Luis A. Piceno Vazquez
Bremerton
Summary
Former U.S. Navy Fire Control Technician with extensive experience in operating and troubleshooting AN/BYG-1 combat systems. Proven track record in system diagnostics, fault isolation, and maintaining operational readiness, achieving zero safety incidents and ensuring high-reliability defense system performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor
Trident Training Facility
Bangor
01.2023 - 04.2026
- Delivered instruction on AN/BYG-1 fire control systems and submarine combat systems operations
- Evaluated trainees using scenario-based troubleshooting, system diagnostics, and fault isolation exercises to enhance skill proficiency
- Simulated system faults and guided corrective actions to reinforce operational readiness in real-world scenarios
- Maintained and configured training systems, sustaining >90% operational readiness
- Enforced strict safety and procedural compliance, maintaining a record of zero safety incidents
Security Guard
Merchant Patrol Security Services, Inc.
Bremerton/Tacoma
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Responded to incidents, coordinating with emergency services to effectively resolve security threats
- Monitored and operated surveillance systems, troubleshooting camera and communication equipment to ensure continuous security coverage
- Documented and communicated incident reports to enhance operational accountability
Fire Control Technician (FTOW Qualified)
USS Asheville (SSN-758)
Guam
12.2017 - 12.2022
- Operated and maintained AN/BYG-1 submarine combat control systems as a qualified Fire Control Technician of the Watch (FTOW)
- Executed system-level troubleshooting, diagnostics, and fault isolation for fire control, weapons, and sensor systems, ensuring mission readiness
- Monitored system performance and validated operational readiness in high-tempo environments, supporting effective mission execution
- Conducted preventive and corrective maintenance with technical manuals, schematics, and test equipment to maintain system integrity
- Interpreted system alarms and feedback to rapidly identify and resolve discrepancies
- Supported weapons system alignment, configuration, and testing evolutions
- Utilized UNIX/Linux-based systems for system operation and maintenance
- Conducted ordnance handling operations in compliance with HERO safety protocols, completing all evolutions without incident
- Maintained strict adherence to LOTO/tag-out procedures and electrical safety standards
Student / Apprentice
Naval Submarine School
New London
02.2017 - 12.2017
- Completed technical training in AC/DC circuits, digital systems, and circuit card troubleshooting to enhance technical expertise.
- Developed foundational skills in electrical troubleshooting and system diagnostics, contributing to effective problem resolution.
- Operated and maintained UNIX/Linux-based systems to ensure reliable performance in tactical computing environments.
Education
Renewable Energy and Communications Tower Technician Program -
Airstreams Renewables, Inc.
Joint Base Lewis McChord- WA02-2026
Post-Secondary Instructor Certification -
National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
09-2024
Skills
- Training and Instruction
- AN/BYG-1 Combat Systems
- Fire control operations
- System Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
- Fault isolation analysis
- Schematic interpretation
- Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
- Test support
- Electrical Systems & Multimeter Use
- UNIX/Linux Systems
- LOTO compliance
- Performance monitoring
Certification
- Renewable Energy and Communications Tower Technician Program, Airstreams Renewables, 02/01/26
- OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety Card
- American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED
- Fiber Optic Principles
- Working at Heights Certification
- Telecommunications Basics
- Authorized Climber and Rescue Certification
- Post-Secondary Instructor, National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), 09/01/24
Clearance
Active Top Secret Clearance
Timeline
Security Guard
Merchant Patrol Security Services, Inc.
07.2024 - 07.2025
Instructor
Trident Training Facility
01.2023 - 04.2026
Fire Control Technician (FTOW Qualified)
USS Asheville (SSN-758)
12.2017 - 12.2022
Student / Apprentice
Naval Submarine School
02.2017 - 12.2017
Renewable Energy and Communications Tower Technician Program -
Airstreams Renewables, Inc.
Post-Secondary Instructor Certification -
National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)