Eric Hoopes Email & Phone Number

Lead Advisor to NGB A3/10 Senior Leadership on Air National Guard (ANG) Operational Training Infrastructure, Readiness Training Program (RTP) and Combatant Command (CCMD) Exercises. Training and Readiness Support subject matter expert (SME). Exercise Planning, Coordination, Design and Scenario Development SME. Exercise Execution and Evaluation representation on behalf of NGB/ANG Senior Leadership. Attend in-person meetings and exercises to provide leadership, guidance, and support to units and combat capabilities. Other duties or special interest items, as assigned.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Responsible for strategic leadership of Air National Guard Operational Training Infrastructure, Ranges, Airspace, Combat Readiness Training Centers, Simulators, Exercises, International Affairs & Rated Training Management• Leads 5 Branches & team of 24 Program Managers to drive outcomes across 90 Wings in 54 states & territories • Plans & directs $130M+ annual resources & $177M+ in contracts to support manpower, operations & sustainment• Aligns cross-functional communities to implement policy, Department of Defense & National Defense Strategies • Steers enterprise strategies to address emerging requirements, development of policy & modernization initiatives • Chief Planner for ANG participation in AIR DEFENDER ’23: Led the largest peacetime air deployment exercise in ANG & NATO history (June 2023); Responsible for deploying over 100 aircraft & 2,300+ Airmen from 44 units & 37 states at a resource value of $50M+, comprising the preponderance of force presentation out of 25 participating countries

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Responsible for strategic oversight of total ANG Nuclear Operations to include Bombers, Tankers & Nuclear Command, Control & Communications equities across multiple Wings & states; Primary Treaty Compliance Officer for the ANG • Subject matter expert to Senior Leadership on nuclear recapitalization & modernization; steered investments & outcomes• Led Crisis Action Team comprised of full-spectrum ANG mission representatives responding to contingencies including COVID-19, civil unrest, POTUS inauguration support, & OPERATION ALLIES WELCOME (Afghanistan Evacuation)• Acting Division Chief, Operational Training Enterprise for duration of time in position; earned promotion to Colonel

San Antonio, Texas, United States

• Nominated & selected by peer Commanders & National Guard Bureau to lead enterprise-level steering group• Chaired biannual executive sessions & represented ANG equities at key service meetings, working groups & conferences • Provided subject matter expertise to Commanders & Senior Leaders to develop comprehensive corporate processes• Led staff assistance visits, inspections & investigations to provide vital feedback for Commander improvement programs• Responsible for selecting & leading Integrated Planning Teams with principals from cross-functional disciplines to address emergent issues, pursue initiatives, and develop policy, program, acquisition & modernization strategies

San Antonio, Texas, United States

• Responsible for 1 of 12 ANG Ranges providing training to F-16, AT-38, C-130, T-45, UH-60, AH-64, CH-47 aircraft, Joint Terminal Attack Controllers, Combat Communications, Civil Engineers & Explosive Ordnance Disposal personnel • Planned & directed all aspects of range operations: Flight/ground safety, emergency procedures, scheduling, reporting, airspace/land environmental management, communications, equipment, infrastructure & capability modernization • Led 15-person multi-disciplined team in management of $150K+ annual budget & oversight of $53M+ in assets • Successfully led 12,825+ range missions encompassing 4,549+ hours utilization over 11 years with zero mishaps • Accolades for innovation & outstanding leadership of the range mission include 4 Air Force Best Practices, 2 Inspector General Superior Performer Awards, Army Commendation Medal, 3 Air Force Meritorious Service Medals, Colonel James R. Witt Award for most significant impact to aerial operations & the Lone Star Distinguished Service Medal

San Antonio, Texas, United States

• Responsible for construction management of new homes, overseeing a total portfolio valued at more than $11M annually • Worked 1-on-1 with customers through the process to ensure highest quality satisfaction of the most demanding clientele • Responsible for planning, scheduling, payroll, material supply, safety & security; Partnered with Sales to recruit clients • Recruited, contracted, trained & managed vendors to perform all construction tasks; Administered strict quality assurance measures to ensure adherence to industry standards, codes, permits, company policy & client expectations• Promoted in company record time to Senior Builder; Earned recognition as Builder of the Year for San Antonio (2007) for top production, best inspections, outstanding 20%+ profit margin, & 100% customer satisfaction in over 120 surveys

Minot, North Dakota, United States

• Key member of 5-person crew responsible for conventional & strategic employment of America’s most iconic bomber • Performed key duties to include flight planning, basic & radar navigation, system operations, in-flight communications, tactics development, target study, weapons employment, close air support & integrated package development • Notable duties & accomplishments included Squadron Executive Officer, Long/Short-Range Scheduler, Patriot Excalibur Program Manager, Certified Nuclear Command Post Controller, and Chief Egress Instructor responsible for development of the first training program to utilize a full-scale B-52H aircrew & maintenance egress simulator

Abilene, Texas, United States

• Enlisted team leader responsible for all maintenance activities on assigned aircraft; delivered airworthy planes to crews • Performed maintenance, inspections, coordinated repairs & managed records; operated a variety of advanced equipment • Key accolades include selection to Senior Airman below the zone, monthly & quarterly awards, Quality Assurance recognition for top performance, and ultimately competitive selection for path-to-commission & follow-on flying career

Strategic Defense

Military Strategic Studies, General

Military And Strategic Leadership

Military Operational Art And Science/Studies

Military Operational Art And Science/Studies

Bs, Professional Aeronautics, Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science And Technology, General, 4.0

Aviation Safety (Faa Certified), Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science And Technology, General, 4.0

Aerospace Maintenance Management, Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science And Technology, General