Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
Generic

Blayne Kiser

North Pole,AK

Summary

Detail-oriented IT and knowledge management professional with over 16 years of experience in military operations and technical systems support. Expertise in SharePoint administration, data governance, access control, and large-scale data migration enables effective management of complex information systems. A proven track record of improving organizational processes while ensuring secure and efficient access to critical data underscores a commitment to excellence. Eager to leverage technical, analytical, and leadership skills to support mission-driven organizations and excel in modern IT environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Knowledge Operations Supervisor | Information & Data Management

Alaska Air National Guard: 168th Wing
12.2024 - Current

I support enterprise information management and collaboration systems within a large government organization, focusing on improving how data is organized, secured, and accessed across teams. My work centers on knowledge management, data governance, and enterprise collaboration platforms, ensuring information is structured in a way that supports operational effectiveness and secure information sharing.

  • I have led initiatives to modernize collaboration environments and migrate large-scale data repositories from legacy file systems into structured SharePoint-based document management systems. This work involved designing scalable information architecture, implementing role-based access control, and establishing governance practices to ensure sensitive information is properly managed and protected.
  • Through these efforts, I have overseen the migration and organization of terabyte-scale datasets, improving data accessibility, security, and long-term information governance while supporting mission-critical operations.

Aircraft Pneudraulics Technician | Systems Maintenance & Team Leadership

Alaska Air National Guard: 168th Wing
03.2012 - 12.2024
  • Served as an Aircraft Pneudraulics Technician responsible for the inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of critical aircraft hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems supporting mission-ready aircraft operations. This role required diagnosing complex system malfunctions, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring aircraft systems operated within strict safety and operational tolerances.
  • Developed strong systems analysis and problem-solving skills by isolating faults within hydraulic and flight control systems and performing detailed inspections to maintain operational reliability. Work required strict adherence to safety procedures, compliance regulations, and technical standards, ensuring mission-critical equipment remained secure and fully operational.
  • As the Hydraulics Shop Point of Contact (POC), led and coordinated teams of up to 10 personnel supporting both aircraft maintenance and backshop operations. Responsible for prioritizing maintenance tasks, delegating workload, and ensuring aircraft readiness while minimizing downtime. Also deployed as part of Maintenance Repair Teams (MRT) supporting operations in multiple locations, maintaining aircraft systems in expeditionary and high-tempo environments.
  • Mentored and trained technicians on system troubleshooting, maintenance procedures, and operational standards. Managed training documentation and compliance using enterprise training systems to ensure personnel maintained required qualifications and readiness.
  • Held additional leadership and compliance responsibilities including Hazardous Materials Custodian, Environmental Coordinator, CTK/TMDE Monitor, and Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Instructor. These roles required managing equipment inventories, coordinating inspections, enforcing regulatory compliance, and training personnel to perform effectively in high-pressure operational environments.

Aircraft Electrical & Environmental Systems Technician | Electrical Systems Maintenance

Alaska Air National Guard: 168th Wing
03.2009 - 03.2012
  • Served as an Aircraft Electrical and Environmental Systems Technician responsible for the inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of complex aircraft electrical and environmental control systems supporting mission-ready aircraft operations. Ensured system reliability and operational safety by diagnosing faults and performing preventative maintenance across multiple aircraft subsystems.
  • Maintained and repaired AC/DC electrical systems, auxiliary power units (APUs), landing gear systems, anti-skid and nose wheel steering systems, aircraft lighting, and caution/warning systems. Conducted both on-equipment and off-equipment maintenance while ensuring all components met strict operational and safety standards.
  • Worked extensively with control panels, inverters, voltage regulators, integrated drive generators, motors, relays, actuators, and electrical wiring systems, using specialized diagnostic equipment to identify malfunctions and restore system functionality. Performed detailed testing and inspections to maintain system integrity and prevent operational failures.
  • Also maintained mobile aircraft servicing units and oxygen systems, ensuring proper operation and compliance with safety regulations. This work required strict adherence to technical documentation, safety procedures, and quality assurance standards.
  • Through this role, I developed strong systems troubleshooting, technical diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and risk management skills, supporting the reliability of mission-critical equipment in high-tempo operational environments.

