Tour in SSBN-740 | Daniel Osterday https://www.danielosterday.com Jeweler & Aspiring Actor Tue, 15 Mar 2022 06:10:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.danielosterday.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/cropped-deo-2026-32x32.jpeg Tour in SSBN-740 | Daniel Osterday https://www.danielosterday.com 32 32 Navy E #3 https://www.danielosterday.com/navy-e-3/ Fri, 31 Dec 2004 08:00:15 +0000 http://www.danielosterday.com/?p=792 December 31, 2004]]>

Navy E, in USS Rhode Island SSBN-740(G).

December 31, 2004

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]]> Letter of Commendation https://www.danielosterday.com/letter-of-commendation-vadm-munns/ Tue, 30 Nov 2004 08:00:54 +0000 http://www.danielosterday.com/?p=522 November 30, 2004]]>
Charles L. Munns, VADM, USN Commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet

For professional achievement in the superior performance of his duties while serving as a member of Navigation Division in USS Rhode Island (SSBN 740)(Gold) from May 2000 to November 2004. Petty Officer Osterday consistently performed his demanding duties in an exemplary and highly professional manner. His qualification of all Navigation Division watches, which included Navigation Supervisor, added much needed flexibility to an undermanned and rapidly changing watchbill. His personal drive and adherence to the highest standards of excellence set an example for his peers and all junior personnel in the department. His extensive Navigation Subsystem knowledge led to his selection as Battle Stations Missile Navigation Supervisor and Central Workstation Operator, the two most critical positions in Strategic Navigation. Due to his discipline and tactical ability, he was hand-picked to stand Battle Stations Torpedo Contact Evaluation Plotter during a Tactical Readiness Evaluation. Petty Officer Osterday’s exceptional professional abilities, initiative and devotion to duty reflected credit upon himself and the United States Naval Service.

November 30, 2004

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]]> March 16, 2004 to November 19, 2004 https://www.danielosterday.com/march-16-2004-to-november-19-2004/ Fri, 19 Nov 2004 08:00:02 +0000 http://www.danielosterday.com/?p=217

EVALUATION REPORT
3/16/04 to 11/19/04

Jimmie L. Miller, LCDR, USN
USS Rhode Island SSBN-740(G)

  • Paygrade: E5
  • Professional knowledge: 5
  • Quality of work: 4
  • Equal opportunity: 3
  • Military bearing / Character: 3
  • Personal job accomplishment / Initiative: 4
  • Teamwork: 4
  • Leadership: 4
  • Individual trait average: 3.86
  • Promotion recommendation: Early Promote

Strategic Deterrent Patrol-3, Pre-patrol Training-3, Refit-2. Completed Supply Management Inspection, Operational Reactor Safeguards Examination, Tactical Readiness Evaluation, and Navy Technical Proficiency Inspection.

PRI: NAV ET-8. Responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of Navigational and Interior Communications equipment onboard a TRIDENT II SSBN.

COLL: Divisional Qualification Petty Officer-5; Intel Petty Officer-8

WATCH: Strategic Nav Supervisor-8; Quartermaster of the Watch-8; AEF-8; Bridge GPS Operator-8

This evaluation is submitted on the occasion of Petty Officer Osterday’s transfer to Trident Training Facility Bangor, WA. As one of my top Second Class Petty Officers, his level of involvement and technical expertise has been outstanding.

•  Consummate professional. He demonstrated superior knowledge and forceful backup in the areas of Strategic Navigation and Interior Communication systems during Command inspections and graded team trainers, often singled out as a top performer.

•  Recognized expert. He consistently provided his electronic navigation technical expertise as the Maneuvering Watch Bridge GPS Operator, directly contributing to the safety of RHODE ISLAND while piloting in restricted waters. Operating at the level of a seasoned First Class Petty Officer, he was relied upon to provide trustworthy backup and professional assistance in training Junior Officers on navigation and ship-handling.

Petty Officer Osterday requires little supervision and provides superior results. He consistently demonstrates sound judgement and unquestionable reliability. He has my strongest recommendation for advancement to First Class Petty Officer.

Awards: GWOT Expeditionary Medal; GWOT Service Medal; COMSUBLANT Letter of Commendation

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]]> Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal https://www.danielosterday.com/global-war-on-terrorism-expeditionary-medal/ Sat, 16 Oct 2004 07:00:47 +0000 http://www.danielosterday.com/?p=787 October 16, 2004]]>

Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, in USS Rhode Island SSBN-740(G).

October 16, 2004

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]]> March 16, 2003 to March 15, 2004 https://www.danielosterday.com/march-16-2003-to-march-15-2004/ Mon, 15 Mar 2004 08:00:58 +0000 http://www.danielosterday.com/?p=214

EVALUATION REPORT
3/16/03 to 3/15/04

Jimmie L. Miller, LCDR, USN
USS Rhode Island SSBN-740(G)

  • Paygrade: E5
  • Professional knowledge: 4
  • Quality of work: 4
  • Equal opportunity: 3
  • Military bearing / Character: 3
  • Personal job accomplishment / Initiative: 4
  • Teamwork: 3
  • Leadership: 3
  • Individual trait average: 3.43
  • Promotion recommendation: Must Promote

Strategic Deterrent Patrol-5, Pre-patrol Training-3, Refit-4. Completed Short Notice Navy Technical Proficiency Inspection, Midshipman Operations, and Tactical Readiness Evaluation. Awarded COMSUBRON SIXTEEN 2003 Navigation “N” and Battle Efficiency “E”.

PRI: NAV ET-12. Responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of Navigational and Interior Communications equipment onboard a TRIDENT II SSBN.

