Nick Anderson has been serving on Active Duty in the U.S. Navy for the last 10 years. He graduated from Saint Leo University with his B.A. in Accounting and is a graduate student at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, pursuing an M.B.A. in Finance. Born and raised in Huntsville, Alabama, Nick enlisted in the Navy at the age of 17. During his deployments onboard the USS Fort McHenry, he traveled to 23 countries on four continents, sailing roughly 42,000 nautical miles across 30 seas and five oceans. He currently resides in Meridian, Mississippi.
Fire Control Technicians (FT) are the Navy’s experts in maintaining and repairing the complex weapon control systems that enable submarines and surface ships to detect, track, and engage targets with torpedoes, missiles, and guns.
They specialize in fire control radars, … Click Here To Read the rest
Navy Aviation Machinist Mates (AD) are mechanics that service aircraft aboard carriers or on land.
An Aviation Machinist Mate is responsible for inspecting, testing, and making repairs on aircraft engines and propellers.
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A Navy Damage Controlman (FN) is responsible for standing engineering watches and performing minor maintenance repairs.
This rating is part of an apprenticeship opportunity that leads to training in various ratings in propulsion and precision welding/fabrication/plumbing.
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The United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps is a youth program sponsored by the U.S. Navy.
The program introduces participants to naval traditions, leadership concepts, and structured training activities.
The Navy Sea Cadet Program includes age-based divisions and emphasizes discipline, … Click Here To Read the rest
Service in the Navy Reserve typically includes recurring drill periods and scheduled training requirements.
In addition to required service commitments, Navy Reserve participation includes access to certain benefits tied to reserve status.
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