Brian Lewis
Orlando,FL
Summary
Logistics and aviation support professional with over 20 years of experience in the U.S. Navy supporting high-tempo flight operations, supply chain management, and mission readiness.
Proven ability to manage inventory, hazardous materials, and equipment while maintaining strict safety and compliance standards. Strong leadership, operational planning, and risk management expertise. Trusted to work in secure environments supporting national defense. Holds an active TS/SCI security clearance with Bachelor’s degree in Homeland Security and Emergency Management from Grand Canyon University.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics Specialist / Aviation Support
U.S. Navy
01.2007 - Current
- Worked in secure, high-risk environments requiring precision, accountability, and compliance with federal regulations.
- Lead a team responsible for managing imports/exports documentation process ensuring timely and accurate completion of all shipping documents.
- Developed strong relationships with carriers to secure competitive rates and improve delivery times.
- Managed inventory and supply operations supporting aircraft maintenance and mission readiness
- Operated forklifts and material handling equipment up to 25,000 pounds
- Supervised hazardous material handling programs and ensured OSHA compliance
- Supported secure operations requiring active TS/SCI clearance
- Maintained accountability of high-value equipment and classified materials
- Provided airfield ground support and coordinated flight line logistics
- Supervised and trained junior personnel in logistics operations and safety procedures
- Applied Lean process improvement methods to increase efficiency
- Supported emergency response readiness and operational planning
- Worked with customers to integrate processes and correct issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security and Emergency Management
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2026
Skills
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Warehouse and Inventory Management
- Logistics analysis
- Supply chain operations
- Hazardous Material Handling and Compliance
- Forklift and Material Handling Equipment Operations
- Homeland Security and Emergency Management
- Government and Defense Operations
- Safety and Risk Management
- Aviation Ground Operations
- Administrative and Office Management
- Process Improvement (Lean Yellow Belt)
- Resolving problems
Security Clearance
Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI)
Certification
- TS/SCI Security Clearance
- Forklift Operator Certification (6K–25K capacity)
- Hazardous Communication Supervisor Certification
- CPR / AED Certified
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- Battery Handler Certification
- Aviation Explosive Safety Certification
- Airfield Ramp Operator License
- Office Manager Apprenticeship (4,000 hours)
- Computer Operator Apprenticeship (2,000 hours)
Aviation and Technical Qualifications
- Aviation Warfare Specialist
- Surface Warfare Specialist
- Aviation Maintenance Logistics Journeyman
- Aircraft Egress Systems Qualified (P-8A, F/A-18)
Equipment Experience
- Forklifts up to 25,000 lbs
- Aviation Ground Support Equipment
- Warehouse and Supply Systems
- Material Handling Equipment
Safety and Compliance
- OSHA Safety Standards
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Aviation Safety Compliance
- Risk Management and Emergency Response
Websites
Timeline
Logistics Specialist / Aviation Support
U.S. Navy
01.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security and Emergency Management
Grand Canyon University