Education

BS - Applied Technology

Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID
04.2026

Professional Military Education Certificate -

Air Force Noncommissioned Officer Academy (NCOA)
Eielson AFB, AK
03.2021

Leadership and Supervisory Training Certificate -

Airman Leadership School (ALS)
Eielson AFB, AK
11.2013

Technical Certification - Aircraft Hydraulic Systems

KC-135 Hydraulic Systems Craftsman Course
Fairchild AFB, WA
04.

Technical Certification - Aircraft Hydraulic Systems

USAF Aircraft Hydraulic Systems Apprentice Course
Sheppard AFB, TX

Technical Certification - KC-135 Refueling Systems

In-Flight Refueling Systems Course
Sheppard AFB, TX

Technical Certification - Aviation Maintenance Technology

USAF Aircraft Electrician Apprentice Course
Sheppard AFB, TX

High School Diploma -

North Pole High School
North Pole, AK
05.2009

Skills

  • SharePoint administration
  • Data stewardship skills
  • Records organization
  • Data protection strategies
  • Process efficiency improvement
  • Hydraulic systems diagnostics
  • Electrical system diagnostics
  • Team leadership
  • Equipment management

Accomplishments

Spearheaded a time-sensitive repair for a critical engine failure on a high-priority aircraft. Directed a team to troubleshoot, replace, and functionally test the system with the flight crew in under 60 minutes, directly preventing a mission delay.

Led a specialized team of three technicians as the Lead Hydraulic Systems Specialist during a major operational readiness exercise. Excelled in a high-pressure environment, directing 98 essential maintenance tasks and overseeing the transfer of 8 million pounds of fuel. This direct leadership and hands-on management provided critical ground support for 485 flight missions and 1,100 receiving aircraft, ensuring 100% operational success.

Successfully managed a dual maintenance portfolio, encompassing both long-term fleet management for 10 assigned aircraft and rapid-response support for visiting assets. This included directing all scheduled upkeep while personally overseeing 70+ hours of unscheduled, time-sensitive repairs.

As acting Hydraulic Shop Supervisor, assumed full responsibility for all shop and flightline maintenance operations. A key achievement in this role was leading a cross-functional collaboration with engineers to restore a critical test stand. This project was instrumental in ensuring a seamless workflow, sustaining 100% operational readiness, and upholding the highest standards of performance and safety for the entire section.

Streamlined administrative processes to accelerate the generation of personnel orders, enabling the execution of a major annual event months ahead of schedule. This proactive approach eliminated payroll discrepancies and ensured full team readiness for a critical project. Additionally, cleared a two-year backlog of 63 role assignments with an 89% completion rate, significantly improving overall team efficiency.

Timeline

Knowledge Operations Supervisor | Information & Data Management

Alaska Air National Guard: 168th Wing
12.2024 - Current

Aircraft Pneudraulics Technician | Systems Maintenance & Team Leadership

Alaska Air National Guard: 168th Wing
03.2012 - 12.2024

Aircraft Electrical & Environmental Systems Technician | Electrical Systems Maintenance

Alaska Air National Guard: 168th Wing
03.2009 - 03.2012

Technical Certification - Aircraft Hydraulic Systems

USAF Aircraft Hydraulic Systems Apprentice Course

BS - Applied Technology

Brigham Young University-Idaho

Professional Military Education Certificate -

Air Force Noncommissioned Officer Academy (NCOA)

Leadership and Supervisory Training Certificate -

Airman Leadership School (ALS)

Technical Certification - Aircraft Hydraulic Systems

KC-135 Hydraulic Systems Craftsman Course

Technical Certification - KC-135 Refueling Systems

In-Flight Refueling Systems Course

Technical Certification - Aviation Maintenance Technology

USAF Aircraft Electrician Apprentice Course

High School Diploma -

North Pole High School
Blayne Kiser