Jonathan Hunter
Merritt Island,USA
Summary
Senior Chief Petty Officer with 20+ years of dedicated expertise as an Information Systems Technician specializing in submarines. Proven track record in COMSEC management and leadership development, complemented by hands-on experience as a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) pilot. Adept at cultivating high-performance teams and achieving mission success in high-stakes environments. Possesses a strong technical background, exceptional communication, and problem-solving abilities, consistently ensuring operational excellence and driving strategic innovation.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Communications Officer/COMSEC Manager
Naval Ordnance Test Unit
03.2020 - Current
- Trained and led an 8-member team to ensure ship safety during 6 complex exercises, achieving 100% operational readiness
- Conducted 5 leadership development workshops for 108 team members, boosting leadership skills and enhancing collaboration
- Provided mentorship and training, becoming a go-to resource for professional guidance among colleagues and management
- Managed a sensitive materials account with strict compliance oversight, earning an exemplary audit rating for operational excellence
Communications Supervisor/COMSEC Manager
USS Kentucky (SSBN-737)
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Led the team through a new system certification period, achieving first-time quality with no delays and receiving above-average evaluations from management
- Proactively addressed staffing shortages by recruiting three additional team members, enabling timely project initiation and operational readiness
- Established a comprehensive training program that ensured team members surpassed qualification milestones, resulting in five promotions, including one exceptional advancement
- Managed two teams of 12 personnel, successfully completing critical certification processes and preparing for timely deployment ahead of schedule
- Guided an under-resourced team through over 2,500 hours of maintenance during a refit, utilizing real-time problem-solving to train junior staff, earning recognition for outstanding performance in system repairs
Security Manager/Asst. COMSEC Manager
USS ALABAMA (SSBN-731)
02.2016 - 10.2017
- Oversaw the safety, security, and quality of life for a team of eight personnel, fostering a positive working environment
- Utilized technical expertise to troubleshoot and repair essential communication equipment, enhancing mission readiness and operational efficiency
- Managed cryptographic material with 100% accountability as the Electronic Key Management System Administrator
- Coordinated and managed security clearances and access for a crew of over 170 personnel, ensuring compliance with all security protocols
Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) Pilot
Undersea Research and Development
06.2011 - 02.2016
- Managed a rigorous training program totaling over 7,500 hours, successfully qualifying nine operators for advanced remote vehicle operations
- Provided expert instruction and mentorship to nine skilled technicians while overseeing maintenance and repairs on vehicles valued at $1.7 million, totaling 3,700 hours of labor
- Ensured ongoing compliance with operational readiness requirements, facilitating successful completion of certification and subsequent trials
- Coordinated training across four organizations in two locations, delivering 3,408 hours of essential training for nine technicians in remote vehicle operations
- Organized 13 specialized training sessions as a school coordinator, resulting in 415 hours of instruction for 48 technicians
- Selected to lead a five-member team in urgent, continuous repairs for two sophisticated remote vehicles, completing 9,393 hours of maintenance for critical missions
- Maintained $5 million in repair parts with 100% inventory accuracy, managing 200 work orders and issuing $1.32 million in components to maximize operational readiness
- Contributed to two of the most successful missions in the history of the organization through expert piloting and in-depth technical knowledge
Electronics Technician/Security Manager
USS OHIO (SSGN-726)
06.2006 - 05.2011
- Trained and onboarded new team members, ensuring effective communication and operational success during critical project execution phases
- Successfully executed the removal of three large structures and installation of a vital component during an essential maintenance period, contributing to seamless operations
- Led the communications team to maintain operational readiness under pressure during two high-stakes missions, resulting in an evaluation score exceeding standards
- Managed detailed oversight of sensitive information systems, achieving zero errors in the tracking of over 500 items and more than 40 pieces of controlled equipment
- Streamlined security clearance processes for over 160 personnel, enabling the team to fulfill all assigned roles and responsibilities effectively
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD03-2027
Skills
- Technical expertise
- Leadership development
- Strategic planning
- Problem-solving
- Training and mentoring
- Analytical and critical thinking
Certification
- Command Navy Leader Development Facilitator, US Navy, 11/01/23
- Sub-Force Quality Assurance Instructor, US Navy, 08/01/17
- Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) Operating Account Manager, US Navy, 12/01/16
- Naval Security Manager, US Navy, 09/01/16
- Common Submarine Radio Room (CSRR) Maintenance Technician, US Navy, 02/01/16
- Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) Manager, US Navy, 12/01/15
- Quality Assurance Fleet Maintenance Activity (FMA) Planner, US Navy, 09/01/13
- Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (UUV) Operator, US Navy, 12/01/12
- Quality Assurance Craftsman, US Navy, 09/01/12
- AN/BLQ-10 Electronics Surveillances Measure (ESM) Maintenance, US Navy, 06/01/07
- Fiber Optics Maintenance Technician, US Navy, 04/01/07
Timeline
Communications Officer/COMSEC Manager
Naval Ordnance Test Unit
03.2020 - Current
Communications Supervisor/COMSEC Manager
USS Kentucky (SSBN-737)
10.2017 - 03.2020
Security Manager/Asst. COMSEC Manager
USS ALABAMA (SSBN-731)
02.2016 - 10.2017
Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) Pilot
Undersea Research and Development
06.2011 - 02.2016
Electronics Technician/Security Manager
USS OHIO (SSGN-726)
06.2006 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Maryland Global Campus
Volunteer Work
As a personal pursuit, I engage in graphic design and the creation of digital art. My designs have been utilized in the development of products intended for fundraising efforts.
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