Tour in SSN-23 | Daniel Osterday

November 16, 2007 to August 4, 2008

Daniel Osterday — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 07:00:39 +0000

EVALUATION REPORT
11/16/07 to 8/4/08

Ralph B. Lydick, LCDR, USN
SDS-5 Det. Undersea Research & Development

Paygrade: E6
Professional knowledge: 5
Quality of work: 5
Equal opportunity: 3
Military bearing / Character: 4
Personal job accomplishment / Initiative: 4
Teamwork: 4
Leadership: 4
Individual trait average: 4.14
Promotion recommendation: Early Promote

Deployed 46 days onboard USS JIMMY CARTER (SSN 23), providing operational and technical expertise in the execution of Multi-Mission Platform operations during the ship’s first Western Pacific deployment. Completed Depot Phased Maintenance Availability (DPMA).

PRI: Mission Navigation-6

COLL: Project Yeoman-6; Mission Planning-9; Training Petty Officer-6; SharePoint Web Portal Administrator-9; Qualification Exam Petty Officer-6

WATCH: Sensor Supervisor-9; CBA Handling Supervisor-9; Mission Navigation Watch-9 (at sea); EES-1 Inport Technician (in port)

Submitted on the occasion of Petty Officer Osterday’s transfer to USS HENRY M. JACKSON (SSBN-730). OUTSTANDING INDIVIDUAL! His exceptional leadership ability directly contributed to Detachment Undersea Research & Development (DET UR&D) and USS JIMMY CARTER’s (SSN 23) highly successful inaugural deployment and Depot Phased Maintenance Availability (DPMA).

• Dynamic manager. Managed and supervised the administration requirements for 46 enlisted and 6 officers. His managerial abilities and leadership was directly responsible in the accomplishment of all administrative requirements critical to DET UR&D’s success.

• Outstanding mentor. Single handily took four newly reporting personnel and assisted in their qualification of critical watches in support of future command employment.

• Skillful technician. As a member of Mission Navigation Division, his in depth knowledge and uncompromising work ethic were key to the completion of all divisional maintenance and repairs. His efforts ensured the highest state of material readiness for a sophisticated and unique Multi-Mission Platform Integrated Navigation System.

Petty Officer Osterday consistently displays seasoned natural leadership and an infectious work ethic. He has my STRONGEST recommendation for selection to Chief Petty Officer.

Qualifications: EES-1 Technician

Education: J-NETCORE (NEC 2735)

Awards: NAM (2nd); Navy Unit Commendation; Navy Expeditionary Medal; Battle-E; Good Conduct Medal; Sea Service Ribbon

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Good Conduct Medal #3

Daniel Osterday — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 07:00:43 +0000

David A. Honabach, CDR, USN Commanding Officer, USS Jimmy Carter SSN-23

Electronics Technician First Class (SS) Daniel E. Osterday is issued this certificate in recognition of faithful, zealous and obedient Naval service.

June 28, 2008

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Information Systems Administrator (NEC 2735)

Daniel Osterday — Thu, 01 May 2008 07:00:36 +0000

Center for Information Dominance, United States Navy 640 Roberts Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32511

Journeyman-Networking Core / ISA (NEC 2735)

May 1, 2008

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Navy E #4

Daniel Osterday — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 08:00:00 +0000

Navy E, in Submarine Development Squadron Five, Detachment Undersea Research & Development.

December 31, 2007

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Navy Expeditionary Medal

Daniel Osterday — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 08:00:31 +0000

Navy Expeditionary Medal, in USS Jimmy Carter SSN-23.

December 6, 2007

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Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal #2

Daniel Osterday — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 08:00:06 +0000

David A. Honabach, CDR, USN Commanding Officer, USS Jimmy Carter SSN-23

For professional achievement while serving as a member of Mission Navigation Division in Submarine Development Squadron Five, Detachment Undersea Research & Development onboard USS Jimmy Carter (SSN 23) from July to December 2007. Petty Officer Osterday consistently performed his demanding duties in an exemplary and highly professional manner. As Mission Navigation Watch, he was a key contributor in the planning of mission time lines, operational area familiarization, and multi-mission platform (MMP) operations during the ship’s inaugural mission vital to national security. His acute navigation skills were instrumental in ensuring the Mission Control Officer was able to perform all aspects of MMP operations with flawless employment of mission assets. His detailed knowledge of the climate, physical oceanography, and geographic constraints of the mission areas directly contributed to the ship’s success and ability to adapt during this pivotal period. Petty Officer Osterday’s managerial ability, personal initiative, and unswerving devotion to duty reflected credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

December 1, 2007

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Navy Unit Commendation

Daniel Osterday — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 08:00:15 +0000

Navy Unit Commendation, in USS Jimmy Carter SSN-23.

