Dean Stainback II
Linden,North Carolina
Summary
Accomplished professional with a decade of distinguished service in the United States Air Force, showcasing exceptional leadership skills and a proven track record of driving process improvements. Proficient in orchestrating and overseeing complex operations, implementing robust training programs, and consistently delivering substantial efficiency gains. Demonstrates expertise in catalyzing organizational enhancements through strategic analysis and collaborative problem-solving. Notably experienced in spearheading multifaceted teams and projects, with an unwavering commitment to optimization and the cultivation of continuous improvement. A results-oriented leader with a dedication to excellence and a strong ability to navigate and excel in dynamic and challenging environments
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight Chief of Weapons & Tactics
United States Air Force, USAF
Fayetteville, NC
08.2023 - Current
- Effectively managed a $500,000 budget, demonstrating strong financial acumen by meticulously prioritizing spending, strategically allocating funds across 10 offices.
- Observed equipment during simulations, testing and firing exercises to identify and correct systems malfunctions or operator errors.
- Created and maintained a secure communications infrastructure, developed and reviewed security policies, conducted risk analyses, implemented security measures, and monitored security performance for assets valued at $125,000.
- Manages planning and coordination efforts for 4 Air wings, leading 91K personnel & 25M lbs of cargo per year.
Wing Process Manager
United States Air Force, USAF
Fayetteville, North Carolina
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Led Continuous Process Improvement program at Pope Army Air Field, saving hundreds of thousands of dollars and man-hours by implementing lean and Six Sigma principles across 2 Major commands, serving over 1.2K airman
- Developed and conducted on-site Continuous Improvement/Lean production training programs
- Created custom value stream mapping to monitor and enhance production efficiency
- Collaborated with 8 squadron leaders to set operational targets and drive quality improvements
- Mentored 120 Six Sigma Green Belts in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
Tactics Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
Fayetteville, Carolina
12.2020 - 07.2022
- Managed Airdrop malfunction reporting for Air Mobility Command aircraft and oversaw daily enroute and contingency operations for mobility aircraft
- Successfully planned and executed projects, meeting deadlines and delivering investigative reports and briefings
- Utilized Microsoft Excel to generate reports, enhancing data analysis and decision-making
- Applied field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success.
- Conducted classroom lectures to educate students on tactics and operations.
C17 Instructor Loadmaster
United States Air Force, USAF
Charleston, SC
12.2013 - 12.2020
- Ensured accurate cargo and passenger load briefings and meticulous weight and balance calculations
- Demonstrated expertise in aircraft pre-flight and post-flight procedures, as well as safe cargo handling practices
- Trained new employees in safety procedures and equipment operation, contributing to team competence
- Expertly optimized aircraft cargo compartments and staging areas for efficiency and proper organization
- Maintained accurate cargo documentation and adherence to weight requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Western Governors University
06-2025
Master of Science - Management & Leadership
Western Governors University
01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus
01.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of The Air Force
06.2019
Skills
- Staff Training
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Process Improvement
- Performance Evaluations
- MS Office
- Budget Management
- Decision-Making
- Business Planning
- Training and Development
- Project Planning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Schedule Management
- Team Leadership
- Financial Management
- Human Resources Operations
- Personnel Supervision
- Organizational Leadership
- Waste Reduction
- Lean Six Sigma
- Supply Chain Optimization
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Louisiana State University, 2023
- PMI Agile Certified Practitioner, Texas A&M University–Texarkana, 2023
- Military Scrum Master, Design Warfare Center, 2023
- Google Project Management Certification, Google, 2022
- Mobility datalink managers course graduate, United States Air Force, 2021
- Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt certified, United States Air Force, 2021
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt, University System of Georgia, 2020
- Joint force leadership development, National defense university, 2019
- Airman leadership school, United States Air Force, 2019
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Flight Chief of Weapons & Tactics
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2023 - Current
Wing Process Manager
United States Air Force, USAF
07.2022 - 08.2023
Tactics Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
12.2020 - 07.2022
C17 Instructor Loadmaster
United States Air Force, USAF
12.2013 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Western Governors University
Master of Science - Management & Leadership
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of The Air Force