John Chaney
KING GEORGE,VA
Summary
Motivated, Subject Matter Expert Radar Technician seeking to obtain position of Radio Frequency Engineer, or Aegis SPY-1 Instructor to apply knowledgeable skills in data analysis, maintenance, and troubleshooting; also, to provide future clients with premiere hands on system training on Digital/Analog Signal Processing, Transmitter, Antenna, and Auxiliary Equipment; ensuring full system operability and capable mission readiness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Aegis Fire Controlmen
United States Navy, USN
12.2014 - Current
- Improved communication among team members by conducting comprehensive training sessions on radio protocols.
- Developed customized training programs to address identified skill gaps within the team, enhancing overall capabilities.
- Collaborated effectively with other departments to coordinate responses during multi-disciplinary emergencies.
- Championed a culture of safety awareness throughout the organization by sharing valuable insights from past experiences and lessons learned during incidents or drills.
- Promoted teamwork among crew members through effective delegation and clear communication in high-pressure environments.
- Reduced equipment malfunctions through regular inspections and maintenance of fire control systems.
- Maintained accurate inventory records for essential tools and equipment, ensuring optimal preparedness at all times.
- Operated and maintained key combat equipment.
- A technician and operator performing numerous grooms on both transmitter and signal processor group, along with experience and a vast knowledge on supporting auxiliary equipment.
- Work Center Supervisor for AN/SPY-1A work center, overseeing daily operations, training of junior technicians, grooming of divisional programs, as well as command level programs.
- Responsible for providing expert training in manual fault isolation and troubleshooting, preventative and corrective maintenance, and ensuring full qualification of newly reported technicians.
- Successfully maintained the SPY-1A Radar during a record breaking 234 day deployment in the 5th fleet area of operations, allowing no system casualty to bring the Radar down longer than 24 hours and without the assistance of onboard technical subject matter experts.
- Performed as Senior Lead Technician on both transmitter and signal processor equipment; repairing and recovering SPY-1A radar from countless casualties and limiting faults.
- Qualified Combat Systems Officer of the Watch, ensuring that all combat systems and weapon maintenance was conducted IAW approved maintenance plans.
- Maintained the high standard Tag-out and lock-out program, as well as managing the causality control of all combat systems and weapon systems casualties.
- Maintained a SPY-1A BL8 Radar at peak operational performance in 5th and 7th Fleet Operating Area on the ship with the HIGHEST operational tempo even during a world pandemic.
- Corrective and preventative maintenance expert for overall transmitter, signal processor, and auxiliary systems.
- Responsible for procurement and installation of repair parts for SPY-1A system and all supporting elements using FEDLOG, Haystack, and the ONETOUCH programs.
- A seasoned Radar Systems Controller who performed 6 patrols in the extremely challenging South China Sea and East China Sea area of operation to include 6 Twain Straights transits, one taxing 5th Fleet deployment during Covid, and 3 live fire with a purpose missile exercises.
Cashier
Wilco
02.2014 - 12.2014
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
Head Cook
Fulenwider Enterprises
04.2010 - 12.2014
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
- Conducted inventory management to minimize waste, ensuring optimal stock levels were maintained for all kitchen essentials.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication and high level of customer service during meal service.
- Managed kitchen staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols for a safe working environment.
Education
NEC: V16A
09.2022
NEC: V09A
09.2016
Earned 91 college credit hours during time served in the United States Navy.
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
- Did Not Finish
- Obtained 29 Credit hours during time at Western Piedmont Community College.
High School Diploma -
06.2012
Skills
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Computer Literacy
- Missile Guidance Systems
- Operational risk management
- Combat Systems Integration
- Ballistic Missile Defense
- Surface Warfare Operations
- Advanced Radar Systems
- Radar Maintenance
- Fire Control Systems
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Skillful at working on SPY-1 Radar System, and all support elements to include CSOSS, Technical Manuals, and ORTS
- Expert in attention to detail in installation, removal, and upkeep of SPY-1 equipment
- Knowledge of electronics, RF principles and calculations, digital and analog principles, and ability to troubleshoot these areas
- Able to clearly and effectively communicate to coworkers and supervisors alike
- Excellent time management, understanding critical deadlines, both administrative and hands on situations
- Expert at utilizing test equipment correctly, ensuring that measurements made for testing purposes are true and accurate
- Able to perform complex equipment tag outs for electrical and water systems, seawater, and ECW alike
- Possess technical writing skills to generate weekly status reports to Program Management
- Great at working both independently or within a team to accomplish mission goals
- Able to swiftly and confidently use judgment to analyze, evaluate, and asses situations, and take immediate action keeping risk management and safety at the forefront
- Experience working at over-seas establishments, to include working closely with foreign nationals
- Effectively adapt to dynamic work environments and locations
Certification
- Active Secret Clearance
- Certified Combat Systems Officer of the Watch, United States Navy
- Certified Authorizing Officer for the Tag-out/Lock-out program, United States Navy
- Certified AEGIS Instructor, SCSTC ATRC N7
- Certified Electronics Technician, USMAPS Program
- Certified Master Training Specialist, SCSTC ATRC N7
Work Availability
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sunday
morning
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evening
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