Donal Mesa
Madison,AL
Summary
Seasoned explosive-safety specialist with extensive experience in high-stress environments. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams to accomplish evolving goals. Dedicated educator with strong foundation in curriculum development and student engagement. Consistently focused on achieving tangible results and ensuring workplace safety.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor / Robot Maintainer / Explosive Aid Fab
Oakgrove Technologies / Eagle Security
06.2023 - Current
- Maintain active TS clearance.
- Complete 5,000 simulated explosive devices/ year in accordance with strict education and safety standards.
- Maintain fleet of $5M worth of explosive-certified robots and vehicles.
- Develop tools and techniques to solve evolving problems involving equipment usage.
- Ensure continuous training is maintained and operational explosive tools are available at all times.
- Lead creation and testing of 3D printable files for use in explosive environments.
- Review and analyze accidents and incidents involving robots and explosive tools used in training, advising on changes to avoid repeat occurrences.
- Provides continuous monitoring of the Robotics, 3D Printing, and Training Aid Fabrication programs to determine compliance with established policies and regulations.
- Serve as subject matter expert for electronics and CAD programs.
- Coordinate repairs and replacements for proprietary parts through suppliers.
- Determine the need for corrective actions and identify areas where improvements can be made.
EOD Operational Equipment NCOIC
United States Air Force
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Supervisor for equipment account valued at $5.4 million dollars, leading 5 personnel
- Identified and addressed existing deficiencies, restoring account to 100% serviceability.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance schedules, maximizing operational readiness while minimizing downtime.
- Established risk mitigation strategies, ensuring safety compliance and reducing potential hazards within the workplace.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
EOD NCOIC of Operations and Inteligence
United States Air Force
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Reviewed and analyzed accident and incident reports, standing operating procedures, organizational and program documents.
- Monitored up-to-date reports of explosive incidents and briefed team on lessons learned.
- Assisted in cross-country training efforts by providing relevant training aids for current and on-going threats.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics to optimize operations.
EOD Training Officer
United States Air Force
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Created 5-day in-house electronics course to replace $30 thousand dollar outside hire, establishing course instructions to save that cost annually.
- Trained 60+ personnel on fabrication techniques and electronics principles increasing capabilities among existing trainers, establishing 25+ new trainers.
- Fabricated 100+ training aids for counter-IED training, creating documentation for future personnel to follow ensuring success in multiple cross-service and international events.
- Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed trainings, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician
United States Air Force
10.2012 - 04.2019
- Reviewed scenes to assess and identify issues and check for proper equipment usage in explosive operations.
- Reduced potential hazards by proficiently employing robotics systems during EOD missions.
- Ensured mission success by accurately interpreting technical data and devising appropriate disposal procedures.
- Streamlined EOD operations with comprehensive emergency response plans tailored to specific situations.
- Investigated ammunition and explosive accidents and incidents, and weapon-related accidents and incidents.
- Mitigated risks to personnel and property by conducting thorough searches for unexploded ordnance.
- Bolstered teamwork and communication among EOD unit members through regular debriefs and after-action reviews.
- Maintained peak physical fitness and mental acuity through rigorous training programs, essential for success in high-stress EOD operations.
- Collaborated with local authorities to provide guidance on safe handling of hazardous materials during civilian incidents.
- Conducted vital training exercises for fellow EOD technicians, enhancing overall team competency in high-pressure situations.
- Improved team efficiency by regularly updating and maintaining EOD equipment inventory.
- Maintained readiness for rapid deployment, responding swiftly to emergent national security threats involving explosives.
- Protected lives and assets through diligent inspections of military installations for explosive threats.
- Developed standard operating procedures for handling novel or unfamiliar explosive threats, minimizing risks to personnel and property.
- Established pathways for safe removal or destruction after determining full nature of devices and explosives involved.
- Served as an essential liaison between the EOD team and other military units during joint missions, ensuring smooth coordination and information sharing.
- Safeguarded sensitive information by strictly adhering to established security protocols in all aspects of work.
- Educated personnel on safe handling and use of explosives, avoiding injuries.
- Enhanced operational safety by meticulously identifying, assessing, and disposing of explosive ordnance.
- Determined suitability for blasting activities and safety of personnel and property after conducting blast site inspections.
- Identified and assessed potential risks related to blasting operations and implemented mitigation measures.
- Supervised explosives loading operations, adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
Education
NCO Leadership Course
Airman Leadership School
Barksdale AFB, LA04-2018
Homemade Explosives Course
Los Alamos Laboritories
Los Alamos, NM11-2017
Joint Nuclear EOD Course
Sandia Laboratories
Albuquerque, NM11-2014
Explosive Ordnance Disposal
NAVSCOLEOD
Eglin AFB, FL05-2014
Skills
- Explosive Safety
- Effective Lesson Planning
- Ordnance Handling
- Analytics
- Class Instruction
- Strong Communication Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Technology integration proficiency
Timeline
Instructor / Robot Maintainer / Explosive Aid Fab
Oakgrove Technologies / Eagle Security
06.2023 - Current
EOD Operational Equipment NCOIC
United States Air Force
06.2020 - 10.2022
EOD NCOIC of Operations and Inteligence
United States Air Force
12.2019 - 11.2020
EOD Training Officer
United States Air Force
04.2019 - 12.2019
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician
United States Air Force
10.2012 - 04.2019
NCO Leadership Course
Airman Leadership School
Homemade Explosives Course
Los Alamos Laboritories
Joint Nuclear EOD Course
Sandia Laboratories
Explosive Ordnance Disposal
NAVSCOLEOD
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