Serves as Gunners Mate 3rd Class aboard USS Curtis Wilbur (Jul 2022–Present). Operate, maintain, and ensure readiness of shipboard weapons systems such as the MK41 Vertical Launching System, small arms, crew-served machine guns and ordnance-handling equipment. Completed a successful 7-month deployment in the 7th Fleet AOR. Led and trained 9-member weapons team in safe weapons handling, preventive maintenance, and live-fire exercises, ensuring 100% mission-readiness for scheduled deployments. Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on multiple gun mounts and related systems, minimizing equipment downtime and maintaining zero safety incidents during operations. Managed ordnance inventory and conducted safety inspections to enforce compliance with Navy weapons safety and handling protocols. Coordinate with engineering and operations teams to support underway replenishments and combat exercises. Ready to transfer my military skills, knowledge and experience to the Deputy Sheriff role.
Graduated with High School Diploma. Relevant coursework included algebra, physics, and U.S. history. Developed teamwork, leadership, discipline, and strong physical fitness through extracurricular activities and community service—skills transferable to military and law enforcement roles.
7 Month Deployment in the 7th Fleet AOR (Asia), Surface Warfare, Advanced Tactical Training, TYCOM Sea Trails, Contractor Sea Trials, Readiness Evaluation 6, Final Battle Problem
Duty Armorer/Duty Gunners Mate, Duty Weapons Officer, Anti-Terrorism Training Team Member, Small Arms Line Coach, Crew-Served, Machine Guns Line Coach, Petty Officer of The Watch, Messenger of The Watch, Topside Sentry Rover, Launch Control Unit Operator, Fire Safety Watch
National Defense Ribbon
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Ribbon
Battle "E" Ribbon
Deployment Sea Service Ribbon
Expert Pistol Ribbon
Expert Rifle Ribbon