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Antione Smith

Joint Base Andrews,MD

Summary

Dynamic leader with 12 years in the Air Force, excelling as a Wing Weapons Safety Manager at the 113th Wing. Proven expertise in risk assessment and safety compliance, coupled with exceptional organizational and communication skills. Successfully fostered a culture of accountability, enhancing operational readiness and ensuring mission success through meticulous program management.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wing Weapons Safety Manager

113th Wing
01.2023 - Current
  • Served as a key advisor to commanders and supervisors on explosives, missile, nuclear surety, and directed energy safety protocols.
  • Oversaw the safe lifecycle management of ammunition and explosives, ensuring compliance with federal and military regulations.
  • Conducted risk assessments and implemented hazard mitigation strategies to protect personnel, assets, and the environment.
  • Led safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations, producing detailed reports and corrective action plans.
  • Delivered training and briefings on weapons safety procedures, fostering a culture of accountability and operational readiness.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to integrate safety into mission planning and execution.

Senior Enlisted Leader

53rd Fighter Squadron
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Served as the principal advisor to the commanding officer on all matters affecting enlisted personnel, including morale, welfare, discipline, and operational readiness.
  • Fostered a culture of excellence by mentoring junior leaders and driving professional development across the enlisted ranks.
  • Led strategic communication between command leadership and enlisted personnel, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and organizational values.
  • Oversaw training programs, performance evaluations, and deployment readiness for unit of 73 personnel.
  • Played a critical role in policy implementation, crisis response coordination, and maintaining unit cohesion during high-tempo operations.
  • Represented the command at joint service and interagency engagements, strengthening partnerships and enhancing mission effectiveness.

Weapons Expediter

113 Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
04.2022 - 01.2023
  • Directed and coordinated daily weapons loading operations for assigned aircraft, ensuring compliance with safety and technical standards.
  • Served as the primary liaison between maintenance operations, munitions control, and flightline teams to prioritize sortie generation and weapons system readiness.
  • Oversaw certified weapons loading personnel during munitions delivery, loading, unloading, and arming/dearming procedures.
  • Tracked aircraft weapons configurations, maintenance status, and Estimated Time in Commission (ETIC) to support mission planning and execution.
  • Conducted inspections and spot evaluations of weapons handling and loading operations to ensure reliability and adherence to technical orders.

Quality Assurance Inspector

28th Maintenance Group
01.2021 - 03.2022
  • Conducted inspections of products and processes to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Used precision measurement tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, gauges) to verify product dimensions and tolerances.
  • Documented inspection results, non-conformities, and corrective actions using standardized reporting systems.
  • Collaborated with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and implement process improvements.
  • Performed audits and spot checks throughout the maintenance process cycles to maintain consistent quality control.

Weapons Expediter

28th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
02.2019 - 01.2021
  • Directed and coordinated daily weapons loading operations for assigned aircraft, ensuring compliance with safety and technical standards.
  • Served as the primary liaison between maintenance operations, munitions control, and flightline teams to prioritize sortie generation and weapons system readiness.
  • Oversaw certified weapons loading personnel during munitions delivery, loading, unloading, and arming/dearming procedures.
  • Tracked aircraft weapons configurations, maintenance status, and Estimated Time in Commission (ETIC) to support mission planning and execution.
  • Conducted inspections and spot evaluations of weapons handling and loading operations to ensure reliability and adherence to technical orders.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of weapons training, certifications, and maintenance actions using Air Force IMTs and Load Crew Management Tools.
  • Supported contingency operations, exercises, and inspections by ensuring weapons systems were mission-ready and safely integrated.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

National American University
Rapid City, SD
03-2020

Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Armament Systems Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
06-2017

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology

Lynchburg University
Lynchburg
05-2010

Skills

  • Experienced leadership skill with 12 years in the Air Force
  • Excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
  • Proficient in analyzing, researching, organizing and problem solving
  • Proficient in interpersonal and communication skills
  • Exceptional Program management skills
  • Exceptional in interpreting and applying rules, regulations, policies and procedures

Certification

Safety Manager Course, 6 weeks JB Lackland, TX


8W000 AFSC training, JB Andrews, MD


AMMO 47 Lightning Protection, 5 days Kirtland AFB, NM


Explosives Site planning, 5 days JB Charleston, SC


10-hour General Industry

Safety and Health, 2 days JB Andrews, MD


Combat Air Forces Maintenance Supervision

and Production course, 8 days JB McGuire-Dix, NJ


National Capital Region First

Sergeant Symposium, 5 days JB Andrews, MD


Enlisted Joint Professional

Military Education II, Non-resident


Enlisted Joint Professional

Military Education I, Non-resident


Non-Commissioned Officer Academy, 35 days Peterson AFB, CO


Airman Leadership School, 35 days Ellsworth AFB, SD






Timeline

Senior Enlisted Leader

53rd Fighter Squadron
09.2023 - 12.2023

Wing Weapons Safety Manager

113th Wing
01.2023 - Current

Weapons Expediter

113 Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
04.2022 - 01.2023

Quality Assurance Inspector

28th Maintenance Group
01.2021 - 03.2022

Weapons Expediter

28th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
02.2019 - 01.2021

MBA - Business Administration

National American University

Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Armament Systems Technology

Community College of The Air Force

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology

Lynchburg University

Awards/Achievements

113th WG 2025 SNCO of the 3rd Quarter Award

53rd FS 2024 Lance P. Sijan Award

ACC 2023 Weapons Safety Manager of the Quarter Award

113th MXG 2022 Load crew of the 2nd Quarter Award

28th AMXS 2020 Lance P. Sijan Award

28th BW 2019 Lieutenant General Leo Marquez Award Munition/Missile Maintenance Supervisor

28th BW 2017 Lieutenant General Leo Marquez Award Munition/Missile Maintenance Technician

28th BW 2016 Load Crew of the Year Award

28th BW 2016 Technician of the Year Award for Munition / Missile Maintenance

28th MXO 2016 Maintenance Professional of the Year Award

28th AMXS 2015 Airman of the Year Award

28th AMXS 2015 Senior Airman Below-the-Zone

363rd TRS/CC  Top Performer as Airman Leader "Red Rope"