Jay Blackburn

Experience

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  US Navy

  Oct 2021 - May 2024

  Command-designated custodian of radioactive material (RAM) and officer in charge of technicians responsible for maintaining Nuclear primary and secondary fluid chemistry. Direct representative of the Engineer Officer, Executive Officer and Commanding Officer in matters relating to radiation health, exposure control and monitoring. Responsible for meeting federal and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) requirements. Engineering Department Divisional Officer leading a team of 15 mechanics to maintain propulsion and engine room equipment for a nuclear reactor aboard a naval submarine. Work with the Weapons Officer aboard SSN 784 to facilitate force protection drills in coordination with the Submarine Base and local law enforcement.

  • Chemistry and Radiological Officer

    Aug 2023 - May 2024

  • Main Propulsion Assistant (MPA)

    Oct 2021 - May 2024

  • Anti-terrorism Officer

    Oct 2021 - May 2024
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  US Navy - USS North Dakota

  Jan 2023 - May 2024

  Recreation Services Officer (RSO)

  Command leader for Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program. Financially rigorous oversight to meet federal regulations, coordination of people-oriented projects to fill personnel needs and promote crew involvement.

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  Kilda Group LLC (KG)

  May 2024 - now

  Management Consultant

  Working with federal entities for software enhancement and implementation.