Ryan Garza
McKinney,TX
Summary
Dedicated Navy Electronics Technician with over six years of experience in electronic and mechanical systems, demonstrating strong communication skills and team leadership. Proven track record in supervising and training new technicians to excel in their roles. Expertise in maintaining, testing, and troubleshooting complex systems ensures operational excellence and reliability. Frequently handled heavy, fragile, and expensive equipment exceeding 40 pounds in safe fashion. Committed to teamwork and task accomplishment within dynamic, challenging environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Technician
United States Navy, CVN-72 USS Abraham Lincoln
09.2020 - 04.2025
- Senior technician in team of eight overseeing junior sailors in upkeep, repair, and operation of NATO Sea Sparrow surface missile system.
- Used technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Monitored and tested equipment performance with Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, and power tools.
- Regularly transported large, heavy equipment exceeding 40 pounds and expertly managed small, sensitive devices.
- Used Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and other dedicated software for scheduling work activities.
- Hours per week: 40
Education
Technical Or Occupational Certificate - Electronics, Weapons Systems, And Radar Theory
Fire Controlman Combined ‘A’ School (Block 0)
Great Lakes, IL11-2019
Technical or occupational certificate - Electronics, Weapons Systems, And Radar Theory
Fire Controlman Combined ‘A’ School (Block 1)
Great Lakes, IL12-2022
Technical or occupational certificate - Electronics, Weapons Systems, And Radar Theory
Nato Sea Sparrow Surface Missile System (NSSM) MK 57 MOD 10-13 Operation And Maintenance (O&M)
Virginia Beach, VA09-2020
Technical or occupational certificate - Electronics, Weapon Systems, And Radar Theory
MK 57 NATO SeaSparrow Surface Missile System (NSSMS) Operation And Maintenance
Virginia Beach, VA08-2020
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Training and mentoring
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical testing
- Troubleshooting skills
- Heavy lifting
- Punctual and reliable
Accomplishments
Awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal by Pete J. Riebe, Captain, U.S Navy Commanding Officer: "For Professional achievement in the superior performance of his duties as North Atlantic Treaty Organization Sea Sparrow Missile System Technician from September 2020 to April 2025."
Timeline
Senior Technician
United States Navy, CVN-72 USS Abraham Lincoln
09.2020 - 04.2025
Technical Or Occupational Certificate - Electronics, Weapons Systems, And Radar Theory
Fire Controlman Combined ‘A’ School (Block 0)
Technical or occupational certificate - Electronics, Weapons Systems, And Radar Theory
Fire Controlman Combined ‘A’ School (Block 1)
Technical or occupational certificate - Electronics, Weapons Systems, And Radar Theory
Nato Sea Sparrow Surface Missile System (NSSM) MK 57 MOD 10-13 Operation And Maintenance (O&M)
Technical or occupational certificate - Electronics, Weapon Systems, And Radar Theory
MK 57 NATO SeaSparrow Surface Missile System (NSSMS) Operation And Maintenance
Job-related training
- As Fire Controlman 3rd Class (16 SEP 2020):
- Electromechanical Systems Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Electronic Systems Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Industrial Safety
- Mechanical Systems
- Radar Systems Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- As Fire Controlman 2nd Class (16 DEC 2024):
- Supervision
Additional information
- Deployed to Western Pacific in 2022 and deployed for combat operations in 2024 for Operation Prosperity Guardian.
- Honorably Discharged from the United States Navy.