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Bossier City, Louisiana, United States

Observes, records, and disseminates weather data and information. Used fixed and deployable meteorological sensors to measure and evaluate atmospheric and space weather conditions. Used satellite and RADAR imagery, computer generated graphics, and weather communication equipment and instruments to analyze atmospheric and space data and information. Forecasted atmospheric and space weather conditions. Issued warnings and advisories to alert users to mission critical weather. Exploited weather analysis and data to enhance combat operations and training. Tailored and communicated weather information to meet operational requirements. Managed weather operations. Adapted weather resources to meet mission requirements. Ensured standardization and quality weather products, operations, and activities.

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii

Leadership & Operations Management:Directed a 17-member joint environmental intelligence team responsible for monitoring and ensuring the safety of 59 U.S. Indo-Pacific Command locations.Managed operations overseeing an expansive 113 million square-mile area, protecting $91 billion in Department of Defense assets.Technical Oversight & Compliance:Spearheaded the Commander's Inspection Program, supervising 33 assessors and managing 388 compliance checks.Recognized by the 557th Weather Wing Inspector General as a top performer, with the best evaluated program during the 2020 inspection.Analytical & Strategic Planning:Played an instrumental role during the 557th Weather Wing's inaugural Operational Readiness Exercise by identifying 12 key improvement areas, aligning wartime strategy with Air Force standards.Awards & Recognitions:Instrumental in team recognition as the "Large Team of the Year" (2019) by the 557th Weather Wing.Contributed to the unit's esteemed selection as the "Air Force's Weather Squadron of the Year" for 2018.

Spang, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

Leadership & Risk Management:Directed a team of 12 Airmen, producing over 1,000 weather products that ensured the safety of 49 aircraft across 11,000 sorties and 17,000 flying hours.Safeguarded $4.6 billion in Wing assets, highlighting meticulous attention to detail and risk assessment.Operational Efficiency & Automation:Spearheaded the overhaul of Mission Weather Products, eliminating 3 redundant processes and automating 6 segments, achieving a 38% reduction in production time and saving over 108 workhours annually.Strategic Planning & International Collaboration:Orchestrated weather support requirements and crafted the foundational execution forecast for the inaugural National Guard Theater Security Package in Europe.Enhanced the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's (NATO) capabilities by successfully integrating U.S. and Romanian pilots during Operation ATLANTIC RESOLVE, fortifying deterrence measures against Russian aggression.Standardization & Quality Assurance:Overhauled 23 standard operating procedures and supervised 280 checklist items, ensuring operational excellence and consistency.Recognized by the Inspector General as having "the best weather shop for U.S. Air Forces in Europe's Fighter Wings" during the 2015 Unit Effectiveness Inspection.

Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States

Asset Management & Innovation:Successfully managed the agency's $5 million equipment account, maintaining full accountability.Designed and implemented a tracking database to streamline and improve equipment management.Rapid Response & Support:Enabled a swift 48-hour deployment of two members with vital forecasting equipment to support the Global Response Force following the January 2010 earthquake, aiding 3,000 emergency responders in the field.Infrastructure & Strategy:As the primary Equipment Custodian, architected the storage strategy for the 18th Weather Squadron headquarters, optimizing space and accommodating storage needs for 81 personnel.Technical Leadership & IT Management:Served as the Information Management Officer, overseeing the maintenance of 85 computers, ensuring uninterrupted operations.Leadership & Recognition:Demonstrated exceptional leadership as the Airman Leadership School's class leader, receiving the prestigious John Levitow Award for excellence.Recognized as the agency's 2009 supervisor of the year for outstanding service and technical acumen.Battlefield and Special Operations Weathermen are meteorologists with advanced tactical training to operate in hostile or denied territory. They gather and interpret weather data and provide intelligence from deployed locations while working primarily with Army (Battlefield Weather) and Special Operations (Special Operations Weather) forces. They collect localized weather information, assist mission planning, and generate accurate, mission-tailored target and route forecasts in support of conventional and special operations. They also train joint force members to take and communicate limited weather observations. They deploy into restricted environments by air, land or sea to observe and analyze all weather data from "mud to sun." Operating in all climates, day or night, these weathermen maintain the highest standards of physical fitness and proficiency in the use of light weapons.

Barksdale Air Force Base

Weather Forecasting & Decision Support:Produced 315 detailed weather forecasts and issued 235 warnings, directly supporting combat operations across 90 locations in the Southern U.S.Empowered military commanders with accurate information to make strategic decisions based on upcoming weather conditions.Risk Management & Asset Protection:Successfully identified and alerted on atmospheric hazards for the Space Shuttle Discovery, leading to route adjustments that protected the $1.7 billion asset.Assured the safety and accuracy of over 5,000 missions as the Aircrew Mission Briefing Manager through rigorous quality control on aircrew mission weather forecasts.Deployment & Emergency Response:Played a pivotal role in providing critical weather briefings for UH-60 aircrew evacuation operations during deployment to the Joint Readiness Training Center.Offered crucial weather forecast support for Joint Task Forces Katrina and Rita, ensuring effective relief efforts post-hurricanes.Training & Team Development:Led training initiatives, mentoring new members in crafting terminal aerodrome forecasts, aircrew mission briefings, and graphics charts for the Southeast U.S.Technical Expertise & Collaboration:Coordinated with four Air Force regional weather centers, producing comprehensive graphical forecasts of aviation hazards for the U.S. utilizing LEADS software.Continuously monitored meteorological conditions, issuing alerts for critical weather events that might impact operations.Operational Support & Extended Responsibility:Provided tactical and operational weather support to over 120 Air Force and Army installations in the South Central U.S., ensuring optimal operational conditions.

Organizational Leadership

This professional military education course prepares NCOs to be professional, war-fighting Airmen who can lead and manage Air Force units.

Pme, Combat Leadership, Military Professionalism, Supervisory Of Airmen, And Supervisory Communication

Awarded John Levitow Award - The highest award presented at the Airman Leadership School, it is presented to the student demonstrating.

Atmospheric Sciences

Atmospheric Sciences

Activities and Societies: • Attended the Department of Defense Weather Training School full time and performed normal military duties. •.