Javascript (ES6)
Certificates, see below for details
Hi, I’m
John S. Thomas
Apprentice Software Engineer
Pensacola,FL
Your task is not to foresee the future, but to enable it.
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Overview
9
2
Languages - English & French
1
Year of professional experience as Software Engineer
10
Years experience in Airfield Management, NCOIC, US Air Force
3
Years experience as Air Advisor, Team Sergeant, US Air Force
1
Bachelor of Science Degree, see below for details
Summary
Results-driven leader with positive attitude and passion for providing high-quality advice and guidance to clients. Proven ability to identify customer needs, resolve conflicts and build strong relationships. Possesses excellent problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills. Well-versed in operating in complex, dynamic environments under tight deadlines. Accomplished Training Manager well-versed in selecting trainers, developing curriculum and creating course plans to achieve demanding training objectives. Effective at leading courses on diverse topics. Prepared to leverage 10+ years' military experience to take on new challenges.
Skills
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Trained
- Team Development Strategies
- Employee Training Program and Development
- ServiceNow CSA
- Project and Program Management
- Negotiation and Conflict Management
- Cross-Cultural Communications
- Written and Oral Communications
- Operational Efficiency and Safety
- Records Organization and Management
- HTML, CSS, Javascript proficiency
- Technical report writing
Software
HTML5
CSS3
ServiceNow
Work History
Creating Coding Careers / Skillbridge
Apprentice Software Engineer
08.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Hand selected as Teachers Assistant, led cohort of 30 personnel across 4 certification programs for 3 months.
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Adhered to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines during daily work activities.
- Participated in HTML, CSS and Javascript code reviews, ensuring adherence to established standards and guidelines.
- Improved software functionality by identifying and debugging coding issues.
- Optimized database queries for faster retrieval of critical information.
- Developed reusable components to expedite future development projects, reducing implementation timelines and overall project costs.
- Wrote HTML, CSS and Javascript code for database applications and website creation/design.
- Certified ServiceNow Associate System Administrator.
United States Air Force, USAF
Airfield Management Training Manager
08.2022 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training program to increase employee effectiveness and establish high work quality standard.
- Collaborated with higher management departments to align training programs with 544 organizational goals and objectives.
- Conducted orientation sessions and developed customized on-the-job training for new members.
- Monitored, evaluated and documented training performance to ensure training quality and cohesiveness.
- Trained staff via demonstrations, meetings, conferences, and workshops in fundamentals of training others.
- Facilitated leadership development workshops, fostering environment of growth and self-improvement.
United States Air Force, USAF
Air Advisor
01.2019 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Built and maintained relationships with 3 allied and partner nation clients to provide ongoing international security cooperation support.
- Facilitated bilateral communication and collaboration between Department of Defense and partner nation clients, using foreign language skills and cross-cultural immersion training to overcome obstacles.
- Planned, developed, and implemented strategies to record and convey information to key decision makers and stake-holders within Department of Defense and Department of State.
- Trained 15 new and 60 existing Air Advisors on negotiating with international partners, dress and appearance best practices, and field-craft survival tactics to improve overall customer handling skills.
- Created mission information database spanning 58 nations using map-based interface to preserve knowledge, experience and force-protection information normally lost to attrition; while expediting planning phase of mission generation.
United States Air Force, USAF
Airfield Management Operations Supervisor
04.2014 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Monitored and inspected 5 airfields for compliance with US Air Force, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Defense and international airfield safety standards.
- Ensured navigational aids, meteorological equipment, airfield lighting, directional signs and markings properly installed and operational. Identified airfield obstructions, ensured safe distances to fixed or mobile obstacles.
- Performed surface evaluation of all airfield pavements to discover and prevent potential problems and hazards. Identified unsafe conditions, ensured proper configuration of aircraft arresting systems.
- Planned and implemented environmental control measures to mitigate airfield wildlife hazards. Coordinated host-tenant support agreements. Monitored snow removal operations.
- Planned and coordinated frequent airfield construction and repair events.
Education
Southwestern College , Winfield, KS
Bachelor of Science from Strategic Leadership
12.2024
University Overview
John holds a Bachelor of Science in Strategic Leadership from Southwestern College. This program equipped him with the ability to lead effectively in complex and evolving environments. He honed his skills in strategic planning, organizational change, and leadership development. John's education emphasized self-awareness and understanding leadership dynamics, preparing him to inspire and guide teams toward achieving their goals. This degree provided John with a solid foundation in proactive leadership and decision-making, essential for thriving in today’s competitive landscape.
