Howard Cooks
Virginia Beach
Summary
Detail oriented professional with strengths in operational risk management, signal intelligence analysis, and team collaboration. Proven ability to deliver time-sensitive intelligence reports that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry level Intelligence position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cryptologic Technician (Collection)
US Navy Reserves
06.2024 - Current
- Analyzed signals intelligence to identify potential threats and support mission objectives.
- Operated advanced cryptographic systems to ensure secure communications across various platforms.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance operational efficiency in data collection processes.
- Developed and implemented training programs for junior technicians on signal analysis techniques.
- Provided time-sensitive intelligence reports, contributing to actionable decision-making for national security objectives.
- Conducted thorough assessments of collected data to maintain accuracy and integrity of intelligence reports.
Aviation Structural Mechanic
Amentum
06.2024 - 03.2026
- Conducted thorough inspections of aircraft structures to identify and resolve defects.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on airframe components, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Utilized advanced tools and equipment for structural modifications and installations on F/A-18 Superhornet
- Assisted in training junior mechanics on best practices for structural repair techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented quality control measures during repairs to ensure adherence to industry standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to execute repair schedules, enhancing workflow efficiency and turnaround times.
Aviation Structural Mechanic
US Navy
07.2019 - 06.2024
- Utilized advanced tools and equipment for structural modifications and installations on various aircraft types.
- Documented maintenance activities and inspections in accordance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, streamlining processes to enhance productivity within the maintenance team.
- Completed complex repair jobs, demonstrating strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence in all aspects of aircraft maintenance work.
- Maintained main and auxiliary hydraulic power systems, actuating subsystems and landing gear on various naval aircraft.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thornton Township High School
Harvey, ILSkills
- Operational risk management
- Training and mentoring
- Time-sensitive reporting
- Information assurance compliance
- Collection management process
- Direction finding techniques
- Sensitive compartmented information
- Signal intelligence analysis
- Intelligence report writing
- Willingness to learn
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
Certification
Active Top Secret/SCI eligible
CI Polygraph
Timeline
Cryptologic Technician (Collection)
US Navy Reserves
06.2024 - Current
Aviation Structural Mechanic
Amentum
06.2024 - 03.2026
Aviation Structural Mechanic
US Navy
07.2019 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Thornton Township High School