Christina Klosterman
Fort Worth
Summary
Program planning and operations leader with 17 years of Air Force experience managing schedules, resources, readiness, compliance, and cross‑functional coordination in high‑tempo environments. Proven ability to integrate complex workflows, track milestones, identify risks, and maintain program execution across diverse teams. Skilled in quality assurance, training management, recruiting, and data‑driven decision support. Adept at synchronizing operations, supporting program baselines, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Currently pursuing a B.B.A. in Business Analytics at the University of North Texas to strengthen forecasting, scheduling, and analytical capabilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Enlisted Accessions Recruiter
United States Air Force
07.2023 - 04.2026
- Managed full‑cycle recruiting operations, coordinating schedules, applicant pipelines, and workflow timelines to meet production goals.
- Analyzed market data and production reports to adjust strategies, improving applicant flow and mission attainment.
- Delivered briefings and presentations to diverse audiences, strengthening stakeholder engagement and communication.
- Maintained accurate applicant case files, ensuring compliance with regulatory and processing requirements.
- Coordinated with MEPS and cross‑functional teams to synchronize applicant scheduling, classification, and onboarding.
Unit Program Manager
United States Air Force
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Directed planning and execution of squadron‑level programs including training, readiness, safety, security, and resource management.
- Managed deployment readiness schedules, ensuring personnel met all training, documentation, and mobility requirements.
- Oversaw facility, vehicle, and equipment programs, maintaining accountability and compliance across multiple assets.
- Served as Government Purchase Card Approving Official and Travel Card Administrator, ensuring fiscal accuracy and regulatory adherence.
- Led the Unit Control Center during exercises and real‑world events, coordinating emergency actions and command‑and‑control reporting.
- Conducted internal inspections and tracked corrective actions through the Unit Self‑Assessment Program.
Aircraft Structural Maintenance Craftsman
United States Air Force
12.2020 - 08.2022
- Planned and executed structural maintenance tasks, interpreting technical data and coordinating with cross‑functional maintenance teams.
- Ensured compliance with safety, environmental, and technical standards, reducing risk and improving maintenance quality.
- Trained and mentored junior personnel, improving workforce capability and readiness.
- Supported high‑tempo operations by integrating maintenance schedules with operational requirements.
Flight Program Manager
United States Air Force
04.2019 - 12.2020
- Managed flight‑level program schedules, training requirements, and readiness tracking for all assigned personnel.
- Coordinated emergency response actions as Flight Control Center operator during exercises and real‑world events.
- Oversaw equipment accountability, IT asset management, and administrative workflow optimization.
- Ensured compliance with fiscal and travel regulations as GPC Approving Official and Travel Card Administrator.
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Air Force
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Conducted inspections on aircraft structural maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with technical orders, safety standards, and quality benchmarks.
- Identified deficiencies, recommended corrective actions, and validated repairs in a deployed environment.
- Provided oversight that directly impacted aircraft readiness and mission success.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force
10.2008 - 04.2019
- Performed structural repairs, fabrication, corrosion control, and composite work to maintain aircraft airworthiness across high‑tempo operations.
- Interpreted technical data, inspection findings, and maintenance requirements to plan and execute structural repair tasks.
- Served as a Quality Assurance Augmentee, conducting recurring inspections, evaluating maintenance practices, identifying deficiencies, and supporting the Maintenance Standardization and Evaluation Program (MSEP).
- Ensured compliance with safety, environmental, and technical standards, reducing risk and improving maintenance quality.
- Manufactured jigs, fixtures, and molds to support repair operations and improve workflow efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior Airmen in maintenance procedures, safety, and quality assurance, strengthening workforce readiness.
- Maintained tool, equipment, and shop safety compliance while supporting deployments, inspections, and cross‑functional maintenance teams.
Education
BBA - Business Analytics
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12-2027
Associate of Science - Aircraft Structural Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05-2022
Associate of Arts - Computer Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD05-2022
Skills
Program Planning & Scheduling: Integrated planning, milestone tracking, resource coordination, workflow integration
Risk & Compliance: QA inspections, MSEP support, corrective actions, safety & regulatory compliance
Operations & Readiness: Deployment readiness, training management, emergency operations, control center coordination
Cross‑Functional Leadership: Team supervision, stakeholder communication, process improvement, conflict resolution
Data & Reporting: Metrics analysis, trend reporting, database management, Power BI, Excel
Administrative & Program Support: GPC oversight, travel program management, facility & asset management
Certification
Air Force Training Course
Quality Assurance Aircraft Course
Airman Leadership School
NCO Academy
Total Force Recruiter Course
IMPACT Selling Professional Certification
Security Clearance
SECRET — Active since 2010
Timeline
Enlisted Accessions Recruiter
United States Air Force
07.2023 - 04.2026
Unit Program Manager
United States Air Force
08.2022 - 07.2023
Aircraft Structural Maintenance Craftsman
United States Air Force
12.2020 - 08.2022
Flight Program Manager
United States Air Force
04.2019 - 12.2020
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Air Force
07.2016 - 01.2017
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force
10.2008 - 04.2019
BBA - Business Analytics
University of North Texas
Associate of Science - Aircraft Structural Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Arts - Computer Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus