John Strong
Cheyenne
Summary
Dynamic Missile Communications Supervisor with a proven track record in overseeing maintenance operations and enhancing team performance. Expertise in technical troubleshooting, resource management, and effective communication drives operational efficiency and mission success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Missile Communications Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
Cheyenne
05.2026 - Current
- Supervised team members in daily maintenance tasks and projects to ensure operational efficiency.
- Directed resources to support daily schedules, meeting mission needs per production superintendent requirements.
- Oversaw mobile truck crane maintenance tasks, guaranteeing safe and effective operations.
- Ensured submission of all required documents and reports after completing maintenance tasks.
Missile Communications Team Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
Cheyenne
12.2024 - 05.2026
- Led teams of technicians (2-4 members) to troubleshoot and maintain nuclear command, control, and communication systems across 15 Launch Control Facilities.
- Acting liaison between the workcenter and Raytheon and Naval Information Warfare Center for equipment repair and replenishment.
- Identified technician weak points and conducted OJT for personnel to bolster member effectiveness.
Missile Communications Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
Cheyenne
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Conducted troubleshooting for communication failures and system outages across 15 Launch Control Centers.
- Installed and maintained satellite communication equipment across various platforms.
- Assisted in performing upgrades to existing communication infrastructure.
- Provided technical support to missile combat crews experiencing communication problems.
- Utilized equipment including but not limited to common hand tools, oscilloscopes, multimeters, audio oscillators, time domain reflectometers.
Missile Maintenance Operations Center Controller
United States Air Force, USAF
Great Falls
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Utilized maintenance data systems to execute daily, weekly, monthly maintenance plans for 150 Launch Facilities and 15 Launch Control Centers.
- Coordinates missile potential hazards, incidents, emergencies, and contingencies with on and off base agencies.
- Entered work orders and reported priorities to higher authority.
Electro-Mechanical Team Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
Great Falls
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting security systems, coding systems, electro-mechanical equipment, emergency power systems for 150 Launch Facilities and 15 Launch Control Centers. Utilized a variety of tools including but not limited to common hand tools, multimeters, bonding meters, meggers, and mobile truck cranes.
- Conducted functional checkout on newly received equipment to verify proper functionality and readiness for deployment.
- Performed routine maintenance inspections to uphold equipment functionality and safety standards.
Education
Training - Airmen Leadership School
United States Air Force
FE Warren AFB, WY03-2025
Training - High Reliability Soldering And Connections
United States Air Force
Malmstrom AFB, MT01-2022
Training - Mobile Truck Crane
United States Air Force
Malmstrom AFB, MT03-2021
Training - Forklift Operator Course
United States Air Force
Malmstrom AFB, MT02-2020
High School Diploma -
Mobile Christian School
Mobile, AL05-2018
Skills
- Communication infrastructure
- Troubleshooting systems
- Technical training
- Technical documentation
- Data management
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Missile Communications Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2026 - Current
Missile Communications Team Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
12.2024 - 05.2026
Missile Communications Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2023 - 12.2024
Missile Maintenance Operations Center Controller
United States Air Force, USAF
10.2022 - 09.2023
Electro-Mechanical Team Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2020 - 10.2022
Training - Airmen Leadership School
United States Air Force
Training - High Reliability Soldering And Connections
United States Air Force
Training - Mobile Truck Crane
United States Air Force
Training - Forklift Operator Course
United States Air Force
High School Diploma -
Mobile Christian School