November 30, 2007

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November 16, 2006 to November 15, 2007

Daniel Osterday — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 08:00:48 +0000

EVALUATION REPORT
11/16/06 to 11/15/07

David F. Reische, CDR, USN
SDS-5 Det. Undersea Research & Development

Paygrade: E6
Professional knowledge: 4
Quality of work: 5
Equal opportunity: 3
Military bearing / Character: 4
Personal job accomplishment / Initiative: 4
Teamwork: 4
Leadership: 4
Individual trait average: 4.0
Promotion recommendation: Must Promote

Deployed 252 days onboard USS JIMMY CARTER (SSN 23), providing operational and technical expertise during Multi-Mission Platform Sea Trials, completion of Initial Operational Capability, Operational Readiness Evaluation, and ship’s first Western Pacific deployment.

PRI: Command SharePoint Web Portal Administrator-12

COLL: Mission Planning-12; Training Petty Officer-9; Qualification Exam Petty Officer-12

WATCH: Sensor Supervisor-12; Side Scan Operator-12; DS/OAS Operator-12; Cargo Bay Handling Supervisor-7; Mission Navigation Watch-12; Cargo Bay Handler-12 (at sea)

Petty Officer Osterday is a critical member of Mission Navigation division. His astute attention to detail and knowledge of Multi-Mission Platform (MMP) navigation was instrumental in the unprecedented success of USS JIMMY CARTER (SSN 23) and DET UR&D.

• Meticulously accurate. Prepared 14 extensive mission plans consisting of over 210 days of operations supporting tactical navigation, safety of ship and sensor employment. His tireless efforts ensured success through 6 MMP phase trials, 3 mission work ups, and a TYCOM / ISIC Operational Readiness Evaluation.

• Leader and team builder. Trained, and supervised six Share Point web portal administrators. Devoted over 500 hours developing the web portal, a resource serving 200 personnel with 1.2 terabytes of data, including more than 3000 manuals, drawings, and workspace documentation, supporting USS JIMMY CARTER’s CNO mission reporting.

• Tireless mentor. Devoted numerous off-duty hours cross-training personnel, resulting in three qualified Sensor Supervisors, greatly contributing to watchbill flexibility.

Petty Officer Osterday accomplishes all tasks with extraordinary efficiency and resourcefulness. Always displays sustained superior performance in all tasks assigned. He has my recommendation for advancement to Chief Petty Officer.

Qualifications: Cargo Bay Handling Supervisor; TDU Operator; SSN-23

Education: LPO Leadership Course

Awards: Letter of Commendation

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Leading Petty Officer Leadership

Daniel Osterday — Fri, 23 Mar 2007 07:00:58 +0000

Center for Naval Leadership, United States Navy 1905 Regulus Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23461

Leading Petty Officer Leadership

March 23, 2007

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Letter of Commendation

Daniel Osterday — Sun, 31 Dec 2006 08:00:19 +0000

David F. Reische, LCDR, USN Officer in Charge, Submarine Development Squadron Five, Detachment Undersea Research & Development

For outstanding performance of his duties while serving as a member of Mission Navigation Division in Submarine Development Squadron 5, Detachment Undersea Research & Development from November to December 2006. Petty Officer Osterday consistently performed his demanding duties in an exemplary and highly professional manner. As the MN01 Training Petty Officer, he unselfishly devoted countless hours providing invaluable training opportunities, as well as, creative and technically savvy theory to practice concepts. He ensured over 50 hours of divisional training was properly conducted, coordinated three training examinations, prepared four detailed training assessments, and capitalized on every opportunity to conduct various training evolutions. Additionally, he developed aggressive training plans through July 2007 focused on improving Mission Navigation’s operational, tactical, and technical skills. His uncompromising performance resulted in an increased level of knowledge in Mission Navigation division has set the standard for the detachment. Petty Officer Osterday’s outstanding professional performance and total dedication to duty reflected credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

December 31, 2006

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