Assume logistics management duties and maintain oversight of multifaceted fabrication operations for 49 organizations. Led and guided a high-performing team of 5 personnel responsible for managing the resourcing, programming, and budgeting needs of the organization. Held full accountability for acquisition, sustainment, and modification programs with a $121M budget, overseeing the support of 17 weapon systems, 2.6K aircraft, and 51 facilities. Led the development of 5th Gen DoD program directives to support F-22 and F-35 fighters, focusing on securing a $5.5B in contract award and driving operational enhancements and cost efficiencies in advanced air combat systems.Direct all facets of a major corrosion prevention program valued at $650M, ensuring optimal condition and proper functionality of 2.6K aircraft. Manage and maintain allocated budget in line with budgetary constraints, oversee compliance operations throughout the team, and maintain updated SOP documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with evolving guidelines.Streamline fabrication processes by overseeing new process development, optimization, and standardization.

Administer and conduct an in-depth inspection of the assigned units and perform root cause analysis to identify underlying issues and conceptualize, as well as deploy corrective action plans. Contribute to developing a risk-based sampling strategy for each assigned unit based on the analysis results. Guide and educate staff on implementing corrective plans for unit recovery, as well as ensuring compliance with the standards.Determine and ensure mission readiness of 79 units; evaluate and review equipment corrosion control functions while administering 51 facilities and inspecting 2K aircraft under a budget of $75M.Direct the efforts of 3.5K staff in conducting equipment maintenance and fabrication on non-destructive equipment. Drive robust efforts for fleet sustainment, such as developing and deploying fabrication maintenance policies; coordinate and verify all aspects of formal staff training measures/plans.Highlight specialty training deficiencies and personnel management gaps for 4 career fields and advise Commander Air Combat Command and Headquarters Career Field Managers on corrective action plans.

Held direct accountability for overseeing, monitoring, and controlling daily operations across 4 facilities, including training and developing >1200 staff members. Served as the prime point of contact and effectively liaised with headquarters staff agencies and field-level organizations. Delivered hands-on training to the staff members and developed effective training courses for the maintenance technicians. Singlehandedly piloted all facets of the program transition efforts for the hybrid multi-capable maintenance operations program from standard aircraft maintenance operations; provided planning and advisement support.Facilitated successful program expansion and transition across 5 locations, as well as leveraged expertise to develop and introduce a multi-million-dollar training overhaul throughout the Air Force base. Spearheaded end-to-end multi-capable technician initiative comprising 1.2K members for 4 assigned units handling 96 aircraft worth $9B; identified and eliminated procedural gaps within maintenance KPIs and training progression. Administered all efforts associated with improving and consolidating 5 career fields into 2 career tracks.Boosted manpower utilization by 30% by reporting training assessment findings to the senior management to facilitate them in devising tactics for efficient manpower utilization. Formulate long-term strategies, develop Agile Combat Employment tactics, and act as the primary liaison between 5 operating locations, 2 Major Commands, and Headquarters Air Force senior leaders for F-35 sustainment operations.

Served as a key asset and driving force for the organization by singlehandedly steering all key functions throughout the organization. Responsible for monitoring and tracking daily maintenance operations; redefined section priorities to ensure compliance with the mission goals and on-time fulfillment of pre-defined milestones. Facilitated unit operations development by creating daily status reports for the senior management, as well as delivering strategic support and daily operational oversight.Leveraged expertise to define and overhaul key maintenance processes to drive significant process improvements and ensure efficient management of all assigned projects. Successfully curtailed aircraft downtime while maximizing equipment lifespan and increasing aircraft efficiency while ensuring mission readiness at all times. Developed production plans, set goals, and created strategies to optimize production efficiency, resource utilization, and output quality; managed personnel, equipment, materials, and budgets effectively to meet strategic objectives.Served as a subject expert for 15 career specialties and 2 aircraft and devised, as well as established, robust, and scalable maintenance plans to reduce maintenance and repair time.Spearheaded product improvement initiative for F-35, strategizing the enhancement of products with cross-functional leaders, which resulted in the effective resolution of 68 fleet issues.Championed operations development and management efforts for 2.7K assets and 35 facilities amounting to $55M. Directed end-to-end shift manpower distribution functions; delivered operational assistance for the staff training program.

Oversaw all preventative maintenance and troubleshooting operations for 52 aircraft worth $7.6B. Directed and trained >156 staff members handling maintenance activities across 4 units. Ensured proper maintenance and upkeeping on low observable aircraft by supporting and guiding teams on maintenance operations. Delivered daily leadership and support in equipment inspection, fault diagnosis, and deploying corrective maintenance plans. Deployed to oversee maintenance-related operations for >9K flight hours and completed 5.7K low-observable aircraft maintenance inspections while leveraging expertise to address and resolve 162 action requests. Undertook a complex assignment pertaining to telemetry upgrade and administered the entire gamut of the project, including planning, designing, and integrating antenna array mount in 15 locations that boosted system reliability. Increased tracking efficiency across all maintenance activities by creating and implementing a maintenance management database that enabled on-time tracking and record management of past and new maintenance projects. Hand-picked to lead and provide strategic oversight for a radar system upgrade project worth $50M that included designing and developing 23 system components while adhering to all project requirements and deadlines. Proficiently addressed and resolved 68 fleet-related issues by leading the product development and overhauling efforts for the F-35 fleet; conceptualized and deployed effective product enhancement ideas with departmental leadership. Served as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) liaison to the F-35 Supportable Low Observable (SLO) Team; conducted comprehensive LO verification analysis and demonstrated expertise in Radar Cross-Section (RCS) measurement tiers.Inspected and audited low observable aircraft maintenance activities of 4 groups and significantly enhanced data integrity by 70% through in-depth inspection of 9 aircraft and discovery of 4.6K issues

Assigned to manage and oversee team operations, including equipment maintenance technicians on identifying and correcting structural faults, as well as performing effective corrosion control through advanced maintenance techniques on aircraft. Held responsibility for the development and management of specialty equipment and facilities valued at $606M while maintaining adequate levels of shop equipment worth $3.7M. Progressed to the position of higher authority by leading efforts to save $36K by overseeing and supporting the repair of 2 major engine components and maximizing their efficiency.Coordinated with 500 staff members to execute assigned maintenance operations for 200 Department of Defense (DoD) test missions comprising 300 flight hours. Conserved $36M by administering testing and installation of key equipment optimization, as well as resolved major engine starter failures/issues by creating and testing prototypes. Increased aircraft readiness by 20% by executing troubleshooting, repair, revamping, and maintenance on a prototype fleet along with 10 accomplished engineers. Hand-picked to support equipment disassembly and relocation for key assets worth $66M; this resulted in saving $1.2M and facilitating 10K sq. ft hangar space. Contributed extensively to the development of a first wing transfer stand design modification program valued at $30M and closing of the $55K contract; provided expertise in detecting 16 design defects and validated the final prototype design.Praised and appreciated by the senior leadership for efficiently orchestrating and executing the Best Safety Program in the entire unit for 5 buildings comprising 128 occupants and 9 different sections. Selected to direct all facets of the HAZMAT Program focused on certifying 11 accounts; inspected 1,400 components and reported zero discrepancies, resulting in receiving an outstanding rating.