Master Chief Chris Perras, a native of West Warwick, Rhode Island, enlisted in the United States Navy in August 2001. Following completion of basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Illinois, he reported to Naval Training Center, Great Lakes, Illinois, where he completed Advanced Electronic Technical Core and Fire Controlman “A” Schools. 

His fleet assignments include USS Mason, USS Forrest Sherman, and US Seventh Fleet Staff where he was selected for Command Senior Chief. In addition, Master Chief Perras completed shore assignments at CSCS Unit Great Lakes and SCSC Wallops Island, Virginia. 

His Command Senior Enlisted Leader tours include LCS Crew 209 aboard USS Omaha (LCS 12) and USS Montgomery (LCS 8). In December 2023 he reported to Center for Service Support where he is currently serving as the Command Master Chief. 

Additionally, Master Chief Perras is a graduate of the CMC/COB Course Class 233, the U.S. Navy Senior Enlisted Academy Class 210 Gold, and is a Master Training Specialist. He is currently pursuing his Organizational Leadership degree through Arizona State University. 

His decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (three awards), Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (three awards), and various unit and campaign awards. 

Last Updated: 30 April 2025