Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Group Commander on utilization, effectiveness, and readiness of 450 enlisted personnel across 17 functional specialties. Advocate for six subordinate organizational leadership teams in the pursuit of resources, morale, welfare, discipline, recognition, and career development for over 730 military and civilian employees and their families.• Led a team of 530 active-duty personnel to establish C2 network infrastructure for CENTCOM, delivering critical mission support 11 months ahead of schedule. • Successfully produced six combat-ready crews through FTU and restored navigational aids at Anderson AFB in response to Typhoon Mawar, impacting PACAF operations. • Oversaw a 400-personnel reduction across seven squadrons, achieving the divestment of 8 E-8C JSTARS aircraft while delivering 4 BCC combat-ready crews to AFCENT amidst funding challenges. • Championed leader development initiatives impacting 1,000 TFI airmen through consistent engagement with key groups, enhancing future leadership capabilities. • Played a vital role as a Headquarters Air Force-selected board member, reviewing records of 683 personnel for promotion, ensuring effective talent management within the Air Force.

Promoted to advise the Group Commander (O-6) and five subordinate unit commanders (O-5s), including a geographically separated unit located at Seymour Johnson AFB, North Carolina, on the operational employment of 567 members across 57 diverse functional areas. Steered a $250M/59K flying hour program, overseeing operations for 14 C-17s, 5 KC-10s, and 13 KC-46 aircraft, executing worldwide airlift & air refueling missions. Evaluated unit programs and processes to ensure organizational readiness to meet the Combatant Commander, Higher Headquarters, and Operations Plan, including aircraft and equipment logistics requirements. Served as the Wing’s Senior Flight Examiner Boom Operator and the Boom Operator Functional Manager for 157 personnel. • Hired to establish & serve in the Group’s first Operations Superintendent position. I authored the position description to deliver critical operational oversight in employing three different aircraft platforms and integrate the newly acquired geographically separated unit into the organization. The role still provides tremendous operational insight to the Group Commander in measuring the health of the crew force and has been adopted by sister organizations.• Led the planning and logistical coordination for the Wing’s first KC-46 operational mission two months after aircraft arrival and one year ahead of schedule. The mission successfully delivered six fighter aircraft to Japan, providing proof of concept and instilling senior leader confidence in the organization’s capability to execute global air mobility operations • Trusted advisor to the Wing Commander (O-6), I supported an eight-month project coordinating live event broadcasting, security, transportation, and support equipment logistics requirements, ensuring a highly successful event attended by 600 DVs, Congressional Delegates, Senior Military officers, and state and local leaders.

Selected for reassignment to serve as the Senior Enlisted Leader to lead a 153-personnel, where I utilized my prior success in organizational transformation and rapid divestment of the KC-10 aircraft and associated equipment and the complete transition to KC-46 operations. Managed workforce in/out-flow and equipment delivery and implemented processes to adapt current operations to meet the unique employment and logistics requirements of the KC-46 aircraft. • Delivered vital change management initiatives and fostered crucial climate & cultural changes through servant leadership that successfully converted the Air Force’s 1st KC-10 unit to the KC-46 aircraft. This successful conversion, which included reshaping a 2-year workforce succession plan and training timelines, resulted in the qualification of 57 KC-46A Boom Operators, a 65% increase in Air Force manning. This achievement underscores my exceptional change management skills and ability to lead successful transitions.• Provided vital training and operational expertise as an airlift planning subject matter expert. Guided the unit’s operations planning and mission execution workforce to understand the logistical planning and employment limitations/requirements of the KC-46’s aircraft. The team produced the Wing’s first operational KC-46 mission ten months early by successfully coordinating the delivery of six fighter aircraft from the United States to Japan.• My credibility and expertise in operations management led to my selection as one of 13 Air Force Career Enlisted Aviators Chiefs to review the records of 417 junior CEAs across the AF, serving in 17 functional areas. This review resulted in the vector of 63 E-8 and 106 E-9 to serve in key developmental and leadership positions across the Air Force.

