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Officer Engineering

Location:
Neotsu, OR, 97364
Posted:
January 24, 2013

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JASON T. ERICKSON

PO Box ***

Neotsu, Or *****

712-***-**** Skype

***********@*****.***

OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL

Offering a formidable background in power generation and utility management based on in-depth formal training, relevant

certification and a distinguished 20-year Navy career demonstrating outstanding leadership initiative, technical/tactical expertise,

operations enhancement creativity, and proven performance success. Selected for the distinctive Seaman to Admiral Program, a

program with a 2% selection rate.

• Subject Matter Expert and technical specialist in marine gas turbines, auxiliary machinery, diesel power

generation and distribution, low/high pressure air systems, hydraulic systems, pumping systems, propulsion and steering systems,

refrigeration systems, hull structural, fuel systems, and damage control.

• Energetic self-starter at ease in environments requiring independent decisions, expertise in analysis and

problem-solving, and the strictest attention to detail. Handpicked for a plethora of critical assignments based on consistent career

successes in organizational turnarounds, morale building, performance enhancement, and award-winning results at every career

assignment. Proficient in current digital communications and networked PC technologies sufficient to handle full-scope

administration and enterprise correspondence essentials.

• Outstanding motivator, trainer and mentor, lauded throughout career for team building profile and hands-on

management approach to foster work force cohesiveness, optimize production, and control quality. Consistently ranked #1 in

performance, appearance and poise by commanding officers over highly competitive and more tenured groups of peer officers

and enlisted personnel.

• Seasoned management professional and heralded Surface Warfare Officer, with focused expertise in Marine

Engineering and exemplary success in numerous additional disciplines to include: overhaul planning and project management,

weapons/missile control, missions and tactics, international logistics, international affairs (SE Asia), team training and

development, auditing and certification, ship handling and navigation, and executive leadership.

Highly developed communications, public/staff relations, and multi-task management skills. Demonstrated ability to quickly

adapt to new and challenging responsibilities and deliver high-impact results. Extremely dedicated, efficient, self-motivated and

team oriented employer asset and contributor.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

PMP Certified through PMI. 23 Jan 2013

OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY – Norfolk, Virginia

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Foreign Affairs / Asian Studies, Minor in International Studies (2005) GPA = 3.78

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY

Certificate in Mastering Project Management

Certificate in The Essentials of Project Management

Certificate in Finance for the Non-Finance Major

PERRYDALE HIGH SCHOOL - Perrydale, Oregon - College Preparatory Diploma (1990)

UNITED STATES NAVY SCHOOLS & FORMAL TRAINING PROGRAMS

• Boilerwater/Feedwater Testing & Treatment, Engineering Propulsion Fuels & Oils, JP-5 Aviation Fuel System

• Advanced Gas Turbine Course

• Air Command and Staff College, Joint Professional Military Education, Air University, Sep 2010

• Defense Language Institute, Basic Indonesian Course, 10 Months, Sep 2010

• Mine Countermeasures Surface Ship Specialty Course, May 2008

• Surface Warfare Officer Command Course, 8 Weeks, Mar 2008

• AEGIS Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) Systems & Tactical Operations Course, Mar 2006

• Surface Warfare Officer Department Head Course, 6 Months, Dec 2005

• Surface Warfare Officer School (Graduated with Distinction)

• Officer Candidate School (Outstanding Achievement Award)

• AEGIS Officer Console Operator Course, Tomahawk Watch Officer Course

• Joint Maritime Command Information System Manager Course

• Current U.S. Government Top Secret / SCI Security Clearance, Adjudicated Dec 2012

• Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) Test Score in Indonesian: Listening = 3, Speaking = 2, Reading = 2+

• Naval Officer Designations: Strike Warfare Mission System Officer, Foreign Area Officer – South East Asia,

Navigator, Strike Management System AEGIS and Basic Missile Officer, Executive Officer Afloat, Screened for

Early Command, Tactical Action Officer, Fleet Officer of the Deck Underway, Surface Warfare Officer, Engineering

Watch Officer, Engagement Control Officer, and Command Duty Officer

EXPERIENCE HISTORY & HIGHLIGHTS

UNITED STATES NAVY - Lieutenant Commander (Surface Warfare Officer) - 20 Years Distinguished Service

COMMANDER LOGISTICS WESTERN PACIFIC (COMLOG WESTPAC) – Singapore

Staff Officer – Operations & Plans Department (9/10-Present)

• Perform duties of Bilateral/Multilateral Exercise Coordinator in Southeast Asia on behalf of

COMSEVENTHFLT.

• Liaise with area Country Teams and all U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard participants to schedule,

plan, facilitate and conduct Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) and Southeast Asia Cooperation Against

Terrorism (SEACAT) exercises.

• Provide support to deployed DESRON Staff, and assist local Country Team personnel during exercise

operations.

• Plan, organize and execute initial planning conferences and final planning conferences. Coordinate the

execution of the schedule of events for all phases of CARAT and SEACAT with participating countries.

• Serves as Operational Level planner for CTF73.

USS PATRIOT (MCM 7) – Sasebo, Japan

Executive Officer / Navigator (7/08-11/09)

• Served as second in Command of an Avenger Class mine countermeasures ship with 8 officers, 8 chief petty

officers and 87 enlisted personnel. Also served as Navigator and leader of ship’s Damage Control (Emergency Response)

Training Team and Ship’s Training Team.

• Led PATRIOT to become the first warship to execute and certify the MSFD using the Navy’s newest RMP,

Condition II Damage Control system and methodology.

• Planned and oversaw execution of a comprehensive and complex schedule of inspections, assessments and

exercises, delivering noteworthy results to include PATRIOTs second consecutive Golden Anchor, third consecutive Battle

Efficiency “E” and an unmatched 5-year Board of Inspection and Survey score of GREEN in every warfare discipline.

