Nathan Canady
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Over ten years of experience in the SONAR community in both system maintenance and Acoustic Intelligence (ACINT), including four years as an Integrated Undersea Surveillance System (IUSS) specialist. Has distinguished comprehensive knowledge of all IUSS and submarine programs, an expert in passive tracking and analysis on both SONAR systems.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Specialist
Theater Undersea Surveillance Command, Atlantic
10.2020 - Current
- As Tracker/Reporter conducted passive and active sonar searches for suspected targets
- Fully fluent in the handling of all Classified, Secret, Top Secret, and Personal Identifying information
- Calculated maneuvers and provided directors with operational and situational reports along with depth, range, and system statuses
- Provided extensive training and mentoring to fellow personnel to convey experience and expertise in sonar and acoustic equipment to enhance team performance.
Sonar Supervisor
USS Wyoming and USS Rhode Island
06.2015 - 07.2020
- Deployed on five strategic deterrent patrols onboard the USS Wyoming and USS Rhode Island primarily solving countless in-situ geometric problems on multiple naval vessels for safety
- Well versed in reading electrical, mechanical, and computer diagrams for maintenance, upkeep, and safety purposes
- Developed a thorough knowledge of the systems on board to maintain the highest level of safety in accordance with the tag-out user manual (TUM) and the joint fleet maintenance manual (JFMM)
- Led a division of 15 personnel during the USS Wyoming 2018-2020 ERO period overseeing a complete system removal and upgraded install
- As the lead for the Noise Reduction Team, guiding 20 personnel ship wide to change the very foundation of how the ship, its equipment and personnel are perceived
- Quality Assurance certified the sealing of multiple tanks and compartments following the Sound silencing manual and JFMM
- Experienced with the Sonar tactical decision aid (STDA) program and the tactical use of the ocean environment.
Education
Grassfield High School
01.2009
Skills
- Acoustic Analyst Expert
- Target Motion Analysis (TMA) Specialist
- Technical Expert in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
- Administrative Specialist
- Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Militaryserviceinformation
U.S. Navy, October 2013 to August 2024, Second Class Petty Officer (E5), August 2024
Securityclearanceinformation
Top Secret, Sensitive Compartmented Information, 16 JUL 2014
References
- STSC Anthony Bayless, Anthony.j.bayless2.mil@us.navy.mil, (757) 831-4746
- STSC Derek Masch, Derek.j.masch.mil@us.navy.mil, (912) 674-5688
- CWO3 Daniel R. Squires II, dsquires4@gmail.com, (757) 753-2138
- STSC Bryan Downing, brian.k.downing1@navy.mil, (757) 666-8250
- LT Evan Richey, Evan.c.richey.mil@us.navy.mil, (318) 676-9623
Timeline
Training Specialist
Theater Undersea Surveillance Command, Atlantic
10.2020 - Current
Sonar Supervisor
USS Wyoming and USS Rhode Island
06.2015 - 07.2020
Grassfield High School
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