Joel Ayala
FORT GREELY,AK
Summary
An accomplished professional with extensive experience in Missile Defense and Space Operations. I have played a pivotal role as an Engagement Planner for the Ground-based Mid-course Defense System in Alaska, where I honed unmatched expertise in military operations and strategic planning. As a NASA L’SPACE Academy alumnus, I have developed advanced skills in space mission development and proposal writing. My background blends technical acumen with a commitment to innovation in aerospace and defense, positioning me to make significant contributions in complex and dynamic environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Non-Commissioned Officer
Alaska National Guard
Fort Greely, AK
01.2024 - Current
- Training advisor for the Commander of the Headquarters and Headquarters battery. Responsible for the forecasting, planning, and coordination of troops training for the fiscal year. Responsible for scheduling, reserving, and selecting candidates for military schools. Serves as a Revising Officer for the Defense Travel System
- Responsible for reviewing and revising travel authorizations, vouchers, and other travel related documents to ensure compliance with established policies and regulations. Provided training and education to training officers, junior enlisted, and peers in areas of emphasis ranging from readiness, Fire Direction Crews training, and Tactical operation center responsibilities. Coordinating and synchronizing logistical and administrative support among local agencies and authorities can facilitate doctrinally sound, realistic, and efficient training.
Engagement Planner Supervisor
Alaska National Guard
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Serve as a Fire Direction Center Weapons Operator for the 49th Missile Defense Battalion, Ground-based Midcourse Defense System. Assist FDC Director in providing defense of the assigned area of responsibility during day-to-day, crisis and combat, and recovery operations. Provided technical expertise for the Ground-based Interceptors and Subsystems. Monitor active defense strategy. Assesses system behavior and evaluates GBI performance. Evaluates success. Makes tactical recommendations. Monitors GBI maintenance and safety programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Space Studies Major in Aerospace Science
American Military University
West VirginiaSkills
- Analytical Skills
- Critical thinking
- Budget Management
- Image Processing
- Research Data Analysis
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Adaptability
- Decision-Making
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Clearance
SECRET
Field
SPACE SCIENCE
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Training
- NASA LUCY Student Pipeline Accelerator and Competency Enabler (L'SPACE) Mission Concept Academy
- APUS Analog Research Group - Mission Control for the Inflatable Lunar-Martian Analog Habitat ARG-3I, Feb 2024, present
Accomplishments
- Leadership Award NCO Academy 2022
- Army Commendation Medal
- Army Achievement Medal
- Basic Space Badge
Timeline
Training Non-Commissioned Officer
Alaska National Guard
01.2024 - Current
Engagement Planner Supervisor
Alaska National Guard
01.2020 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Space Studies Major in Aerospace Science
American Military University
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