Kenneth Roger Forbes is a highly experienced and decorated veteran with over 20 years of military service, including 11 years as a Force Reconnaissance Marine. He has extensive leadership, combat, and instructional experience, having served as an instructor for the II MEF Special Operations Training Group and Marine Special Operations School. Forbes maintains numerous military certifications and a secret security clearance. He currently works as a Weapons and Tactics Instructor, training Marines in skills such as close quarters battle, breaching, and visit board search and seizure.
This document discusses concepts for Marine Corps support to domestic civil authorities through Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) operations. It outlines key DSCA concepts including command relationships, pre-scripted mission assignments, sea-based responses, and pre-staging of equipment. The document also provides details on Marine Expeditionary Force Liaison Officer assignments to FEMA regions and "dual-use" Marine Corps and Navy capabilities that support emergency support functions.
William Sine is a dynamic and goal-oriented professional with 10 years of experience in the United States Marine Corps, centered around reconnaissance teams. He possesses extensive leadership, team-building, and supervisory experience from leading reconnaissance teams on over 125 missions in Iraq and other countries. Sine's skills and training include reconnaissance, tactical combat casualty care, weapons maintenance, program instruction development, and helicopter operations. He has a Secret Security Clearance and certifications in areas such as tactical combat casualty care, crew served weapons, airborne operations, and range safety officer.
Death Dealer Radar: Volume 1, Issue 1 (April 2018)Aaron Hrdlicka
Death Dealer Radar is the FRG Newsletter for Delta Battery, 3rd Battalion, 2nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment. This month, we take a look back on key training highlights and ceremonies in preparation for deployment.
Nicky Baggett has over 28 years of experience in naval special warfare and maritime operations. He has extensive training and experience in maritime tactics, port security, counterterrorism, and special operations. Currently, he works as a tactical consultant and owns a company that provides maritime tactical solutions. He has trained over 1000 special forces operators and has developed training programs for maritime special operations.
The document provides a training handbook for convoy leaders conducting long haul operations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. It outlines the convoy leader training program of instruction, which covers troop leading procedures, standard operating procedure development, and tactical exercises. The handbook also provides templates and guidelines for convoy planning, including warning order formats, pre-combat checks, risk management matrices, and battle drills. The overall purpose is to train convoy leaders to plan for and counter level I and II threats during convoy operations.
This document provides a summary of the multinational Eager Lion exercise that took place in Jordan over two weeks involving over two dozen countries. The exercise tested interoperability between conventional and unconventional militaries and was deemed a success. U.S. and foreign observers noted the impressive tactical execution of missions by combined forces and how the experience increased efficiency and allowed sharing of tactics between partners. Participants felt it provided invaluable training that could not be replicated in their home countries.
David Zanni served in the Navy from 2011 to 2014, holding roles including Seaman Recruit, Seamen, and Logistics Specialist. He completed various military training courses covering topics such as firefighting, supply operations, security force techniques, and weapons handling. His military experience and training would relate to civilian occupations involving logistics, stock handling, and maritime roles.
1. Beluga ships traveling through the Gulf of Aden follow a 4 stage routine to prepare for and conduct safe passage. This includes crew training, communication with naval forces, preparing the ship for potential pirate attacks, and conducting a guarded group transit.
2. During transit, ships report hourly to naval forces and Beluga, remain on high alert with fire pumps and lookouts ready, and are prepared to take evasive maneuvers.
3. After passage, ships return to normal security levels and debrief crew on the transit experience. Beluga also communicates any sightings or incidents to other ships in transit.
This document discusses concepts for Marine Corps support to domestic civil authorities through Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) operations. It outlines key DSCA concepts including command relationships, pre-scripted mission assignments, sea-based responses, and pre-staging of equipment. The document also provides details on Marine Expeditionary Force Liaison Officer assignments to FEMA regions and "dual-use" Marine Corps and Navy capabilities that support emergency support functions.
William Sine is a dynamic and goal-oriented professional with 10 years of experience in the United States Marine Corps, centered around reconnaissance teams. He possesses extensive leadership, team-building, and supervisory experience from leading reconnaissance teams on over 125 missions in Iraq and other countries. Sine's skills and training include reconnaissance, tactical combat casualty care, weapons maintenance, program instruction development, and helicopter operations. He has a Secret Security Clearance and certifications in areas such as tactical combat casualty care, crew served weapons, airborne operations, and range safety officer.
Death Dealer Radar: Volume 1, Issue 1 (April 2018)Aaron Hrdlicka
Death Dealer Radar is the FRG Newsletter for Delta Battery, 3rd Battalion, 2nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment. This month, we take a look back on key training highlights and ceremonies in preparation for deployment.
