Donald Seymore
Granbury,TX
Summary
Occupational Safety Superintendent and Aircraft Maintenance Craftsman with extensive experience at the 136th Airlift Wing. Led safety programs that resulted in a 50% decrease in reportable incidents through proactive hazard analysis. Expertise in aircraft maintenance operations and risk management, promoting teamwork and operational efficiency.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Occ Safety Superintendent (SMSGT-18091)/Safety Manager (GS-0018-11)
136th Airlift Wing
NAS JRB Ft Worth
01.2011 - 06.2025
- Simultaneously held leadership roles as 1S091 Occupational Safety Superintendent and GS-0018-11 Occupational Safety Manager.
- Developed safety programs ensuring OSHA compliance across all wing units, including maintenance and operations.
- Instructed OSHA 10/30 outreach classes to elevate safety awareness among personnel.
- Conducted investigations of mishaps and accidents, producing detailed technical safety reports.
- Implemented proactive hazard analysis protocols, reducing reportable incidents by 50%.
- Aligned safety practices with ISO 45001 standards to enhance organizational compliance.
Aircraft Production Controller/Maintenance Operations Control (MOC)/PS&D
136th AW Texas Air National Guard
NAS FT Worth
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Executed aircraft maintenance operations controller duties, tracking status, and dispatching specialists to aircraft.
- Coordinated flying schedules to optimize flightline operations and improve efficiency.
- Managed specialist dispatch services, enhancing operational flow and responsiveness.
- Oversaw PS&D responsibilities during staffing shortages, ensuring TCTOs, engine management, inspections, and scheduling for missions.
- Led maintenance planning activities while maintaining comprehensive historical documentation.
- Provided real-time mission coordination updates during deployment in Afghanistan.
- Coordinated logistics for material distribution within operational units to achieve mission objectives.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to monitor goal progress and address challenges.
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman, C-130H
136th AW, Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
NAS JRB FT. Worth
01.1998 - 01.2008
- Achieved Distinguished Graduate status at T-56 Engine Propulsion Tech School.
- Held Red X authority for all C-130H systems.
- Qualified to conduct low and high power engine runs and aircraft taxi operations.
- Led maintenance teams as Flightline Expeditor during multiple overseas deployments.
- Executed propulsion troubleshooting, flight control replacement, and fault isolation.
- Performed field repairs and made tactical decisions as Flying Crew Chief for C-130 missions.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and executed routine maintenance on aircraft systems.
- Trained junior technicians on maintenance procedures and ensured safety compliance.
Assistant Dedicated Crew Chief
421st Fighter Squadron
Hill AFB
05.1993 - 06.1995
- Selected as Assistant Dedicated Crew Chief for flagship aircraft 88-0421, a position typically reserved for senior crew chiefs.
- Maintained $16M F-16 aircraft through rigorous inspections and maintenance, enabling rapid global deployment.
- Supported over 30 Code 1 sorties by performing launch/recovery, towing, and CAMS documentation.
- Executed pre-, post-, and thru-flight inspections, ensuring optimal aircraft operation.
- Participated in phase inspections and corrosion control to uphold aircraft integrity.
- Chosen as sole 3-level across all 388th Fighter Wing units for wing-level F-16 transfer team, preparing 13 aircraft for overseas delivery without any aborts.
- Achieved 'Absolutely superior in all areas' rating on EPR for technical knowledge, conduct, leadership, and training.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Various10.2007
Bachelor of Science - Professional Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
NAS JRB Ft. Worth, TX12.2006
Skills
- Aircraft Maintenance Operations (F-16, C-130H)
- Maintenance Operations Controller
- Aircraft Flight and Maintenance scheduling
- All Systems Red X authorized, previously held as C-130 crew chief
- Safety program leadership
- OSHA compliance
- Systems integration and troubleshooting
- Risk management
- Team leadership and dynamics
- ISO 45001 and 14001 compliance
- Hazard analysis
- Accident investig
Certification
- Aviation Mishap Investigation Course (AMIC)
- Mishap Investigation Non-Aviation (MINA)
- Risk Management Application & Integration (RM A&I)
- Safety Management, Craftsman, Manager & Apprentice Courses
- Explosive Safety Course
- Previously Qualified: C-130H Low/High Power Engine Runs, High/Low Speed Taxi, Man-on-the-Stand engine runs
- Tactical Aircraft (F-16) Maintenance Course
- T-56 Turboprop Engine and Propeller Maintenance Course
- ACQ 101: Fundamentals of Systems Acquisition Management
- DAU: Green Procurement, Acquisition Ethics, Government Purchase Card
- Aircraft Maintenance Systems: CAMS, IMDS, GO81, ALIS, JEDI, Maximo
- PME: Senior NCO Academy, NCO Academy, NCO Prep Course
Clearance
Secret Clearance
Timeline
Occ Safety Superintendent (SMSGT-18091)/Safety Manager (GS-0018-11)
136th Airlift Wing
01.2011 - 06.2025
Aircraft Production Controller/Maintenance Operations Control (MOC)/PS&D
136th AW Texas Air National Guard
01.2008 - 01.2011
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman, C-130H
136th AW, Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
01.1998 - 01.2008
Assistant Dedicated Crew Chief
421st Fighter Squadron
05.1993 - 06.1995
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Bachelor of Science - Professional Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University