Promoted to advise and support five squadron commanders and their superintendents regarding Airmen's performance, the potential for promotion, and development opportunities within the Wing and respective specialty. Represented the group commander (O-6) at various meetings and engaged with sister service counterparts. Served as the Wings' "Senior Enlisted Flight Examiner" to enforce policies and control procedures to meet mission goals and offered strategic advisement to the group commander on organizing, training, and mobilizing the Group for mission requirements. Served as the Wing Boom Operator Functional Manager for 120 personnel. Monitored Boom Operator health and manning and coordinated training and personnel issues across Air Mobility Command staff. Disseminated policies and program requirements, ensured strict compliance with operational procedures, coordinated personnel resources, and provided expertise in developing training programs for in-flight refueling personnel.• Served as Operations Superintendent for 367 personnel responsible for executing worldwide and Nuclear air refueling support missions and Air Mobility Command's sole Special Operations Air Refueling unit, including organic packing, documenting, shipping, and returning critical mission support cargo to austere locations worldwide.• Oversaw the Wing's second five-month squadron deployment, ensuring the successful movement of 8 aircraft, 87 personnel, 12 aircrews, and 89,000 pounds of support equipment was delivered on time despite COVID-19 pandemic logistics limitations across Europe and the Middle East.• As Air Mobility Command's only dual-qualified Boom Operator, I evaluated the proficiency of three subordinate KC-135 and KC-46 units and personnel against stringent policy and operational instructions during planning and mission execution and validated the Wing's nuclear air refueling support mission to USSTRATCOM capability by evaluating 97 personnel during two internal exercises.

Selected by the organization’s most senior leaders to guide 125 personnel in Air Mobility Commands, only Special Operations Air Refueling Squadron. Supervised 16 aircrews in employing 12 aircraft in the 22M dollar flying hour program. Managed workforce & resources to meet units’ HHQ tasking, developed five junior managers responsible for 13 sub-work areas across four divisions. Oversaw worldwide airlift, Special Operations, and Nuclear support air refueling mission execution to include budget, logistics, and compliance with rigid performance standards.• The deliberate leadership of my 150-member team directly contributed to the unit winning the Gen. Carl A. Spaatz trophy as the most outstanding Air Refueling Squadron of 2019: #1 of 56 Air Refueling Squadrons in the entire United States Air Force, showcasing commitment to and dedication to seven areas: the mission, aircrew upgrading and training, safety record, aircrew enhancement and retention, outstanding individual and crew accomplishments, military and civilian education, and base and community relations.• As a recognized expert, I was designated as one of 14 Air Force Initial Cadre KC-46 Instructor Boom Operators and received training directly from Boeing in Seattle, Washington.• Planned and executed the first Tanker full squadron deployment in 20 years, including the successful redeployment after five months in the Middle East. During a five-month deployment, I provided leadership to 217 Total Force personnel, resulting in the successful execution of 1,900 combat missions, the rotation of 67 personnel, and the airlift of 67,000 pounds of equipment critical to continued aircraft operations.• Led the squadron through multiple compliance inspections; readied 153 Airmen for two Wing vertical inspections and an Air Mobility Command Unit Effectiveness inspection with zero significant discrepancies--key to bases recognition as a Commander in Chief Installation Excellence Award finalist!

Trusted expert chosen to lead 101 personnel through its transition from a KC-135 unit to the Air Forces 1st Operational KC-46 squadron. Oversaw enlisted members and developed operational procedures to accept 36 aircraft in the early stages of the Air Force’s implementation of a $40B program. Managed the development of operational requirements for 35 KC-46 aircrews, including planning, development, and execution of base processes, development of operational Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures, and training in support of Air Force Initial Operational Test & Evaluation ground and flight testing requirements. Supervised personnel currency & training requirements for KC-10, KC-46, and KC-135 aircrew members. Managed quarterly flight schedules between the Air Force & Boeing Corporation.• Produced the Air Force’s initial Unit Type Code highlighting critical airlift capability inadequacies and logistical support gaps due to the weight and size of support equipment as well as custodial procedures and supply shortages resulting from stringent Federal Aviation Administration requirements for Extended Twin-Engine Operations to Headquarters Air Force.• (Deployed) Senior Enlisted Leader for the AF's largest combat flying squadron. As an operations lead, I synchronized 235 total force personnel hailing from 25 different wings—the team flew more than 22,000 flight hours in the execution of 3,000 combat missions, delivering 120 million pounds of fuel to 5,000 joint and coalition aircraft across three geographic areas of responsibility.• Forward deployed personnel and assets to open the Air Force’s largest-ever tanker aircraft detachment in Afghanistan. As an advanced operational node subject matter expert, I identified the operations facility, coordinated the procurement and transportation of 35K pounds of critical equipment to support combat operations for multiple aircraft and 40 personnel, and ultimately delivered a combat-ready unit in 12 days!

