Erik Ricketts
North Pole,AK
Summary
Solutions-focused, versatile management professional offering a comprehensive background supporting U.S. military operations in roles of increasing responsibility during a 20-year career in the US Air Force. Effective communicator who quickly masters new roles and technologies to achieve positive results. Military professional with experience in team management, administrative accountability and supply management. Highly motivated, productive leader and problem solver. Works well with team members and groups from diverse backgrounds. Reliable, diligent and flexible with superb communication capabilities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Fighter Squadron Scheduler
RiverTech LLC
06.2023 - Current
- Builds Unit flying schedule by compiling several pieces of information from multiple agencies.
- Coordinates airspace and tanker requirements to meet F-35 Pilot proficiencies for combat readiness.
- Charged with meeting the Director of Operations flying schedule and pilot upgrade needs.
- Attends/heads range, simulator, operations/maintenance, and schedule sell meetings.
F-35 Support Section Chief/Apg Section Chief
U.S. Air Force
09.2017 - 02.2019
- Prepared and processed personnel and equipment for deployments/re-deployments to/from combat zones, exercise, TDY's and other locations.
- Coordinated and scheduled required pre-departure training with the assigned personnel and supervisors.
- Equipment/Tool manager of 8000 items valued at $94.8 Million.
- ALIS/IMDS access for equipment data and documentation
- Government Purchase card holder for the unit.
- Maintained accountability of Flight mobility folders for 80+ personnel
F-16 Support Section Chief
U.s. Air Force
09.2014 - 09.2017
- Directed and managed aircraft maintenance units consolidated Support and Supply sections while supervising 17 personnel from 6 AFSCs.
- Oversaw maintenance, inspection, CAMS, and control of $9M+ in tools and equipment, along with forward supply point assets supporting 21 F-16s.
- LOGMOD access for mobility movements to multiple worldwide locations.
- Budgeted funds as Government Purchase Card holder regularly.
- Executed quality assurance audits and addressed non-complying issues to improve section performance.
- Safety NCO for the section.
- Conducted annual employee performance reviews to recognize achievements and identify areas needing improvement.
A-10 Flightline Expeditor
U.S. Air Force
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Led more than 85 personnel in performance of Maintenance in support of 24 A-10C aircraft.
- Determined aircraft status and coordinates with the Production Superintendent and Maintenance Operations Center for correct reporting to leadership.
- Addressed supply issues and developed creative solutions to prevent maintenance delays.
- Forecasted production schedules and adjusted plans to accommodate changes in demand.
A-10 Flightline Expeditor/Debrief NCOIC
U.S. Air Force
08.2010 - 08.2013
- Managed the unit’s Delayed Discrepancy Program, Phase Flow, and ensured the success of the Flying Hour Program.
- Responsible to Officer in Charge and superintendent for accurate and timely maintenance debrief data products.
- Generate daily information summary on aircraft system malfunctions & Airframe Structural Integrity Program
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
F-22 Support Section Craftsman
U.S. Air Force
01.2008 - 07.2010
- Palletized and built deployment packages to provide support for as many as 20 F-22 aircraft assigned to the aircraft maintenance unit.
- Managed 105 consolidated tool kit (CTK) while leading 3 AFSC's consisting of 15 personnel and managing 350 pieces of support equipment valued at $8M.
- Accomplished quarterly, annual, and periodic inspections on all assigned CTKs, support equipment, and technical orders.
F-15 Dedicated Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
10.1999 - 01.2008
- Coordinated/accomplished aircraft maintenance and repair.
- Analyzed and troubleshot aircraft systems to identify and fix issues.
- Supervised and trained other personnel to work on aircraft.
- Supervised crew in daily inspections, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on F-15 aircraft.
Skills
- Effective team leader
- Supply and logistics planning
- Information Security
- Strong verbal communicator
- Interpreting Technical Data
- Records management
- ALIS Experience
- Program Management
- Secret Clearance
- Microsoft Office
- Training Coordinator
- General security
Accomplishments
- Maintained 100% accountability of a large section of equipment worth over $112 million during multiple overseas deployments.
- Led cargo pack-out COPE NORTH/SENTRY ALOHA '15 with 45 increments/40 tons processed enabling 822 hrs/372 sorties flown.
- Supported 2 F-22 units while enabling 1.3K "Red Air" sorties for 5th gen readiness that resulted in winning squadron Maintenance Support Professional of the Quarter.
Timeline
Fighter Squadron Scheduler
RiverTech LLC
06.2023 - Current
F-35 Support Section Chief/Apg Section Chief
U.S. Air Force
09.2017 - 02.2019
F-16 Support Section Chief
U.s. Air Force
09.2014 - 09.2017
A-10 Flightline Expeditor
U.S. Air Force
08.2013 - 08.2014
A-10 Flightline Expeditor/Debrief NCOIC
U.S. Air Force
08.2010 - 08.2013
F-22 Support Section Craftsman
U.S. Air Force
01.2008 - 07.2010
F-15 Dedicated Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
10.1999 - 01.2008
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