Profile

Disciplined and versatile professional with over two years of experience as a welder apprentice at Newport News Shipbuilding, supporting the construction and maintenance of Columbia and Virginia-class submarines and Ford-class aircraft carriers. Active service member in the Army National Guard (E3 Mortarman), with advanced weapons training and leadership responsibilities. Holds a Private Pilot License with over 60 hours of flight time and NAUI-certified diver credentials. Recognized for strong technical skills, reliability, and a commitment to teamwork across diverse, high-performance environments.

Professional Experience

Welder Apprentice

Newport News Shipbuilding – Newport News, VA
2022–Present

Over 2 years of experience welding U.S. Navy vessels, including Columbia and Virginia-class submarines and Ford-class aircraft carriers
Participated in coursework including CAD, ship construction, and flowchart-based logic programming (Flowgorithm)
Operates manual transmission vehicles and contributes to equipment inspections and readiness
Demonstrated consistent progress and reliability in a fast-paced, team-oriented industrial environment

Military Service

Mortarman (E3)

Army National Guard
2021–Present

Expert in mortar system operation under field conditions
Weapons proficiency: M4, M240, and M249
Volunteered for hurricane disaster relief efforts in Florida
Participated in inauguration-related community service
Recognized for leadership initiative and operational discipline

Leadership and Community Service

E3-ranked Mortarman in the Army National Guard
Volunteered for emergency response during Florida hurricane disaster
Participated in community support roles during 2025 U.S. presidential inauguration
Supported military-led community events and local safety initiatives
Assisted in community food distribution during national guard missions
Participated in team-led cleanups and logistics support for community-based projects
Aviation Academy – Promotional Video
Wind Energy Workforce Training – Promotional Video
Leadership Presentations – Participate in leadership presentations at Dutrow Elementary School
Food Pantry – Worked with local church and city food pantry
Shoe Drive – DHS shoe drive for community families in need
Denbigh Days Parade Participant
One City Marathon Community Support
Volunteer, Refugee Outreach – work with local churches to befriend and assist refugees living in our community
Deck Construction – for nonprofit Machen Retreat Center in McDowell, VA
High School Recognitions:
- Class President (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior & Senior years)
- Homecoming Court: 2019, 2021 (Homecoming King)
- Captain, Varsity Football: 2020, 2021
- Captain, Debate Team: 2020-2021
- Academic Bowl: 2021
- Captain, Varsity Wrestling: 2021-2022
- Captain, Debate Team: 2021-2022
- State Qualifier Wrestling: 2020
- Varsity Wrestling: 2018-2022
- Captain, Quarterback, JV Football: 2019
- Varsity Baseball Team: 2018-2020
- P.R.I.D.E. Leadership Group: 2018 – 2021

Certifications and Specialized Skills

OSHA 10 Certified
Private Pilot License – 60+ hours of flight time
NAUI Underwater Diver Certification
Expert Mortarman
Weapons Proficiency: M4, M240, M249
Stick, TIG, MIG, Flux Core Welding
Technical Skills:
- CAD Design
- Flowgorithm Coding
- Ship Construction Coursework
- 3D Printing
- 3D Printer Technician
- Flight Simulator
- Drone Piloting
Manual Transmission Operation

Education

Apprentice School – Newport News Shipbuilding

3101 Washington Avenue
Newport News, VA 23607
(757) 380-3809

Denbigh High School – Aviation Academy, Class of 2022

259 Denbigh Boulevard
Newport News, VA 23608
(757) 886-7700

References

Available Upon Request