LCDR Zachary A. Thompson, USN
Honolulu
Summary
Dynamic Space Operations Planner with a proven track record at United States Space Command, excelling in tactical planning and strategic coordination. Demonstrated exceptional adaptability while managing unit funds across multiple Combatant Commands, ensuring seamless execution of major exercises. Recognized for outstanding leadership and business acumen, driving mission success in high-pressure environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Space Operations Planner
United States Space Command
Honolulu
07.2024 - Current
- Primary liaison officer to ensure Space Command effects are implemented into United States Indo-Pacific Command planning.
- Primary liaison officer to ensure Space Command and United States Indo-Pacific Command were in full cohesion conducting all major Tier 1 exercises.
- Selected to manage all unit funds and make purchases for over 10 separate units attached to every Combatant Command globally.
Surface Warfare Officer, Instructor
United States Navy, Surface Warfare School Instructor
Newport
03.2022 - 07.2024
- Taught over 50 students to drive and fully operate Littoral Combat Ships.
- Taught in class lectures to include RADAR operations, Voyage Management Systems operations, Rules of the Road, and Nautical Weather.
Surface Warfare Officer, Navigator
United States Navy, USS DETROIT
Jacksonville
03.2019 - 03.2022
- Led 11 sailors, two work-centers, and advised the Commanding Officer on ship's movements while managing the operation and maintenance on the navigation equipment.
- As the top Officer of the Deck and Navigator I led DETROIT through a successful 4th Fleet ISATT, Advanced Phase, and Deployment.
- Conducted Counter Illicit Drug Trafficking during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Confiscated over 1700 Kgs in Cocaine and took onboard multiple detainees as well as conducting Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) on 4 individuals.
- Responsible for all Administration for the entire command of USS DETROIT.
- Advised the Commanding Officer in all legal matters such as Title 14 Law Enforcement authorities, Non Judicial Punishment, UNCLOS, and the SECNAV's gift acceptance policy.
Surface Warfare Officer, Auxiliaries Officer
United States Navy, USS DETROIT
Jacksonville
11.2016 - 03.2019
- Managed all aspects of administrative and personnel needs of the Engineering Department onboard USS DETROIT.
- Responsible for the largest work-center onboard USS DETROIT including over $500K in repairs to four Diesel Generators, two Gas Turbine Engines, and Two Main Propulsion Diesel Engines.
- As a bridge watch-stander executed 30 bridge evolutions to include: 25 restricted water transits, four small boat operations, two helicopter flight operations, three underway replenishment, and three live-fire Hellfire missile exercises.
- Officer in charge of the MWR committee. In charge of 6 members and responsible for the MWR budget for all of USS DETROIT. Increased the MWR budget by over $10k while in charge of the program.
Education
Master of Arts - Defense and Strategic Studies
United States Naval War College
Newport, RI05.2025
Bachelors of Science - Criminal Justice
Greenville College (Greenville University)
Greenville, IL09.2015
Skills
- Tactical Planning
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Planning and Coordinating
- Excellent Work Ethic
- Strategic Planner
- Business Savvy
Awards
United States Navy. Personal and unit decorations include the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Navy E Ribbon, and various other personal and unit citations.
Clearance
TS/SCI
Properties
- 2x Jacksonville, FL
- Honolulu, HI
- Greenville, IL
- Newport, RI
Timeline
Space Operations Planner
United States Space Command
07.2024 - Current
Surface Warfare Officer, Instructor
United States Navy, Surface Warfare School Instructor
03.2022 - 07.2024
Surface Warfare Officer, Navigator
United States Navy, USS DETROIT
03.2019 - 03.2022
Surface Warfare Officer, Auxiliaries Officer
United States Navy, USS DETROIT
11.2016 - 03.2019
Master of Arts - Defense and Strategic Studies
United States Naval War College
Bachelors of Science - Criminal Justice
Greenville College (Greenville University)