Nicky Baggett has over 28 years of experience in naval special warfare and maritime operations. He has extensive training and experience in maritime tactics, port security, counterterrorism, and special operations. Currently, he works as a tactical consultant and owns a company that provides maritime tactical solutions. He has trained over 1000 special forces operators and has developed training programs for maritime special operations.
The document provides a training handbook for convoy leaders conducting long haul operations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. It outlines the convoy leader training program of instruction, which covers troop leading procedures, standard operating procedure development, and tactical exercises. The handbook also provides templates and guidelines for convoy planning, including warning order formats, pre-combat checks, risk management matrices, and battle drills. The overall purpose is to train convoy leaders to plan for and counter level I and II threats during convoy operations.
This document provides a summary of the multinational Eager Lion exercise that took place in Jordan over two weeks involving over two dozen countries. The exercise tested interoperability between conventional and unconventional militaries and was deemed a success. U.S. and foreign observers noted the impressive tactical execution of missions by combined forces and how the experience increased efficiency and allowed sharing of tactics between partners. Participants felt it provided invaluable training that could not be replicated in their home countries.
David Zanni served in the Navy from 2011 to 2014, holding roles including Seaman Recruit, Seamen, and Logistics Specialist. He completed various military training courses covering topics such as firefighting, supply operations, security force techniques, and weapons handling. His military experience and training would relate to civilian occupations involving logistics, stock handling, and maritime roles.
1. Beluga ships traveling through the Gulf of Aden follow a 4 stage routine to prepare for and conduct safe passage. This includes crew training, communication with naval forces, preparing the ship for potential pirate attacks, and conducting a guarded group transit.
2. During transit, ships report hourly to naval forces and Beluga, remain on high alert with fire pumps and lookouts ready, and are prepared to take evasive maneuvers.
3. After passage, ships return to normal security levels and debrief crew on the transit experience. Beluga also communicates any sightings or incidents to other ships in transit.
Mark Edmonson is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps with 18 years of experience leading teams of varying sizes in operations, security, and training roles. He has a Secret security clearance and managed assets valued at over $14 million. Edmonson has extensive experience in personnel management, risk management, security operations, and training and has received multiple awards for his performance. He is proficient in Microsoft Office and seeking a new career opportunity leveraging his leadership, operations, and strategic planning experience.
Drew A. Kelly has over 10 years of experience in training and leadership development in fields like engineering, program management, and logistical support. He has supervised and trained over 250 military personnel in challenging environments supporting operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. His experience includes roles in engineering supervision, leadership development, program management, team building, training, logistics support, and presentations. He has received multiple awards for his leadership and performance, including the Joint Commendation Medal.
This document summarizes the military experience and training of an honorably discharged combat veteran who served as a Sergeant Heavy Anti-Armor Weapons Paratrooper in Kosovo, Afghanistan, and Iraq. It details their leadership roles and additional duties, as well as training courses completed, including Primary Leadership Development, Airborne Training, and Heavy Anti-Armor Weapons Infantry training. Military experience spans from 2000 to 2004 serving in the Army as a Private, Specialist, and Sergeant in the infantry and heavy anti-armor specializations.
This document provides guidance from the Commandant of the Marine Corps on advancing the Marine Corps over the next four years. It outlines five focus areas: people, readiness, training/experimentation, integration with naval/joint forces, and modernization. The guidance emphasizes maintaining high quality personnel, decentralizing training while adhering to maneuver warfare principles, and modernizing through new technologies. Specific objectives include reviewing force structure, growing cyber and electronic warfare capabilities, ensuring leaders have time to train units pre-deployment, and reenergizing support for Marines after they leave active service. The overall goal is for the Marine Corps to remain the nation's crisis response force and be most ready when the country is least ready.
This document summarizes the military experience and training of Andrew Lee Grabhorn including his roles and ranks in the Navy from 2009 to 2013. It shows that he served as a Boatswain's Mate, advancing from Seaman Recruit to Petty Officer Third Class. It also lists relevant coursework including shipboard firefighting training and Navy security force sentry qualification courses involving weapons and self defense.
This document provides guidance for the Command Master Chief program in the Navy. It outlines the selection process and responsibilities for Fleet Master Chiefs, Force Master Chiefs, Command Master Chiefs, Chiefs of the Boat, and Command Senior Chiefs. It details eligibility requirements and discusses assignments, entitlements, and the roles of commanders in the program. The Command Master Chief program is intended to ensure effective leadership and development of sailors.
