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Adam E. Wasinger

Adam E. Wasinger

Elbert,CO

Summary

Program manager with 20+ years of military experience in air and space, holding a TS/SCI security clearance. Proven leader of award-winning teams with numerous accomplishments highlighted in national publications. Strong expertise in leadership, public speaking, written communication, new development, test execution, and fostering team success. Dedicated mentor and motivated innovator.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Operations

Space Training and Readiness Command
06.2021 - Current
  • Leads 450 undergraduate cadets from across the nation, delivering USSF concepts, ideals, & training
  • Developed (from scratch) the only national joint undergraduate Space Force education and training program. Successes highlighted in several publications, including but not limited too, SpaceNews, Air Force Magazine, The DownLink, Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC
  • Won Space Training and Readiness Command, Delta 13 Education, Top Performing Team of the Year

Operational Test Division Chief

Air Force Operational Test And Evaluation Center
10.2020 - 06.2021
  • Led 26-members conducting operational test and evaluation on twelve programs worth $237 billion
  • Won group-level team of the year, streamlined 4 multi-service weapon system test strategies
  • Rated #1/7 amongst direct peers (military Lieutenant Colonels)




Satellite Communication Operational Test Chief

Air Force Operational Test And Evaluation Center
07.2018 - 10.2020

- Led Detachment's busiest branch with 31 members, keeping 11 programs worth $33B on-track

- Guided 6-satellite Air Force Space Command operational test plan, shaping future warfighting path

- Created first rapid space test strategy, enabled nuclear command and control capabilities four-years early

- Rated #2/10 amongst direct peers (military Majors)

Rocket Launch Range & Network Branch Chief

Space Systems Command
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Directed 4 Acquisition Category Type III programs, launch ranges for NASA, DoD, and commercial use
  • Executed $54M rocket command destruction modernization effort, incorporated latest cyber security
  • Led 35-mbr/$304M communication sub-system and facility upgrade; aided telemetry data supporting $12B launches per year
  • Rated #1/7 amongst direct peers (military Majors)

Director of the Commander’s Action Group

Space Systems Command
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Led top hand-selected team, reporting directly to Space & Missile Systems Commander
  • Supported Program Executive Officer for Space, $6B annual budget, managed 5,000 personnel
  • Directed logistic support for senior Office of the Secretary of Defense & Headquarters Air Force leaders
  • Rated #5/194 amongst direct peers (military Majors)

Space Control Technologies Program Manager

Space Systems Command
05.2015 - 05.2016
  • Led 30-person team executing fast-track multi-agency acquisitions delivering POTUS-priority highly classified program
  • Mission Commander of Secretary of the Air Force directed Acquisition Category I Space Situational Awareness classified Command and Control system
  • Streamlined $40M source selection, garnered multiple delegations, saved team two months of work
  • Won Secretary of the Air Force Field Grade Officer award; met United States #1 space control effort

Acquisitions Integrated Product Team Lead

Space Systems Command
08.2014 - 05.2015

- Led 6 teams/90+ members, won MAJCOM approved for $1B classified capabilities

- Drove certification of 16+ industry partner facilities, streamlining POTUS priority program, saving 2-years

- Chief planner for $110M classified staffing contract upgrade extension, ensured 7-program/80-member mission continuity

Space Systems Project Manager

Air Force Material Command
11.2013 - 08.2014

- Led 38-member Space Situational Awareness Team, added 8 non-traditional sensors meeting Strategic Command's (STRATCOM) Commander's #1 priority

- Directed $5.8M laser deconfliction project, mitigated 85 design errors and reduced project risk by 70%

- Won Division Company Grade Officer of the Quarter

- Rated #2/14 amongst peers (military Captains)


Executive Officer

Air Force Material Command
11.2012 - 11.2013
  • Synchronized efforts across 3 Separated Units, ensured one ACAT 1 and 15 programs $3.9B success
  • Led 38 government & contractor team in sustainment and modernization of $1.8B joint service program
  • Added 8 non-traditional Space Situational Awareness (SSA) sensors, STRATCOM Commander #1 priority
  • Rated #1/40 amongst direct peers (military Company Grade Officers)

Program Manager, Mobile Command Center Upgrades

Air Force Material Command
11.2010 - 10.2012

- Led 67-member government /Industry team supporting $500M United States Northern Command contingency capability

- Facilitated operational unit Outstanding rating from national inspectors

- Piloted $62M/4-year contract source selected team, saved $8.4M in operations and maintenance

