Stephen Howard
Eastover,SC
Summary
Dynamic Forward Observer with the United States Marine Corps, skilled in precision targeting and effective communication. Expertly coordinated artillery strikes and developed comprehensive fire support plans, enhancing operational success. Proven leadership and analytical thinking abilities, ensuring mission readiness and team effectiveness in high-pressure environments. Adaptable and detail-oriented, committed to excellence in tactical operations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Support Marine
United States Marine Corps
Kaneohe, HI
08.2021 - 08.2025
- Assisted in gathering and analyzing intelligence data for operational planning.
- Supported team in coordinating artillery strikes through effective communication with units.
- Learned to utilize advanced targeting systems to enhance accuracy of fire missions.
- Participated in field exercises, applying observational skills for real-time situational awareness.
- Developed understanding of tactical operations through hands-on training and simulations.
- Contributed to mission briefings by presenting relevant terrain and enemy disposition information.
- Engaged in safety protocols during live-fire exercises to ensure team readiness and compliance.
- Assisted in the development of operational plans by providing expert input on potential targets and fire support capabilities.
- Developed comprehensive fire support plans to maximize the impact of artillery and air support assets during operations.
- Performed detailed map reading tasks, enabling accurate navigation during challenging field exercises and deployments.
- Maintained proficiency in weapon systems for self-defense purposes while operating independently or within a small unit setting.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dreher High School
Columbia, SC05.2021
Skills
- Hand signal communication
- Indirect fire coordination
- Weapons handling
- GPS operation
- Precision targeting
- Target acquisition
- Range estimation
- Terrain analysis
- Night vision equipment
- Advanced land navigation
- Artillery Call-for-fire
- Binocular usage
- Fire mission planning
- Close air support
- Radio communication
- Laser rangefinder operation
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Effective communication
- Decision-making
- Analytical thinking
- Security protocols
- Adaptability
Accomplishments
Global war on terrorism medal
Certification
Joint Fires Observer
Jadocs operator
Timeline
Fire Support Marine
United States Marine Corps
08.2021 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Dreher High School