Web Résumé:
Joseph A. DeSmet
Virginia Beach, Virginia
(757) 468-0072

Offering a strong background in diverse Electronic Systems Operations, Maintenance and
Personnel Guidance.
- Proficient in personnel training, technical
guidance and coordination; provide documentation with emphasis in accountability.
Knowledgeable in Quality Control; monitor and analyze operations. Identify
potential problems for optimum readiness of systems.
- Skilled instructor; provide curriculum planning and development. Extensive
computer literacy in diverse systems, software and applications. Expertise in
secure data systems management. Ensure integrity of database and programmable
libraries. Have held up to TOP SECRET Security Clearance (SCI/TK).

Central Texas University
Killeen, Texas
General Studies
USN Certifications:
Electronics Tech - Pensacola, FL 13 mos; Specialized Systems - Virginia Beach, VA 1 wk;
Tactical Applications, 1 wk; Integrated Maintenance - Norfolk, VA 1 wk; Intelligence
Database, 1 wk; Leadership/Management, 2 mos; Damage Control, Firefighting, Safety, 6 mos;
Mainframe Systems/Messaging/Software, 1 mo; Xerox Maint, 1 mo; Security, 2 wks; Torpedo
Countermeasures, 1 mo; Personnel Instruction, 1 mo; Satellite Interface - Charleston, SC 1
wk.
USN Qualifications:
Radar, Navigation/Plotting, Radio Communications, et al. |

eMail: JosDeSmet@aol.com

1983 - 1998
U. S. Navy - Norfolk, Virginia/Various
Systems Operations /Maintenance Tech/Supervisor
Oversaw up to 25 personnel in diverse systems operations including warfare, radar and
secure data; collaterally provided training in expeditionary & amphibious forces
operations, fire support, planning, engineering & science, waterborne operations and
logistics. Coordinated on environmental & safety councils and security.
Recognized for providing timely/realistic training for officers and enlisted personnel in
diverse areas including amphibious, destroyer and tactical air control. Noted for
outstanding documentation, initiatives in correction of safety discrepancies and active
overall support. Recipient of two Navy Achievement Medals, advancement and more than
thirty Letters of Appreciation for excellence. |