Cmdr. Christopher J. Carter

Commanding Officer, USS Alexandria

Commander Christopher Carter is a native of Washington, D.C. and graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science in Systems Engineering. He also holds a Master of Science Degree in Engineering Management from Old Dominion University.

His sea tours include Division Officer assignments aboard USS MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL (SSN 708), Engineer Officer aboard USS CHARLOTTE (SSN 766), and Executive Officer aboard USS SANTA FE (SSN 763). His staff assignments include Junior Officer Detailer on the Submarine and Nuclear Power Distribution Division staff (PERS-42); U.S. Pacific Fleet Nuclear Propulsion Examining Board (NPEB); and Nuclear Enlisted Community Manager on the Deputy Chief of Naval Operations staff (OPNAV N133).

His personal decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal (three awards), Navy Commendation Medal (four awards), Navy Achievement Medal (two awards), and various unit awards.