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Jon Van Wylen has diversified work experience in the maritime industry. Jon started their career in 2008 as a 1st Assistant Engineer at Grand River Navigation Company, Inc. and then worked at Van Wylen Marine Repair as a Contracted Marine Engineer from 2009 to 2015. In 2007, they also joined the U.S. Navy Reserve as an LCDR, O4. In 2013, they briefly served as a Strategic Sealift Liaison Officer at State University of New York Maritime College.

In 2014, Jon Van Wylen became the Chief Engineer at American Maritime Officers, followed by their position as President at Eco Ships Inc. in 2016. Most recently, in 2020, they served as an Aide de Camp to the Deputy Commander at US Transportation Command until 2021. Overall, Jon's work experience showcases their expertise in marine engineering and their leadership roles in the maritime industry.

Jon Van Wylen has a comprehensive education history. Jon obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Marine Engineering Systems from the United States Merchant Marine Academy, where they studied from 2003 to 2007. Afterward, they pursued further education by completing Joint Professional Education Phase I at the U.S. Naval War College in 2017. Subsequently, they attended the Joint Forces Staff College, National Defense University, where they engaged in Joint Professional Military Education Phase II until 2021. In addition to their academic achievements, they received a Chief Engineer (Unlimited) certification from the U.S. Coast Guard in February 2016.