US Naval Officer
Resume:
ARMANDO ZARCO
***** ******* ******, ********* #***, Corpus Christi, Texas 78418
************@*****.***
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Hardworking, highly motivated, adaptable, and performance-driven professional, with progressive experience in all facets of aviation maintenance and operations as well as project management and scheduling. Equipped with strong competencies in overseeing government organizations and professional development initiatives. Exemplify expertise in management, communication, and strategic planning, complemented with innate ability to direct departmental employees and programs while coordinating department missions. Well-versed in implementing changes and compliance parameters to ensure optimum efficiency and productivity as well as successful attainment of organizational goals. Armed with extensive training and in-depth familiarity of mission analysis, course of action development, and implementation of plans. Possess exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills; capable of performing and completing assigned tasks in a timely and accurate manner. Articulate communicator with working knowledge of the Spanish language.
CAREER OVERVIEW
Project Management and Completion
- Exemplified versatility and multitasking skills in assuming various positions, such as being an Assistant Schedule Officer, Special Projects Officer, and Treasurer.
- Managed the completion of current projects as well as planned future functions in support to squadron morale and welfare.
- Rendered expert oversight in completing assigned tasks in a timely manner to ensure execution of aircraft flight.
Scheduling and Administration
- Prepared flight schedules for the following day in collaboration with the Operations Department.
- Administered proper paperwork while performing necessary repairs.
Leadership, Training, and Staff Development
- Provided strong leadership in planning and supervising a squadron function while closely monitoring purchased tickets for more than 50 Naval officers and family members of the United States Navy–Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron One (VX-1).
- Worked with various Navy Aircrew members, provide assistance in executing several in-flight duties while overseeing the operation of radar and weapon systems in turbojet, helicopter, or propeller aircraft.
- Received assignment to train, lead, and supervise new technicians.
Technical Operations and Maintenance
- Functioned as aviation electronics technician (AT), responsible for repairing various advanced electronics systems in the world.
- Performed repair jobs, such as flight deck troubleshooting of the electronic weapons system on the F/A-18 Hornet and F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet as well as altering computer circuit cards in an air-conditioned shop.
- Rendered efficient service in troubleshooting and repairing a number of complex electronics systems.
- Oversaw the installation field changes and alterations to avionics systems.
- Identified aircraft needing repairs through regular participation in work center meeting.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES NAVY, OPERATIONAL TEST AND EVALUATION SQUADRON ONE (VX-1) - NAS PATUXENT RIVER, MD
Assistant Scheduling Officer, 2010
Key Contributions and Accomplishments:
- Ensured first class, quality service and red carpet treatment to all guests, resulting in total customer satisfaction, referrals, and repeat business.
- Broadened technical skills and knowledge of more than 300 personnel by designing and developing first draft of the VX-1 Pioneers Family Newsletter.
UNITED STATES NAVY, USS RONALD REAGAN - NORFOLK, VA AND SAN DIEGO, CA
Aviation Electronic Technician 3rd Class Petty Officer, 2003–2005
Key Contributions and Accomplishments:
- Earned recognitions and several awards for notable performance, including National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and Navy Good Conduct Medal, and enlisted as Aviation Warfare Specialist.
- Maximized workflow of the operations by efficiently overseeing daily projects, ensuring resolution of all assigned repairs to prevent delays.
- Made use of all latest test equipment and procedures; obtained and completed training in repairing systems operations such as communications, navigation, infrared detection, radar, laser, electronics, fiber optics, and digital computers.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science in General Science, 2010
United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD
Program in Naval Academy Preparatory School, 2006
Newport, RI
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Aviation Preflight Indoctrination (API), 2011
Introductory Flight Screening (IFS), 2010
Navy Airman Apprenticeship School, 2003
AWARDS AND HONORS
Navy Achievement Medal
Navy Unit Commendation
Navy Good Conduct Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Navy Expert Rifle Ribbon
Navy Expert Pistol Ribbon
Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION
United States Navy
Multiple Roles in Leadership and Aviation Maintenance
ACTIVITIES
United States Naval Academy (USNA) Astronomy Club
Society for Hispanic Professional Engineers
United States Naval Academy Latin American Studies Club
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook
PC Hardware Repairs and Operating Systems
Basic Website Development Tools
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