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CHRISTOPHER W. OWEN 103 Ray StreetFort Bragg, NC 28307(910)
436-2545 Home(910) 584-3785 [email protected]
GEOSPATIAL ENGINEER
CARTOGRAPHIC TECHNICIAN * GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST
* GEOSPATIAL ANALYST
Geospatial Engineer and Topographic Analyst able to collect,
analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic
surveys, aerial photographs, and
satellite data and prepare maps and other spatial data in
digital or graphic form for multiple purposes. Possess knowledge of
principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea,
and air and knowledge of electronic equipment and computer hardware
and software. Excellent supervisor, mentor, and leader. Graduate of
the Geospatial Engineer Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course,
NationalGeospatial Intelligence College, The School of
Geospatial-Intelligence, Ft. Belvoir, VA. Secret security
clearance.
TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY
Hardware - Digital Topographic Support System (DTSS), Maxvision
Workstation, Opt
ia WorkstationSoftware - Microsoft Office, ESRI GIS, Arc
Catalog, Spatial Analyst, Military Analyst, Arc Globe 3-D Modeler,
Arc Scene 3-D Modeler, Environmental Research Data
Analysis System (ERDAS), ARC Geographical Information System
(ARCGIS)
CAREER EXPERIENCE
United States Army 09/2002 - 11/2010Senior Topographical
Sergeant, 1 Brigade Combat Team (BCT), 82nd ABN Division, Ft.
Bragg, NC, 04/2006 - Present
Serve as Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge of the BCT
Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) Section. Collect and analyze
military geographic and imagery information
for the production of tactical decision aids. Predict terrain
and weather effects on the environment as it relates to command,
control, communication, computer, and intelligence systems. Work
with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
* Maintain, ensure operational readiness and accountability of
the Digital Topographic Support System (DTSS) and associated
automation valued at $1+ million.* Perform quality assurance on all
geospatial intelligence products.* Ensure the health, morale,
discipline and professional development of severalparatroopers.
Tools: digital cameras, global positioning system receivers,
plotter printers, radar based surveillance systems and
scanners.
Technology: analytical and scientific software, computer aided
design software,graphics or photo imaging software, information
retrieval or search software, and map creation software.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
* Established first GEOINT cell making streamlined, usable
geospatial products available for tactical leaders and commanders.*
Updated Standing Operating procedures for the newly created GEOINT
section.* Supervised timely completion of products for the brigade
completing 2,800 requ
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ests during the first six months.* Supported five different
agencies in Anbar with GEOINT products with praise by
all levels of command.* Mentored subordinates in preparation for
the Non-Commissioned Officer promotion board.* Developed detailed
training plan for integrating new Paratroopers into the GEOINT
cell.* Trained section on environmental research data analysis
system producing informative maps for combat missions.
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* Developed training for eight man engineer team on topographic
systems used forcivil development of the base.
* Commended for section's ability to provide advanced geospatial
products utilizing the GBS to download the most recent national
level data.* Maintained accountability of topographical vehicle and
equipment valued at $1.5 million.* Implemented risk assessment in
all operations resulting in zero injuries on return home.
Equipment Records/Parts Sergeant, 3-4 Cavalry, Schofield
Barracks, HI, 03/2003 -04/2006
Served as equipment records and parts clerk for a centralized
motor pool. Balanced the budget of $270,000. Updated services and
maintained records of repairs of
over 100 pieces of equipment. Maintained accountability of
$20,000 of repair parts. Also served as Squadron Key Control
NCO.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
* Selected to perform duties as logistical Noncommissioned
Officer for repair parts.* Provided 100 percent reliable support
for the Western Regional Command Operation Enduring Freedom-V
Shipping/Receiving Parts Specialist, Integrated Systems
Analysts/Lockheed Martin, Dearborn, MI, 09/1998 - 07/2002
Received, stored, and issued materials, equipment, and other
items for Integrated Systems Analysts who repaired and serviced
computers and automated systems for
a variety of customers mainly Ford Motor Company and the U. S.
Government. Keptrecords and compiled stock reports.
EDUCATION/TRAINING
American Sentinel University, Aurora, CO - Currently enrolled
and pursuing Bachelor of Science in Geographic Information Systems
- Estimated completion 2012
National Geospatial Intelligence College, School of
Geospatial-Intelligence, Ft.Belvoir, VA
GEOSPATIAL ENGINEER BASIC NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICER COURSE -
05/2009 (Geospatial Information and Services (GI&S) Production
Management and Project Planning, Geographic Information Systems
(GIS) for Advanced Analysis, Enterprise GIS Data Management and
Services, Tactical Decision Aid Data Analysis and Manipulation
Review,
Advanced Spatial Analysis for Geospatial Analysis, Remote Sensed
Imagery Review, Advanced Remotely Sensed Imagery Exploitation,
Terrain Visualization, GI&S Support to the Military Decision
Making Process and Weather Analysis, :Military Wri
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ting, Strategic Analysis of the Area of Operations Capstone
Exercise, Operational Analysis of the Area of Operations Capstone
Exercise, tactical Analysis of the
Area of Operations Capstone Exercise)
BASIC TOPOGRAPHIC ANALYST COURSE - 10/2006 (Fundamentals of
Topographic Analysis, Interpretation of Terrain Analysis Data Base,
Synthesis of Terrain Analysis Products, Introduction to Geospatial
Fundamentals, Introduction to Windows NT andDigital Topographic
Support System, Interpretation and Processing of Remotely Sensed
Imagery, Introduction to Geographic Information Systems, Combat
Terrain Information System Software, Command Post Exercise)
Davenport University, Dearborn, MI, Major: Self Directed
Management - fall 2001
* Macroeconomics* General Psychology* Introduction Law Cont.*
Principles of Marketing* Microeconomics * Business Ethics*
Principles of Accounting I* Microcomputer Applications* Principles
of Accounting II* Keyboarding for Professionals
Henry Ford Community College, Dearborn, MI, 1994 - 1998
