CAPT. RANDY J. BERTI
UNITED STATES NAVY
Capt. Randy Berti a native of Erie, Pennsylvania enlisted in the Air Force in May 1992, serving eight years as a Tactical Aviation Maintenance Specialist with tours of duty in Utah, Georgia, South Korea, Turkey and multiple Southwest Asia deployments before attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. During his tenure he earned a B.S. in Professional Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle University. In 2000, he laterally transferred to the Navy where he attended Officer Candidate School before receiving a commission as an Aerospace Maintenance Duty Officer (AMDO).
In 2001, upon completion of Aviation Maintenance Officer (AMO) School, he reported to Strike Fighter Squadron 34 (VFA-34), serving as Material Control Officer, Aircraft Division Officer and Quality Assurance Officer. In 2004 he was selected to return to AMO School as an instructor, earning his Master Training Specialist designation. In 2007, he was assigned as the Aircraft Division Officer, Quality Assurance Officer, and AIRSpeed
Officer in the USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75) Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department (AIMD). Following his ship’s company tour in February 2010, he transferred to NAVAIR 6.7.2.1, serving as AIRSpeed Program Lead.
In 2013, selected as Officer-in-Charge, Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department (AIMD) Bahrain, he completed a highly successful tour providing enhanced support capabilities as well as enabling support preparation to P-8 deployment in theater. Upon completion of his overseas tour he reported back to NAVAIR in 2015 and served as Deputy Assistant Program Manager for Logistics (DAPML) for PMA-273 T-45 support. In 2017, Cmdr. Berti screened and was selected to serve as the Officer-In-Charge, Fleet Readiness Center Southwest Detachment North Island, where he was responsible for the production efforts of eight officers, 38 Chief Petty Officers, approximately 650 Sailors and 18 civilian personnel in support of 347 H-60/C-2 Level II aircraft maintenance and readiness. He was also responsible for delivering responsive maintenance, repair and overhaul products and services in support of Naval Aviation National Defense objectives.
In 2019, he screened and was selected to serve as the Commanding Officer, Fleet Readiness Center Western Pacific, responsible for providing quality, responsive in-theater scheduled Depot Maintenance on 12 different type/model/series of aircraft supporting 16 Navy and Marine Corps squadrons throughout WESTPAC in a manner that demonstrated commitment to excellence from the Mediterranean through the Middle East and Asia to Guam. Additionally, he was responsible for unscheduled depot In-Service Repair (ISR), providing rapid, quality ISR with experienced depot field teams at major bases in WESTPAC including NAF Atsugi, MCAS Iwakuni, and MCAS Futenma as well as providing dedicated ISR teams to each deployed carrier strike group through Asia and the Middle East to the Mediterranean supporting all Navy and Marine Corps type/model/series aircraft.
In September 2024, Capt. Berti assumed command of Fleet Readiness Center East after serving as the Executive Officer since 2022.
COL. CHRISTOPHER C. MCDONALD II
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
Colonel Christopher C. McDonald II is a native of Poplar Bluff, Missouri. In July 1998, he attended Recruit Training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego, California and graduated in October. Upon completion of Recruit Training, he was assigned as a Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical (NBC) Specialist and attended school at Fort McClellan Army Base Anniston, Alabama. Upon graduation, Lance Corporal McDonald checked in to Headquarters Company, Headquarters and Service Battalion, Second Force Service Support Group where he served as an Instructor for the Marine Force Atlantic NBC School until October 1999.
In 1999, Corporal McDonald reported to Officer Candidate School (OCS), Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia as an Officer Candidate. He was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in December 1999. In July 2000, Second Lieutenant McDonald completed the Officer Basic Course and reported to Marine Corps Aviation Supply Officer Basic Qualification Course, Naval Supply Corps School in Athens, Georgia. Upon graduation, in December 2000 he reported to Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 13, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 13, 3D Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Yuma, Arizona for duty as an Aviation Supply Officer. During this tour, he served as a Division Officer in Charge and deployed with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 311 to Al Asad Iraq in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM.
