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Eric O'Connor

Eric O'Connor

Summary

Proven track record in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining complex electrical and mechanical systems with a strong emphasis on safety, compliance, and efficiency. Experienced in team leadership, process improvement, and high-reliability maintenance operations under both military and civilian standards. Ensuring safety and reliability of load operations for explosive operations. Bring a disciplined work ethic, strong problem-solving skills, and a deep understanding of critical systems—well-suited for high-performance environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Air Reserve Technician

USAF Reserves
10.2019 - 05.2025
  • Enhanced mission readiness by conducting comprehensive training sessions and evaluations for aircrew personnel.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of large-scale exercises, showcasing the unit's capabilities to senior leadership and external partners.
  • Collaborated with multiple units to share best practices and enhance overall mission effectiveness across the organization.
  • Served as an essential instructor between unit leadership and civilian employees, fostering effective communication and collaboration to improve training.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of intricate aircraft components, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs or safety hazards.

Weapons Load Team Chief

United States Air Force
03.2018 - 06.2019

Directly led and supervised the loading and unloading of 28 explosive munitions, in both training and combat configurations. Ensuring launch and release of explosive devices on government aircraft. Completing extensive monthly evaluations while also monitoring crew performance to improve developed warfighting capabilities. Implementing all knowledge and expertise with high standard of safety and efficiency, successfully completing multiple overseas deployments with impeccable success rates.

Aircraft Armament Systems Specialist

United States Air Force
01.2014 - 03.2018

Responsible for repairing, maintaining, and sustaining the mechanical and electrical weapon systems on the F15E fighter aircraft. Assuring that explosive devices are accurately delivered, using precision accuracy skills and impeccable attention to detail. Completed rigorous regular testing and evaluation cycles on equipment and systems, which implemented required adherence to a high standard of quality and demanded a flawless implementation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Blue Valley High School
Overland Park, KS
2010

Airman Leadership School

United States Air Force Leadership Academy
Mountain Home AFB, ID
2016

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Supervisor Safety Course
  • Risk assessment
  • Logistics management
  • Communication and coordination
  • AF Physical Training Leader - Advanced Certification
  • Hazmat and Explosive safety training
  • Quality assurance management
  • Ground support equipment operation
  • Expeditionary Active Shooter Training
  • Suicide Prevention (Face-to-Face)
  • Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Training

Certification

  • Sexual Assault Prevention & Response (SAPR) Training
  • Professional and Unprofessional Relationships
  • Explosive Ordnance Reconnaissance
  • Combating Trafficking in Person (CTIP)General Awareness Course
  • CPR and First Aid Certification
  • Fall Protection Certification
  • Cyber Security v4.0 Certification
  • OSHA general and electrical safety training
  • OSHA 10
  • Ground Support Equipment Training

Timeline

Air Reserve Technician

USAF Reserves
10.2019 - 05.2025

Weapons Load Team Chief

United States Air Force
03.2018 - 06.2019

Aircraft Armament Systems Specialist

United States Air Force
01.2014 - 03.2018

Airman Leadership School

United States Air Force Leadership Academy

High School Diploma -

Blue Valley High School

Referrals

A list of professional references will be provided, upon request