Luke Brennan

Okinawa

Summary

Dedicated and highly adaptable communications specialist with four years of experience operating and maintaining advanced satellite and radio systems. Proven ability to consistently meet deadlines in high-pressure environments while delivering technical excellence and precise inventory management. Skilled leader and instructor, mentoring over 30 personnel and managing multi-million-dollar equipment with accuracy. Exceptional problem solver with strong communication and project coordination skills. Holds a Secret Security Clearance.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Transmission / Satellite Systems Operator

United States Marine Corps

Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan

09.2021 - Current

Provided uninterrupted VSAT-L satellite communications during Operation Balikatan-23, enabling seamless joint U.S.-Philippine military operations and improving mission communications reliability.
Supported 5+ overseas operations annually, facilitating secure SATCOM connectivity and enhancing multinational coordination in high-pressure environments.
Assisted in the Keen Edge exercise with SMART-T and MCWS-X systems, resolving connectivity issues in real-time and minimizing communication downtime.
Delivered technical instruction on Tampa Microwave modem software transition and MCWS-X setup, increasing equipment uptime and company effectiveness by 20%.
Led 10+ SATCOM training sessions across multiple platoons, improving system confidence and reducing user error by 30%.
Trained and mentored more than 30 Marines in satellite signal acquisition and troubleshooting, significantly boosting unit readiness.
Supervised and motivated a platoon of 40 Marines as Platoon Sergeant, coordinating daily tasks and communication flow to improve team cohesion and operational outcomes.
Directed 8 of 20 Consolidated Memorandum Receipt (CMR) inventories for 400+ items worth millions, achieving flawless gear accountability during inspections.
Created detailed training schedules, inspection packets, and reports using Microsoft Office Suite, improving platoon administrative efficiency by 20%.
Earned Meritorious Mast as top graduate of the SMART-T Operator Course (Aug 2023), recognized for technical excellence and leadership.

Farm Hand / Lawn Care Provider

Rising Star

Rising Star, TX

01.2020 - 01.2021

Performed physically demanding labor including heavy equipment operation, fencing, and livestock care in solo and team settings.
Managed lawn services for multiple properties, maintaining quality standards and providing quick and precise services.
Demonstrated independence, reliability, and task ownership while maintaining equipment and client satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rising Star High School

Journeyman Card - Radio Operator-Maintainer

US Department of Labor

Leading Marines, Corporals Course - undefined

Marine Corps University

Bachelor’s - Computer Science

University of Maryland Global Campus

Skills

Strong Work Ethic & Deadline Management
Advanced Technical Proficiency in SATCOM & Radio Systems
Organizational Expertise & Inventory Control (CMRs, multi-million $ assets)
Team Leadership & Personnel Training (30 trained, 40 supervised)
Troubleshooting & Problem Solving in Dynamic Environments
Effective Communication & Technical Instruction

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite & Tactical Software Tools
Project Coordination & Documentation
Software installation
System monitoring
Customer support
Equipment installation