Open to opportunities

Abril Jimenez

@abriljimenez

Message

U.S. Navy Operations Specialist transitioning to civilian roles in operations and security.

United States

Message

What I'm looking for

I seek a civilian role leveraging my operations, communications, and security experience in a mission-focused team with growth and leadership opportunities.

I am a dedicated U.S. Navy Operations Specialist with over four years of experience coordinating operations, managing communications, and providing critical support in high-pressure environments. I consistently delivered timely tactical data and maintained mission-critical systems to support national security objectives.

I led and mentored teams of up to 20 personnel, operated advanced C-UAS technologies, and maintained radar, navigation, and communications equipment. My record includes tracking and processing hundreds of targets, earning a Navy Achievement Medal in December 2023.

I bring strong technical proficiency with MS Office, Excel, Google Sheets, Google Earth, and Adobe Cloud, fluency in Spanish, a Secret security clearance, and a commitment to process improvement and leadership as I transition to a civilian role in operations, security, or emergency response.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Operation Specialist

U.S. Navy

Jan 2021 - Apr 2026 (5 years 3 months)

Led and mentored a 20-person team coordinating shipboard operations, operating communications, radar, and navigation systems to deliver tactical data that improved mission planning and execution; tracked and processed hundreds of targets in real time.

RADAR Navigation Team Leadership Threat Assessment Crisis Response Tactical Data Link

C-UAS Operator

U.S. Navy

Dec 2023 - Oct 2025 (1 year 10 months)

Operated advanced counter-unmanned aircraft systems to detect, track, and neutralize unauthorized UAVs, conducting real-time threat assessments to protect naval assets and maintain operational security.

Threat Assessment

Damage Control & Firefighter

U.S. Navy

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)

Performed daily inspections and operated firefighting and flooding-control equipment to ensure readiness and compliance with Navy standards, coordinating 24/7 emergency responses across units.

Emergency Response Safety Inspections Equipment Maintenance Regulatory Compliance

Deli and Bakery Associate

Walmart

Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)

Prepared and replenished food displays, managed high-volume customer interactions, and adapted to evolving COVID-19 safety and inventory constraints while maintaining service quality.

Food Safety Customer Service Food Preparation POS Time Management Teamwork

Team Member

Chipotle Mexican Grill

Jan 2019 - Jan 2020 (1 year)

Handled cashier duties and POS transactions, provided fast-paced customer service, assisted in food preparation, and trained new employees on safety and service standards.

Customer Service Food Preparation Cash Handling Training Team Collaboration