COLL: Assistant ISA/LAN Administrator-12; Divisional Qualification Petty Officer-12

WATCH: Navigation Supervisor-9; Quartermaster of the Watch-9

Petty Officer Osterday has demonstrated exceptional technical knowledge and ability during his tour onboard RHODE ISLAND.

•  Effective coordinator. The pointman in the installation of the new Navigation D5 Backfit System, he ensured the Navigation Subsystem conversion met all command requirements.

•  Excellent administrator. Expert on the shipboard LAN Administrative System. His drive and determination made up for lack of any formal training on the LAN System.

•  Top notch watchstander. Based on his watchstanding formality and professionalism, Petty Officer Osterday was hand selected to fill the Supervisor position during the recent D5 Backfit Certification Team Trainer. His organizational skills and sound technical knowledge directly contributed to a grade of Above Average, and successful crew certification.

Petty Officer Osterday consistently outperforms all expectations and is primed for any challenge. He is highly recommended for advancement to Petty Officer First Class.

Qualifications: Navigation Supervisor; Quartermaster of the Watch; Furuno Operator

Awards: Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal

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Navy E, in USS Rhode Island SSBN-740(G).

December 31, 2003

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]]> Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal https://www.danielosterday.com/navy-marine-corps-achievement-medal-1-cdr-clarke/ Wed, 24 Dec 2003 08:00:45 +0000 http://www.danielosterday.com/?p=530 December 24, 2003]]>
Peter J. Clarke, CDR, USN Commanding Officer, USS Rhode Island SSBN-740(G)

For professional achievement while serving as a member of Navigation Division in USS Rhode Island (SSBN 730)(Gold) from April to November 2003. Petty Officer Osterday consistently performed his demanding duties in an exemplary and highly professional manner. His expert technical knowledge and take charge attitude resulted in his qualification as Navigation Center Supervisor, one of a select few Navigation Operators in the submarine force to qualify on his first tour. Petty Officer Osterday’s outstanding performance as bridge GPS operator significantly improved the ship’s ability to conduct surfaced transits in all conditions, as demonstrated by the above average grade for navigation on the most recent Tactical Readiness Evaluation. His superb technical knowledge of the operation and maintenance of the commercial radar was instrumental in critical repairs to wiring, ensuring the radar was available for more than twenty-five surface transits. Additionally, he completed a key modification to the installation of a new commercial navigation system ensuring the system operated at full capacity. Petty Officer Osterday’s exceptional professional ability and loyal devotion to duty reflected great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

December 24, 2003

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]]> D5 Backfit SWS Navigation Conversion (NEC 14XM) https://www.danielosterday.com/d5-backfit-sws-navigation-conversion/ Fri, 10 Oct 2003 07:00:54 +0000 http://www.danielosterday.com/?p=410 October 10, 2003]]>
Trident Training Facility, Kings Bay, United States Navy 1040 USS Georgia Avenue, Kings Bay, GA 31547

D5 Backfit SWS Navigation Conversion (NEC 14XM)

October 10, 2003

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]]> March 16, 2002 to March 15, 2003 https://www.danielosterday.com/march-16-2002-to-march-15-2003/ Sat, 15 Mar 2003 08:00:18 +0000 http://www.danielosterday.com/?p=211

EVALUATION REPORT
3/16/02 to 3/15/03

Paul E. Savage, LCDR, USN
USS Rhode Island SSBN-740(G)

  • Paygrade: E5
  • Professional knowledge: 4
  • Quality of work: 4
  • Equal opportunity: 4
  • Military bearing / Character: 4
  • Personal job accomplishment / Initiative: 4
  • Teamwork: 4
  • Leadership: 4
  • Individual trait average: 4
  • Promotion recommendation: Must Promote

Refit-1, Strategic Deterrent Patrol-4, Refit Support-3, Pre-patrol Training-4. Completed Tactical Readiness Evaluation, Operational Reactor Safeguards Examination, Supply Management Inspection. Awarded the COMSUBRON TWENTY Tactical “T” and Deck Seamanship “D”.

PRI: NAV ET-12. Responsible for the safe operation and navigation of a TRIDENT II SSBN, and maintenance of ship control and navigation equipment.

COLL: Ship’s ISA/LAN Admin-12; Dept DCPO-12; Commercial Navigation Electronics-12

WATCH: Nav Watch-12; Below Decks-12; AEF-12; BCEF-12; Duty ET-12; POOD-12; Topside Sentry-12

Petty Officer Osterday is a true professional and model Sailor. He excelled in all assignments and demonstrated a level of judgement and maturity far above that of his peers. Specific accomplishments include:

•  Superb watchstander. Selected as Battle Stations Missile Nav Watch for his knowledgeable recommendations and forceful backup. Directly improved the performance of the Battle Stations Navigation Team.

•  Self-starter. Dedicated ISA/LAN Administrator. Spent numerous off-duty hours maintaining and upgrading the two shipboard LANs, often requiring interface with external organizations.

•  As Dept DCPO, he ensured 100% material readiness of all damage control equipment while training junior personnel on proper damage control response and equipment operation.

Petty Officer Osterday’s performance was consistently superb. He is highly recommended for advancement to Petty Officer First Class and programs leading to a commission.

Community involvement: Provided 300 hours of community service with emergency radio communications as a licensed Amateur Radio Operator

Awards: Good Conduct Medal; National Defense Service Medal

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Trident Training Facility, Kings Bay, United States Navy 1040 USS Georgia Avenue, Kings Bay, GA 31547

Navy Leadership Continuum

February 13, 2003

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