Jonathan Hitt

  

Biography:

Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

Military Experience: 11.9 years

Work Experience: 6.1 years

Work Experience:

Former Navy officer and current private equity intern pursuing investment roles in real estate, private equity, and private markets. Experience supporting investment evaluation through sector research, market analysis, competitive assessment, and thesis development. Background leading complex operations, managing teams, and evaluating operational risk in high-stakes environments.

Military Service:

  • Rank: Lieutenant

    Branch/Position: Navy

    Period: April 2014 - February 2026

    Occupation: 1110 - Navy URL - Surface Warfare - 1110

    Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

Work history:

  • Job Title: Intern

    Company: One Equity Partners

    Period: March 2026 - present

    Role Description:
    •  Conducted sector-focused research on market trends, M&A activity, and competitive dynamics
    • Evaluated target companies’ business models, growth drivers, and competitive positioning
    • Identified investment opportunities through industry and company analysis
    • Supported development of investment theses and strategic recommendations based on research

  • Job Title: Assistant Operations Officer: Lieutenant

    Company: USS Gunston Hall (LSD-44)

    Period: January 2023 - January 2026

    Role Description:
    •  Led a 30-100 member team in the operation of a $250M asset, managing risk through proactive issue identification, problem-solving, and adherence to operational standards
    • Coordinated operations and communications with four NATO allies during a joint exercise, navigating cultures and organizational structures, driving multinational integration to achieve results
    •  Implemented and managed process improvement plans for three major programs, achieving 90%+ readiness in each while improving efficiency and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives

  • Job Title: Assistant Chief Engineer / Main Propulsion Officer: Lieutenant Junior Grade

    Company: USS Philippine Sea (CG-58)

    Period: April 2021 - July 2023

    Role Description:
    • Led ship’s largest division (25+ personnel) through Light-Off Assessment and ship-wide readiness evaluation, ensuring mission readiness and improving processes across departments
    •  Directed operational planning and scheduling in the absence of the Operations Officer, contributing to the successful execution of Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) and mission readiness
    •  Developed and implemented improved tracking systems for maintenance and reporting, increasing accountability and operational efficiency across multiple departments

  • Job Title: Firecontrolman: Petty Officer 2nd Class

    Company: USS Normandy (CG-60)

    Period: September 2015 - June 2016

    Role Description:
    •  Implemented a comprehensive training plan for a crew of 320 sailors, focused on weapons usage and safety, driving a +40% improvement in annual crew readiness
    • Entrusted to operate and maintain critical weapons systems vital to ship safety and mission readiness, achieving 100% readiness

Education:

  • United States Naval Academy

    Bachelor's Degree – Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

    Period: July 2016 - May 2020

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