Aaron D.

About Aaron D.

I am a Critical Facilities Technician and former Navy Nuclear Electrician with over a decade of experience in mission-critical operations, electrical systems, and data center infrastructure. My career has spanned high-pressure environments—from submarines to Tier IV data centers—where uptime, safety, and precision are essential.In my current role at NTT Global Data Centers, I manage electrical and mechanical infrastructure to ensure continuous availability. I specialize in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and coordinating vendor and in-house operations to keep critical systems running at peak performance.Key Highlights:Mission-Critical Operations: Led major switchgear, UPS, and transformer evolutions to support vendor maintenance with zero downtime.Process Improvement: Designed and implemented cost-saving Methods of Procedure (MOPs) that improved efficiency and saved over $65K in vendor costs.Leadership: Developed a deep commitment to safety, efficiency, and first-time quality as a Submarine Nuclear Electrician’s Mate, and continue applying that mindset through servant leadership and mentoring teammates.I hold a Bachelor of Science in Applied Management (Magna Cum Laude) from Grand Canyon University, which has strengthened my ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and align operational excellence with organizational goals.I am passionate about advancing in the data center and energy sectors, with a focus on roles that leverage my expertise in electrical systems, mission-critical infrastructure, and project management to deliver lasting impact.

Experience

1. Data Center Technician L2

   NTT DATA

   Nov 2024 — Present · Phoenix, AZ, US

Education

• Ecole Schneider Electric

  Certificate, Schneider Electric University Data Center Certified Associate

• Grand Canyon University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Applied Management

• Nuclear Power School - Naval Nuclear Power Training Command (NNPTC)

  Advanced Nuclear Power Course

  2012 — 2013