This document provides the 36th Commandant's initial planning guidance for the Marine Corps. It outlines several priorities, including enhancing recruitment screening to evaluate psychological resilience, addressing gaps in leadership at the non-commissioned officer level, and improving personnel stability and unit cohesion. The Commandant intends to guide the Marine Corps to be ready to meet its expeditionary mission and win future battles by focusing on leadership, warfighting capabilities, and balanced readiness across the force.
- Gunnery Sergeant Marcelo N. Caldas was born in Brazil in 1977 and joined the United States Marine Corps in 1996, serving multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan as an aircraft mechanic, aerial observer, and combat aircrewman.
- He has since served as a Drill Instructor at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and is currently fulfilling duties as an Assistant Marine Officer Instructor while also augmenting at Officer Candidate School.
- Over his career he has received numerous awards including the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal and Air Medal, and continues to serve the Marine Corps after over 20 years of service.
The document outlines the responsibilities and priorities of the United States Marine Corps Aviation program. It discusses that Marine aviation is an integral part of expeditionary operations that provides close air support, transport, and other capabilities. The Deputy Commandant for Aviation is focused on ensuring readiness now and in the future through initiatives like increasing monthly flight hours, improving training programs, consolidating testing operations, standardizing procedures, and fostering a safety-focused culture. The overall goal is for Marine aviation to be a flexible, well-trained force that can respond quickly to any crisis or threat.
Carlos Henriquez has over 30 years of experience in international security operations and leadership in the United States Navy, culminating as the Base Services Department Head at Naval Station Mayport in Jacksonville, FL from 2011-2016. He led departments of up to 55 personnel and oversaw all base services and security operations. Prior to that, from 2007-2011 he was a Senior Advisor for the Naval Criminal Investigative Service, leading a team of 25 that conducted security assessments worldwide. He holds an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice and is pursuing a degree in Sports Management from Jacksonville University.
The document provides guidance on close quarters battle and room clearing techniques for SWAT teams. It discusses principles like surprise, speed, and violence of action. It outlines procedures for stacking at the entry point, breaching doors, entering and clearing rooms, communicating status updates, handling unknown individuals, and rehearsing tactics. Key rules include never clearing alone, maintaining muzzle awareness, and not stopping movement or scanning until the room is fully cleared.
My career goals are to become a SWAT team member. SWAT team members earn $61,000 annually rescuing hostages, dealing with dangerous criminals, and providing assistance on drug raids and serving warrants. I am considering attending the University of Maryland, a public school with both in-state tuition of $22,433 and out-of-state tuition of $39,804 for a bachelor's degree program. Other options include California Lutheran University, a private school requiring a minimum of 42 credits for admission located in Thousand Oaks, CA, and Boise State University, located in Boise, Idaho where I would need a high school diploma and 2.0 GPA to enroll. To join a SWAT
Close Quarter Battle - A (Thankfully) Changing ParadigmCQB TEAM
Ever thought all those courses you took in Close Quarter Battle just got you hurt? They didn't quite make sense? Buttonhook and hope? Here's a better way.
By Rye from CQB-TEAM.
The document discusses different tactical room entry methods and techniques for clearing rooms and hallways safely and efficiently as a team. It describes the closed and dispersed stacks for entering a room with a closed door, with the heavy side entering first. Key steps for clearing a room are outlined, such as clearing the doorway, corners, and dominating the room. Techniques are provided for clearing corners using near-far and high-low methods. Methods for quickly clearing hallways and stairs are also reviewed.
The document provides guidance on close quarters combat (CQC) techniques for military units operating in urban environments. It discusses organizing soldiers into fire teams of 2-4 individuals and clearing buildings in a systematic manner by first moving tactically outside and entering buildings quickly. Key elements of CQC addressed include controlling weapons, clearing hallways, intersections, stairwells, and rooms while maintaining overlapping fields of fire and sectors of responsibility. The document emphasizes speed, violence of action, and surprise to gain control of rooms and eliminate threats during clearing operations.
This document outlines principles and tactics for close quarters battle (CQB). It discusses the 3 principles of CQB: speed, surprise, and violence of action. It also covers the 8 fundamentals of CQB, initiative based tactics, room clearing procedures and responsibilities, hallway procedures, and other CQB techniques. Emphasis is placed on rehearsal to ensure operators default to their training under stress.
Terron D. Jackson has over 15 years of experience in the United States Marine Corps in areas such as security management, training, leadership, and education. He has extensive experience overseeing security plans and coordinating events in foreign countries. Additionally, he has trained over 250 Marine Corps students and taught over 150 hours of formal instruction. Jackson also led teams of Marines and coordinated logistical requirements for international training events. He has a background in organizational development, problem solving, and critical thinking.
