Extended Selected Restricted Availability on schedule.
- Instrumental in liaising with Executive Officers, department heads, and ships force on seven ships during Extended Selected Restricted Availability (ESRA) to provide 9,356 hours of focused training in six functional areas required to complete ESRA.
- Oversaw 15 teams of technical experts performing 700 hours of administrative oversight and safety inspections; they were able to provide valuable training and timely corrective actions to ensure 100% safe operations.
- Oversaw the creation and approval of more than 35 lesson plans that provided in-depth training covering damage control equipment, fire main line-up, tag-out procedures, and Anti-Terrorism Force Protection measures.
- Lead an onboard training team to evaluate and assist the USS Cowpens Combat System Maintenance Manager to ensure departmental success in Combat System Light Off and readiness.
- Performance Appraisal: Ranked #1 of 2 Chief Warrant Officer 3 in the organization.
Radar and Navigation Systems Officer
USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)
Yokosuka, Japan
02.2017 - 06.2019
- Supervise, manage, and provide mentorship to 25 personnel in the operation and maintenance of all shipboard navigation systems, surface search radars, and air search radars in demanding Forward Deployed Naval Forces.
- 8C1 SRA Assistant Zone Manager, managed the scheduling and execution of over 900 CU Phase Combat Systems maintenance and modernization of work packages, and post-availability testing.
- 8C2 SRA Senior Combat System Zone Manager, managed two subordinate functional area managers in the completion of 940 CU Phase work packages, leading to successful completion of SRA.
- As Division Officer I led the correction of 32 CASREPS, more than 815 trouble call corrections, and over 3500 hours of maintenance with 100% readiness for patrol.
- Supervised the installation of AN/SPN-43 and AN/SPS-73 radar antennas, an additional 10 radar system install and upgrades, leading to successful Navigation, TACAN, and Precision Approach and Landing System (PALS) Certification.
- Developed, gathered, and utilized materials needed for the installation of a commercial radar for Military Deception (MILDEC) operations in the South Pacific Ocean.
- Revamped and improved the Test Equipment (TE) Program with 100% availability of calibrated equipment for troubleshooting and maintenance, thus yielding zero lost maintenance checks in Combat Systems.
- Manages Aircraft Carrier Casualty Reporting (CASREP) program achieving an unprecedented assessment above 97 percent for two years. Track ship-wide Fleet Technical Assistance, Depot Maintenance, Ship’s Force repairs, and Priority 2 parts (TA 1, 3 and 4).
- As an Anti-Terrorism Watch Officer, I supervised 168 Anti-Terrorism/ Force Protection personnel responsible for in-port security and protection while USS Ronald Regan was forward-deployed.
- Performance Appraisal-Ranked #1 of 8 in the competitive category of Surface Warrant Officers in the organization.
Departmental Leading Chief Petty Officer
USS Roosevelt (DDG 80)
Mayport, FL
09.2013 - 12.2016
- Led and managed an extremely short-fused commercial radar installation one week prior to a nine-month deployment for MILDEC operation within the 5TH Fleet AOR. Responsible for ensuring the procurement resources, and securing contracts, verifying quality assurance, and procedural compliance according to COMNAVSURFLANT directives.
- Flawlessly executed and managed safety procedures for electrical safety, tag-out, radiation, explosive ordinance handling, diving operations, and working aloft with zero mishaps.
- Reinforced the correct procedures for Combat System Operational Sequencing System (CSOSS), including departmental cross-training, revamped drill guides, technical and casualty props, used in Fleet Synthetic Training and Type Commander Certifications.
- Filled the role of gapped Electronics Material Officer, and Departmental Leading Petty Officer tasked with skillfully leading 52 personnel in the corrections of 75 equipment casualties, this effort resulted in passing all Selected Restricted Availability (SRA) requirements needed to transition to Basic Phase assessment and Board of Inspection and Survey demonstration with success and 100% mission ready for deployment.
- Expertly managed a Micro and Miniature Repair (2M) shop that was responsible for saving the U.S. Navy $495,000 in repair cost, avoiding 38 CASREPS, and vastly limiting equipment downtime and increased availability.
- Performed over 324 maintenance quality assurance checks, safety inspections, troubleshooting training, and leadership development, increasing maintenance proficiency by more than 75%.
- Performance Appraisal - Ranked #2 of 18 Chief Petty Officers in the organization, resulting in commissioning to Chief Warrant Officer.
Leading Petty Officer
Center for Surface Combat Systems Unit
Great Lakes, IL
10.2010 - 08.2013
- As Assistant Course Supervisor, spearheaded changes to two Course Master Schedules by reallocating module training times which allowed for improved resource efficiency and training effectiveness for two ratings.
- During an accreditation review by American Council on Education, the Electronics A-School received an increase of eight college credits hours, thus making it easier to obtain a college degree.
- Led 40 military and 11 civilian instructors in the training and development of 1,415 accession-level trainees to an unprecedent 94.03% GPA, an overall increase of 2.86% and zero trainee attrition.
- While serving as Lead Instructor, I was instrumental in qualifying 12 Basic Instructors, eight laboratory instructor and five Navy Master Training Specialist which led to six paygrade advancements.
- Performance Appraisal: Ranked #3 of 61 in competitive category in 2012 and #1 of 6 Chief Petty Officer Selects in 2013.
Education
Master of Education - Higher Education: Educational Leadership
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Workforce Education & Development
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL07-2021
Skills
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Resources and Material Management
- Large-Scale Project Management
- Personnel Supervision and Mentorship
- Systems Validations Certification
- Strategic Planning Implementation
- Executive Communication Skills
- Rapid Conflict Resolution
- Regulatory Compliance and Standards
- Cross-functional Leadership
- Team Building
- Quality Assurance
- Team Leadership
- Performance Optimization
Availability
Available for employment in January 2026.
Professional Development
- Surface Warfare Officer Qualification
- Anti-Terrorism Watch Officer
- Air-Defense Weapons Coordinator Qualification
- AEGIS Combat Systems Coordinator
- Combat System Officer of the Watch
Timeline
Science Educator
Lake Asbury Junior High/ Clay County District Schools
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Officer in Charge and Combat Systems/ Operations Department Head
NAVSEA FIT
06.2019 - 07.2021
Radar and Navigation Systems Officer
USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)
02.2017 - 06.2019
Departmental Leading Chief Petty Officer
USS Roosevelt (DDG 80)
09.2013 - 12.2016
Leading Petty Officer
Center for Surface Combat Systems Unit
10.2010 - 08.2013
Master of Education - Higher Education: Educational Leadership
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Workforce Education & Development
Southern Illinois University Carbondale