Alexander Jackson
Temecula
Summary
Accomplished Navigation Systems Inspector with 25 years of experience in the US Navy, enhancing navigational accuracy and safety through rigorous quality control and strategic planning. Skilled in equipment inspection and team building, I have significantly improved operational standards and mentored sailors, demonstrating exceptional decision-making and communication abilities. Additionally, I have acquired significant experience in computer science through my education.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Navigation Systems Inspector
US Navy-Commander of Naval Surface Forces
02.2022 - Current
- Analyzed inspection results for identifying areas of improvement.
- Implemented corrective actions to resolve identified issues.
- Conducted thorough inspections by evaluating compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Reviewed documentation to verify adherence to regulatory requirements.
Assistant Navigator
US Navy
12.2017 - 02.2022
- Increased navigational accuracy by consistently updating and maintaining electronic charts and navigation tools.
- Promoted safe navigation in restricted visibility situations through proficient use of radar functions like target tracking and range scaling.
- Exercised strong decision-making skills during high-stress emergency scenarios while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Streamlined communication between bridge team members, fostering a collaborative working environment for successful navigation.
- Enhanced safety at sea by conducting regular equipment checks and implementing necessary maintenance procedures.
- Analyzed historical voyage data to identify trends and areas for improvement in navigational practices.
- Facilitated smooth port entries and exits by establishing strong communication with local maritime authorities.
- Increased accuracy in navigation by integrating advanced navigational technologies and software.
Training Assessor
US Navy
06.2014 - 12.2017
- Managed workload effectively by prioritizing tasks according to deadlines while maintaining attention to detail in all aspects of the assessment process.
- Produced reports with detailed evaluations.
- Provided guidance to both junior and senior sailors on navigation equipment procedures and safety guidelines.
- Became proficient in MS Excel for developing inspection reports.
Assistant Navigator
US Navy
04.2009 - 06.2014
- Coordinated project timelines, resources, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with the mission.
- Increased navigational accuracy by consistently updating and maintaining electronic charts and navigation tools.
- Promoted safe navigation in restricted visibility situations through proficient use of radar functions like target tracking and range scaling.
- Streamlined communication between bridge team members, fostering a collaborative working environment for successful navigation.
- Trained junior sailors in navigational practices, visual communications, and maritime safety.
Education
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06-2025
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ08-2023
Skills
- Quality control
- Visual inspections
- Inspection reporting
- Training and mentoring
- Safety awareness
- Equipment inspection
- Team building
- Strategic planning
- Excellent communication
- Decision-making
- Operations monitoring
- Ethics and Integrity
- Drug and Alcohol Prevention program coordination
- Software implementation
- Technical issue analysis
- IT risk management
- Technical reporting
- Technical documentation
- Web development
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Videoconferencing
- Windows 10
- Security protocols
Certification
- California Driver's License
- Assistant Navigator- US Navy- 2017 November
- Voyage Management System- US Navy- 2017 November
- Chief Petty Officer Leadership Development Course- US Navy- 2024 July
- NSLS Foundations of Leadership- National Society of Leadership and Success- 2023 November
Timeline
Navigation Systems Inspector
US Navy-Commander of Naval Surface Forces
02.2022 - Current
Assistant Navigator
US Navy
12.2017 - 02.2022
Training Assessor
US Navy
06.2014 - 12.2017
Assistant Navigator
US Navy
04.2009 - 06.2014
- California Driver's License
- Assistant Navigator- US Navy- 2017 November
- Voyage Management System- US Navy- 2017 November
- Chief Petty Officer Leadership Development Course- US Navy- 2024 July
- NSLS Foundations of Leadership- National Society of Leadership and Success- 2023 November
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Phoenix
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