• Noted by Commanding Officer as “the epitome of Naval Leadership at sea … he has led PATRIOT to being the

premier MCM in the Fleet … I am a better CO because of his presence and my crew excels because of it … his Command

presence invigorates all …”

USS FITZGERALD (DDG 62) – Yokosuka, Japan

Chief Engineer / Engineering Officer / Tactical Action Officer / Surface Warfare Officer (4/06-12/07)

• Directed 18 junior officers, 8 chiefs and 65 Sailors in the operation, maintenance and readiness control of main

propulsion, auxiliary machinery and damage control readiness of a state-of-the-art Arleigh Burke Class Guided Missile Destroyer

with 300 total crewmen. Managed ship’s Engineering Training Team.

• Noted by Commanding Officer as “… the best CHENG on the Yokosuka waterfront … a true superstar that

represents the very bright future of the SWO community … a future FLAG Officer.” Hand-picked as ship’s Tactical Action

Officer for subject matter expertise of ship’s combat system and exemplary leadership profile.

• Delivered an unbroken chain of tactical and operational achievement, ensuring FITZGERALD met all

commitments to include a complete cycle of engineering assessment with flawless results.

OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY – Norfolk, Virginia

University Student (01/03-05-05)

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Foreign Affairs / Asian Studies, Minor in International Studies GPA = 3.78

USS NORMANDY (CG 60) - Norfolk, Virginia

Assistant Chief Engineer / Main Propulsion Assistant / Quality Manager – Lube & Fuel Oil (5/01-12/02)

• Trained, scheduled, supervised, motivated and evaluated 45cross-function technical and administrative

personnel in the operation of gas turbine propulsion and auxiliaries power generation suites onboard a Ticonderoga Class Guided

Missile Cruiser with 350 crewmen. Noted for “encyclopedic knowledge” of ship’s gas turbine plant.

• Directed a $20M extended restricted availability (shipyard repair), with turn-key delivery under budget and two

weeks ahead of schedule. Passed subsequent initial Light Off with flying colors. Led the Engineering Training Team.

• Planned and led a “textbook” engineering and inter-deployment training cycle certification despite an extremely

abbreviated preparation cycle. Drove engineering department to achieve zero casualties during 6-month deployment.

• Directed the safe and expeditious transfer of millions of gallons of oils during high tempo battle group

deployments.

• Quote from Commanding Captain: “LT Erickson is a superlative, professional Surface Warfare Officer whose

drive, determination and dedicated work ethics have been the cornerstones of Engineering Department’s superb readiness ... his

performance throughout this tour has been nothing less than exemplary.”

USS DEYO (DD 989) - Norfolk, Virginia

Strike Officer / Gunnery Officer / Public Affairs Officer (2/99-3/01)

• Supervised 27 personnel in two distinct divisions onboard a Spruance Class Destroyer with 330+ personnel.

• Led 16 personnel in the operation and maintenance of the MK 86 Fire Control System and 5" 54 deck guns.

• Member of ship’s Combat Training Team and Strike Targeting Team – Guided Tomahawk and Harpoon watch

teams through a rigorous Cruise Missile Tactical Qualification, scoring 10% above Fleet average.

• Recipient of three additional Navy Achievement Medals for outstanding leadership, technical savvy, and job

performance throughout tenure. Also received Destroyer Squadron TWO’s Shiphandler of the Year Award.

• Selected by Commanding Officer as "my #1 junior officer". Personally trained several junior officers in all

areas of shiphandling and surface warfare.

• Served collaterally as ship’s Public Affairs Office to include Project Leader for DEYO's New Orleans Port Visit

Working Group. Oversaw all Navy support for the Grand Opening of the National D-Day Museum. Organized numerous social

functions, humanitarian support drives, and public relations initiatives throughout tenure.

SURFACE WARFARE OFFICER SCHOOL COMMAND – Newport, Rhode Island

Student (9/98-2/99)

• One of 50 selectees from 2500 applicants for the prestigious Seaman to Admiral Commissioning Program

(9/98).

• Graduated with distinction to include Top 10% of class and a 3.75 grade point average. Commissioned June

1998.

USS BRISCOE (DD 977) - Norfolk, Virginia

Gas Turbine Systems Technician / Main Engine Room Supervisor (1992-1998)

• Served 6+ years as an enlisted Gas Turbine Systems Technician prior to selection to commissioning program.

• Supervised technical training and maintenance of two engine rooms and associated support equipment. As the

technical authority on gas turbine engine and support equipment repair, ensured maximum material condition of the engineering

plant, supervising 38 tradesmen in equipment operation and maintenance.

• Smoothly transitioned from Engineman to Gas Turbine Systems Technician rating.

• Rewrote standing orders and operational procedures for the Engineering Division.

• Noted by superiors as "Briscoe's most knowledgeable Propulsion & Auxiliaries Control Console operator".

• Ship's only E-5 qualified as Engineering Officer of the Watch.

• Led and assisted with numerous complex mechanical repair projects to plant gas turbines and support

equipment - tasks normally handled at shipyard facilities.

• Championed detail-oriented and quality work from subordinates resulting in consistent ratings of "outstanding"

during several critical plant examination cycles.

• Awarded the coveted Navy Commendation Medal for skillfully leading the Engineering Division through two

arduous deployments. Also received three Navy Achievement Medals for outstanding overall performance.

• Available 08 FEB 2013. Willing to travel and/or relocate.

• Noteworthy Navy Awards Include: Navy Commendation Medals (3), Navy Achievement Medals (6),

Junior Officer Shiphandler Award, Battle Efficiency "E" Ribbons (6), Meritorious Unit Commendation

and numerous Letters of Commendation and Appreciation.



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