Grant A. Ferrel
Waconia,MN
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in team leadership and project management. Proven ability in risk assessment and strategic planning, leading to successful partnerships with government agencies and improved operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intelligence Officer
United States Air Force
Dayton, Ohio
04.2023 - 12.2024
- Executed adversary ballistic missile intelligence gathering operations for National Air and Space Intelligence Center.
- Collaborated with government agencies on counterterrorism initiatives, enhancing intelligence sharing.
- Utilized specialized software programs to conduct data analysis efficiently.
- Collected and analyzed information from various communications for actionable insights.
Junior Executive Officer
United States Air Force
Melbourne, Florida
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Directed Wing-level administrative operations, including evaluations, decorations, awards, and personnel placement.
- Advised Major General on strategic direction to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Collaborated with NASA and leading space launch providers to develop smart infrastructure capabilities.
- Sourced contractor and managed development of a real-time tracking platform for five thousand personnel evaluations.
- Prepared senior management presentations to review Wing capabilities and current status.
Propulsion Engineer
United States Air Force, USAF
Cape Canaveral, Florida
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Served as certified technical expert for ULA Atlas and Delta rocket propulsion systems.
- Provided technical support for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of propulsion systems.
- Ensured military contracts execution with launch service providers per SOP and military standards.
- Advised senior military leaders through reports summarizing test results and inspections.
- Oversaw 'Day of launch' activities with NASA and ULA engineers to ensure successful asset placement in orbit.
Aftermarket Applications Engineer
Zeeco
Broken Arrow, OK
11.2016 - 05.2018
- Analyzed customer inquiries to design and specify suitable equipment for applications.
- Developed cost estimates in accordance with established guidelines.
- Managed sales and customer relationships across Middle East, Africa, and Texas.
- Created, edited, and issued formal quotations to clients.
- Provided oversight for installation activities, field troubleshooting, and suggested upgrades.
- Designed aftermarket flare system components for enhanced operational efficiency.
- Conducted equipment inspections and generated reports on operational and maintenance needs.
Global Vendor Manager
Zeeco
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
06.2016 - 11.2016
- Created reports detailing all vendor-related activities, such as order status updates or cost savings initiatives.
- Monitored vendor performance against established standards, such as delivery schedules or quality requirements.
- Negotiated contracts, terms and conditions with vendors to ensure optimal pricing and quality of services.
- Coordinated the implementation of new vendors into existing operations, including training staff on proper procedures.
Education
Master of Arts - Data Analytics
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS12-2030
Graduate Certificate - Applied Statistics
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS12-2030
Military Officer - Military Leadership
Officer Training School
Maxwell AFB, AL03-2020
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05-2016
Skills
- Team leadership
- Project management experience
- Data analysis
- Intelligence gathering
- Specialized software utilization
- Risk assessment
- Strategic planning
- Vendor negotiation
- Presentation skills
- Performance analysis
- Field inspection
Accomplishments
- Air and Space Commendation Medal
- Air and Space Achievement Medal (2)
- Global War on Terrorism Ribbon
- National Defense Ribbon
- Air Force Longevity Service Ribbon
- Small Arms Marksman Ribbon
- Air and Space Training Ribbon
Certification
- Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance
- Fundamentals of Acquisition Management (FAM 101)
Affiliations
- Physical Activity (Running, hiking, swimming, baseball/softball, snowboarding)
- Traveling
- Camping
- Movies
- Playing with my Labrador Retriever (Cooper)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Intelligence Officer
United States Air Force
04.2023 - 12.2024
Junior Executive Officer
United States Air Force
06.2022 - 03.2023
Propulsion Engineer
United States Air Force, USAF
03.2020 - 05.2022
Aftermarket Applications Engineer
Zeeco
11.2016 - 05.2018
Global Vendor Manager
Zeeco
06.2016 - 11.2016
Master of Arts - Data Analytics
Kansas State University
Graduate Certificate - Applied Statistics
Kansas State University
Military Officer - Military Leadership
Officer Training School
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Kansas State University
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