Nathaniel Atkinson
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Seasoned Aviation Ordnanceman with extensive experience at US Navy/ VFA-87, adept in HAZMAT handling and aircraft maintenance. Demonstrated excellence in fostering teamwork and enhancing safety, leading to improved munitions accuracy and operational readiness. Renowned for adaptability and effective communication, significantly contributing to mission success and team morale without compromising safety standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aviation Ordnanceman
US Navy/ NMCLANT Norfolk
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Received, inspected, packaged, stored, handled and processed munitions.
- Located, inspected, loaded and delivered munition to ships and naval bases.
- Used forklift to transport munition from magazine to truck beds and also to rearrange magazines.
- Inspected, cleaned and ensured readiness of assigned magazines.
- Commands Safety Petty Officer. Was in charge of safety meetings, training verifications and safety reporting.
Aviation Ordnanceman
US Navy/ FRC Oceana
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance inspections and repairs on aircraft suspension equipment.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems according to publications.
Aviation Ordnanceman
US Navy/ VFA-87
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Worked closely with crew members in intense, quickly changing and dangerous environments.
- Maintained high levels of readiness by participating in regular training exercises simulating real-world combat scenarios involving aviation ordnance usage.
- Expedited mission preparation by assisting in the timely requisition, receipt, and issue of aviation ordnance materials.
- Increased accuracy in munitions tracking by maintaining detailed records of all ordnance received, stored, issued, and expended.
- Maintained operations for aviation ordnance shops.
- Enhanced team morale by fostering a positive work environment while upholding strict safety standards during day-to-day operations involving aviation ordnance handling procedures.
- Handled and serviced weapons and ammunition carried on F/A-18 E/F aircraft.
- Inspected, assembled and tested aviation ammunition.
- Educated personnel on safe handling and use of explosives, avoiding injuries.
- Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI). Ensured that the work was completed correctly, safely and in accordance with all instructions.
- Quality Assurance/Safety Observer (QASO). Prepared and loaded live ammunition and ordnance and downloaded ordnance after missions. Ensures that live munitions are handled safely and in accordance with checklists and procedures.
Education
Caroline High School
Milford, VA2009
Skills
HAZMAT training
Certification
- F/A-18 E/A Stores Management Systems (Career) Organizational Maintenance.
- F/A-18 E/A Conventional Weapons Loading
- Introduction to Navy Occupational Safety and Health(Ashore) (Online)
- Navy and Marine Corps Conventional Ammunition Sentencing
- Intermediate Leader Development Course
Timeline
Aviation Ordnanceman
US Navy/ NMCLANT Norfolk
02.2023 - 10.2024
Aviation Ordnanceman
US Navy/ FRC Oceana
08.2022 - 01.2023
Aviation Ordnanceman
US Navy/ VFA-87
08.2018 - 07.2022
Caroline High School
- F/A-18 E/A Stores Management Systems (Career) Organizational Maintenance.
- F/A-18 E/A Conventional Weapons Loading
- Introduction to Navy Occupational Safety and Health(Ashore) (Online)
- Navy and Marine Corps Conventional Ammunition Sentencing
- Intermediate Leader Development Course
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