James Carrabbia
Edmond,OK
Summary
Accomplished leader with a proven track record and over 28 years of experience at various assignments and leadership positions, demonstrating exceptional organizational agility and strategic planning. Spearheaded initiatives, leading to significant advancements in operational excellence and talent development. Expert in innovation management, with a keen focus on achieving operational goals and enhancing team capabilities.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Commander
552 Operations Group
07.2024 - Current
- Assists the 552d Operations Group Commander in developing policy for training and directing E-3 worldwide operations.
- Directs employment of 5 squadrons, 1,075 personnel, 14 E-3 aircraft, totaling $7.7B in USAF resources.
- Establishes and executes administration, operations, and training policies in support of combatant commander taskings.
- Directs Operations Group staff in ready aircrew training, operations planning, intelligence, and scheduling.
Commander
963 Airborne Air Control Squadron
05.2022 - 07.2024
- Commands an operational E-3 squadron consisting of 268 personnel and 6 E-3 aircraft valued at $3B.
- Establishes and executes policies for administration, operations and training supporting Combatant Commander tasks.
- Responsible for unit aircrew readiness thru a 1,500 annual flying hour program valued at $19.5M and a $200K operations budget.
Director of Operations
964 Airborne Air Control Squadron
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Leads, directs, and manages operations for worldwide employment of 300 personnel and five E-3 aircraft valued at $3B.
- Supervises six flight commanders and nine section chiefs executing readiness, training, tactics and scheduling functions.
- Develops procedures for exercise and contingency plans supporting all combatant commanders, Joint Chiefs of Staff, and contingency tasks across the globe.
Air University Fellowship
Air University
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Orchestrated Officer Training School accessions summit that hosted representatives from 17 government agencies, setting the vision for future training operations.
- Led Officer Training School COVID-19 response team to coordinate and develop risk mitigation procedures to maintain USAF essential training mission during Worldwide pandemic.
- Directed scheduling changes, reorganized remaining training classes, and leveraged seat allocations to ensure FY20 NDAA officer end strength goals were met.
Student, Air Command and Staff College
Air Command and Staff College
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Graduated from a multidisciplinary program emphasizing critical thinking skills in leadership, international studies, and joint operations.
- Gained experience dealing with complex air, space, and cyberspace operations throughout the spectrum of conflict.
- Developed solid officership and professional qualities.
Delivery Control Officer
Detachment 2, Air Combat Command
07.2015 - 06.2018
- Controls the delivery of USAF, USN, USMC and partner nation aircraft to support contingency operations for five Geographic Combatant Commands.
- Coordinates across the DOD, US State Department and foreign nations to gain airspace, airfields and diplomatic clearances.
- Leads the mission planning, deployment briefing and fighter launch execution during transoceanic movements.
- Executes the world-wide movement of foreign military sales fighter aircraft in support of US national security objectives.
Wing Safety Officer
3rd Wing
11.2011 - 06.2015
- Implements and supervises flight safety operations for F-22, E-3, C-17, and C-12 aircraft.
- Key advisor to Chief of Safety, providing flight operations risk assessments to preserve $10B in combat assets.
- Implements MACA, HATR, and BASH programs and inspects airfield operations for risk identification and mitigation.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
Education
Master of Arts - Military Operational Art And Science
Air Command And Staff College
Maxwell AFB, AL06-2019
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK12-2016
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Troy University
Troy, AL12-2004
Skills
- Inspirational leadership
- Crisis Management
- Operational Excellence
- Organizational agility
- Talent Development
- Innovation management
- Strategic Planning
- Team building
Certification
Security Clearance: TS-SCI, SAP
USAF Aircraft Mishap Identification Course
Timeline
Deputy Commander
552 Operations Group
07.2024 - Current
Commander
963 Airborne Air Control Squadron
05.2022 - 07.2024
Director of Operations
964 Airborne Air Control Squadron
06.2020 - 05.2022
Air University Fellowship
Air University
06.2019 - 06.2020
Student, Air Command and Staff College
Air Command and Staff College
06.2018 - 06.2019
Delivery Control Officer
Detachment 2, Air Combat Command
07.2015 - 06.2018
Wing Safety Officer
3rd Wing
11.2011 - 06.2015
Master of Arts - Military Operational Art And Science
Air Command And Staff College
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Troy University