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ANDRIEA S. COOK

Columbus,USA

Summary

Dynamic Senior Enlisted Leader with extensive experience at the Department of Defense, driving mission readiness and operational excellence. Proven track record in strategic planning and program management, overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets and enhancing team performance. Skilled in aviation operations systems and talent development, achieving zero mishaps during high-stakes missions.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Enlisted Leader, Operations Group

Department of Defense
New Jersey
01.2020 - 01.2025
  • Senior Enlisted Leader for the Department of Defense's (DoD) only tri-service Operations Group. Served as the principal advisor to the group commander and staff on issues affecting the combat readiness, mission effectiveness, morale, welfare, safety, training, utilization, and professional development of over 800 Airmen, Sailors, Civilians and Contractors across five squadrons.
  • Oversaw a $250M/59K flight hour program & $12M simulator contract, directing operations for 14 C-17s, 6 KC-10s & 20 KC-46s executing worldwide airlift & air refueling missions in support of Joint & coalition forces.
  • Supervised command staff and directed the execution of high-visibility missions; enforced strict compliance with training and safety standards, achieving zero mishaps during operations.
  • Directed 72 Operation ALLIES REFUGE missions, facilitating the evacuation of 8,000+ Afghan civilians during the 2021 Taliban offensive; the largest noncombatant airlift in U.S. history.
  • Drove strategic readiness and mobility execution across global theaters, ensuring rapid deployment capabilities and seamless integration of air, ground, and command functions.

Program Manager (Squadron Superintendent / Chief Host Aviation Resource Management & Functional Manager)

Air Mobility Command
New Jersey
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Directed Air Mobility Command’s largest Operations Support Squadron, leading a 410-member joint-service team across 18 Air Force Specialty Codes, supporting 5 Total Force wings and 88 joint organizations in mission-critical operations.
  • Oversaw execution of 60,000 annual flying hours and coordination of 112,000 operational flights, ensuring continuous global mobility and mission readiness.
  • Served as Functional Manager for 47 Active Duty and Air Force Reserve Command personnel, administering a $5.1M flight pay program and ensuring accurate and timely compensation.
  • Exercised sole approval authority for mission data validation and training oversight, enhancing operational capability and mission readiness for over 1,200 aircrew operators.
  • Validated 1,500+ aircrew positions monthly, ensuring compliance across pay entitlements, training records, certifications, and qualification upgrades, supporting readiness across global deployment cycles.

Program Manager (Squadron Superintendent / Chief Host Aviation Resource Management & Functional Manager)

United States Air Force
United Kingdom
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Directed a 132-person unit across 17 Air Force Specialty Codes and 11 operational sections, executing the Commander’s strategic intent while managing control of $304M in mission-critical assets.
  • Oversaw United States Air Force European Command most diverse Host Aviation Resource Management office, providing direct support to 4 Major Commands and over 546 aircrew members, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency across multi-command environments.
  • Served as lead consultant and Program Manager for a $2.5M flying operations program, verifying and processing $1.9M in incentive pay while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory and financial standards.
  • Managed a $26M wing-wide operations budget, while planning and executing a $501K staff budget, forecasting financial shortfalls, and overseeing temporary duty procurement and equipment acquisition.
  • Served as Functional Manager for 46 Aviation Resource Managers across two wings, advising two Group Commanders and eight Squadron Commanders on critical issues including Air Force Instruction waivers, Flight Evaluation Boards, and aircrew disqualification actions.

Program Manager (Wing Staff Superintendent)

United States Air Force
United Kingdom
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Led a 72-member team across 11 Air Force Specialty Codes, providing operational and administrative support to 1,200 Wing personnel supporting U.S. and Allied Special Operations Forces in the EUCOM and AFRICOM Areas of Responsibility.
  • Oversaw the execution of a $26M Wing operations budget, including strategic planning and management of a $501K staff budget, financial forecasting, and procurement of Temporary Duty (TDY) resources and mission-essential equipment.
  • Managed the $1B Air Force Patriot Excalibur (PEX) system, optimizing flight scheduling, maintenance coordination, aircrew training, and standardization/evaluation processes to enhance enterprise-wide operational readiness.
  • Oversaw $2B in command-and-control infrastructure upgrades and training systems, improving readiness, cyber resilience, and joint interoperability.

First Sergeant & Program Manager (Squadron Aviation Management Superintendent)

United States Air Force
United Kingdom
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Oversaw the $30M Air Force Aviation Resource Management System (ARMS), ensuring enterprise-wide accuracy in aircrew qualification tracking, incentive entitlements, and operational readiness reporting in support of mission-critical aviation operations.
  • Developed, administered, improved organization policies; improved the quality of life for 75 military and civilian personnel.
  • Led acquisition planning and program execution for new weapons systems, managing deliverables, schedules, and stakeholder coordination with industry and government partners.
  • Drove design strategies for workforce planning and retention; completed staffing and data analysis to determine manpower needs for the organization.
  • Directed the development and execution of multi-year strategic plans for special operations forces, ensuring alignment with DoD objectives and theater-specific mission sets.

