Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
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Education and Training
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ARMANDO ILANO

ARMANDO ILANO

El Paso,TX

Summary

Take-charge professional delivering executive support and team leadership to business operations. Dependable and detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Broad experience includes office management, accounting, accounts receivable, invoicing, dispatching, database management, vendor negotiations and contract management. Recognized for exemplary customer service and team collaboration.

Work History

THAAD Instructor

Akima
09.2024 - Current
  • Outside of daily job duties and responsibilities, scripted Battle Plans helping KSA Soldiers successfully identify and engage Tactical ballistic Missiles (TBM) threats; defending critical assets in THAAD Engagements during rigorous simulation training.
  • Instructed the Fixed and External Communications Course (FEC), which KSA Soldiers are able to rapidly deploy MIDS and COM-201B Antennas, while able to communicate via the TOCNET-G4 secure communications systems.
  • Certified in CompTIA A+/ Network+ certified background, can easily elaborate give effective instruction on Cisco Router and Network Switch panels available in the THAAD Systems internal network.
  • Certified in CompTIA Security+, able to give extensive knowledge on how to install and configure TACLANE-Flex (KG-175) Encryptors, ensuring students operate and know its security capabilities.

IRON DOME Defense System Platoon Sergeant

US Army
Fort Bliss, Texas
  • Supervised the execution of 2 joint live-fire exercises with Raytheon CLS personnel.
  • Assisted in creating and instructing new gunnery tables for the IDDS system for future warfighting capabilities.
  • Organized, supervised, and coordinated all Iron Dome missile reload events alongside Israeli Defense Force counterpart during multiple exercises.

THAAD Launcher Platoon Sergeant

US Army
Fort Bliss, TX
  • Maintained accountability of 6 THAAD Launching Stations and all assigned sub-components.
  • Facilitated join live fire exercise with Raytheon further advancing Missile Defense capabilities
  • Supervised rigorous transition from THAAD capabilities to Iron Dome Defense.

PATRIOT Systems Launcher Platoon Sergeant

US Army
El Paso, TX
  • Excelled as a subject matter expert with over 15 years. Of experience in the Patriot Launching Stations.
  • Provided tactical and technical guidance to Patriot units during 7 deployments as a platoon sergeant.
  • Instructed multiple technical classes that resulted in successful gunnery evaluations
  • Trained generations of Guided Missile Transport and Forklift Reload Teams throughout career.

Battle Systems Manager

US Army
Fort Bliss, Texas
  • Monitored system performance to identify potential problems and develop solutions.
  • Coordinated and instructed multiple Soldier On-boarding events at the brigade level, resulting in a successful program sought after by peers.
  • Managed brigade-level Sponsorship Program, directly overseeing the in-processing of all Soldiers coming to the unit.

Generator Maintainer

US Army
Fort Bliss, TX
  • Maintained records of all maintenance tasks, repairs, and modifications performed on various KW sizes of Generators, from 110KW MEP 007B, all the way down to 5KW MEP-802A.
  • Maintained numerous Patriot Launching Stations which depended on 15KW MEP-804A generators during 5 overseas deployments
  • Successfully disassembled complex assemblies to gain access to malfunctioning components for repair or replacement while enduring harsh temperature environments

Unit Movement Officer

US Army
Fort Bliss, TX
  • Direct oversight of 52 assigned armored vehicles deploying overseas; responsible for all required transportation and HAZMAT documentation.
  • Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential hazards during unit deployments resulting in zero accidents during deployment period.
  • Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives being implemented at the small group level.

Hazmat Specialist

US Army
Fort Bliss, TX
  • Evaluated risk factors associated with the use of hazardous materials in the workplace, implemented corrective action plans when non compliance issues were identified.
  • Organized employee training programs related to hazardous materials handling and responding to hazardous material spills or releases.
  • Inspected storage containers for compliance with government regulations during numerous unit deployments
  • Instructed personnel on proper techniques for handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.

Unit Safety Officer

US Army
Fort Bliss, TX
  • Assisted in the development of new safety protocols for my unit operations based on changes in regulations or industry best practices.
  • Developed tools used to evaluate effectiveness of existing safety initiatives, creating a safer environment in the work area.
  • Investigated workplace accidents and provided recommendations for corrective actions as needed.
  • Documented all safety-related issues within the organization's database system.
  • Served as liaison between management team, higher HQ and outside regulatory agencies when necessary.

Supply Specialist

US Army
Fort Bliss, Texas
  • Maintained supply records in accordance with applicable regulations, resulting in a complete accountability of supplies and equipment.
  • Liaised with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage of incoming materials while investigating discrepancies between physical count results and system-generated reports.
  • Provided training and guidance to junior team members on best practices related to supply management processes, developing numerous supply team members to ensure regulatory compliance.

Reception and Integration Instructor

US Army
Fort Bliss, TX
  • Served as a Reception Sergeant for the Fort Bliss Reception Company, providing direct contact to all Soldiers in processing the Fort Bliss installation.
  • Responsible for assigning and sponsoring over 530 Soldiers and their families during their inprocessing period at the installation.
  • Extended influence over my assigned duties, coordinated daily activities and maintained good personal relationships with all civilian agencies involved.

Education

High School Diploma -

Gadsden High School
06-2002

Some College (No Degree) -

The University of Texas At El Paso

Some College (No Degree) -

Central Texas College

Skills

  • Strong leadership
  • Motivational Skills
  • Guest Relations
  • Team building expertise
  • Employee Supervision
  • Administrative Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Program Development

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Meritorious Service Medal-2024
  • Army Commendation Medal-5x
  • Army Achievement Medal-10x
  • Iraq Campaign Medal w/ 2 Stars-2003
  • Army Good Conduct Medal-7x
  • National Defense Service Medal-
  • Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal-
  • Global War on Terrorism Service Medal-
  • Korean Defense Service Medal
  • Overseas Service Ribbon-7x
  • NCO Professional Development Ribbon-3x
  • Army Service Ribbon

Education and Training

other,other,other

Timeline

THAAD Instructor

Akima
09.2024 - Current

High School Diploma -

Gadsden High School

Some College (No Degree) -

The University of Texas At El Paso

Some College (No Degree) -

Central Texas College

IRON DOME Defense System Platoon Sergeant

US Army

THAAD Launcher Platoon Sergeant

US Army

PATRIOT Systems Launcher Platoon Sergeant

US Army

Battle Systems Manager

US Army

Generator Maintainer

US Army

Unit Movement Officer

US Army

Hazmat Specialist

US Army

Unit Safety Officer

US Army

Supply Specialist

US Army

Reception and Integration Instructor

US Army

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