Brandon T. Cox has over 8 years of experience in the United States Marine Corps as a drill instructor and aircraft rescue firefighter. He has trained and supervised personnel, making critical decisions in high stress environments. Cox is experienced in weapons handling, tactical execution, and mission planning. He has received extensive training in martial arts instruction, marksmanship, non-lethal weapons, combat swimming, combat lifesaving, and leadership skills.
Andrew T. Squires has over 20 years of experience in the military and manufacturing industries. He currently works as a Bakery Teammate at Price Chopper, where he provides excellent customer service and bakes breads and donuts. Squires also serves as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army National Guard, where he counsels soldiers, achieves recruitment goals, and has experience as a cavalry scout, armor crewman, and helicopter repairer from his time in the Marine Corps. He holds an Associate's degree in General Studies from Grantham University and has received several awards and honors for his military service.
James Dinwoodie has over 28 years of experience in leadership, management, operations, training and supervision in the United States Marine Corps and Department of State. He has led Marines in combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan and supervised security operations at US embassies abroad. Dinwoodie developed training strategies and revised standard operating procedures to improve effectiveness. He has planned operations including the activation of Marine security detachments at 20 embassies worldwide and the redeployment of 10,000 service members from overseas.
Steven M. Pope has over 20 years of experience in the United States Army, including serving as an infantryman and recruiter NCO. He has obtained an MBA in Project Management from Grantham University and a BA in Technical Management from DeVry University. Pope is detail-oriented, organized, and eager for new opportunities to utilize his skills in areas such as document control, time management, and problem solving.
Mark Edmonson is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps with 18 years of experience leading teams of varying sizes in operations, security, and training roles. He has a Secret security clearance and managed assets valued at over $14 million. Edmonson has extensive experience in personnel management, risk management, security operations, and training and has received multiple awards for his performance. He is proficient in Microsoft Office and seeking a new career opportunity leveraging his leadership, operations, and strategic planning experience.
Drew A. Kelly has over 10 years of experience in training and leadership development in fields like engineering, program management, and logistical support. He has supervised and trained over 250 military personnel in challenging environments supporting operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. His experience includes roles in engineering supervision, leadership development, program management, team building, training, logistics support, and presentations. He has received multiple awards for his leadership and performance, including the Joint Commendation Medal.
This document summarizes the military experience and training of an honorably discharged combat veteran who served as a Sergeant Heavy Anti-Armor Weapons Paratrooper in Kosovo, Afghanistan, and Iraq. It details their leadership roles and additional duties, as well as training courses completed, including Primary Leadership Development, Airborne Training, and Heavy Anti-Armor Weapons Infantry training. Military experience spans from 2000 to 2004 serving in the Army as a Private, Specialist, and Sergeant in the infantry and heavy anti-armor specializations.
This document provides guidance from the Commandant of the Marine Corps on advancing the Marine Corps over the next four years. It outlines five focus areas: people, readiness, training/experimentation, integration with naval/joint forces, and modernization. The guidance emphasizes maintaining high quality personnel, decentralizing training while adhering to maneuver warfare principles, and modernizing through new technologies. Specific objectives include reviewing force structure, growing cyber and electronic warfare capabilities, ensuring leaders have time to train units pre-deployment, and reenergizing support for Marines after they leave active service. The overall goal is for the Marine Corps to remain the nation's crisis response force and be most ready when the country is least ready.
This document summarizes the military experience and training of Andrew Lee Grabhorn including his roles and ranks in the Navy from 2009 to 2013. It shows that he served as a Boatswain's Mate, advancing from Seaman Recruit to Petty Officer Third Class. It also lists relevant coursework including shipboard firefighting training and Navy security force sentry qualification courses involving weapons and self defense.
This document provides guidance for the Command Master Chief program in the Navy. It outlines the selection process and responsibilities for Fleet Master Chiefs, Force Master Chiefs, Command Master Chiefs, Chiefs of the Boat, and Command Senior Chiefs. It details eligibility requirements and discusses assignments, entitlements, and the roles of commanders in the program. The Command Master Chief program is intended to ensure effective leadership and development of sailors.
This document provides the 36th Commandant's initial planning guidance for the Marine Corps. It outlines several priorities, including enhancing recruitment screening to evaluate psychological resilience, addressing gaps in leadership at the non-commissioned officer level, and improving personnel stability and unit cohesion. The Commandant intends to guide the Marine Corps to be ready to meet its expeditionary mission and win future battles by focusing on leadership, warfighting capabilities, and balanced readiness across the force.
- Gunnery Sergeant Marcelo N. Caldas was born in Brazil in 1977 and joined the United States Marine Corps in 1996, serving multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan as an aircraft mechanic, aerial observer, and combat aircrewman.
