JOSHUA ZERMENO

• Train Space Force Guardians in the 533rd Training Squadron on orbital mechanics for space operations.
• Deliver 49 hours of instruction per class to 25 students, covering lectures, simulations, and exams.
• Develop curriculum materials, including lesson plans and simulations, with current astrodynamics advancements.
• Conduct simulations to model orbital trajectories and mission planning, enhancing practical application.
• Assess student performance via exams and projects, achieving a 100% pass rate with tailored mentoring.

• Oversaw 97 Airmen in support of Delta, Falcon 9, and NSSL missions.
• Planned & executed SPO projects for launch facilities valued at $80 million.
• Managed integration of new spacelift operations at Vandenberg SFB.
• Developed training programs to improve performance efficiency.
• Analyzed operational data to identify areas for process improvements and strategic initiatives.
• Oversaw compliance with federal regulations and policies in all operational procedures.

• Led space professionals in Falcon 9 mission assurance and technical analysis.
• Oversaw Falcon 9 surveillance for NASA missions, managing 44 members across 97 shifts and 158 tasks.
• Executed on-console procedures during mission testing and launch countdowns.
• Directed launch complex oversight for SMC New Entrant Certification, validating NSSL requirements.
• Developed Western Range spacelift plans for base leadership.

• Led maintenance team for small-lift space launch operations.
• Led resource protection and program management for spacelift processing.
• Coordinated NASA Pathfinder event for booster and payload rehearsal.
• Executed $25K end-of-year funds for critical maintenance and equipment.

Served as Duty Officer for 338th Combat Training Squadron and 55th Wing Scheduling Executor.

• Managed flying schedules, air refueling, and weather evacuation plans.
• 55th Wing liaison for 4 flying squadrons, managing delays and changes.
• Planned and launched 320 training sorties, totaling 2,000 flying hours.

• Completed 86 hours in T-6A, 76 hours in T-1, and 98 hours in simulation.
• Achieved 92.3% average on 22 tests covering 356 hours of instruction.
• Graduated Pilot Training, ranking 2/17 in advanced flying phase.

• Graduated top of B-52 Bomber technical training course, ranking #1/7.
• Maintained B-52 landing gears and flight controls in Repair & Reclamation.
• Supported 500+ successful B-52 sorties in exercises and real-world missions.
• Airman First Class selected for USAF OTS and Pilot Training.