Dedicated professional handpicked as the Commander’s Action Group Enlisted Leader responsible for special projects, public affairs, protocol, briefings, and tours as directed by the 618 Air Operations Center Commander (O-7). The focal point for eight directorates and 750 Airmen in developing and implementing critical programs essential for the safe and efficient operations of the Department of Defense's (DOD) largest Air Operations Center. Liaised with HQ/AMC A-Staff and directorates, prepared briefings and point papers, reviewed documents, and compiled operational data. Acted as the organization's primary focal point for the Commander's presentations to high-profile foreign dignitaries, Congress, DoD, and state and local leaders.• Guided a 13-member brief team to deliver 193 briefs to 300 General Officers and 67 Distinguished Visitors and showcased global Air Operations Center operations, capabilities, and successes to over 3,000 personnel.• In collaboration with my supervisor, we developed a combined Air Mobility Command (AMC), 18th Air Force, and Air Operations Center brief explaining the complex and challenging command relations between the organizations. The efforts delved into my delivering Air Mobility Command’s message to 35 National Civic Leaders and was "Benchmarked" by the AMC Commander (O-10) as the new standard!• Led the organization’s Headquarters interface program by managing feedback inputs from 1.5K personnel across 11 wings (customers), resulting in 13 innovative mission execution process changes across Air Mobility Command. Some examples of initiatives include changes to crew management and the logistical coordination process, increased material handling equipment at global en-route transit locations, and improved air freight efficiency through better planning and scheduling of high-demand, low-supply airlift aircraft.

Planned worldwide KC-10 & KC-135 t missions supporting USAF, USN, USMC & foreign military fighter aircraft overwater deployments. Managed all aspects of the movement detail planning, including tanker requirements, operating locations, logistics, equipment, support personnel & international operating location clearances. Directly liaised with Air Combat Command planners to validate & optimize tanker requirements to successfully meet bed-down locale to meet fighter aircraft movement requirements. Created and disseminated electronic mission documents to tanker crews globally & directed 24-hour flight following during the mission execution phase.• Conceptualized, developed, and executed an F-22 fuel efficiency plan; coordinated with multiple Department of Defense agencies on future delivery profiles, saving Air Mobility Command $600K.• Led air refueling planning efforts, delivering effect on a world stage. The operation included multiple airlift aircraft, consisting of 172 Airmen projecting over 1 million pounds of equipment from several geographic locations to en route locations across and into South Africa, enabling the President of the United States to attend President Mandela's memorial.• Identified critical flight planning process gaps; coordinated with seven process owners & key stakeholders to ensure compliance with the organization’s operating instructions, significantly contributing to the unit earning a "Highly Effective" inspection grade, a 1st in Air Mobility Command at the time!

Performed as the expert in air refueling and air freight movement operations. Conducted cargo/passenger load briefs, validated load plan and cargo documentation against strict policy, and ensured compliance with Department of Transportation hazardous material movement requirements and international clearance flight routing. Supervised aircraft cargo/passenger loading and off-loading operations, directed load teams, and the placement of large material handling equipment. Ensured cargo/passengers are placed according to load plans and determined cargo restraint requirements. Checked cargo/passenger loads against manifests and performed as the primary focal point for safety and emergency procedures in flight. Exceptionally qualified as a Formal Training Instructor on the KC-10 and later earned Instructor/Evaluator roles in the KC-135 & KC-46 aircraft. • Performed as an Air Mobility Director and lead planner for a team of eight local schedulers in the development and execution of 2,714 KC-10 & C-17 local training missions. Missions included air refueling, airdrop, Night Vision Goggle cargo operations, and assault landings.• Conducted a seamless airlift operation for unit compliance inspection teams from Scott AFB, IL, to McGuire AFB, NJ. Utilized a comprehensive understanding of regulations and best practices in logistics and air operations to ensure the successful execution of the mission, earning commendations from leadership for my strategic insights.• Delivered 44 pallets of equipment to South America, including 120K pounds of emergency medical supplies supporting Chilean earthquake relief efforts.• Significant experience in executing numerous airlift missions and operations, from delivering combat equipment to the Middle East to Tsunami relief efforts in Japan to multiple destination stops across Europe & Africa with General Officers and Tops In Blue teams.