Zachary Zastrow
St. Marys,GA
Summary
Industrious technologist operates and supervises organizational-level maintenance of radioactive mechanical systems for submarine nuclear propulsion plants. As an Engineering Laboratory Technician, leads the data collection and analysis of radiochemistry following sound engineering practices and quality assurance directives. Oversees radiological controls, water chemistry control, and associated chemical data analyses for reactor coolant chemistry. Strong proficiency with software programs, computer applications, and electrical equipment necessary for data collection and analysis. Outstanding record of professional accomplishment from technical competency to management abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Laboratory Technician (E5/MMN2(SS))
U.S Navy Submarine Squadron 20
Kingsland, GA
11.2020 - Current
- Analyzed experimental data to identify trends and draw conclusions about product performance.
- Lead the coordination of activities between engineering teams and other departments.
- Recorded test results accurately using appropriate software applications.
- Provided technical support to engineers by troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and chemical problems with nuclear systems.
- Analyzed radiochemistry samples for testing according to established procedures.
- Calibrated, maintained, and operated laboratory equipment such as HPGe spectrometers and other instruments.
- Performed quality control tests on engineering materials and components to ensure compliance with technical specifications.
- Assisted engineers in designing experiments, collecting data, and interpreting results.
- Gathered and evaluated data for validity, accuracy, and completeness.
- Supervised radiological work on nuclear systems with potential for radioactive contamination.
- Lead operation of a submarine based nuclear reactor as the Engineroom Supervisor.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJSome College (No Degree) - Nuclear Engineering
Advanced Nuclear Power Training
Charleston, SCSome College (No Degree) - Chemical Engineering
Engineering Laboratory Technician Training
Charleston, SCSkills
- Software Programming (Python/R/SQL)
- Data Analysis
- Computer Skills (Excel/Sheets/ChatGPT/OpenAI)
- Radiochemistry Science
- Electrical Equipment Calibration and Troubleshooting
- Quality Assurance Engineering
- Operational Analysis
- Project Management
Certification
- Qualified Engineroom Supervisor
- Qualified Engineering Laboratory Technician
Accomplishments
- Received the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal for over 200 volunteer hours at Seacoast Church in Charleston, SC, through serving at the church, and handing out food to the homeless.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Engineering Laboratory Technician (E5/MMN2(SS))
U.S Navy Submarine Squadron 20
11.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Thomas Edison State University
Some College (No Degree) - Nuclear Engineering
Advanced Nuclear Power Training
Some College (No Degree) - Chemical Engineering
Engineering Laboratory Technician Training
- Qualified Engineroom Supervisor
- Qualified Engineering Laboratory Technician
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