COLIN JANSEN
Grimesland,NC
Summary
Aviation professional with focus on precision and reliability, bringing valuable experience in aircraft maintenance and team coordination. Known for steadfast commitment to operational excellence and adherence to safety protocols. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and driven to achieve optimal results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Dedicated Crew Chief
USAFR
07.2009 - Current
- Directed a diverse team of over 150 personnel across Active Duty, AGR, TR, and civilian components; guaranteed the availability of a $2.2B KC-46 fleet, directly supporting global mission objectives.
- Integrated and directed a Total Force maintenance crew of Active Duty, AGR, Reservist, and civilian technicians in performing all daily and preventive maintenance for the KC-46A.
- Directed all cell operations for the 916th Air Refueling Wing's inaugural graded Nuclear Operational Readiness Exercise, leading two aircraft generation teams and synchronizing five support agencies to achieve a flawless 'zero defect' rating from the Wing Inspection Team on $440M of KC-46 assets.
- Enhanced the unit's overall operational readiness by identifying and procuring essential equipment that streamlined maintenance procedures, conserved man-hours, and increased flight line capabilities.
- - Optimized personnel resource management across a blended force of Active Duty, ART, and TR airmen, implementing a mass training initiative that increased critical task qualifications by over 15% and directly contributed to achieving a 95.5% home station departure rate with zero aborts across 2,764 sorties.
- Led a rapid response team to successfully recover and quick-turn a mission-critical aircraft, ensuring its return to service in one hour through expert coordination and efficient team management.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01-2017
Skills
- Meritorious Service Medal, Sept 2023
- Maintenance Group SNCO, 2017
- Maintenance Professional 2nd Quarter, 2018
- Maintenance Professional of the Year, 2018
- KC-46 Engine/APU Certifier
Accomplishments
- SJPEME I & II
- USAF NCOA, 2015
- MAF Maintenance Supervision and Production Mobile Training Course, 2012
- Airman Leadership School, 2004
- Joint SNCO PME Course, 2011
Timeline
Dedicated Crew Chief
USAFR
07.2009 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force