Marcus Stanfield

Submarine Sonar Supervisor

US Navy

Virginia Beach, VA

03.2018 - Current

Maintained and operated sonar equipment to detect, localize, classify, and track underwater objects.
Performed troubleshooting on complex electronic systems, including digital signal processing components.
Calibrated and adjusted sonar system parameters based on real-time environmental conditions.
Created detailed documentation of all maintenance procedures conducted on submarine sonar systems.
Monitored acoustic data from submarine sonar systems for tactical evaluation.
Assessed performance of submarine sonar systems and identified areas for improvement.
Analyzed acoustic data to determine the location of potentially hostile vessels in a given area.
Conducted daily maintenance checks of submarine sonar systems to ensure optimal operation.
Analyzed Expendable Bathythermograph (XBT), active and passive acoustic data, and tactical oceanographic data.
Capture acoustic data media recordings and prepared for digital transmission and archive.
Provided commander with reports on depth, range and target situations and calculated maneuvers for interdiction.
Used sonographic data to recommend course and speed changes and evasive maneuvers.
Calculated target ranges and noted real-time propagation changes.
Targeted suspected aggressors using passive and active sonar searches.
Maintained communications and information security levels and observed appropriate security level requirements.
Documented maintenance actions and kept equipment records updated.
Mitigated acoustic data biological and environmental impacts by equipment and system filter adjustments.
Tested components, assemblies and systems to diagnose problems.
Supported activities to maintain equipment in reliable condition.
Organized, analyzed and prepared technical data reports.
Managed inventory levels of stores aboard vessel including fuel, lubricants, provisions.
Maintained records of inspections and repairs performed on deck equipment.
Ensured that all safety precautions were adhered to during operations.
Assisted in the loading and unloading of cargo from ships.
Inspected moorings, lines, and rigging for wear or damage.
Loaded and unloaded supplies onto vessels using cranes or winches.
Directed and supervised personnel in the maintenance, repair, overhaul, and operation of all deck equipment.
Performed maintenance on lifesaving equipment such as SEIE suits, MK1 alips, and life jackets.
Purchased, organized and maintained supplies and equipment for efficient operations.
Inspected equipment and completed basic repairs to maintain safety and efficiency of each trip.
As a Sonar Supervisor, oversaw a team of sonar technicians in Training and Real world operations.