Mason Gonzales
Houston,TX
Summary
Diligent, determined, and persistent Naval Officer with proven analytical, and critical thinking skills. Pro-active leader with strengths in organization, communication and policy development. Frequently praised as focused and hardworking by peers. Reliable for completing tasks efficiently and effectively. Always willing to donate time to the community for the construction of my character and most importantly those around me.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Surface Warfare Officer (Nuclear)
United States Navy
Jacksonville, FL
05.2025 - Current
- Coordinated training drills, enhancing crew readiness and operational efficiency
- Managed the maintenance of equipment, adhering to safety regulations and standards
- Monitored radar and sonar data, identifying potential maritime threats
- Oversaw and evaluated 20 personnel performance, providing guidance for professional development and advancement
- Conducted and coordinated maintenance of shipboard systems, ensuring operational readiness and success
Training Department Coordinator
United States Naval Academy
Annapolis, MD
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Coordinated departmental meetings and logistics to ensure efficient communication and tasking
- Facilitated logistical support and guidance of United States Naval Academy summer training programs managing 30 personal in support of 1000 midshipmen
Policy Analyst Intern
Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies
Washington, DC
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Analyzed jurisdictional conflict between international and sovereign law for implications of naval doctrine and strategy in support of maritime law instruction
- Supported administrative tasks, supporting institutional efficiency and event execution
- Participated in events, analyzing cost effective strategic alternatives to national defense
Intern
United States Naval Institute
Annapolis, MD
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted research on hemispheric security issues, supporting academic studies of global power competition
- Participated in conferences on great power competition in support of editorial development
- Supported outreach efforts by contributing to organizational social media campaigns
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
United States Naval Academy
Annapolis, MD05-2025
High School Diploma -
Summer Creek High School (2017-2020)
Houston, TX05-2020
Skills
- Personnel management
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Effective communication
- Risk assessment
Affiliations
AT/FP Battalion Commander, 2022 to 2025
United States Naval Academy - Annapolis, MD
- Coordinated security in support of Naval Academy events
8th Company Training Sergeant, - 2024
United States Naval Academy - Annapolis, MD
- Collaborated in training 40 midshipmen in preparation for intensive physical evolutions and development into professional naval officers
32nd Company Squad Leader, 2024 to 2025
United States Naval Academy - Annapolis, MD
- Provided training and guidance for the professional development of 11 midshipmen
Combat Acoustics Division Officer, 2025 to Present
USS Lassen
- Responsible for the ship's Sonar capabilities and the division's professional development
Timeline
Surface Warfare Officer (Nuclear)
United States Navy
05.2025 - Current
Training Department Coordinator
United States Naval Academy
05.2025 - 09.2025
Policy Analyst Intern
Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies
07.2024 - 08.2024
Intern
United States Naval Institute
07.2023 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Summer Creek High School (2017-2020)
Bachelor of Science - History
United States Naval Academy