- He has since served as a Drill Instructor at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and is currently fulfilling duties as an Assistant Marine Officer Instructor while also augmenting at Officer Candidate School.
- Over his career he has received numerous awards including the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal and Air Medal, and continues to serve the Marine Corps after over 20 years of service.
The document outlines the responsibilities and priorities of the United States Marine Corps Aviation program. It discusses that Marine aviation is an integral part of expeditionary operations that provides close air support, transport, and other capabilities. The Deputy Commandant for Aviation is focused on ensuring readiness now and in the future through initiatives like increasing monthly flight hours, improving training programs, consolidating testing operations, standardizing procedures, and fostering a safety-focused culture. The overall goal is for Marine aviation to be a flexible, well-trained force that can respond quickly to any crisis or threat.
Carlos Henriquez has over 30 years of experience in international security operations and leadership in the United States Navy, culminating as the Base Services Department Head at Naval Station Mayport in Jacksonville, FL from 2011-2016. He led departments of up to 55 personnel and oversaw all base services and security operations. Prior to that, from 2007-2011 he was a Senior Advisor for the Naval Criminal Investigative Service, leading a team of 25 that conducted security assessments worldwide. He holds an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice and is pursuing a degree in Sports Management from Jacksonville University.
The document provides guidance on close quarters battle and room clearing techniques for SWAT teams. It discusses principles like surprise, speed, and violence of action. It outlines procedures for stacking at the entry point, breaching doors, entering and clearing rooms, communicating status updates, handling unknown individuals, and rehearsing tactics. Key rules include never clearing alone, maintaining muzzle awareness, and not stopping movement or scanning until the room is fully cleared.
My career goals are to become a SWAT team member. SWAT team members earn $61,000 annually rescuing hostages, dealing with dangerous criminals, and providing assistance on drug raids and serving warrants. I am considering attending the University of Maryland, a public school with both in-state tuition of $22,433 and out-of-state tuition of $39,804 for a bachelor's degree program. Other options include California Lutheran University, a private school requiring a minimum of 42 credits for admission located in Thousand Oaks, CA, and Boise State University, located in Boise, Idaho where I would need a high school diploma and 2.0 GPA to enroll. To join a SWAT
Close Quarter Battle - A (Thankfully) Changing ParadigmCQB TEAM
Ever thought all those courses you took in Close Quarter Battle just got you hurt? They didn't quite make sense? Buttonhook and hope? Here's a better way.
By Rye from CQB-TEAM.
The document discusses different tactical room entry methods and techniques for clearing rooms and hallways safely and efficiently as a team. It describes the closed and dispersed stacks for entering a room with a closed door, with the heavy side entering first. Key steps for clearing a room are outlined, such as clearing the doorway, corners, and dominating the room. Techniques are provided for clearing corners using near-far and high-low methods. Methods for quickly clearing hallways and stairs are also reviewed.
The document provides guidance on close quarters combat (CQC) techniques for military units operating in urban environments. It discusses organizing soldiers into fire teams of 2-4 individuals and clearing buildings in a systematic manner by first moving tactically outside and entering buildings quickly. Key elements of CQC addressed include controlling weapons, clearing hallways, intersections, stairwells, and rooms while maintaining overlapping fields of fire and sectors of responsibility. The document emphasizes speed, violence of action, and surprise to gain control of rooms and eliminate threats during clearing operations.
This document outlines principles and tactics for close quarters battle (CQB). It discusses the 3 principles of CQB: speed, surprise, and violence of action. It also covers the 8 fundamentals of CQB, initiative based tactics, room clearing procedures and responsibilities, hallway procedures, and other CQB techniques. Emphasis is placed on rehearsal to ensure operators default to their training under stress.
Terron D. Jackson has over 15 years of experience in the United States Marine Corps in areas such as security management, training, leadership, and education. He has extensive experience overseeing security plans and coordinating events in foreign countries. Additionally, he has trained over 250 Marine Corps students and taught over 150 hours of formal instruction. Jackson also led teams of Marines and coordinated logistical requirements for international training events. He has a background in organizational development, problem solving, and critical thinking.
Brandon T. Cox has over 8 years of experience in the United States Marine Corps as a drill instructor and aircraft rescue firefighter. He has trained and supervised personnel, making critical decisions in high stress environments. Cox is experienced in weapons handling, tactical execution, and mission planning. He has received extensive training in martial arts instruction, marksmanship, non-lethal weapons, combat swimming, combat lifesaving, and leadership skills.
