Sarah Stone

Sarah Stone is a Chief Warrant Officer 3 in the U.S. Army, currently serving as an Instructor/Writer at the U.S. Army Transportation School Corps Service School (USATSCH) within the Maritime Training Division. With 18 years of experience in the watercraft field, she is one of only four female marine deck warrant officers in the Army. Stone's career began in 2004 when she joined as an 88K watercraft operator, responsible for navigating and maintaining Army watercraft.12

Career Overview

• Current Role: Instructor for the Warrant Officer Advanced Course at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, where she teaches marine deck warrant officers about watercraft operations and navigation.
• Previous Experience: Stone has held various positions, including Vessel Master on several U.S. Army vessels and instructor for the Warrant Officer Basic Course, where she mentored new warrant officers.12
• Education: She holds a Master of Science in International Transportation Management from the State University of New York Maritime College.2

Personal Background

Sarah Stone grew up in a military family, with both parents serving in the Marine Corps. Her decision to join the Army was influenced by her family's military background and her desire for a career that offered diverse opportunities and challenges.1 She emphasizes her passion for her work on the water and her commitment to mentoring future leaders in her field, stating, “I really love this job... It doesn’t matter if you’re male or female. As long as you work hard, you’re going to be rewarded”.1

Stone's extensive qualifications and dedication to her role reflect her significant contributions to the U.S. Army's maritime operations and training programs.