Joshua Newton
3103 Justine Ct, Panama City,FL
Summary
Accomplished Air Force leader with 21 years of expertise in aeromedical evacuation and strategic planning. Proven track record in enhancing operational readiness and developing effective training programs that boost team performance across various organizations. Extensive experience in conducting inspections and compliance monitoring.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Retired
United States Air Force
Panama City, FL
11.2024 - Current
- Finalized distinguished career spanning 21 years in Air Force
Command Evaluator
United States Air Force
Ramstein AB Germany
11.2022 - 10.2024
- Advised Commander United States Air Forces Europe (USAFE), Command Surgeon, and joint staff on aeromedical evacuation capabilities.
- Validated readiness requirements and managed deployment taskings for 107 personnel and $5 million in medical equipment.
- Authored command operations policies and concepts of operations to enhance operational excellence.
- Standardized programs across 13 flying squadrons and five wings supporting two combatant commands.
Interim First Sergeant/Flight Examiner
United States Air Force
Travis AFB, California
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Advised squadron leadership on morale, welfare, and discipline as Interim First Sergeant for largest Active Duty Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron.
- Facilitated personnel vectoring and talent management for enlisted staff to optimize unit functionality across six Air Force career fields.
- Collaborated with higher headquarters functional managers to address deployment requirements and enhance mission operations.
Flight Chief, Operations Support
United States Air Force
Pope AAF, NC
11.2018 - 08.2020
- Directed and managed six operational elements with a team of 24 personnel, advising executives on squadron's 24-hour global deployment capabilities.
- Validated and supervised monthly readiness reports for 65 deployment groups and $5.7M in DoD resources.
- Synchronized operations for 172 AE missions, coordinating with five support agencies while training 11 personnel.
Fighter Wing MICT Manager
United States Air Force
Kunsan AB, Korea
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Managed the 8 Fighter Wing (FW) Self-Assessment Program, ensuring a rigorous review of the IG Evaluation Management System (IGEMS) deficiencies and MICT (Management Internal Control Toolset) checklists..
- Developed readiness and emergency management inspections to enhance US Forces Korea (USFK) personnel preparedness for wartime scenarios.
- Delivered comprehensive MICT/IGEMS training programs, aligning with PACAF and IG Inspections standards.
- Oversaw IG complaints and DoD/Congressional inquiries, facilitating effective communication for 8 FW Commander.
- Revitalized Wing Inspection Team (WIT)/IGEMS training program, conducting 2-hour sessions for 40 members, reducing reporting errors.
- Led teams through 19 inspections, analyzing 60 checklists and 622 items, identifying scheduling shortfall in five external reports.
- Streamlined IG operations by training six members, validating 22 inspections with 222 findings, reviewing 22 reports.
- Established monthly Commander's Inspection Management Board (CIMB), managing status for 176 FW/MAJCOM deficiencies, achieving 25% reduction.
Wing IGEMS/WIT Manager
United States Air Force
Grand Forks AFB, ND
12.2016 - 09.2017
- Managed WIT Subject Matter Experts (SME) across 18 units, coordinating initial and quarterly training sessions.
- Oversaw IGEMS by monitoring commander's inspection program, coordinating schedules and ensuring 100% compliance by addressing 26 deficiencies across 13 squadrons.
- Conducted Headquarters Air Force (HAF) Special Interest Item (SII) Equipment Financial Improvement and Audit Remediation (FIAR) inspections for 1351 assets across 7 units and 19 accounts.
- Led Wing Inspection Training, preparing 61 personnel through 5 exercises, identifying 22 deficiencies, and reviewing 6 reports.
NCOIC, Family & Women's Health
United States Air Force
Grand Forks AFB, ND
08.2015 - 11.2016
- Led emergency services section and three clinics, directing 36 staff members to ensure efficient delivery of 23,000 patient visits.
- Managed On-the-Job Training programs to maintain accuracy and compliance with established standards.
- Conducted EMS/First-Aid training for 55 EMTs, focusing on Air Force curriculum in medical and firefighting disciplines.
- Developed patient tracer program and checklist, coordinating 12 sections and 35 tracers for accreditation success.
Aeromedical Evacuation (AE) Flight Manager
United States Air Force
Ramstein AB, Germany
03.2012 - 08.2015
- Oversaw execution of over 200 aeromedical evacuation sorties annually across Europe and Africa; ensured real-time operations for enhanced movement visibility for 33 agencies.
Medical Technician
United States Air Force
Sheppard AFB, TX
08.2010 - 02.2012
- Facilitated emergency medical services delivery to 82nd Training Wing and 80th Flying Training Wing, supporting $250M Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training Program.
- Conducted effective medical readiness and emergency procedures during natural disasters and contingency operations.
Aeromedical Evacuation Technician
United States Air Force
Ramstein AB, Germany
07.2007 - 07.2010
- Directed distribution, tracking, and maintenance of $1.5 million in aeromedical evacuation equipment and supplies across global locations.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for patients ranging from routine cases to critically ill individuals.
- Led launch and recovery operations for theater aeromedical evacuation missions, adapting cargo aircraft for safe transport of injured personnel.
Medical Technician
United States Air Force
Holloman AFB, NM
01.2003 - 06.2007
- Served as 48th FW Life Support Manager, developing and delivering education and training principles.
- Provided emergency medical services for 18,000 military and civilian personnel on base.
- Assisted medical providers with care and treatment of 7,500 beneficiaries, including vitals and treatment plans.
- Evaluated base personnel during Operational Readiness Exercises on first-aid and emergency medical operations.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling-Crisis Response & Trauma
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA03-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Ashford University
San Diego, CA04-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University
02-2012
Associate of Applied Science - Allied Health Sciences
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01-2012
High School Diploma -
Southeast Webster Grand
Burnside, IA05-2002
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Medical readiness
- Training development
- Investigative skills
- Compliance oversight
- Verbal and written communication
- Policy analysis
- Process enhancement
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician for 24 years
Affiliations
Previous Motorcycle Safety Foundation RiderCoach
Coached Ramstein Highschool Wrestling team
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Retired
United States Air Force
11.2024 - Current
Command Evaluator
United States Air Force
11.2022 - 10.2024
Interim First Sergeant/Flight Examiner
United States Air Force
08.2020 - 10.2022
Flight Chief, Operations Support
United States Air Force
11.2018 - 08.2020
Fighter Wing MICT Manager
United States Air Force
11.2017 - 11.2018
Wing IGEMS/WIT Manager
United States Air Force
12.2016 - 09.2017
NCOIC, Family & Women's Health
United States Air Force
08.2015 - 11.2016
Aeromedical Evacuation (AE) Flight Manager
United States Air Force
03.2012 - 08.2015
Medical Technician
United States Air Force
08.2010 - 02.2012
Aeromedical Evacuation Technician
United States Air Force
07.2007 - 07.2010
Medical Technician
United States Air Force
01.2003 - 06.2007
Master of Arts - Counseling-Crisis Response & Trauma
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University
Associate of Applied Science - Allied Health Sciences
Community College of The Air Force
High School Diploma -
Southeast Webster Grand