Nichlas Couch
Eudora,KS
Summary
Communications professional prepared for high-stakes environments with focus on operational efficiency and strategic communication. Skilled in crisis management, information dissemination, and real-time decision-making. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and adaptability to evolving scenarios. Known for reliability and achieving impactful results. Led a team of 30 Sailors providing 133 Tactical Voice and Data circuits with nearly zero loss in communications.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Communications Watch Officer
US Navy
11.2021 - 11.2025
- Subject matter expert across five spectrums of tactical voice and data communications.
- Conducted the fastest parameter conversion for Assured Command and Control reported by the Navy Satellite Communications Adversary Team.
- Coordinated and planned multiple full scale communications shifts for other US warships and Coalition Forces across multiple Fleets and Areas of Responsibility, to include 133 tactical voice and data circuits.
- Setup essential Satellite Communications circuits to provide 5,000 plus sailors and civilians with IP services such as Email, Telephone and Web Browsing.
- Administrator for Advanced Digital Networking System overseeing Department of Defense IP Routing Architecture.
- Created Fleet Wide Quick Reference Guide, providing Sailors across the World with better understanding and easy setup procedures of Commercial Satellite program provided by department of the Navy.
- Advanced Administrative Support
- Collaborated with external agencies to enhance information-sharing processes and operational efficiency.
- Mentored junior Sailors on best practices for effective communication during high-stress incidents, improving overall team performance levels.
- Briefed higher level agencies and superiors on the effectiveness of communications circuits, issues within different circuits and team proficiency with troubleshooting/bringing the circuit online.
Route Driver
Flint Hills Beverage
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Operated delivery vehicle to ensure timely and accurate product distribution.
- Managed route planning and logistics to optimize delivery efficiency.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and safety protocols.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and procedures.
- Implemented best practices for loading and unloading products, enhancing efficiency.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation for compliance purposes.
Education
Information Systems Technician “A” School -
Corry Station
Pensacola, FloridaInformation Systems Technician Block 1 - undefined
Dam Neck Naval Base
Virginia Beach, VirginiaSkills
- DOD Satellite Communications
- Communications Security
- Divisional Training Officer
- Real Time Spectrum Operations
- Joint Integrated Satellite Communications Tool
- Microsoft Excel
- Excellent communication
- Crisis management
- Firearms handling
- Operational oversight
- Teamwork and loyalty
- Military operations
Accomplishments
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Service Medal, Combat Action Ribbon, Letter of Accommodation, Navy Unit Commendation and two Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals.
Certification
- Key Management Infrastructure
- Battle Force Tactical Network
- Communications Security
- Combat System Operational Sequencing System Technician
- Naval Message Center Operator
- Naval Message Center Supervisor
- Tactical Transmitter/Receiver/Transceiver Operator
- Ultra High Frequency (UHF)/Narrowband Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Systems Operator
- Advanced Digital Networking System Operator
- Navy Multiband Terminal (NMT) Systems Operator
- Super High Frequency (SHF) Wideband Systems Operator
- Extremely High Frequency (EHF)/Protected Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Systems Operator
- Advanced Digital Networking System Administrator
- Technical Control Supervisor
- Communications Watch Officer
- Communication Watch Officer / 2023-11-10
Testimonial
“A proven professional, who continuously displays technical skills. A dedicated technician and model Sailor who continues to set the bar high for his contemporaries.” —Lieutenant Thomas Mohlman, Communications Officer onboard USS Dwight D. Eisenhower from 2022-2024.
Timeline
Communications Watch Officer
US Navy
11.2021 - 11.2025
Route Driver
Flint Hills Beverage
01.2021 - 10.2021
Information Systems Technician Block 1 - undefined
Dam Neck Naval Base
Information Systems Technician “A” School -
Corry Station