In 2005, Captain McDonald attended Expeditionary Warfare School, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. Upon graduation in 2006, he reported to Weapons and Field Training Battalion, MCRD Parris Island, South Carolina where he served as Company Commander, Range Company, followed by Director of Schools.
In 2009, Captain McDonald transferred to MALS-14, MAG-14, 2D MAW, Cherry Point, North Carolina for duty as the Assistant Aviation Supply Officer, followed by duty as the Aviation Supply Officer. During this tour, he deployed as the Aviation Supply Officer for MALS 40, 2d MAW Forward, Camp Bastion Afghanistan in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM.
In 2012, Major McDonald attended the College of Naval Command and Staff, Naval War College, Rhode Island. Upon graduation in 2013, he reported to Aviation Logistics Branch, Department of Aviation, Headquarters Marine Corps Washington, DC to serve as the Aviation Supply Officer.
In 2016, Major McDonald transferred to Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE), MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina for duty as the Military Deputy Group Head, Logistics and Industrial Operations. During this tour, he was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
In 2018, Lieutenant Colonel McDonald assumed command of MALS-14, MAG-14, 2D MAW. In 2020, he relinquished command and reported to the National War College, National Defense University, Fort McNair, Washington D.C. for duty as a student. He received a Master of Science Degree in National Security Strategy with a concentration study of India and Strategic Ethical Leadership. Upon graduation in 2021, he reported to J8, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, for duty as a Defense Resource Portfolio Manager for Marine Corps Program and Budget Review activities in support of the DoD’s Programming, Planning, Budgeting, and Execution process.
In 2023, Colonel McDonald transferred to 2D MAW assuming the billet of Assistant Chief of Staff, Aviation Logistics Division. He served as the Commanding General’s Senior Aviation Logistics Officer providing best military advise on aviation readiness matters.
In September 2024, Colonel McDonald transferred to Fleet Readiness Center East assuming his current duties as Executive Officer.
His personal awards include: Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (4th award), Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (3rd Award), and Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal.
DAVID W. ROSE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Mr. David W. Rose serves as the Executive Director at Fleet Readiness Center East aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina. As the senior civilian for a command workforce comprised of more than 4,000 civilian, military and contractor personnel, he leads a team of senior leaders responsible for a wide array of Navy and Marine Corps aviation sustainment responsibilities.
Mr. Rose’s previous assignment was the Command Operations Director for Fleet Readiness Center East. He was responsible for supporting the Command with Security, Information Systems, Human Resources, Public Affairs, and Command Administration functions to include Travel Support and Training. Mr. Rose began his government career in 1996, stationed in the Republic of Panama as an active-duty soldier in the United States Army. He currently has 28 years of government service, with 15 years of large-scale experience in diversified logistics and industrial operations at FRC East.
In 2001, after receiving an honorable discharge for completing a five-year enlistment, Mr. Rose returned to North Carolina and was employed for a short time by the State of North Carolina Department of Public Safety. In the same year, Mr. Rose accepted employment with defense contractor Raytheon Aerospace, located at FRC East, providing depot level maintenance in the MRO Production Department. In 2002, Mr. Rose joined FRC East as a Civil Servant in the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul Production (MRO-P) Department as a pneudraulic systems worker. His FRC East product portfolio includes aircraft, engine, and component repair supporting the AV-8B Harrier, AH-1W Super Cobra, AH-1Z Viper, UH-1N Huey, UH-1Y Venom, CH-53E Super Stallion, MH-53E Sea Dragon, C-130 Hercules, EA-6B Prowler, F/A-18 Hornet, F-35A, F-35B and F-35C Lightning II, H-3 Sea King, VH-3D Sea King, H-60 Seahawk, MQ-8B Fire Scout, and CV-22 and MV-22 Osprey. In 2014, as a Competency Lead Branch Manager, Mr. Rose led the F-35 Production Modification Line from initial conception through development to implementation at FRC East, contributing to the success of the United States Marine Corps’ achievement of F-35B Initial Operation Capability (IOC).
