Bravo Fleet
Summary
Samuel Malik is a methodical and skilled Officer specializing in Engineering and Operations. Currently serving as the Commanding Officer of the USS Oroville, he combines technical skills with crisis management. Thoughtful and loyal to his crew, he’s earned a reputation for efficiency and reliability under pressure.
Appearance
- Hair Color: Brown
- Eye Color: Green
- Height: 5’10”
- Weight: Approximately 175 lbs
Malik has a rugged, professional appearance. He’s considered rather handsome by human standards, with sandy-brown hair and green eyes.
Personality
Malik is meticulous and driven. He enjoys working on personal engineering projects in his quarters, tinkering with antique Federation equipment to challenge his skills. Malik is deeply loyal to those he serves with and values personal relationships. Privately, he still struggles with the back to back trauma of Frontier Day and the Vaadwaur attack but he’s is seeking help to deal with these memories effectively.
History
Personal History
Samuel Theodore Malik was born into a long line of Starfleet officers, a family deeply rooted in the Federation’s ideals. His father, Admiral Darius Malik, and mother, Elena Cortez Malik, both served in Starfleet Command, teaching their son an early respect for duty and technical mastery.
At Starfleet Academy in the mid-2380s, Malik majored in Engineering Systems a choice that would define his career. He displayed an aptitude for crisis response, coordination, and large-scale logistics early in his training.
After graduation, he served aboard several frontier vessels and starbases, developing a reputation for innovation under pressure. His engineering teams consistently achieved high marks for efficiency and problem-solving, particularly during system-wide emergencies or combat conditions.
By 2400, Malik had risen to Executive Officer aboard Eos Station, where his skills and technical abilities proved critical during the Vaadwaur assault. He oversaw damage control teams, rerouted power through shattered systems, and coordinated evacuation attempts.
Desiring to move on from Eos, Malik was given command of the USS Oroville, in 2402, a logistics and support vessel specializing in resupply, relief operations, and mobile engineering assistance.
Family
Mother: Commodore Elena Cortez-Malik – 65 (Starfleet Command, Earth)
Father: Admiral Darus Malik – 67 (Starfleet Command, Earth)
Hobby
Malik runs holodeck simulations of historical events, in his free time. He loves to construct them down to the smallest detail, ensuring they are historically accurate. His been known at times to use them as training exercises for his crew, when needed.
Service Record
| Date | Position | Posting | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2383 - 2387 | Cadet | Starfleet Academy: Engineering Systems |
 Cadet |
| 2387 - 2389 | Engineering Officer | USS Denmark |
 Ensign |
| 2390 - 2394 | Engineering Officer | USS Lagos |
 Lieutenant Junior Grade |
| 2394 - 2397 | Assistant Chief of Engineering | USS Seattle |
 Lieutenant |
| 2397 - 2401 | Chief Engineering Officer | USS Masaka |
 Lieutenant Commander |
| 2401 - 2402 | Executive Officer | Eos Station |
 Commander |
| 2402 - Present | Commanding Officer | USS Orovillle |
Commander |