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Jason Pappas

Tinker AFB

Summary

A seasoned 1C5 with a vast and solid background in leadership and operational strategy. Proven track record of guiding and developing cohesive teams, ensuring mission success, and adapting to evolving challenges. Strong skills in personnel management, conflict resolution, and strategic planning. Known for fostering collaboration and driving measurable results. Applies critical decision-making and problem-solving skills to drive mission success and operational excellence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

752 OSS/Senior Enlisted Leader

USAF
08.2023 - Current
  • Serves 106 billeted Squadron, managing all aspects of enlisted career development and provides officer mentorship, ensuring optimal performance and professional growth.
  • Strategically advises the Commander on complex issues affecting personnel, readiness, mission effectiveness, and financial sustainability, contributing to the organization's long-term success.
  • Spearheads Air Combat Command's Command and Control modernization initiatives, validating a $3.1M prototype weapons system for the 16-unit Control and Reporting Center enterprise.
  • Cultivates high-performing, adaptable teams that drive innovation and refine Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures through Tactical Operations Center-Light integration with joint and coalition forces, enhancing operational effectiveness.

555 FS/Senior Enlisted Leader

USAF
07.2022 - 08.2023
  • Led a diverse group of Air Force Specialty Codes in a high-tempo training environment, aligning pilot requirements with their training syllabus to meet the Wing's annual $38M Flying Hour Program.
  • Management of the unit's Higher Headquarters task list, appointing key personnel and establishing a clear timeline, resulting in a 99% on-time completion rate for over 700 tasks.
  • Optimized resource allocation during CENTCOM deployment to overcome personnel shortages and logistical challenges, ensuring continuous 24/7 operations and compliance with pilot crew rest regulations.
  • Strengthened team resilience during a First Sergeant gap by fostering a professional environment, providing support to members facing personal challenges, and advising the Commander on rehabilitation efforts.

606 ACS/Assistant Director of Ops Superintendent

USAF
06.2020 - 07.2022
  • Directed the 140 personnel Operations directorate, overseeing scheduling, training, and standards and evaluation functions to ensure Squadron readiness for USAFE's sole Control and Reporting Center.
  • Maintains Combat Mission Ready status and provides versatile support as an instructor, evaluator, and Senior Weapons Director, ensuring continuous operational coverage and expertise.
  • Enhanced international relations by liaising with partner nation leadership, nuturing NATO alliances through integration and process development to reinforce US commitments.

Command Duty Officer

USAF
06.2017 - 06.2020
  • Distinguished self as the sole enlisted member to ever qualify as a Command Duty Officer (O-4 level), directing the strategic deployment of $690M in counter-narcotic assets across a vast 42M square mile area of responsibility.
  • Collaborated with external partners such as law enforcement agencies, embassies, and 17 partner nations to expedite the interdiction of suspected narcotic traffickers.
  • Oversaw the daily shift schedule, ensuring optimal personnel coverage for 24/7/365 operations center.
  • Developed effective targeting plans based on analysis of information and intelligence to assess complex situations, maximizing air and surface assets against Drug Trafficking Organizations.


Education

Associate of Arts - Space Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
06-2015

Skills

  • Task delegation
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Personnel management
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Strong work ethic
  • Multitasking
  • Attention to detail
  • Decision-making
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Task prioritization

Accomplishments

Wg C2 Battle Management Operator, SNCO, 2023

HAF Ground-Based C2 Crew, 2022

USAFE C2 Battle Management Operator, SNCO, 2022

Wg Gen John P. Jumper, SNCO, 2022

Gp Staff Professional, SNCO, 2021

SOUTHCOM C2 Battle Management Operator, SNCO, 2019

SOUTHCOM C2 Battle Management Operator, SNCO, 2018

HAF C2 Battle Management Operator, NCO, 2015

PACAF's Theater Air Control Systems Enlisted Instructor of the Year, NCO, 2008

SrA Below-the-Zone and numerous other Sq-level achievements/recognition.

Timeline

752 OSS/Senior Enlisted Leader

USAF
08.2023 - Current

555 FS/Senior Enlisted Leader

USAF
07.2022 - 08.2023

606 ACS/Assistant Director of Ops Superintendent

USAF
06.2020 - 07.2022

Command Duty Officer

USAF
06.2017 - 06.2020

Associate of Arts - Space Technology

Community College of The Air Force

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