Andrew T. Squires has over 20 years of experience in the military and manufacturing industries. He currently works as a Bakery Teammate at Price Chopper, where he provides excellent customer service and bakes breads and donuts. Squires also serves as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army National Guard, where he counsels soldiers, achieves recruitment goals, and has experience as a cavalry scout, armor crewman, and helicopter repairer from his time in the Marine Corps. He holds an Associate's degree in General Studies from Grantham University and has received several awards and honors for his military service.
James Dinwoodie has over 28 years of experience in leadership, management, operations, training and supervision in the United States Marine Corps and Department of State. He has led Marines in combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan and supervised security operations at US embassies abroad. Dinwoodie developed training strategies and revised standard operating procedures to improve effectiveness. He has planned operations including the activation of Marine security detachments at 20 embassies worldwide and the redeployment of 10,000 service members from overseas.
Steven M. Pope has over 20 years of experience in the United States Army, including serving as an infantryman and recruiter NCO. He has obtained an MBA in Project Management from Grantham University and a BA in Technical Management from DeVry University. Pope is detail-oriented, organized, and eager for new opportunities to utilize his skills in areas such as document control, time management, and problem solving.
Benjamin R. White is seeking a position and has over 20 years of experience in the United States Navy as a Boatswain's Mate, where he trained and supervised personnel in ship maintenance duties. He has received numerous awards and honors for his service, including the Army Commendation Medal and Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. White has extensive skills in leadership, management, problem-solving, and Microsoft Office software.
Michael Mancuso is a US Marine Corps veteran with over 15 years of experience as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) and subject matter expert in close air support and fire support. He has deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan where he controlled fixed and rotary-wing aircraft and planned complex joint operations. Currently he works as a JTAC instructor and subject matter expert, training Navy and Marine Corps personnel.
Michael Mancuso is a US Marine Corps veteran with extensive experience as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) and subject matter expert in close air support and fire support coordination. He has over 15 years of experience instructing other service members in JTAC operations and controlling fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. Currently he works as a JTAC SME for the Navy and Marine Corps, instructing courses on joint fires observation and close air support.
The document provides a summary for Walter A. Jenkins Jr., including his contact information, professional summary, education, and experience. It details his 20 years of experience in the U.S. Marine Corps leading ammunition and logistics operations under arduous combat conditions. It also outlines his roles managing global supply chains and logistics for Honeywell and as Ammunitions Chief and Logistics Chief for the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit and 10th Marines, where he supervised over 40 and 200 personnel respectively.
This document provides a summary of Robert Marcotte's career experience in the U.S. Navy focusing on electronic warfare and training. Over 30 years, he held several leadership roles including Electronic Warfare Action Officer, Information Operations Subject Matter Expert, Operations Department Leading Chief Petty Officer on the USS Enterprise, Division Leading Chief Petty Officer on the USS Saipan, and Recruit Company Commander. He has expertise in electronic warfare operations, training, and management and is cleared for top secret information.
This document is a resume for Stuart D. Gates, who is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps with 6 years of experience seeking a position as a conservation officer or park ranger. He has a secret security clearance and experience leading teams and managing risk while protecting assets valued over $$$. His resume outlines his professional experience including roles as a personnel supervisor, range safety officer, and artillery section leader in the Marine Corps, and lists his education and certifications.
The document provides a summary of Eugene Greathead's background and qualifications. He is a U.S. Army Special Forces Senior Noncommissioned Officer with over 15 years of experience in combat operations, intelligence analysis, and managing security projects. He has a Bachelor's degree in Strategic Studies and is pursuing a second degree. He has numerous military certifications and awards.
Leonard Jaramillo is a US Navy Chief with 15 years of service who is seeking a new career opportunity. He has extensive leadership experience, having led teams of up to 88 personnel and mentored recruits and junior sailors. He has received multiple achievement and commendation medals for his exemplary service and meeting challenging objectives.
This document is the citation awarding the Distinguished Service Cross to Specialist Craig D. Warfle for his heroic actions while deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom on August 18, 2010. It describes how Specialist Warfle distinguished himself under heavy enemy fire by providing effective suppressive fire with his squad automatic weapon, which allowed other Rangers to assault enemy positions and get wounded Rangers to safety, resulting in at least 16 enemy fighters killed and the removal of two Taliban provincial commanders.
This document contains the resume of Alexander F Szinnyey, who is transitioning out of the USMC in October 2016 after 11 years of service including 3 combat deployments. He has extensive experience in security operations, leadership, combat skills, and weapons handling from his time as an infantryman and team leader in the FAST Company. His resume outlines his qualifications and skills that are applicable to security positions.
John W. Sury has over 20 years of experience as a police officer and served over 23 years in the Army National Guard. He has extensive leadership experience training and advising military and police personnel both domestically and abroad. Sury holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and an Associate's degree in Administration of Justice. He is proficient in firearms, self-defense, investigations, and communication skills.
