Jordan Hughes
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Sonar Technician experienced in surface and underwater sonar systems and fire control systems over a 5-year career in U.S. Navy. Teamed with crews to conduct undersea surveillance, navigation and target location. Coordinated equipment maintenance, upgrade and replacement.
Engineering Technician specializing in quality control sector. Analytical thinker skilled collecting data and executing product testing procedures with precision and ease. Capable professional offering 5 years of expertise. Known for collaborating effectively with people from different cultures and backgrounds and working hard in rigorous environments. Well-versed in navigation, equipment maintenance and transmission monitoring. Detail-oriented Sonar Technician performs with great efficiency in high-pressure situations.
Executes routine maintenance and repair work on submarines. Offering 5 years of military experience combined with superior work ethic and commitment to achieving team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sonar Technician
U.S. Navy Active Duty
09.2018 - Current
- Conducted passive and active sonar searches for suspected targets.
- Repaired AC/DC circuits, digital and fiber optic circuits, power supplies.
- Analyzed multiple data inputs across active and passive acoustic, Expendable Bathythermograph (XBT) and tactical oceanographic.
- Updated documentation such as technical manuals and equipment maintenance records.
- Figured range predictions for targets and real time propagation changes.
- Generated acoustic data media recordings and prepared media for shipment.
- Operated Combat Systems Operational Sequencing System (CSOSS) throughout casualty responses/operations and normal operations.
- Adjusted equipment and system filters to mitigate biological and environmental impacts on acoustic data.
- Performed routine maintenance and replaced worn parts.
- Calculated maneuvers and provided commander with operational and situational reports along with depth, range and system statuses.
- Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical, and maintenance procedures.
- Treated classified data with utmost discretion, following military and federal protocols.
- Implemented schematics, diagrams, and written, and verbal descriptions to effectively solve engineering project issues.
- Set up, calibrated and operated engineering equipment.
- Tracked locations of nearby submarines by using equipment, strong analytics and mathematics skills.
- Provided extensive training and mentoring to fellow personnel to convey experience and expertise in sonar and acoustic equipment and enhance team performance.
- Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material.
- Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Acted as training subject matter expert and provided extensive technical support to different departments.
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
- Trained and licensed 20 sailors to enhance success in field operations.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
Education
West Albany High School
Albany, OR06.2017
Skills
- Sonobuoy Systems
- Intelligence Products
- Towed Arrays
- Technical Documentation and Reporting
- Data Input
- Water Space Management (WSM) Plans
- Ordnance Handling Equipment (OHE)
- Pallet Jacks
- Employee Evaluation
- Evasive Actions
- Security Clearance
- Contact Reports
- Small Object Avoidance Procedures
- Multisensor Data
- Electronic Systems
- Sonar Equipment
- Lift Trucks
- Combat Systems Operational Sequencing System (CSOSS)
- Combat Control Systems
- Sonar Dome Pressurization System
- Oceanographic Analysis
- Torpedo Countermeasures
- Threat Detection
- Training and Development
- Personnel Records
- Providing Feedback
Timeline
Sonar Technician
U.S. Navy Active Duty
09.2018 - Current
West Albany High School
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