Brian Sheets
Gibsonia,PA
Summary
My tenure with the Pennsylvania Air National Guard showcases exceptional personnel management and problem-solving skills. Spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced operational efficiency and safety, demonstrating a strong work ethic and effective communication. My background includes mentoring teams to achieve and exceed mission-critical objectives, underlining my commitment to excellence and innovation. Military professional prepared for leadership roles. Provides valuable expertise in strategic planning and operational execution, ensuring mission success. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability, consistently achieving results. Skilled in leadership, communication, and strategic thinking.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Enlisted Leader, CMSgt
Pennsylvania Air National Guard
08.2020 - 12.2023
- Managed budgets responsibly; optimized allocation of financial resources toward priority items without compromising quality or effectiveness.
- Delivered informative briefings to senior leadership on operational status, challenges faced, and proposed solutions for continuous improvement.
- Coordinated logistics efforts for large-scale deployments or exercises, ensuring timely arrival of equipment and personnel at designated locations.
- Conducted performance evaluations for subordinates, providing constructive feedback for improvement and recognizing achievements.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective communication strategies and streamlining processes.
- Represented unit or command at high-level meetings with key stakeholders from other military branches or government agencies.
- Mentored junior enlisted members, facilitating career advancement opportunities and personal development.
- Led a diverse group of personnel, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Established strong relationships with external partners to enhance collaboration on joint missions.
- Fostered an inclusive culture that respected diversity among team members and encouraged open communication of ideas and concerns.
- Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
Production Superintendent, SMSgt
Pennsylvania Air National Guard
10.2015 - 08.2020
- Manage the direction of the total maintenance effort and enforce safe maintenance practices.
- Enforce strict adherence to technical data and management procedures.
- Assign priorities, verify airworthiness, and direct the maintenance effort using available resources.
- Initiate action to resolve personnel shortages, resolve problems and coordinate required support through effective communication on a continuous basis.
- Directs the movement of aircraft, support equipment, and evacuation of flight line personnel for an effective disaster response.
- Ensures compliance, support and monitoring of the Wing flight and ground safety program. Ensures flight and ground safety is paramount across entire mission set.
- Promotes and ensures that all equal employment opportunities are identified and exercised in every aspect of personnel policy.
Aircraft Mechanic Supervisor
Pennsylvania Air National Guard
04.2011 - 10.2015
- Maintained detailed records of all maintenance activities, supporting regulatory compliance efforts.
- Manage shift manpower distribution and make necessary adjustments. Equitably distribute all levels of maintenance based on manning and workload.
- Manage additional duties, leaves, ancillary training, and assign personnel to balance workload and minimize negative impacts on the work force.
- Ensure all personnel obtain the required safety training. Ensure safety information is available and personnel in hazardous areas are briefed about the dangers.
- Enforce strict adherence to technical data and management procedures. Ensure aircraft and equipment forms and MIS documentation are completed,
- Review current and updated publications and inform personnel of any significant changes. Ensure personnel are familiar with the technical data and unit procedures designed to protect personnel, prevent damage to aircraft, equipment, and other resources
- Provide inputs to maintenance and flying schedules, and execute scheduled maintenance plans.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician, MSgt
Pennsylvania Air National Guard
10.2003 - 04.2013
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Assisted in training new technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure high-quality workmanship.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics related to repair turnaround times, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
US Airways
09.1999 - 10.2003
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
Education
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
Mountain State University
Aliquippa, PAAssociate of Science - AIRCRAFT TECHNOLOGY
Community College of The Air Force
Gunther AFB, GA05.1999
Skills
- Personnel Management
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Strong Work Ethic
- Teamwork and Loyalty
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Team Leadership
- Effective Communication
Certification
- Airframe and Power Plant, FAA - Current
Awards
Meritorious Service Medal, Air and Space Commendation Medal, Air and Space Achievement Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal, Kosovo Campaign Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War On Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal,
Timeline
Senior Enlisted Leader, CMSgt
Pennsylvania Air National Guard
08.2020 - 12.2023
Production Superintendent, SMSgt
Pennsylvania Air National Guard
10.2015 - 08.2020
Aircraft Mechanic Supervisor
Pennsylvania Air National Guard
04.2011 - 10.2015
Aircraft Maintenance Technician, MSgt
Pennsylvania Air National Guard
10.2003 - 04.2013
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
US Airways
09.1999 - 10.2003
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
Mountain State University
Associate of Science - AIRCRAFT TECHNOLOGY
Community College of The Air Force
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