CHRISTOPHER W.

OWEN 103 Ray Street

Fort Bragg, NC 28307
(910) 436-2545 Home
(910) 584-3785 Mobile
coa01e2a@westpost.net
GEOSPATIAL ENGINEER
CARTOGRAPHIC TECHNICIAN * GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST * GEOSPATI
AL ANALYST
Geospatial Engineer and Topographic Analyst able to collect, analyze, and interp
ret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and
satellite data and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic fo
rm for multiple purposes. Possess knowledge of principles and methods for descri
bing the features of land, sea, and air and knowledge of electronic equipment an
d computer hardware and software. Excellent supervisor, mentor, and leader. Grad
uate of the Geospatial Engineer Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course, National
Geospatial Intelligence College, The School of Geospatial-Intelligence, Ft. Belv
oir, VA. Secret security clearance.
TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY
Hardware - Digital Topographic Support System (DTSS), Maxvision Workstation, Opt
ia Workstation
Software - Microsoft Office, ESRI GIS, Arc Catalog, Spatial Analyst, Military An
alyst, 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 - 11/2010
Senior Topographical Sergeant, 1 Brigade Combat Team (BCT), 82nd ABN Division, F
t. 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 effec
ts 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 Topog
raphic 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 several
paratroopers.
Tools: digital cameras, global positioning system receivers, plotter printers, r
adar based surveillance systems and scanners.
Technology: analytical and scientific software, computer aided design software,
graphics or photo imaging software, information retrieval or search software, an
d map creation software.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
* Established first GEOINT cell making streamlined, usable geospatial products a
vailable 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
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 promotio
n board.
* Developed detailed training plan for integrating new Paratroopers into the GEO
INT cell.
* Trained section on environmental research data analysis system producing infor
mative maps for combat missions.
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* Developed training for eight man engineer team on topographic systems used for
civil development of the base.
* Commended for section's ability to provide advanced geospatial products utiliz
ing 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 re
turn 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. Balanc
ed 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 pa
rts. Also served as Squadron Key Control NCO.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
* Selected to perform duties as logistical Noncommissioned Officer for repair pa
rts.
* Provided 100 percent reliable support for the Western Regional Command Operati
on 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 Integrate
d Systems Analysts who repaired and serviced computers and automated systems for
a variety of customers mainly Ford Motor Company and the U. S. Government. Kept
records and compiled stock reports.
EDUCATION/TRAINING
American Sentinel University, Aurora, CO - Currently enrolled and pursuing Bache
lor 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 I
nformation and Services (GI&S) Production Management and Project Planning, Geogr
aphic Information Systems (GIS) for Advanced Analysis, Enterprise GIS Data Manag
ement 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 Sup
port to the Military Decision Making Process and Weather Analysis, :Military Wri
ting, Strategic Analysis of the Area of Operations Capstone Exercise, Operationa
l 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 Pr
oducts, Introduction to Geospatial Fundamentals, Introduction to Windows NT and
Digital Topographic Support System, Interpretation and Processing of Remotely Se
nsed Imagery, Introduction to Geographic Information Systems, Combat Terrain Inf
ormation 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