His other operational assignments include: T58-400B Engine Production Supervisor for the Presidential “Gold Plate” Program for HMX-1; MV-22 Osprey Aircraft Production Manager; CH-53E Sea Stallion Aircraft Production Manager; and Engines Production Manager for F402-408, T64-16A, and T400 Engines, and T400 Reduction Gear Box. He was also Competency Lead Branch Manager for the Sheet Metal Trades, and Engine Trades. Lastly, Mr. Rose was the Production Floor Trades Division Director, managing multi-disciplinary competencies comprised of over 1,400 personnel from a myriad of trades.
Mr. Rose is a Carteret County native from nearby Beaufort, NC.
LINDA A. SCOTT
SENIOR ENLISTED ADVISOR
First Sergeant Scott was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, and in May 2005, at the age of 21, enlisted in the Marine Corps at Recruiting Sub-Station Rolla, Missouri. She graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, in September 2005. Upon completion of Marine Combat Training, she attended her formal Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) School at the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training for CH-46 Basic Mechanics and Power Plants course on New River, North Carolina.
In December 2005, she was assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 365 (HMM-365), Marine Aircraft Group 29 (MAG-29), at Marine Corps Air Station New River as a flightline mechanic. In June 2006, Pfc. Scott deployed with HMM-365 on the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), where she primarily served as a mechanic. Upon returning from deployment, Lance Cpl. Scott was transferred to Maintenance Control to work as an expediter. During that time, she completed her Plane Captain syllabus and completed her flight syllabus to become and Aerial Observer and gain the additional MOS of 6199.
In March 2008, Cpl. Scott deployed with HMM-365 to Kandahar, Afghanistan, as part of the 24th MEU in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Cpl. Scott flew as an aerial observer in support of the Ground Combat Element, transporting troops and cargo, conducting casualty evacuation, and providing standby air support. She earned three Strike Flight/Air Medals and was awarded Combat Aircrew Wings.
Upon returning from deployment, Cpl. Scott transferred temporarily to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Training Squadron 204 (VMMT-204) in order to transition from CH-46 to MV-22 mechanics. After completion of training, she returned to the redesignated Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365 (VMM-365) as a flightline mechanic. In June 2010, Sgt. Scott deployed to Camp Bastion, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom with VMM-365. There she would complete her Collateral Duty Inspector syllabus and act as the noncommissioned officer-in-charge for night crew.
In 2011, Sgt. Scott transferred to Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training as an MV-22 basic mechanics instructor. While there, she completed Journeyman Instructor training, and became an Instructor Evaluator and Uniformed Victim Advocate. During that time Sgt. Scott also completed an associate's program in accounting and completed the Marine Corps Instructor of Water Survival course on Camp Johnson, gaining the additional MOS of 0918.
In May 2015, Staff Sgt. Scott was transferred to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 164 (VMM-164) to serve as Flightline staff noncommissioned officer-in-charge and aid in the transition the last CH-46 squadron to the MV-22.
In 2018, Gunnery Sgt. Scott deployed with VMM-164 to El Jabar, Kuwait, in support of the Special Marine Air Ground Task Force. There she worked as a flightline collateral duty quality assurance representative and quality assurance representative. On return from deployment, Gunnery Sgt. Scott took over as the quality assurance chief. During that time, Gunnery Sgt. Scott also completed a bachelor's program in history with Columbia College.
In 2020, Gunnery Sgt. Scott became the flightline chief for VMM-164 and deployed on the 15th MEU where the squadron supported multiple operations.
In August 2021, Gunnery Sgt. Scott was transferred to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, to serve as the station Marine Corps Instructor of Water Survival and manage the station Water Survival Training Program. She also completed a master's program in history with an emphasis in education from Grand Canyon University. In November 2023, Gunnery Sgt. Scott was selected for first sergeant. She was promoted on February 1 and transferred to Fleet Readiness Center East to serve as the Senior Enlisted Advisor.
Her personal decorations include the Air Medal-Strike/Flight with numeral 3, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2 gold stars in lieu of 3rd award), and Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal.
