ANDREW M. GONZALEZ
Tampa
Summary
Results-driven Noncommissioned Officer and emergency services professional with more than nine years of military service and seven years of combined military and civilian medical experience. Experienced in aeromedical evacuation, emergency medical services, aviation operations, emergency management, training development, and personnel leadership. Former Avionics Systems Technician and Flying Crew Chief supporting the National Airborne Operations Center (NAOC) aboard the E-4B Boeing 747, maintaining advanced communications, navigation, and classified command-and-control systems. Supported multiple Secretary of Defense missions throughout the Indo-Pacific region and contributed to mission success resulting in multiple Air Force Outstanding Unit Award and Joint Meritorious Unit Award recognitions. Proven leader recognized for developing personnel, streamlining training programs, and improving organizational readiness.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aeromedical Evacuation Technician / NCOIC, Newcomers Flight
45th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, MacDill Air Force Base
Florida
09.2024 - Current
- Aeromedical Evacuation Technician with 3+ years of flying experience providing in-flight patient care, emergency medical treatment, and global patient movement support; ensured safe transport of critically ill and injured personnel while maintaining mission readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Supported large-scale aeromedical evacuation exercises at Muñiz Air National Guard Base, Puerto Rico.
- Co-developed the Newcomers Flight program (Training, management, and development) Reducing qualification timelines from 2.5 years to 1.2 decreasing training time by 53%
- Developed a Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP) for the 5-Level AMRT program, standardizing qualification requirements and reducing future training costs.
- Created and implemented 10+ onboarding and process guides that streamlined training and reduced recurring personnel inquiries.
- Founded the Mosquito Wings mentorship program, connecting junior Airmen with senior leaders to improve professional development and career progression.
Avionics Systems Technician / Flying Crew Chief
595th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Offutt Air Force Base
Nebraska
10.2017 - 08.2023
- Served as an Avionics Systems Technician supporting the National Airborne Operations Center (NAOC), a highly modified Boeing 747 responsible for strategic command-and-control operations.
- Qualified as a Flying Crew Chief and Avionics Systems Technician. Accumulated more than 847 flight hours supporting worldwide operations.
- Supported Secretary of Defense engagements across the Indo-Pacific theater, including Japan and Singapore, by ensuring aircraft availability, communications reliability, and mission execution for strategic national defense operations.
- Worked alongside Boeing engineers, software developers, and contractor personnel to troubleshoot complex systems, implement modifications, and improve aircraft mission capability..
- Served as section lead during NAOC relocation operations following historic Nebraska flooding, coordinating maintenance efforts between Lincoln, Nebraska, and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.
- Led multiple Tiger Team initiatives supporting aircraft availability and mission continuity..
- Contributed to mission success resulting in multiple Air Force Outstanding Unit Award and Joint Meritorious Unit Award recognitions.
Firefighter / Emergency Medical Technician
Ralston Fire Department
Ralston, Nebraska
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Responded to fires, medical emergencies, vehicle accidents, rescue operations, and public safety incidents.
- Provided pre-hospital emergency medical care and patient stabilization.
- Supported fire suppression activities, hazardous incident response, and community risk reduction initiatives.
- Collaborated with regional emergency response agencies during emergency operations.
- Instructor for Ralston Fire Cadet Program
Education
Associate of Science - Emergency Management
Pasco-Hernando State College
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Community College of the Air Force
Associate of Applied Science - Avionics Systems Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Skills
- Leadership & Personnel Development
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
- Aeromedical Evacuation Operations
- Emergency Management & Disaster Response
- Fire Suppression & Rescue Operations
- Training Program Management
- Operational Readiness
- Aviation Operations & Aircraft Maintenance
- Communications & Navigation Systems
- Risk Management & Safety Compliance
- Public Speaking & Mentorship
- Project Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Active Top Secret Security Clearance
Accomplishments
- 2026 Noncommissioned Officer of the Quarter
- 2024 Aerospace Medical Service Top Student Performer
- Quality Assurance Safety Honor Roll (2020, 2021, 2022)
- 2022 Volunteer of the Quarter
- 2020 Eighth Air Force Volunteer of the Year
- 2020 Group Volunteer of the Year
- 2020 Volunteer of the Quarter
- 2020 Top III Coin Recipient
- 2019 Command Chief Coin Recipient
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Firefighter I
- Firefighter II
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- CPR Instructor (American Red Cross)
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Instructor
- HIPAA Privacy and Security Training
- FEMA ICS-100
- FEMA ICS-200
- FEMA IS-700
- FEMA IS-800
- Active Top Secret Security Clearance
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Professional Development Travel Family Activities Sports Motorcycle Riding Community Service Mentorship
Timeline
Aeromedical Evacuation Technician / NCOIC, Newcomers Flight
45th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, MacDill Air Force Base
09.2024 - Current
Firefighter / Emergency Medical Technician
Ralston Fire Department
01.2020 - 01.2022
Avionics Systems Technician / Flying Crew Chief
595th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Offutt Air Force Base
10.2017 - 08.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Community College of the Air Force
Associate of Applied Science - Avionics Systems Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Associate of Science - Emergency Management
Pasco-Hernando State College
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
2026 Noncommissioned Officer of the Quarter, 2024 Aerospace Medical Service Top Student Performer, 2022 Volunteer of the Quarter, 2020 Eighth Air Force Volunteer of the Year, 2020 Group Volunteer of the Year, 2020 Volunteer of the Quarter, 2020 Quarterly Award, 2020 Offutt Top III Quarterly Recognition Coin, 2019 Offutt Air Force Base Command Chief Coin, Quality Assurance Safety Honor Roll (2020, 2021, 2022)