Commander James L. Smith

Commanding Officer, NSA Crane

Cmdr. James Smith is a native of Riverbank California and a 2002 graduate of the United States Naval Academy where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Ocean Engineering and his commission as an Ensign.

Lieutenant Commander David F. Buitrago

Executive Officer, NSA Crane

Lt. Cmdr. David F. Buitrago enlisted in the United States Navy in 2001 and served with Patrol Squadron 30 (VP 30) and Patrol Squadron 9 (VP 9) as an Aviation Structural Mechanic. He received his commission in 2010 through the Seaman to Admiral Program and was designated a Surface Warfare Officer.