CAPT. RANDY J. BERTI
UNITED STATES NAVY
Capt. Randy Berti a native of Erie, Pennsylvania enlisted in the Air Force in May 1992, serving eight years as a Tactical Aviation Maintenance Specialist with tours of duty in Utah, Georgia, South Korea, Turkey and multiple Southwest Asia deployments before attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. During his tenure he earned a B.S. in Professional Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle University. In 2000, he laterally transferred to the Navy where he attended Officer Candidate School before receiving a commission as an Aerospace Maintenance Duty Officer (AMDO).
In 2001, upon completion of Aviation Maintenance Officer (AMO) School, he reported to Strike Fighter Squadron 34 (VFA-34), serving as Material Control Officer, Aircraft Division Officer and Quality Assurance Officer. In 2004 he was selected to return to AMO School as an instructor, earning his Master Training Specialist designation. In 2007, he was assigned as the Aircraft Division Officer, Quality Assurance Officer, and AIRSpeed
Officer in the USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75) Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department (AIMD). Following his ship’s company tour in February 2010, he transferred to NAVAIR 6.7.2.1, serving as AIRSpeed Program Lead.
In 2013, selected as Officer-in-Charge, Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department (AIMD) Bahrain, he completed a highly successful tour providing enhanced support capabilities as well as enabling support preparation to P-8 deployment in theater. Upon completion of his overseas tour he reported back to NAVAIR in 2015 and served as Deputy Assistant Program Manager for Logistics (DAPML) for PMA-273 T-45 support. In 2017, Cmdr. Berti screened and was selected to serve as the Officer-In-Charge, Fleet Readiness Center Southwest Detachment North Island, where he was responsible for the production efforts of eight officers, 38 Chief Petty Officers, approximately 650 Sailors and 18 civilian personnel in support of 347 H-60/C-2 Level II aircraft maintenance and readiness. He was also responsible for delivering responsive maintenance, repair and overhaul products and services in support of Naval Aviation National Defense objectives.
In 2019, he screened and was selected to serve as the Commanding Officer, Fleet Readiness Center Western Pacific, responsible for providing quality, responsive in-theater scheduled Depot Maintenance on 12 different type/model/series of aircraft supporting 16 Navy and Marine Corps squadrons throughout WESTPAC in a manner that demonstrated commitment to excellence from the Mediterranean through the Middle East and Asia to Guam. Additionally, he was responsible for unscheduled depot In-Service Repair (ISR), providing rapid, quality ISR with experienced depot field teams at major bases in WESTPAC including NAF Atsugi, MCAS Iwakuni, and MCAS Futenma as well as providing dedicated ISR teams to each deployed carrier strike group through Asia and the Middle East to the Mediterranean supporting all Navy and Marine Corps type/model/series aircraft.
In September 2024, Capt. Berti assumed command of Fleet Readiness Center East after serving as the Executive Officer since 2022.
COL. CHRISTOPHER C. MCDONALD II
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
Colonel Christopher C. McDonald II is a native of Poplar Bluff, Missouri. In July 1998, he attended Recruit Training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego, California and graduated in October. Upon completion of Recruit Training, he was assigned as a Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical (NBC) Specialist and attended school at Fort McClellan Army Base Anniston, Alabama. Upon graduation, Lance Corporal McDonald checked in to Headquarters Company, Headquarters and Service Battalion, Second Force Service Support Group where he served as an Instructor for the Marine Force Atlantic NBC School until October 1999.
In 1999, Corporal McDonald reported to Officer Candidate School (OCS), Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia as an Officer Candidate. He was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in December 1999. In July 2000, Second Lieutenant McDonald completed the Officer Basic Course and reported to Marine Corps Aviation Supply Officer Basic Qualification Course, Naval Supply Corps School in Athens, Georgia. Upon graduation, in December 2000 he reported to Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 13, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 13, 3D Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Yuma, Arizona for duty as an Aviation Supply Officer. During this tour, he served as a Division Officer in Charge and deployed with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 311 to Al Asad Iraq in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM.
