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Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Oh

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Oh

Major Command Functional Manager for development and training of 1213 Airmen in 34 various maintenance career fields. Establishes maintenance policy and guidance for 131 aircraft at 43 sites. Leads Weapons System Management team and provides Lead Command guidance for four different types of aircraft and systems.

Joint Base Mcguire-Dix-Lakehurst, United States Air Force

Technical advisor for logistics support for 13 C-17A and 32 KC-10A aircraft valued at $10 billion and use of $20 million operating budget. Representws 1,400 enlisted personnel across five diverse squadrons. Provided leadership and management to train, organize, equip and mobilize personnel to meet home station and deployed missions. Executed 24/7 maintenance operations in support of the President and Vice President of the United States.

Kunsan Air Base, Republic Of Korea

Led 545 flight line Airman for maintenance and generation of 55 F-16s and 12 F-15Es valued at $2.3 billion. Ensured Airmen are equipped and trained to support of 9,900 flying hour program to train 70 pilots in support of wartime taskings. Provided upkeep for $17.5 million dollars of equipment, 53 buildings and 34 vehicles; oversaw a $412,000 budget. Enforced safe work environment, maintenance compliance and squadron management in accordance with applicable laws and Air Force instructions.

Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii

Reported maintenance and combat capability for 400+ aircraft located at 12 Pacific Air Forces Flying Wings, 3 Air National Guard units and 7 allied forces units. During Operational Readiness Inspections, assessed units’ aircraft maintenance command and control; initial aircraft generation, combat sorties generation and their ability to survive and operated during contingencies. During Unit Compliance Inspections, assessed wing mission performance and compliance with Federal Law, United States Air Force and Major Command directives. Coordinated with Headquarters Pacific Air Forces on regulatory guidance, determined impact of policy and maintenance requirements.

Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska

Senior aircraft maintenance technical advisor responsible for the sortie production and maintenance of 22 F-16C/D aircraft to include schedule/unscheduled maintenance, servicing, munitions loading, phase inspection and sortie support. Responsible for the morale, training, discipline and management of 315 personnel in 15 specialties with an equivalent payroll in excess of $8.8 million; for more than $620 million in equipment and facilities; and for an annual budget of $1.1 million. Directed the maintenance effort supporting over 4,000 sorties and 6,400 flying hours annually. Planed for worldwide mobility tasking and joint Air Force/Army operations. Reviewed and evaluated quality assurance summaries and actions reports, ensured corrective actions were initiated when appropriate. Ensured effective programs existed to manage hazardous waste and health requirements.

Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany

Directed, controlled and supervised maintenance functions for 26 F-16CJ aircraft and 94 personnel in support of training and operational objectives. Ensured maintenance actions were documented and enforced the use of technical data. Reviewed pilot reported discrepancies, deferred discrepancies and supply products to ensure proper documentation and asset management. Reviewed daily/weekly flying schedules with plans, scheduling and documentation personnel, section chiefs and expediters to identify and solve possible problems. Attended daily maintenance meetings and coordinated all changes and requirements.

Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany

Supervised 15 quality assurance personnel in support of wing’s 25,320 hour annual flying program. Evaluated maintenance training and provides on-the-spot assistance through dedicated inspectors to identify maintenance deficiencies concerning 21 A-10 and 46 F-16 aircraft. Established and implemented performance guidelines for 8 squadrons and over 1,200 maintainers. Implemented the Wing’s quality assurance program and monitored the training qualification programs and reviewed/updated the quarterly evaluation and inspection plan. Compiled monthly and quarterly quality assurance summary reports and briefed wing senior staff. Investigated and coordinated maintenance and safety crostsstell messages. Wing exercise evaluation functional team coordinator.

Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico

Led 8 instructors providing over 5,794 classroom hours and hand-on aircraft technical training. Provided mission-essential maintenance training in support of the Fighter Wing’s F-111 and F-16 aircraft. Ensured proper use, care, and maintenance of aircraft systems trainers valued at $14 million. Worked directly with maintenance supervisors to identify and analyze training factors impacting readiness. Oversaw unit production, scheduled students, aircraft and equipment resulting 680 graduates annually. Coordinated with supply and maintenance activities to ensure timely and effective mission support. Reviewed and approved instructor training plans, evaluated performance and qualified new instructors. Conducted technical training on F-111 and F-16 pneudralics, electrics, airframe and engine systems.

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Mba With A Concentration In Logistics, Magna Cum Laude

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Professional Aeronautics

Associate Of Applied Science, Instructor Of Technology And Military Science

Associate Of Applied Science, Aircraft Maintenance Technology