Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) - Naval Cruise Book

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combat Systems The Combat Systems Department, headed by the CSO and WEPS . is made up of four divi- sions. CA (Antisubmarine Warfare), under the ASWO . consists of Sonar Technicians (ST ' s) and Tor- pedoman ' s Mates (TM ' s). CA personnel operate and maintain the SQQ-89 surface ASW sonar suite. These duties include manning a 24 hour underway watch and protecting ARLEIGH BURKE from submarine threats. Other responsibilities include the SQR-19 towed array sonar, the SQQ-28 sonobuoy processing operations with fixed-winged ASW aircraft, and torpedo launcher upkeep. The sonar gang took part in many multi-national ASW exercises during MED 2-95, making ARLEIGH BURKE a standout in the battle group. CE (Electronics), under the EMO , is made up of Electronics Technicians (ET ' s) and Interior Communications Technicians (known as IC-men ). Equipment responsibilities include the ship ' s navigation radars, gyros, satellite and radio communications, SITE television network, and the ship ' s telephone system (IVCS). CE is also responsible for numerous electronic displays in CIC and on the bridge, as well as personal electronic safety checks. CF (Fire Control), under the FCO and Strike , is comprised of Firecontrolmen (FCs) and Gunner ' s Mates (Missiles), or GMM ' s. The men of CF operate and maintain the SPY-ID radar, the fire control illuminators, all consoles and large screen displays in CIC. and the Command and Decision Weapon Control System computers. CF is also responsible for all 400 Hz and support equipment for the Aegis Weapon System. Tomahawk Weapon Control System, and the Vertical Launching System. They onload, offload, and fire SM-2 and Tomahawk missiles. CO (Ordnance), under the ORDO , is also manned by FCs and GM ' s (GMG ' s in this case; G denotes Guns). The FCs operate and maintain the MK-15 Phalanx 20mm gun (CIWS), the MK- 160 Gun Fire Control System (for the 5 gun), and the Harpoon Missile System. The GMG ' s op- erate and maintain the 5 gun, the .50 cal. gun mounts, and the ship ' s armory. They also conduct small arms qualifications, security force training, and onload offload of all ammunition. The STO is responsible for the testing and administration of all combat systems aboard AR- LEIGH BURKE. STRIKE oversees the entire all Tomahawk strike planning and execution. It was a busy but very successful deployment for the men of Combat Systems. From exercises DIS- TANT THUNDER, and TRIDENT EXPRESS, to real-world contingency operations and SHARP GUARD, they kept their equipment and operational skills in top shape. When called upon for any tasking, the Combat Systems Department was ready. ARLEIGH BURKE is built to fight, and these men truly know how. 101

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COMMAND MASTER CHIEF John L. Caldwell ISCM (SW AW) USN A native of Richmond, Virginia. Master Chief Caldwel George Wythe High School. entered the Navy in June 1969 following graduation from Upon completion of recruit training at Great Lakes. Illinois and Yeoman A School at Bainbridge. Maryland he re- ported to Bureau of Naval Personnel where he served his first enlistment as the non-designated SN AN FN Detailer and as a Vietnam assignments placement officer. Four consecutive overseas assignments in the intelligence commu- nity from June 1973 to July 1987 landed him positions in U.S. Embassies and Consulates in Cape Town. South Af- rica; Tokyo. Japan: Rabat. Morocco; and New Delhi, India. While on assignment to South Africa he converted from Yeoman to Intelligence Specialist (IS) rating. Upon return to CONUS. he was assigned as LCPO in the carrier intelli- gence center (CVIC) on USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN 69) where he completed two Mediterranean and one OPERATION DESERT SHIELD deployment. (The IKE had the distinction of being the first naval warship to arrive in the region). From September 1991 to December 1994. Master Chief served on the Staff of Commander Na- val Air Forces, U.S. Atlantic Fleet (COMNAVAIRLANT) as the Force Fleet IS Rating Advisor. He reported as the thud Command Master Chief of USS ARI EIGH BURKE in January 1995. Master Chief Caldwell has a Bachelor of Sciences (BS) degree in Liberal Studies from Regents College of the Univer- sity of the State of New York and is a graduate of the State department ' s Foreign Services Institute (French Language School) and the Navy ' s Senior Enlisted Academy. His military decorations include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal (three awards). Meritorious Service Award. .hunt Sen ice Commendation Medal (three awards), and numerous Good Conduct awards and other ribbons. Master Chief Caldwell is married to the former lens Mae Gar of Richmond. Virginia. Together the have five chil- dren. The Caldwell ' s now make Virginia Beach their home. 100

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CF Division w X FCl(SW) Kieth Kell) FC2 Mike Gardner FCl(SW) Scott MacFarlane FC2(SW)Steven Lowry I FCC(SW) Victor Bernard FCC(SW) Jon Black ell cw GMM 1(SW) Carl Re lea FC1 Darrell Richardson GMM2(SW) Garcia Santiago FCff