Career Development Fellowship at Washington Veterans to Technology (WAV2T) - Career Development Fellowship (2026-08 – Present)
- Configure IPv4/IPv6 networks, subnetting, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, and VPN technologies supporting interconnected systems.
- Administer Linux and Windows Server environments, including permissions, authentication, updates, system security, and troubleshooting.
- Configure Active Directory, LDAP, IAM, Group Policy, certificates, and authentication technologies supporting secure network access.
- Build and manage virtualized and cloud environments using virtual machines, storage, networking, monitoring, and traffic-management services.
- Apply scripting and automation concepts to streamline system administration, configuration, troubleshooting, and repeatable technical processes.
- Monitor and troubleshoot physical, virtual, and cloud infrastructure while applying networking and systems-administration principles relevant to SATCOM environments.
Senior Satellite Communication and Space Technician at United States Army (2023-05 – Present)
- Operate, integrate, maintain, and troubleshoot T2C2, Hawkeye, Airbus Ranger 1800, Phoenix, and Microwave Manpack SATCOM systems supporting expeditionary operations.
- Establish X-, C-, Ku-, and Ka-band satellite communications through terminal setup, antenna acquisition, peaking, polarization, and RF-path validation.
- Diagnose RF and communications faults using spectrum analyzers, signal generators, modem diagnostics, alarms, and link-performance measurements.
- Configure routers and switches supporting IP-based SATCOM networks, including addressing, subnetting, VLANs, routing, and switch-port configuration.
- Integrate, test, and validate SATCOM and prototype mission systems during operational missions and large-scale joint exercises while coordinating outages with technical partners.
Satellite Communications Systems Operator and Maintainer at United States Army (2022-05 – 2023-05)
- Operated and maintained tactical and strategic SATCOM systems supporting continuous communications requirements throughout the Korean Theater.
- Monitored MET/EBEM satellite links using Eb/No, BER, SNR, modem lock, alarms, and system indicators to identify degradation and sustain connectivity.
- Established and maintained a Terrestrial Critical Control Circuit, six strategic SATCOM links, and five tactical links supporting Eighth Army and USFK exercises.
- Performed RF and network fault isolation using spectrum analysis, modem diagnostics, equipment alarms, and IP-network troubleshooting; trained and certified 15 SATCOM crew members.
25S SATCOM Operator-Maintainer Technical Training at United States Army Signal School (2021-09 – 2022-04)
- Completed 29 weeks of intensive hands-on 25S training in SATCOM terminal operations, RF/electronic systems, IP networking, earth-station maintenance, and strategic communications.
- Installed, configured, aligned, operated, tested, maintained, and troubleshot tactical and strategic SATCOM systems while applying RF, AC/DC electronics, solid-state electronics, and signal-flow fundamentals.
- Established and validated satellite communications through terminal setup, antenna alignment, acquisition, peaking and polarization, modem/baseband configuration, IP networking, and end-to-end system testing.
- Performed electronic and RF fault isolation using test equipment, diagnostic procedures, technical manuals, and LRU-level troubleshooting to identify failures and restore communications.
- Completed 21 ACE-recommended semester hours in AC/DC electricity, electronics troubleshooting, routing, solid-state electronics, satellite communications, and communications systems maintenance.
Cleanup Volunteer at Augusta River Cleanup (2026-04 – 2026-04)
Participated in the Augusta River Cleanup, removing litter and debris from local waterways to promote environmental conservation and improve community spaces.
Meal Preparation Volunteer at Mountain View Lutheran Church (2021-09 – 2021-09)
Prepared PB&J meals and assembled food bags to support unhoused individuals in the local community.
Food Distribution Volunteer at MHA Nation Community Food Handout (2019-01 – 2019-01)
Supported large‑scale food distribution operations for local families by organizing supplies, preparing handout stations, and assisting with crowd flow.
