Jerimi L. Aaron
Henderson
Summary
Experienced with program coordination, ensuring smooth administrative operations. Utilizes program management skills to enhance team productivity and streamline workflows. Knowledge of best practices in communication and resource allocation to support organizational goals.
Professional with broad experience in administrative coordination and program management. Skilled in streamlining processes, organizing resources, and ensuring seamless communication within teams. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently, with expertise in schedule management, data entry, and problem-solving.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Program Coordinator
433rd Weapons School – Nellis Air Force Base, NV
10.2024 - Current
- Lead unit-level administrative, travel, and procurement operations supporting mission readiness across multiple Air Force programs. Manage compliance, financial accountability, and resource allocation aligned with commander priorities.
- Travel & Mission Support: Manage all DTS authorizations/vouchers for 433d personnel; maintain 100% compliance and three-day processing average to ensure uninterrupted deployments and training.
- Government Purchase Card Oversight: Direct $250K annual GPC budget with zero unauthorized purchases; streamline procurement processes to improve resourcing efficiency.
- Personnel Administration: Coordinate with Commander’s Support Staff to ensure accurate updates of duty titles, AFSCs, and assignments; reduced personnel data cycle time by 20%.
- Asset Accountability: Oversaw $500K in assigned equipment and technology; ensure compliance with DoD lifecycle management standards.
- Reporting & Development: Deliver quarterly leadership briefings on DTS metrics, budget utilization, and accountability; engage in ongoing professional development and DTS/GPC certification training.
Maintenance Production Manager | Program Manager | Quality Assurance Manager
United States Air Force – Various Global Assignments
01.2003 - Current
- 413th Flight Test Squadron – Nellis AFB, NV
- Maintenance Production Manager / Program Manager | Dec 2020 – Oct 2024
- Directed dual-regional mission support operations for Guardian Angel and HH-60 weapons system development. Led a team of 11 across five disciplines to ensure serviceability and readiness of $4.7M in safety and life-support systems.
- Led $3.7M tactical armor vest acquisition and test plan, delivering life-saving systems to 4K aviators — earned Manager of the Quarter.
- Established first Airdrop Load Inspection Certification course; standardized 24 protocols across five HQs — earned Air Combat Command Flight Innovation Award.
- Oversaw $9M flight equipment account with 15K critical items; improved accountability and synchronization across regional programs.
- Advanced 14 Developmental/Operational Test programs totaling $28.5M — contributed to Collier Trophy-winning results.
- Quality Assurance Manager / Instructor | Dec 2015 – Nov 2020
- Managed training, budget, and QA functions for 92 personnel supporting Combat Search and Rescue test operations.
- Conducted 76 life-saving equipment inspections enabling 102 developmental/operational test missions with zero safety incidents.
- Executed $1M equipment audit with zero findings — safeguarded $7.8M in assets.
- Streamlined training requirements by 15% and aligned an $18.3M training portfolio.
- Secured $2.4M and six manpower positions by identifying and addressing program shortfalls.
- 51st Operations Support Squadron – Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea
- Department Supervisor | Feb 2015 – Nov 2015
- Supervised eight technicians maintaining survival equipment for combat aircraft flight operations.
- Directed $2M software upgrades to 153 radios improving combat search-and-rescue efficiency.
- Oversaw daily inspections ensuring aircrew safety for 48 pilots and 3K+ flight hours.
- 86th Operations Support Squadron – Ramstein Air Base, Germany
- Division Supervisor | Jun 2009 – Jan 2015
- Led eight technicians across five work centers maintaining survival and life-support systems for 200 aviators.
- Realigned war kit issue process; saved 360 maintenance hours monthly.
- Rebuilt $65K in night-vision assets and reduced maintenance costs by $15K.
- Restored 41 C-130 aircraft seats, improving safety and reducing contract costs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development & Family Studies
American Military University
Associate of Applied Science - Aircrew Life-Support Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Computer & Network Technician Certificate - undefined
Asher College
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Defense Travel System (DTS)
- Government Purchase Card (GPC)
- JPAS / DISS
- Defense Property System
- Windows
- MacOS
- Meeting facilitation
- Scheduling expertise
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork
Certification
- Phase 1 Investigation Course
- Classroom Instructor Course
- USAF NCO Academy
- Aircrew Flight Equipment Program Managers Course
- Life Sciences Equipment Airdrop Specialist Course
- Parachute Rigger Course
Timeline
Unit Program Coordinator
433rd Weapons School – Nellis Air Force Base, NV
10.2024 - Current
Maintenance Production Manager | Program Manager | Quality Assurance Manager
United States Air Force – Various Global Assignments
01.2003 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Aircrew Life-Support Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Computer & Network Technician Certificate - undefined
Asher College
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development & Family Studies
American Military University
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Air and Space Commendation Medal (3), Air and Space Achievement Medal (3), Air Combat Command Flight Innovation Award, Wing Team of the Year, Manager of the Quarter
QUALITY ASSURANCE | OPERATIONS & PROJECT MANAGEMENT | PROCESS IMPROVEMENT | SAFETY & COMPLIANCE LEADERSHIP
- Air Force Veteran with a Top-Secret Security Clearance and 20+ years of progressive leadership in quality assurance, production, and project management. Proven success managing cross-functional teams of 90+ personnel and budgets exceeding $10M while delivering operational excellence and mission success. Skilled in risk management, process efficiency, and stakeholder collaboration across fast-paced, high-impact environments. Recognized for developing innovative solutions that drive safety, performance, and continuous improvement.
- Core Competencies: Project Management | Operational Effectiveness | Quality Assurance | Risk Management | Safety Analysis | Strategic Planning | Employee Relations | Process Optimization | Leadership Development