Ryan Thruston
Columbia, Mo ,MO
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Leading Chief Petty Officer/Senior Lead Instructor
US Navy Trident Training Facility
10.2019 - 02.2023
- Led 10 sailors in 15,000 hours of formal courses and team training events for 16 submarine crews, which resulted in the flawless performance of 2 external audits of our training program.
- Trained 4 submarine crews on the modernization of their Combat Control Systems, making them ready to deploy with the most advanced combat system in the fleet.
- Coordinated with submarine commands and squadrons to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize submarine crew training.
Division Leading Chief Petty Officer
US Navy USS New Mexico SSN 779
03.2015 - 10.2019
- Led 25 sailors in the completion of over 20 work control boundary shifts in direct support of the Combat Control System installation and integration testing which contributed to the submarine completing its dry-docking ahead of schedule.
- Supervised 10 sailors across 2 work centers in the accomplishment of 30,000 hours of preventative and corrective maintenance on water, hydraulic, air, and electrical systems associated with the weapon systems on board a Virginia Class Submarine.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Ordered supplies and repair parts for preventative and corrective maintenance.
Team Lead Instructor
US Navy Naval Submarine School
12.2011 - 03.2015
- Supervised over 200 students on a daily basis
- Taught more than 540 students each year on all submarine systems to include water, air, hydraulic, ventilation and refrigeration systems.
- Analyzed training requirements of junior sailors to identify areas for improvement, bridge gaps and provide resources.
Leading Petty Officer/Work Center Supervisor
US Navy USS Missouri SSN 780
02.2009 - 12.2011
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Managed a zone inspection program on a Virginia Class Submarine which included weekly inspections of all spaces. This program identified cleanliness, paint/preservation, stowage, and material issues. This allowed the submarine to stay operational and cut costs on maintenance by recognizing problems early.
- Managed 6 personnel resulting in 100% availability of all equipment.
- Coordinated with multiple departments/divisions for both military and shipyard for repairs and testing of submarine equipment which maximized the
Equipment Operator and Equipment Technician
US Navy USS Augusta SSN 710
03.2005 - 02.2009
- Conducted log taking on all equipment. Monitored for trend analysis and took appropriate procedures to correct problems.
- Performed equipment tests, calibrations and repairs to keep electrical equipment running smoothly and prevent malfunctions.
- Utilized electrical diagrams and schematics to troubleshoot and maintain equipment.
- Managed inventory of supplies and repair parts to maintain all equipment and spaces operational.
Education
Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC) - Fire Control Technician
Naval Submarine School
Groton, CT02.2005
Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC) - Electrician’s Mate
Naval Nuclear Power Training Command
Goose Creek, SC08.2003
Diploma - General Studies
Jefferson City High School
Jefferson City, MO05.2002
Certificate - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Nichols Career Center
Jefferson City, MO05.2002
Skills
- Communication
- Program Management
- Project Management
- Organization
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Troubleshooting
Timeline
Leading Chief Petty Officer/Senior Lead Instructor
US Navy Trident Training Facility
10.2019 - 02.2023
Division Leading Chief Petty Officer
US Navy USS New Mexico SSN 779
03.2015 - 10.2019
Team Lead Instructor
US Navy Naval Submarine School
12.2011 - 03.2015
Leading Petty Officer/Work Center Supervisor
US Navy USS Missouri SSN 780
02.2009 - 12.2011
Equipment Operator and Equipment Technician
US Navy USS Augusta SSN 710
03.2005 - 02.2009
Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC) - Fire Control Technician
Naval Submarine School
Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC) - Electrician’s Mate
Naval Nuclear Power Training Command
Diploma - General Studies
Jefferson City High School
Certificate - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Nichols Career Center
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