PO2 Eric Hovland

PO2 Eric Hovland

Dates of Service: Sep 1997 - Aug 2007
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  • SR Sep 97
  • SA Nov 97
  • SN Aug 98
  • PO3 Sep 98
  • PO2 Feb 99

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Bio 

Over 13 years in electronics, including 9 years in the US Navy with increasing expertise in: RADAR and Navigation electronics, troubleshooting, maintenance, repairs, maintenance management, and supervision. Managed the qualifications of over 24 experienced technicians. Managed over 30 personnel and 6 stations during combat situations as Senior Combat Systems Officer of the Watch.

Military Experiences

Apr 2004 - Aug 2007
USS Denver (LPD-9)
Leading Petty Officer (LPO)
Re-qualified Electronics Area Supervisor and supervised the operation and maintenance of the shipboard electronics, communications and navigation systems during complex evolutions and casualty drill Managed, Coordinated the removal and installation of three major RADAR and communication system antennas involving over a dozen people from separate facilities to include crane services and contracted ship workers. Managed the installation of an entire new satellite communication suite onboard.
May 2002 - Apr 2004
Recruiter in Charge
Managed a small station encompassing over 1150 square miles Responsible for 2 government vehicles and $20k in government property. Created marketing strategies based on census information, contacts of interest, high school data, and Recruiter’s sources.
Jun 1999 - May 2002
USS McInerney (FFG-8)
Electronics Technician (ET)
Supervised the completion of more than twelve hundred man-hours of equipment calibration. Wrote and maintained the PM schedules associate with the RADAR division Successfully trained all Area technicians in the proper procedures and techniques for casualty control in accordance with established procedures and guidelines

Military Credentials

Professional Development Schools

Ended in Dec 2005

AN/WSN-7 Ring Laser Gyro

Ended in Mar 2002

Ended in Jun 1999

AN/SPS-49 RADAR

Ended in Mar 1999

Aims Mk XII IFF

Individual & Special Skill Schools

Ended in Jan 2004

Recruiter-in-Charge School

Certifications

Jan 2004

Professional Sales Coaching

Security Clearance
None / Expired

Personal Information

Interests
I am interested in high end technology and its application in the real world.
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