Various Roles

United States Air Force
01.1995 - 01.2015
  • Led and supervised teams of up to 138 personnel in support of aviation operations, ensuring mission success through effective task management, training, and resource coordination.
  • Managed work center operations, scheduled maintenance, and enforced operational risk management protocols aligned with program objectives.
  • Mentored and developed junior enlisted personnel, building high-performing teams while supporting strategic goals across multiple units.
  • Contributed to continuous process improvements, streamlining workflows that increased operational efficiency and reduced downtime.

Education

Bachelors of Arts - Project Management

Ashford University
San Diego, CA
01.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Airport Resource Management

CCAF / Air University
Montgomery, AL
01.2004

Skills

  • Aviation operations systems
  • Aircraft maintenance coordination
  • Mission planning tools
  • DoD platforms and programs
  • ARMS and GDSS
  • PEX
  • Microsoft 365
  • Project scheduling and management
  • Performance management systems
  • Leadership and management
  • Strategic planning and change management
  • Talent development and stakeholder engagement
  • Program management and operations
  • Acquisition strategies
  • Operations management oversight
  • Joint operations coordination
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Process improvement initiatives
  • Budget oversight and management
  • Resource coordination strategies
  • Risk mitigation techniques
  • Problem solving skills
  • Executive communication proficiency

Professional Military & Leadership Education

  • Group Senior Enlisted Leader Course, Air University, Maxwell-Gunter AFB, AL, 2022
  • Chief Master Sergeant Leadership Course (CLC/SDE), Air University, Maxwell-Gunter AFB, AL, 2019
  • USAFE-AFAFRICA Squadron Superintendent’s Course, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, 2017
  • Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education II, Joint Knowledge Online, Keesler AFB, MS, 2017
  • Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA/IDE), Air University, Maxwell-Gunter AFB, AL, 2017
  • Senior Noncommissioned Officer Professional Military Education Course, Course 14, CCAF, Maxwell-Gunter AFB, AL, 2012
  • Warfighter Planning Course, Air University, Maxwell-Gunter AFB, AL, 2011
  • Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education Course, National Defense University, Norfolk University, 2011
  • Air Force Institute of Technology Protocol School, Wright Patterson AFB, OH, 2009
  • Air Force First Sergeant Academy Additional Duty Seminar, Air University, Maxwell-Gunter AFB, AL, 2008
  • Airman Leadership School, CCAF, Maxwell AFB, AL, 2001

Certification

  • Certified Spot-It Coach & Instructor, 2024
  • Certified Life Coach, Clear Vision Academy, International Coaching Federation (ICF, Accredited), Ft Walton Beach, FL, 2023
  • Professional Manager Certification (PMC), Air University, Maxwell-Gunter AFB, AL, 2013
  • Chief Host Aviation Resource Management, Keesler AFB, MS, 2010

Core Competences

  • Leadership & Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Change Management
  • Talent Development
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Program & Project Management
  • DoD Programs
  • Program Performance
  • Acquisition
  • Program Operations
  • Operations Management
  • Aviation & Training Oversight
  • Joint Operations
  • Cross-Functional Teams
  • Process Improvement
  • Budget Oversight ($2B+)
  • Budget Management
  • Resource Coordination
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Problem Solving
  • Executive Communication

Executive Summary

Mission-driven Senior Program Manager and retired U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sergeant with 30 years of progressive leadership in directing cross-functional teams and executing complex, multimillion-dollar defense programs. Demonstrated expertise in full project lifecycle management, acquisition oversight, international operations, and strategic partnerships. Proven record of advancing mission success through collaboration, compliance, and operational excellence., Strategic Program Oversight, End-to-End Project Lifecycle Management, Operational Excellence, Resource and Budget Stewardship, Risk and Compliance Management, Data-driven Decision-Making, Stakeholder coordination across Joint, Interagency, and International Environments, Building High-Performing Teams, Driving process efficiency, Delivering results in high-pressure, complex settings, Applied Project Management expertise to lead complex, mission-critical programs from initiation through execution, aligning resources, schedules, and cross-functional teams to deliver results on time, within scope, and aligned with strategic objectives., Experienced in root-cause analysis, data-driven solutions, and process re-engineering., Implemented and enforced comprehensive risk management frameworks to safeguard personnel, assets, and mission continuity, reducing safety incidents and enhancing organizational resilience., Served as a strategic advisor and liaison across command levels and international partners, earning a reputation as a collaborative leader known for integrity, discretion, and mission-focused decision-making., Expert in aviation operations systems, aircraft maintenance coordination, mission planning tools, and DoD platforms (e.g., ARMS, GDSS, PEX), with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, project scheduling, and performance management systems.

Timeline

Senior Enlisted Leader, Operations Group

Department of Defense
01.2020 - 01.2025

Program Manager (Squadron Superintendent / Chief Host Aviation Resource Management & Functional Manager)

Air Mobility Command
01.2018 - 01.2020

Program Manager (Squadron Superintendent / Chief Host Aviation Resource Management & Functional Manager)

United States Air Force
01.2016 - 01.2018

Program Manager (Wing Staff Superintendent)

United States Air Force
01.2015 - 01.2016

First Sergeant & Program Manager (Squadron Aviation Management Superintendent)

United States Air Force
01.2013 - 01.2015

Various Roles

United States Air Force
01.1995 - 01.2015

Bachelors of Arts - Project Management

Ashford University

Associate of Applied Science - Airport Resource Management

CCAF / Air University