Community College of The Air Force , Montgomery, AL
Associate of Arts from Aviation Business Administration
04.2015 - 04.2017
University Overview
John holds an Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Business Management from the Community College of the Air Force. This program provided him with a thorough understanding of both the technical and managerial aspects of the aviation industry. He developed strong skills in aviation operations, financial management, and strategic planning, preparing him to tackle complex challenges in the aviation business sector. John's education emphasizes the application of business principles within the context of aviation, enabling him to effectively lead and manage aviation-related enterprises.
Accomplishments
- Led mission planning team and boots-on-ground team for Air Force Africa's and the Department of States' Global Peace Operations Initiative assessment team, resulting in the framing of a $6 million budget plan for the Tunisian Air Force.
- Represented the 818th Mobility Support Advisory Squadron in briefing to Air Mobility Command leadership on the raison d'être and enhancement capabilities of Air Advising within Agile Combat Employment.
- Supervised team of 30 military members of the Coronavirus Isolation Support Facility, which provided support to 1,700 quarantined service members and 429 Medical Task Force personnel. Also researched and wrote DoD policy guidelines for similar facilities in accordance with CDC recommendations; which facilitated medical relief efforts for over 23 million civilians and military personnel.
- Consistently recognized for outstanding achievements related to international relations, humanitarian aid and security cooperation missions in Africa, Europe and the Middle East.
- Led 10 personnel in aiding the expedited transfer of over 200,000 Afghan refugees during Operation Allied Refuge by transporting personnel, supplies, and by providing escort and protection to language enabled specialists.
Certification
- Green Belt Lean-Six Sigma Trained - 2024
- Air Advisor Instructor Certification, Air Advisor Academy, US Air Force - 2019
- Certified Airport Safety & Operations Specialist: Basic - 2018
- Certified Airport Safety & Operations Specialist: Advanced - 2020
- Organizational Leadership Certificate - 2024
- Organizational Communications Certificate - 2024
- Certificate in Security Cooperation Planning, Oversight and Execution Management, Basic - Defense Security Cooperation University, 2022
- Certificate of Competency: French Language, Defense Language Institute - 2019
- Certified Associate System Administrator, ServiceNow - 2024
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Affiliations
- Air Force Sergeant's Association - 2014-2025
- ServiceNow (Extern, Teaching Assistant), Sep 2024-Dec 2024
- United States Air Force - Veteran, 2014-2025, Staff Sergeant E-5
- Creating Coding Careers (Non-Profit)- Apprentice Software Engineer, 2024-2025
- Twin Griffins Longsword Academy (Non-Profit)- 2022-2023, Founder, CEO & Lead Instructor
- American Association for Airport Executives - 2016-2025
- Toastmasters International
Volunteer
- Led river clean-up team, removing 125lbs of debris from NJ rivers - selected as 621 Contingency Response Wing's Volunteer of the Third Quarter, 2022.
- Committee Chair for Air Mobility Command's 11th Order of the Sword ceremony - selected as Non-Commissioned Officer of the First Quarter, 2021.
Interests
Historic Fencing (Longsword, Rapier, Sabre, Smallsword)
Dungeons and Dragons, Game Manager
Rock Climbing
References
- Alex Martinez (Current Supervisor, Creating Coding Careers Internship) - alex@cccareers.org
- Herb Thompson (Current Supervisor, ServiceNow Externship) - herb.thompson@servicenow.com
- Samuel English (Former Supervisor, US Air Force) - s.d.english90@gmail.com
- Hudson Marececk (Former Supervisor, US Air Force) - hudson.marececk@us.af.mil
- Tiffany Corum (Former Peer, US Air Force) - tiffany.corum.1@us.af.mil
- DeAndre Timpson (Former Peer, US Air Force) - d.a.thimpson@gmail.com
- Justin Kirchner (Former Subordinate, US Air Force) - justinkirchner@gmail.com
- Carlos Garcia-Pulido (Former Subordinate, US Air Force) - carlos.garcia_pulido@outlook.com
- Kayla Schisler (Former Subordinate, US Air Force) - kjschisler@hotmail.com
- Joe Vance (Friend, Professional Programmer) - joe@pier17solutions.com
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