Robert Wayne is seeking a position with a fast-growing government contracting company. He has over 15 years of experience in business analysis, consulting, sales, and operations management. His background includes experience in the US military providing tactical support and establishing communication systems. He offers skills in research, analysis, financial modeling, contract development, and more.
Rene Reyna Jr. is seeking a permanent, full-time position and has over 20 years of experience as a Boatswain Mate in the U.S. Navy. He has held roles such as supervisor, trainer, rigging captain, repair parts petty officer, coxswain, and crane operator. Reyna also has experience working in a warehouse and coaching softball. He is bilingual in English and Spanish and has various qualifications, certifications, and security clearance.
Calob Snow has over 6 years of experience as a Marine Security Guard, providing security at United States embassies in Kuwait City and Kuala Lumpur. He is trained in areas such as crowd control, responding to terrorist attacks and emergencies, and the use of lethal and less-than-lethal force. Prior to that, he spent 3 years as a Firearms and Combat Tactics Trainer and Communications Specialist in the Marine Corps, where he developed Marines' skills with various weapons and maintained effective radio communication during military operations.
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Kenneth Roger Forbes
505 Raintree Rd.
Jacksonville, NC 28540
Home: 910-467-5009
Cell: 910-467-5009
kenneth.forbes71@yahoo.com
Motivated, ambitious and competent team player that is capable of working in various
challenging and demanding environments. Exceptional operational leadership and tactical
experience attributed to multiple deployments throughout Africa, Europe, Central
America and Iraq. Over 20 years of military service has led to vast knowledge, ranging
from managerial to advanced military skills. Served as an instructor at both II MEF
Special Operations Training Group and Marine Special Operations School, instructed
combat Marksmanship, Close Quarters Battle, explosive and mechanical breaching and
Visit Board Search Seizure. Maintains a current DOD secret Security Clearance.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:
- II MEF Special Operations Training Group Qualified Close Quarters Battle
Team Member.
- II MEF Special Operations Training Group Qualified Breacher.
- II MEF Special Operations Training Group, Special Missions Branch
Instructor of Reconnaissance and Surveillance.
- II MEF Special Operations Training Group, Special Missions Branch
Instructor of Explosive Breaching.
- II MEF Special Operations Training Group, Special Missions Branch
Instructor of Precision Raids.
- 11years experience as a Force Reconnaissance Marine.
- 2D Reconnaissance Battalion, Battalion Training Chief Operations Chief, Plt
Sergeant.
- II MEF SOTG VBSS Lead Instructor.
- 2D Marine Special Operations School Close Quarters Battle Instructor.
- Marine Special Operations School Weapons and Tactics Instructor.
- Weapons and Tactics Instructor NEK Advanced Securities Group.
WORK HISTORY:
2010 - Present NEK Services, Inc., Camp Lejeune, NC
Billet:. Weapons and Tactics Instructor.
- Lead instructor for II MEF SOTG Visit, Board, Search and Seizure course.
- Weapons and Tactics Instructor with NEK Advanced Securities group.
- Set up and ran II MEF SOTG Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Course.
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- Trained the 22nd, 24th, 26th MEU Marines in combat marksmanship with rifle
and pistol.
- Trained the 22nd, 24th, 26th MEU Marines in Close Quarters Battle.
- Trained the 22nd, 24th, 26th MEU Marines in Visit Board Search and Seizure.
- Trained the 22nd, 24th, 26th MEU Marines in Thermal, Ballistic, Mechanical
Breaching.
- Visit, Board, Search, Seizure Lead Instructor for 3rd Marine Special
Operation Battalion Training Cell
- Close Quarter Battle Lead Instructor for 3rd Marine Special Operation
Battalion Training Cell.
- Trained Marine Special Operations Teams in combat marksmanship with rifle
and pistol.
- Trained Marine Special Operations Teams in Close Quarters Battle.
- Trained Marine Special Operations Teams in Thermal, Ballistic, Mechanical
Breaching.
- Trained Marine Special Operations Teams in Urban Movement Techniques.
- Trained Marine Special Operations Teams in Assault Planning.
2007 – 2010 2D Reconnaissance Battalion
Billet: Platoon Sergeant
- Lead a Reconnaissance Plt through 12 pre-deployment exercises.
- Maintained accountability of over one million dollars of equipment.
- Conducted combat missions in sniper operations, combat reconnaissance,
direct action precision raids via foot and vehicles.
- Organized, trained and managed 25 Marines and Sailors as a Plt Sgt 2d
Reconnaissance Bn.