In 2005, Captain McDonald attended Expeditionary Warfare School, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. Upon graduation in 2006, he reported to Weapons and Field Training Battalion, MCRD Parris Island, South Carolina where he served as Company Commander, Range Company, followed by Director of Schools.
In 2009, Captain McDonald transferred to MALS-14, MAG-14, 2D MAW, Cherry Point, North Carolina for duty as the Assistant Aviation Supply Officer, followed by duty as the Aviation Supply Officer. During this tour, he deployed as the Aviation Supply Officer for MALS 40, 2d MAW Forward, Camp Bastion Afghanistan in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM.
In 2012, Major McDonald attended the College of Naval Command and Staff, Naval War College, Rhode Island. Upon graduation in 2013, he reported to Aviation Logistics Branch, Department of Aviation, Headquarters Marine Corps Washington, DC to serve as the Aviation Supply Officer.
In 2016, Major McDonald transferred to Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE), MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina for duty as the Military Deputy Group Head, Logistics and Industrial Operations. During this tour, he was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
In 2018, Lieutenant Colonel McDonald assumed command of MALS-14, MAG-14, 2D MAW. In 2020, he relinquished command and reported to the National War College, National Defense University, Fort McNair, Washington D.C. for duty as a student. He received a Master of Science Degree in National Security Strategy with a concentration study of India and Strategic Ethical Leadership. Upon graduation in 2021, he reported to J8, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, for duty as a Defense Resource Portfolio Manager for Marine Corps Program and Budget Review activities in support of the DoD’s Programming, Planning, Budgeting, and Execution process.
In 2023, Colonel McDonald transferred to 2D MAW assuming the billet of Assistant Chief of Staff, Aviation Logistics Division. He served as the Commanding General’s Senior Aviation Logistics Officer providing best military advise on aviation readiness matters.
In September 2024, Colonel McDonald transferred to Fleet Readiness Center East assuming his current duties as Executive Officer.
His personal awards include: Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (4th award), Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (3rd Award), and Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal.
DAVID W. ROSE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Mr. David W. Rose serves as the Executive Director at Fleet Readiness Center East aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina. As the senior civilian for a command workforce comprised of more than 4,000 civilian, military and contractor personnel, he leads a team of senior leaders responsible for a wide array of Navy and Marine Corps aviation sustainment responsibilities.
Mr. Rose’s previous assignment was the Command Operations Director for Fleet Readiness Center East. He was responsible for supporting the Command with Security, Information Systems, Human Resources, Public Affairs, and Command Administration functions to include Travel Support and Training. Mr. Rose began his government career in 1996, stationed in the Republic of Panama as an active-duty soldier in the United States Army. He currently has 28 years of government service, with 15 years of large-scale experience in diversified logistics and industrial operations at FRC East.
In 2001, after receiving an honorable discharge for completing a five-year enlistment, Mr. Rose returned to North Carolina and was employed for a short time by the State of North Carolina Department of Public Safety. In the same year, Mr. Rose accepted employment with defense contractor Raytheon Aerospace, located at FRC East, providing depot level maintenance in the MRO Production Department. In 2002, Mr. Rose joined FRC East as a Civil Servant in the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul Production (MRO-P) Department as a pneudraulic systems worker. His FRC East product portfolio includes aircraft, engine, and component repair supporting the AV-8B Harrier, AH-1W Super Cobra, AH-1Z Viper, UH-1N Huey, UH-1Y Venom, CH-53E Super Stallion, MH-53E Sea Dragon, C-130 Hercules, EA-6B Prowler, F/A-18 Hornet, F-35A, F-35B and F-35C Lightning II, H-3 Sea King, VH-3D Sea King, H-60 Seahawk, MQ-8B Fire Scout, and CV-22 and MV-22 Osprey. In 2014, as a Competency Lead Branch Manager, Mr. Rose led the F-35 Production Modification Line from initial conception through development to implementation at FRC East, contributing to the success of the United States Marine Corps’ achievement of F-35B Initial Operation Capability (IOC).
