Derek Sathre
Albert Lea, MN 507-***-**** ***********.****@*****.***
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/derek-electronic
Professional Summary
Entry-level Electronics/IT technician with U.S. Navy electronics training, AAS in Applied Electronics Studies, and ongoing B.S. in Computer Science. Hands-on assembly, soldering, and test experience across military and civilian settings. Fast learner known for quality execution, low error rate, and supporting technical operations under deadlines.
Education
Southern New Hampshire University — Bachelor of Science, Computer Science (In Progress)
2025 – 2028
Thomas Edison State University — AAS, Applied Electronics Studies
2019 – 2022
Riverland Community College — AS, Business
2017 – 2018
South Central College — AA, Liberal Arts & Sciences
2013 – 2016
U.S. Navy, Naval Surface Combat Systems School — Technical Military Training, Electronics
2007
Military Service
U.S. Navy — Aviation Electronics Technician Apprentice
2007 – 2008 San Diego, CA & Great Lakes, IL
- Completed Aviation Electronics Technician “A” School, covering AC/DC circuits, digital systems, solid-state devices, and radar/communications fundamentals.
- Applied training in troubleshooting, testing, and maintaining electronic systems at the apprentice level.
Professional Experience
Masterson Staffing Solutions – Printing Press Assistant (SMYTH) Austin, MN
Nov 2024 – Jan 2025
Masterson Staffing Solutions – Electronic Assembler (Itron) Waseca, MN
Feb 2024 – Apr 2024
Walmart – Overnight Stocker Owatonna, MN
Nov 2023 – Jan 2024
Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel – Slot Technician I Northwood, IA
Dec 2022 – Feb 2023
Interstate Packaging – General Laborer Albert Lea, MN
Oct 2021 – Dec 2022
Spherion – Light Assembly (Bosch) Owatonna, MN
Dec 2020 – Aug 2021
Express Employment – Production Technician (Wenger) Owatonna, MN
Apr 2020 – Sep 2020
Pro Staff – Customer Service Representative (Rust Consulting) Faribault, MN
Aug 2012 – Jul 2013
U.S. Navy – Aviation Electronics Technician (Training) San Diego, CA
May 2007 – Feb 2008
Earlier Temp & Entry-Level Roles Owatonna, MN
2005 – 2007
Skills
Electronics Safety
Multimeter, Oscilloscope, Function Generator and Multimeter Use
Soldering & Electronic Assembly
Data Entry
Customer Service
Python, Java, C++, & SQL
Problem-Solving & Adaptability
Computer Hardware & Systems Support