Developmental Test Program Engineer

Air Force Material Command
01.2005 - 01.2009
  • Managed all program costs, schedule & performance for combat search and rescue developmental test
  • Executed $4.8M Air Force Special Operations Command Combined Test Force at Nellis Air Force Base
  • Won 46th Operations Group Program Engineer of Year

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Trident University
CA
02.2013

Bachelor of Science - Management

United States Air Force Academy
Colorado Springs, CO
06.2005

Skills

  • Strategic Planning and Execution
  • Program Management
  • Engineering Integration
  • Business Development
  • Production & Manufacturing
  • Test Development and Execution
  • Contract Development
  • Procurement Specialist
  • Logistic Support
  • Quality Assurance
  • Financial Management
  • Operational Efficiency

Certification

  • Program Manager Level III, Defense Acquisition University
  • Test and Evaluation Level II, Defense Acquisition University
  • Space 200, National Security Space Institute, Peterson SFB, CO
  • Squadron Officers School, Maxwell Air Force Base, AL
  • Space Operations Course, Advanced Space Operations School, Peterson SFB, CO
  • Aerospace Basic Course, Maxwell Air Force Base, AL

Accomplishments

(2) Meritorious Service Medals for outstanding service to the nation

(1) Joint Commendation Medal for exceptionally meritorious achievement during Operation Iraqi Freedom

(1) Air Force Commendation Medal


2003 Most Valuable Player (Golf) – United States Air Force Academy, CO

2008 PME “Top Performer,” “Exceptional Performer,” ASBC, Maxwell AFB, AL

2008 Company Grade Officer of the Second Quarter – 413 FLTS, Hurlburt Field, FL

2008 Program Engineer of the Year – 46th Operations Group, Eglin AFB, FL

2009 Program Engineer, 1st Quarter – 413 FLTS, Hurlburt Field, FL

2010 Program Engineer, 3rd Quarter – 46th Operations Group, Eglin AFB, FL

2011 Company Grade Officer, 2nd Quarter – ESC/HSII, Peterson AFB, CO

2011 Program Manager, 3rd Quarter – ESC/HSII, Peterson AFB, CO

2013 Graduated Summa Cum Laude – MBA, Trident University, Cypress, CA

2013 Senior Company Grade Officer, 1st Quarter – AFLCMC/HBQ, Peterson AFB, CO

2014 Senior Company Grade Officer, 1st Quarter – AFLCMC/HBQI, Peterson AFB, CO

2014 Senior Company Grade Officer, 2nd Quarter – AFLCMC/HBQ, Peterson AFB, CO

2016 SAF/AQ FGO Spot Award – SMC/SYA, Los Angeles AFB, CA

2016 Field Grade Officer of the Month – SMC/SYA, Los Angeles AFB, CA

2017 Division Team of the Quarter – SMC/RNG, Los Angeles AFB, CA

2019 Division FGO of the 4th Quarter – AFOTEC/SMT, Peterson AFB, CO

2022 Delta 13 Team of the Year – DEL13 Det 1, United States Air Force Academy, CO

Timeline

Director of Operations

Space Training and Readiness Command
06.2021 - Current

Operational Test Division Chief

Air Force Operational Test And Evaluation Center
10.2020 - 06.2021

Satellite Communication Operational Test Chief

Air Force Operational Test And Evaluation Center
07.2018 - 10.2020

Rocket Launch Range & Network Branch Chief

Space Systems Command
01.2017 - 01.2018

Director of the Commander’s Action Group

Space Systems Command
01.2016 - 01.2017

Space Control Technologies Program Manager

Space Systems Command
05.2015 - 05.2016

Acquisitions Integrated Product Team Lead

Space Systems Command
08.2014 - 05.2015

Space Systems Project Manager

Air Force Material Command
11.2013 - 08.2014

Executive Officer

Air Force Material Command
11.2012 - 11.2013

Program Manager, Mobile Command Center Upgrades

Air Force Material Command
11.2010 - 10.2012

Developmental Test Program Engineer

Air Force Material Command
01.2005 - 01.2009
  • Program Manager Level III, Defense Acquisition University
  • Test and Evaluation Level II, Defense Acquisition University
  • Space 200, National Security Space Institute, Peterson SFB, CO
  • Squadron Officers School, Maxwell Air Force Base, AL
  • Space Operations Course, Advanced Space Operations School, Peterson SFB, CO
  • Aerospace Basic Course, Maxwell Air Force Base, AL

Master of Business Administration -

Trident University

Bachelor of Science - Management

United States Air Force Academy
Adam E. Wasinger