- Maintained the proficiency of 25 Marines as a Platoon Sergeant in military
freefall operations, amphibious operations, diving operations, sniping
operations, close quarters battle operations, breaching operations, helicopter
rope suspension master operations, communication skills, photography skills,
desert operations, mobility operations and all other aspects of being
Reconnaissance Marine
- Maintained and tracked the proficiency of 630 marines of 2D Reconnaissance
Bn on all ITS standards as the Training Chief for 2D Reconnaissance Bn.
- Weapons and Tactics Instructor with NEK Advanced Securities group.
- Trained the 22nd, 24th, 26th MEU Marines in combat marksmanship with rifle
and pistol.
- Trained the 22nd, 24th, 26th MEU Marines in Close Quarters Battle.
- Trained the 22nd, 24th, 26th MEU Marines in Visit Board Search and Seizure.
- Trained the 22nd, 24th, 26th MEU Marines in Thermal, Ballistic, Mechanical
Breaching.
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2003 – 2007 II MEF Special Operations Training Group, Special Missions Branch
Billet: Instructor
- Instructed Marine Special Purpose Force in Urban Reconnaissance
techniques.
- Responsible for training Force Reconnaissance Marines in Precision Combat
Marksmanship and precision raid techniques.
- Lead Instructor responsible for training Infantry Marines in Precision Raid
techniques.
- Instructed Marine Special Purpose Force in explosive, ballistic and
mechanical breaching.
- Instructed Marine Special Purpose Force in Reconnaissance and Surveillance.
- Instructed Marine Special Purpose Force Commanders and Staff in planning
and execution of Direct Action Precision Raids.
- Instructed Marine Special Purpose Force in Visit, Board, Search and Seizure
training.
- Instructed Marine Special Purpose Force in foot patrol, vehicle, helicopter,
and boat insertion techniques.
- Mentored an Iraqi Special border Battalion in Battalion, Company, and
Platoon Infantry Operations on over 15 combat missions, as well as daily
garrison military operations.
- Instructed Marine Special Purpose Force in Urban Reconnaissance
techniques.
- Responsible for training Force Reconnaissance Marines in Precision Combat
Marksmanship and precision raid techniques.
- Lead Instructor responsible for training Infantry Marines in Precision Raid
techniques.
- Instructed Marine Special Purpose Force in explosive, ballistic and
mechanical breaching.
- Instructed Marine Special Purpose Force in Reconnaissance and Surveillance.
- Instructed Marine Special Purpose Force Commanders and Staff in planning
and execution of Direct Action Precision Raids.
- Instructed Marine Special Purpose Force in Visit, Board, Search and Seizure
training.
- Instructed Marine Special Purpose Force in foot patrol, vehicle, helicopter,
and boat insertion techniques.
1998– 2003 II MEF 2D Force Reconnaissance Company
Billet: Reconnaissance Marine
- Lead a Force Reconnaissance Team in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
- Lead a Force Reconnaissance Team in support of JTF Liberia
- Assisted in the establishment of a Multi National peace keeping force in
support of JTF Liberia.
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- Provided PSD support for embassy personnel in support of JTF Liberia.
- Supported the 22,24,26 MEU
1990-1998 2nd Marine Division
Billet: Infantry Marine
EDUCATION:
School of Infantry, Amphibious Reconnaissance Course, II MEF SOTG Urban
Reconnaissance Course, II MEF SOTG Close Quarters Battle Course, II MEF SOTG
Breacher Course, II MEF SOTG HRST Master Course, II MEF SOTG Urban Assault
Course, Basic Airborne, Military Free Fall Parachute Course, Jerry Barnhart Combative
Marksmanship Course, Instructor Management Course, OEMS Immediate Casualty
Response Course, Mountain Warfare Training Center, Squad Leaders Course, Infantry
Platoon Sgt Course, High Risk Personnel (HRP) .
CLEARANCE:
- Secret
CERTICATIONS:
- Dynamic Entry Advanced Course.
- II MEF Special Operations Training Group Close Quarters Battle.
- II MEF Special Operations Instructor.
- II MEF Special Operation Dynamic Entry Instructor.
- II MEF Helicopter Rope Suspension Training Master.
- Range Safety Officer Camp Lejeune.
- Skills For Advanced Marksmanship (SLAM).
- MARSOC Reconnaissance, Surveillance, and Target Acquisition.
- MARSOC Remote Observation Post (ROP) – MUGI.
- MARSOC Special Operations Tactical Video System.
- Advanced Concealed Carry Gunfight Tactics Course.
Kenneth Roger Forbes
505 Raintree Rd.
Jacksonville, NC 28540
Home: 910-467-5009
Cell: 910-467-5009
kenneth.forbes71@yahoo.com