His other operational assignments include: T58-400B Engine Production Supervisor for the Presidential “Gold Plate” Program for HMX-1; MV-22 Osprey Aircraft Production Manager; CH-53E Sea Stallion Aircraft Production Manager; and Engines Production Manager for F402-408, T64-16A, and T400 Engines, and T400 Reduction Gear Box. He was also Competency Lead Branch Manager for the Sheet Metal Trades, and Engine Trades. Lastly, Mr. Rose was the Production Floor Trades Division Director, managing multi-disciplinary competencies comprised of over 1,400 personnel from a myriad of trades.
Mr. Rose is a Carteret County native from nearby Beaufort, NC.
LINDA A. SCOTT
SENIOR ENLISTED ADVISOR
First Sergeant Scott was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, and in May 2005, at the age of 21, enlisted in the Marine Corps at Recruiting Sub-Station Rolla, Missouri. She graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, in September 2005. Upon completion of Marine Combat Training, she attended her formal Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) School at the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training for CH-46 Basic Mechanics and Power Plants course on New River, North Carolina.
In December 2005, she was assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 365 (HMM-365), Marine Aircraft Group 29 (MAG-29), at Marine Corps Air Station New River as a flightline mechanic. In June 2006, Pfc. Scott deployed with HMM-365 on the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), where she primarily served as a mechanic. Upon returning from deployment, Lance Cpl. Scott was transferred to Maintenance Control to work as an expediter. During that time, she completed her Plane Captain syllabus and completed her flight syllabus to become and Aerial Observer and gain the additional MOS of 6199.
In March 2008, Cpl. Scott deployed with HMM-365 to Kandahar, Afghanistan, as part of the 24th MEU in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Cpl. Scott flew as an aerial observer in support of the Ground Combat Element, transporting troops and cargo, conducting casualty evacuation, and providing standby air support. She earned three Strike Flight/Air Medals and was awarded Combat Aircrew Wings.
Upon returning from deployment, Cpl. Scott transferred temporarily to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Training Squadron 204 (VMMT-204) in order to transition from CH-46 to MV-22 mechanics. After completion of training, she returned to the redesignated Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365 (VMM-365) as a flightline mechanic. In June 2010, Sgt. Scott deployed to Camp Bastion, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom with VMM-365. There she would complete her Collateral Duty Inspector syllabus and act as the noncommissioned officer-in-charge for night crew.
In 2011, Sgt. Scott transferred to Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training as an MV-22 basic mechanics instructor. While there, she completed Journeyman Instructor training, and became an Instructor Evaluator and Uniformed Victim Advocate. During that time Sgt. Scott also completed an associate's program in accounting and completed the Marine Corps Instructor of Water Survival course on Camp Johnson, gaining the additional MOS of 0918.
In May 2015, Staff Sgt. Scott was transferred to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 164 (VMM-164) to serve as Flightline staff noncommissioned officer-in-charge and aid in the transition the last CH-46 squadron to the MV-22.
In 2018, Gunnery Sgt. Scott deployed with VMM-164 to El Jabar, Kuwait, in support of the Special Marine Air Ground Task Force. There she worked as a flightline collateral duty quality assurance representative and quality assurance representative. On return from deployment, Gunnery Sgt. Scott took over as the quality assurance chief. During that time, Gunnery Sgt. Scott also completed a bachelor's program in history with Columbia College.
In 2020, Gunnery Sgt. Scott became the flightline chief for VMM-164 and deployed on the 15th MEU where the squadron supported multiple operations.
In August 2021, Gunnery Sgt. Scott was transferred to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, to serve as the station Marine Corps Instructor of Water Survival and manage the station Water Survival Training Program. She also completed a master's program in history with an emphasis in education from Grand Canyon University. In November 2023, Gunnery Sgt. Scott was selected for first sergeant. She was promoted on February 1 and transferred to Fleet Readiness Center East to serve as the Senior Enlisted Advisor.
Her personal decorations include the Air Medal-Strike/Flight with numeral 3, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2 gold stars in lieu of 3rd award), and Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal.