PO1 Philip Schroeder

Navy | Ocean Systems Technician Analyst

Dates of Service: Jul 1980 - Jul 2000

RETIRED

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A recent graduate of The University of North Carolina at Charlotte. I am a 20-year US Navy veteran, serving as a passive sonar operator, I positioned submarines for most of my career. I developed skills working with geospatial data and environmental variables to optimize hold time and improve tracking accuracy. Since leaving the Navy, I have gained experience in creating maps and using them to assign cell tower sectors to appropriate jurisdictions for emergency call processing. As part of the program I participated in at UNCC, we worked with local community leaders to effect change of the public perceptions of the Hidden Valley Neighborhood of Charlotte. I also surveyed area residents to learn about their feeling about recent light rail development adjacent to their neighborhoods. My interests include applications of GIS, cartography, remote sensing, as well as regional and community planning. I desire to work toward finding the win-win when it comes to keeping people in their homes while improving their neighborhood’s. Charlotte’s Hidden Valley community holds a special place in my heart. Once the place of dreams, it became a nightmare and is now working to reinvent itself, while developers see dollar signs. Social justice cannot be left solely to community organization and activists. Our communities are extensions of our homes. They are integral to our lives and a mirror of who we are! #geographer #humangeography #planningforpeople #aginginplace #remotesensing #usnavyretired #sosus #mcm #localizationandtracking #maps #surtass #antisubmarinewarfare #iap2 #exogeography

Military Experiences

Jan 1997 - Jul 2000

Computer Support Specialist

Communications Department | Naval Ocean Processing Facility Whidbey Island, WA

Responsible for computers, peripheral systems, and network components for 3 networks (internal secure, NIPRNET, and SIPRNET), as well as stand-alone computers both within the physical confines of the facility, two remote sites and aboard four Military Sealift Command (MSC) ships. The final project in this role was to conduct a complete inventory of all command non-tactical computer assets valued at over $750,000. In coordination with all departments and ships under the Command’s control, turned in the first clean inventory in the history of the unit and was awarded second Navy and Marine Corps Achievement medal for this effort. Installed/changed out desktop computer systems in office spaces. Working with network administrator, added, updated and removed user access permissions and access.

Oct 1996 - Jan 1997

Senior Sensor Operator

Operations Watch Section Two | Naval Ocean Processing Facility Whidbey Island, WA

Responsible for overseeing the contact analysis for up to five junior analysts operating either SOSUS or SURTASS Workstations. Operated Joint Maritime Command Information System (JMCIS) in exercise support. Operated STU-III secure voice telephone to relay tactical data in exercise support. Trained watch team of 25 in operational readiness as well as fire and security drills.

Sep 1994 - Oct 1996

Analysis Duty Officer

ORS Det | Commander Naval Forces Japan - Yokosuka, Japan

Responsible for the daily collection of classified reportable data, submission of periodic reports to higher level commands. Weekly briefings to the Admiral (Commander, US Naval Forces Japan) and his staff while on station at Fleet Activity, Yokosuka. Traveled to and from remote assignments lasting several months, using commercial transportation. Tasked with protection of sensitive classified information. Team member interacting on a daily basis in watch rotation with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) personnel to support their mission and provide technical and communications support. Responsibilities included handling cryptographic system components as a local key holder. Remote site classified document custodian. Developed a database identifying the location of each item in inventory, as well as tracking versions and updates, allowing the Detachment to acquire needed updates and destroy obsolete documents. • Received first Navy and Marine Corps Achievement medal for work cleaning up classified material inventory in preparation for Commander Undersea Surveillance (CUS) inspection.

Sep 1989 - Aug 1994

Target Data Processor Supervisor

Operations Watch Section Two, SURTOPS | Naval Ocean Processing Facility Ford Island, HI

Responsibilities included training subordinates as well as providing briefings to the on-coming watch team and daily morning briefings of the Commanding Officer. Oversaw ancillary analysis display utilization, operation and maintenance of data recording systems. Assisted in operational proficiency drill development and implementation. Developed and delivered training for the IAP-II for officers and enlisted personnel. Received additional training for shipboard trainer as well as completing training in curriculum development. • Received a Letter of Commendation for the Commander Undersea Surveillance Pacific (CUSP) for efforts to train IAP-II operators and officers.

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