Rear Adm. Todd Figanbaum is an honors graduate of the University of Idaho with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. During his career, he earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of South Carolina and was a fellow of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Seminar XXI program.

His operational tours include, Division Officer USS BOISE (SSN 764), Engineer Officer USS MARYLAND (SSBN 738)(G), Executive Officer USS PROVIDENCE (SSN 719), Commanding Officer USS ALASKA (SSBN 732)(B) and Commodore Submarine Squadron 17.  He was recognized by the United States Naval Submarine League with the Jack Darby award for Inspirational Leadership and Excellence in Command in 2015.

His staff assignments include Assistant Professor of Naval Science University of South Carolina, Executive Officer Atlantic Fleet Nuclear Propulsion Examining Board, Special Assistant to the Director of Naval Reactors for Personnel and Policy (NR-LL), the Deputy Nuclear Propulsion Program Manager for Personnel and Policy on the OPNAV staff (N133B), Budget Manager/Program Analyst on the staff of the Office of the Secretary of Defense for Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE), Chief of Staff for the Director of Undersea Warfare (OPNAV N97), Division Director of Submarine/Nuclear Power Distribution, Navy Personnel Command (PERS 42) and Submarine and Nuclear Community Manager (N133).

He most values the privilege to serve with teams recognized with multiple Navy Battle Efficiency “E” awards on each one of his sea tours.

Last Updated: 24 April 2024