Kaden Dohm

Kaden Dohm

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Submarine Officer | Operational Planner | Certified Naval Nuclear Engineer | Quality Assurance Supervisor | Leader

  • Education

    • United States Naval Academy

      2016 - 2020
      Bachelor of Science - BS Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering Valedictorian of USNA Class of 2020; 3.98/4.00

      Activities and Societies: Trident Scholar; Men's Lightweight Rowing Team; Executive Officer of 1st Company; Phi Kappa Phi; Tau Beta Pi

    • Wayzata High School

      2012 - 2016
      High School Diploma

      Activities and Societies: National Honor Society Officer; Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club

  • Experience

    • Los Alamos National Laboratory

      Jun 2017 - Jul 2017
      Research Intern

      - Developed and tested new experimental techniques to 3D-print ultraviolet-cured explosives to prevent internal fracturing

    • Naval Postgraduate School

      Jun 2018 - Jul 2018
      Research Intern

      - Interned with the Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Department- Installed a T-63 turboshaft engine in a test facility and conducted vibration testing to ensure adequate installment- Developed a comprehensive data acquisition program in MATLAB to collect inputs from multiple thermocouples and pressure transducers during operation in order to gather data for several master theses

    • United States Department of Defense

      Jul 2019 - Aug 2019
      Analyst Intern

      - Interned with OPNAV N5i6 at the Pentagon- Engaged in round table discussions on national security strategy and planning with the Vice Chief of Naval Operations, Director for Strategy, Plans, and Policy for the Joint Staff (J5), and the Director of the Office of Net Assessment- Participated in national security and international relation discussions with the National Security Council, State Department, Center for Strategic and International Studies, Center for Strategic Budgetary Assessments, and the Heritage Foundation Show less

    • United States Naval Academy

      May 2020 - Oct 2020
      COVID Response Officer

      - Developed standard administrative and operational procedures to indoctrinate 1,100 freshmen in USNA Class of 2024 while mitigating the spread of COVID. Expanded the program to facilitate the return of 4,400 Midshipmen from summer break- Led a team of 30 Junior Officers and Midshipmen to conduct daily operations for personnel in quarantine- Developed and supervised a remote training program for the professional development of 150 Midshipmen in quarantine

    • US Navy

      Nov 2020 - Apr 2022
      Prospective Nuclear Officer

      Naval Nuclear Power School and Training Unit- Trained and led a team of 12 nuclear-trained mechanics, reactor technicians, chemists, and electricians in operations, maintenance, and casualty response of a nuclear reactor plant. Graduated with distinction in top 15% of the class

    • USS Florida Blue

      May 2022 - now

      - Developed daily and campaign-level operational plans for 88 days of continuous maritime combat operations in the Red Sea culminating in Tomahawk strikes against Houthi Rebel anti-ship capabilities in Operation Poseidon Archer- Coordinated and executed two classified missions, six strait transits, a Suez Canal transit, and received the Battle Efficiency award from Submarine Squadron 16 for exceptional performance of duties in supporting European and Middle East Ops- Maintained the ship’s self-assessment audit and monitor program to mitigate hazards & risk in operations- Conducted 3 criminal investigations for improper equipment use, violations of HIPAA, and a breach of classified material Show less

      • Quality Assurance Officer and Deputy Engineer

        Aug 2024 - now
      • Operations and Intelligence Officer

        Jul 2023 - Jul 2024
      • Director of Reactor Chemistry and Radiological Controls

        Sept 2022 - Jul 2023
      • Director of Reactor Controls

        May 2022 - Feb 2023
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • ASA 101, Basic Keelboat Sailing

      American Sailing Association
      May 2021
      View certificate certificate
    • Submarine Advanced Firefighting

      Naval Submarine School
      Nov 2022
    • Quality Assurance Supervisor

      Naval Submarine School
      Jul 2024
    • Nuclear Engineer

      Naval Reactors
      Sept 2023
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Kaden Dohm
      Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal United States Navy Aug 2020 Professional achievement as Plebe Summer Isolation Care Coordinator, United States Naval Academy from May 2020 to August 2020. Ensign Dohm created, executed, and supervised the feeding, medical scheduling, general training and care for more than 92 plebes. Normally a position filled by a seasoned lieutenant, Ensign Dohm flawlessly coordinated with multiple entities to ensure the safety, well-being, and training of plebes that were placed under his care. Meticulous attention to detail and… Show more Professional achievement as Plebe Summer Isolation Care Coordinator, United States Naval Academy from May 2020 to August 2020. Ensign Dohm created, executed, and supervised the feeding, medical scheduling, general training and care for more than 92 plebes. Normally a position filled by a seasoned lieutenant, Ensign Dohm flawlessly coordinated with multiple entities to ensure the safety, well-being, and training of plebes that were placed under his care. Meticulous attention to detail and proactive planning allowed him to provide policies and procedures that will be used for future Brigade reforms. Ensign Dohm's exceptional professionalism, unrelenting perseverance, and loyal devotion to duty reflected great credit upon him and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. Show less
    • Awarded to Kaden Dohm
      Admiral Frank B. Kelso II, Class of 1956 Award United States Naval Academy May 2020 Awarded to the graduate with the highest class rank entering the Submarine Community
    • Awarded to Kaden Dohm
      Chief of Naval Operations Distinguished Graduate Award United States Naval Academy May 2020 Granted to Midshipmen that display exemplary leadership achievement
    • Awarded to Kaden Dohm
      Class of 1967 Captain Michael J. Smith, USN, Memorial Award United States Naval Academy May 2020 Presented to that midshipman of the graduating class who is judged by the Chairman of Aerospace Engineering Department to be the outstanding student, based on academic, athletic, & leadership achievement in the astronautics track of the Aerospace Engineering Major
    • Awarded to Kaden Dohm
      Gardner L Caskey Memorial Prize United States Naval Academy May 2020 Awarded to Valedictorian of USNA Class of 2020 from the Office of the Superintendent
    • Awarded to Kaden Dohm
      Lieutenant Junior Grade Patrick K. Inglis, USN, Memorial Award United States Naval Academy May 2020 Awarded to Valedictorian of USNA Class of 2020
    • Awarded to Kaden Dohm
      Peruvian Naval Medal of Honor to Merit United States Naval Academy May 2020 Awarded to Valedictorian of USNA Class of 2020
    • Awarded to Kaden Dohm
      Veterans of Foreign Wars Prize US Naval Academy May 2020 Awarded to Valedictorian of USNA Class of 2020