U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian T. Glunt
PEARL HARBOR – A Tucson, Arizona, native and 2009 Cienega High School graduate is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the guided-missile cruiser, USS Port Royal.
Petty Officer 3rd Class Morgan Gibbar has served in the Navy for a year and a half and is a U.S. Navy hull maintenance technician aboard guided-missile cruiser operating out of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
As a Navy hull maintenance technician, Gibbar is responsible for welding and fabrication, maintaining and operating the CHT system.
Gibbar credits success in the Navy to many of the lessons learned in Tucson.
“I learned that hard work pays off,” said Gibbar.
Approximately 300 men and women serve aboard the ship. According to Navy officials, their jobs are highly specialized and keep each part of the cruiser running smoothly. They do everything from maintaining gas turbine engines and operating the highly sophisticated Aegis weapons system to driving the ship and operating small boats.
Though there are many ways for sailors to earn distinction in their command, community, and career, Gibbar is most proud of being promoted to petty officer third class and being a part of the Visit, Board, Search and Seizure team.
“Becoming a petty officer is a privilege, and a stepping stone to my career in the Navy," said Gibbar. "Being a part of VBSS is a great experience and an amazing family to be a part of.”
A Navy cruiser is a multi-mission ship that can operate independently or as part of a larger group of ships at sea Navy officials explained. The ship is equipped with a vertical launching system, tomahawk missiles, torpedoes, guns and a phalanx close-in weapons systems.
Being stationed in Pearl Harbor, often referred to as the gateway to the Pacific in defense circles, means Gibbar is serving in a part of the world taking on a new importance in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances, and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy.
“Our priorities center on people, capabilities and processes, and will be achieved by our focus on speed, value, results and partnerships,” said Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer. “Readiness, lethality and modernization are the requirements driving these priorities.”
The Navy has been pivotal in helping maintain peace and stability in the Pacific region for decades. The Pacific is home to more than 50 percent of the world's population, many of the world's largest and smallest economies, several of the world's largest militaries, and many U.S. allies.
Serving in the Navy is a continuing tradition of military service for Gibbar, who has military ties with family members who have previously served. Gibbar is honored to carry on that family tradition.
“My brother is a Marine,” said Gibbar. “My brother has influenced me to serve my country honorably and with pride.”
As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Gibbar and other sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes, one that will provide a critical component of the Navy the nation needs.
“Serving in the Navy means having the honor to serve my country and having the opportunity to protect the ones I love,” added Gibbar.
As a Navy hull maintenance technician, Gibbar is responsible for welding and fabrication, maintaining and operating the CHT system.
Gibbar credits success in the Navy to many of the lessons learned in Tucson.
“I learned that hard work pays off,” said Gibbar.
Approximately 300 men and women serve aboard the ship. According to Navy officials, their jobs are highly specialized and keep each part of the cruiser running smoothly. They do everything from maintaining gas turbine engines and operating the highly sophisticated Aegis weapons system to driving the ship and operating small boats.
Though there are many ways for sailors to earn distinction in their command, community, and career, Gibbar is most proud of being promoted to petty officer third class and being a part of the Visit, Board, Search and Seizure team.
“Becoming a petty officer is a privilege, and a stepping stone to my career in the Navy," said Gibbar. "Being a part of VBSS is a great experience and an amazing family to be a part of.”
A Navy cruiser is a multi-mission ship that can operate independently or as part of a larger group of ships at sea Navy officials explained. The ship is equipped with a vertical launching system, tomahawk missiles, torpedoes, guns and a phalanx close-in weapons systems.
Being stationed in Pearl Harbor, often referred to as the gateway to the Pacific in defense circles, means Gibbar is serving in a part of the world taking on a new importance in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances, and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy.
“Our priorities center on people, capabilities and processes, and will be achieved by our focus on speed, value, results and partnerships,” said Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer. “Readiness, lethality and modernization are the requirements driving these priorities.”
The Navy has been pivotal in helping maintain peace and stability in the Pacific region for decades. The Pacific is home to more than 50 percent of the world's population, many of the world's largest and smallest economies, several of the world's largest militaries, and many U.S. allies.
Serving in the Navy is a continuing tradition of military service for Gibbar, who has military ties with family members who have previously served. Gibbar is honored to carry on that family tradition.
“My brother is a Marine,” said Gibbar. “My brother has influenced me to serve my country honorably and with pride.”
As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Gibbar and other sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes, one that will provide a critical component of the Navy the nation needs.
“Serving in the Navy means having the honor to serve my country and having the opportunity to protect the ones I love,” added Gibbar.