JOSHUA ZERMENO
Lompoc,CA
Summary
As a seasoned Captain in the United States Military, with 13 illustrious years of experience in both the United States Space Force and United States Air Force, I bring a high-octane blend of leadership and expertise to the table. I take immense pride in my time as a prior enlisted crew chief, successfully completing undergraduate pilot training, earning my wings, and transitioning to the United States Space Force where I had the honor of serving as a Flight Commander in the 2nd Space Launch Squadron. My unwavering commitment to excellence, coupled with my exceptional problem-solving abilities and proven track record of mission success, positions me as a valuable asset ready to conquer new frontiers with an exceptional team.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor & Curriculum Developer
Sigmatech
12.2023 - Current
- Developed and presented rules, guidelines and objectives for the 533rd TRS.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
Assistant Director Of Operations
United States Space Force
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Assisted the director of operations and commander in overseeing day-to-day military operations.
- Managed and coordinated operational processes and procedures for 5 flights.
- Oversaw 97 airman tasked with transport, test, and launch support of Delta and Falcon 9 missions
- Conducted planning and execution for SPO projects covering 7 launch facilities worth $80 million
- Managed end-to-end integration of space lift operations for launch vehicle platforms at VSFB.
- Oversaw daily and weekly coordination meetings for the 2nd space launch squadron.
Flight Commander
United States Space Force
06.2019 - 11.2021
- Flight Commander for 18 space professionals in charge Falcon 9 mission assurance & Tech analysis
- Managed fleet surveillance of Falcon 9 processing for NASA mission
- 44 members, 97 shifts, 158 tasks
- Executed on-console procedures with mission team during testing and day of launch countdown
- Lead launch complex oversight for SMC New Entrant Certification
- Validating NSSL requirements
- Developed & evaluated Western Range space lift operation plans & provided feedback to leadership.
Mission Integrator
United States Air Force
12.2017 - 06.2019
- Lead space launch maintenance team
- Oversaw operations for all small-lift space launch operations
- Facilitated resource protection and provided program management support for space lift processing
- Spearheaded NASA Pathfinder event; coordinated booster & payload stack rehearsal at CCAFS
- Executed $25K end of year funds; scheduled critical maintenance & replacement of aging equipment.
Pilot
United States Air Force
03.2015 - 12.2017
- Completed 41 courses, 126.5 academic hours, 30 simulations, and 5 sortie missions in the RC-135
- Squadron duty officer for the 338th combat training squadron; 55th Wing Scheduling Executor
- Created weekly flying schedules; coordinated air refueling; executed weather evacuation plans
- Acted as 55th Wing liaison between 4 flying squadrons; coordinated delays and sortie changes
- Facilitated daily mission planning and launch of 320 RC-135 training sorties
- 2,000 flying hours.
Student Pilot
United States Air Force
03.2013 - 03.2015
- Completed 86 hours in the T-6A aircraft; 76 hours in the T-1 aircraft; 98 hours in simulation sorties
- Academically maintained an average of 92.3 percent on 22 tests covering 356 hours of instruction
- Gradated from Undergraduate Pilot Training with a class rank of 2/17 during advanced phase of flying.
Crew Chief
United States Air Force
01.2011 - 02.2013
- Top graduate from the B-52 Bomber technical training course
- Graduated #1 out of 7 students
- Repair & Reclamation Journeyman for the B-52 bomber; Maintained landing gears & flight controls
- Worked numerous exercises and real world missions; supported over 500+ successful B-52 sorties
- Only Airman First Class selected to attend USAF Officer Training School & Undergraduate Pilot Training.
Education
Diploma - Instructor Course
223rd Regiment Regional Training Institute
San Luis Obispo, CA01.2024
Squadron Officer School -
Air University
Montgomery, Alabama10.2018
Undergraduate PIlot Training. Graduated #2/17 -
Under Graduate Pilot Training
Del Rio, Texas03.2015
B-52 Bomber technical training course. Graduated #1/7 -
Air Education & Training
03.2011
B.S in Mechanical Engineering Technology with a speciality in aeronautics. -
Arizona State University
Mesa, Arizona12.2009
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Public Speaking
- Technology Integration
- Progress Evaluations
- Strategic planning and execution
- Operational Efficiency
- Scheduling and Coordination
- Strategic Planning
Timeline
Instructor & Curriculum Developer
Sigmatech
12.2023 - Current
Assistant Director Of Operations
United States Space Force
11.2021 - 08.2023
Flight Commander
United States Space Force
06.2019 - 11.2021
Mission Integrator
United States Air Force
12.2017 - 06.2019
Pilot
United States Air Force
03.2015 - 12.2017
Student Pilot
United States Air Force
03.2013 - 03.2015
Crew Chief
United States Air Force
01.2011 - 02.2013
Diploma - Instructor Course
223rd Regiment Regional Training Institute
Squadron Officer School -
Air University
Undergraduate PIlot Training. Graduated #2/17 -
Under Graduate Pilot Training
B-52 Bomber technical training course. Graduated #1/7 -
Air Education & Training
B.S in Mechanical Engineering Technology with a speciality in aeronautics. -
Arizona State University
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