Adam Rico
Rapid City
Summary
Proven leader with expertise in strategic initiative execution and cross-functional collaboration. Successfully managed $350 million in contracts and streamlined workflows, with a strong background in personnel management and emergency response. Known for championing continuous improvement and fostering collaborative environments, leading to multiple awards for team excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Systems Flight Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
Box Elder, SD
04.2024 - Current
- Adhered to strict munitions build up and delivery maintenance schedules, optimizing resource allocation and workflow efficiency.
- Led cross-functional teams in resolving complex technical issues, improving overall system reliability and performance by decreasing security clearance processes from months to several days
- Oversaw 253 members as Human Resources for personnel allocations, leveraging talent management Awarded Headquarters Manager of the Year 2024 and 2025
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement within the team by encouraging open communication among team members through process improvements resulting in back to back Team of the year awards for 2024 and 2025
Division Chief
Unites States Air Force, USAF
Central Command
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance operational security and efficiency across multiple overseas locations
- Oversaw resource allocation and budget management to optimize departmental performance by procuring $350 million dollars in Department of Defense contracts.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to improve project outcomes and team dynamics.
- -Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced turnaround times for logistical movements of $23 billion dollars of taxpayer dollars
Munitions Inspector Section Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
Box Elder, SD
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Conducted thorough inspections of munitions to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Utilized specialized inspection tools and equipment to assess munitions condition and functionality on a $450 million dollar munitions stockpile.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline inspection processes, improving overall efficiency and producing high performers
- Posses unique Munitions Accountable Systems Officer experience, hand selected to lead Division Chief duties at an undisclosed location overseas
Munitions Contorl Section Chief
Unites States Air Force, USAF
Box Elder, SD
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Led operational planning and execution for training exercises across multiple units and conducted real world combat deployments.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to enhance team efficiency winning back to back Manager of the Quarter awards
- Improved communication between 10 sections, fostering a collaborative work environment leading to overall mission success.
Munitions Flight Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
Albuquerque, NM
09.2018 - 10.2021
- Initiated community outreach programs, strengthening relationships between military and local communities winning the Lance P. Sijan leadership award
- Mentored 34 junior staff, enhancing their expertise and promoting professional growth within the unit leading to back to back Team of the Year awards
- Leveraged strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during daily operations without compromising safety or efficiency, earning the 2017 Leo Marquez award
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD12-2028
Associate of Applied Science - Munitions Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL02-2014
Skills
- Leadership excellence
- Emergency management
- Organizational leadership
- Personnel management
- Teamwork
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 60 junior members over the last 10 years resulting in 4 Team of the Year awards.
Team of the Year 2018, 2019, 2024 and 2025
Led several diverse teams through 2 billion dollars of munitions procurements and expenditures while maintaining 100% accountability of all assets passing multiple FIAR inspections.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Systems Flight Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
04.2024 - Current
Division Chief
Unites States Air Force, USAF
10.2023 - 04.2024
Munitions Inspector Section Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
02.2023 - 10.2023
Munitions Contorl Section Chief
Unites States Air Force, USAF
10.2021 - 02.2023
Munitions Flight Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2018 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Maryland Global Campus
Associate of Applied Science - Munitions Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force