Sheneka Hamilton
Norfolk,VA
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Weapons Department Leading Chief Petty Officer
Strike Fighter Weapons School, Atlantic
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2021 - Current
- Led a 24-member team through Special Access Program-level training to prepare 168 personnel across four F/A-18E/F squadrons for Carrier Air Wing Three's deployment, resulting in the successful and safe expenditure of 215,660 pounds of ordnance in support of combat operations.
- Developed and managed 24 Instructors in the delivery of 91 weapons loading courses and 86 release system testing courses, enhancing the technical readiness of 2,863 Sailors and Marines.
- Qualified 13 Master Training Specialists to standardize and elevate instructional quality, resulting in improved training outcomes and strengthened weapons handling proficiency fleet-wide.
- Directed 26 Conventional Weapons Technical Proficiency Inspections across 17 Strike Fighter squadrons to evaluate combat readiness and safety practices, achieving a record-high average score with zero mishaps.
Weapons Flight Deck Operations Supervisor
USS Gerald R. Ford
Norfolk, VA
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Led 117 Sailors in the upkeep of 17 ammunition stowage lockers, and 89 divisional spaces to ensure material readiness; efforts contributed to a 98% score during USS FORD's first-ever Maintenance Program Assessment.
- Directed 13 sailors in the inventory and service of 2,253 ordnance handling assets, and 110 pieces of ordnance handling equipment, resulting in full accountability and zero discrepancies during inspection.
- Supervised 87 sailors in executing USS FORD's first-ever connected and vertical ordnance on-load, safely transferring 271 tons of shipboard ordnance valued at $50 million in preparation for FY-23 maiden deployment.
- Mentored 30 sailors, 14 enlisted Air Warfare Specialist qualifications, 36 enlisted watch certifications, and 49 shipboard qualifications, significantly increasing operational depth and flexibility.
- Provided targeted mentorship, career counseling, and advancement support to junior Sailors; efforts directly contributed to an 87% increase in retention rate, strengthening workforce stability, and command readiness.
Avionics and Armament Division LCPO
Strike Fighter Squadron 213, Us Navy
Virginia Beach, VA
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Led 30 Sailors in handling 63,505 lbs of ordnance and 6,072 rounds of 20MM, enabling 1,022 sorties, 1,233 flight hours, and 34 aircrew to maintain advanced tactical qualifications aboard USS GERALD R. FORD (CVN 78).
- Managed 9 personnel in inspecting, receiving, and delivering 150 Aviation Armament Systems, supporting 18 F/A-18 squadrons and 5 carrier strike groups.
- Directed 22 personnel in daily missile loading and NCEA coordination, safely disposing of 39,442 lbs of ordnance during joint ops at Mountain Home and Nellis AFB.
- Mentored and developed 17 ordnance personnel, resulting in 4 CDIs, 6 Team Members, 3 Team Leaders, 4 QA Observers, 2 MAPs, 5 advancements, and 3 reenlistments.
- Launched a 4-month training pipeline, qualifying 12 Sailors—including 2 CDIs and 3 Enlisted Air Warfare Specialists—and contributing to 6 advancements and 95% retention.
- Led CPR training for 163 Sailors, boosting emergency response readiness and increasing combat effectiveness by 63%.
Leading First Class Petty Officer
Strike Fighter Squadrons
Virginia Beach, VA
11.2003 - 06.2021
- Conducted 14 audits, managed 6 Quality Assurance programs, completed 194 inspections, and trained 3 Full Systems Quality Assurance Representatives, contributing to successful Maintenance Program Assist and two Material Condition Inspections.
- Led 30 sailors to resolve 3,032 discrepancies in 4,065 man-hours, enabling 3,704 mishap-free flight hours and the safe use of 12,301 lbs of ordnance, with a 95% detonation rate.
- Oversaw ordnance acquisition and expenditure of 23 tons of munitions and 7,765 rounds of 20MM, supporting 34 aircrew qualifications and earning a CWTPI score of 755/800.
- First Navy Ordnance Collateral Duty QAR and Final Checker for the F-35C; led training that ensured 38 of 39 programs were rated 'On Track' during a flawless maintenance evaluation.
- Validated GBU-12, GBU-31, SDB II, and AIM-120 procedures for the F-35 JSF, ensuring safe integration of munitions across the platform.
- Led three personnel in verifying over 240 pieces of F-35C armament equipment, achieving 100% accountability during platform rollout.
- Verified 3 Joint Training Development modules for the Ordnance Hoist System, standardizing loading safety procedures across all F-35 variants.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ11.2024
Casualty Assist Calls Officer - Survivor Assistance Specialist
Naval Base Norfolk
Norfolk, VA07-2024
Navy Chief Petty Officer Leadership Development Co - Leadership
US Department of The Navy
Virginia Beach, VA01.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Air Launched Weapons Technician Supervisor
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit
Norfolk, VA09-2021
Associate of Arts - Health Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ04-2014
Skills
- Resource management
- Systems analysis
- Time management
- Leadership and supervision
- Quality assurance
- Human factors expertise
Certification
- Master Training Specialist
- Certified Post Secondary Instructor
- Notary Signing Agent
Accomplishments
- The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
- Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
Timeline
Weapons Department Leading Chief Petty Officer
Strike Fighter Weapons School, Atlantic
08.2021 - Current
Weapons Flight Deck Operations Supervisor
USS Gerald R. Ford
06.2021 - 07.2022
Avionics and Armament Division LCPO
Strike Fighter Squadron 213, Us Navy
07.2020 - 06.2021
Leading First Class Petty Officer
Strike Fighter Squadrons
11.2003 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
University of Phoenix
Casualty Assist Calls Officer - Survivor Assistance Specialist
Naval Base Norfolk
Navy Chief Petty Officer Leadership Development Co - Leadership
US Department of The Navy
Some College (No Degree) - Air Launched Weapons Technician Supervisor
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit
Associate of Arts - Health Administration
University of Phoenix
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