Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Justin Steffens

Johnson City,TX

Summary

Dynamic Operations and Management Leader with 22+ years of U.S. Air Force experience specializing in safety, resource management, and team development. Proven success as a superintendent and senior enlisted leader overseeing maintenance, logistics, and quality assurance across global operations. Skilled in environmental stewardship, financial oversight, and public engagement. Known for strategic thinking, cross-functional coordination, and building high-performing teams to deliver mission-ready results.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Fire Fighter

Round Mountain Volunteer Fire Department
Round Mountain, Texas
01.2025 - Current

· Responded to wildfires, medical calls, vehicle accidents, and Search And Rescue (SAR) operations

· Coordinated with EMS agencies to improve response times and streamline multi-agency incident management

· Delivered public education on fire prevention and emergency preparedness

Senior Enlisted Leader

36th Tactical Advisory Squadron, USAF
Andersen AFB, GU
01.2022 - 12.2024

Directing daily operations for a 48-member team across 51 missions in 19 countries

· Managed $400K operating budget and supported U.S. Congressional Security Cooperation programs valued at $225M

· Led international training initiatives, strengthening U.S. partnerships in the Indo-Pacific

Quality Assurance Superintendent

36th Maintenance Group, USAF
Andersen AFB, GU
02.2020 - 01.2022

· Led 9-member inspection team overseeing 2,000+ evaluations across 20 specialties, ensuring safety and compliance for 270+ personnel.

· Designed and executed training and inspection programs, improving quality and reducing deficiencies by 33%

· Authored technical standards and evaluation procedures, driving a four-year peak in readiness scores and inspection pass rates

· Mentored over 140 personnel, developing leadership pipelines and advancing professional growth across cross-functional teams

Aircraft Maintenance Production Superintendent

100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, USAF
RAF Mildenhall, UK
10.2018 - 02.2020

· Coordinated with multiple agencies, directed flying schedule and maintenance for $888M in critical assets

· Oversaw and coordinated large-scale logistics across multiple regions, supporting emergency response, medical evacuation, and essential supply efforts

· Led 200+ personnel across 8 specialities to ensure 24/7 readiness in dynamic environments

Flight Safety Superintendent

100th Air Refueling Wing, USAF
RAF Mildenhall, UK
10.2015 - 09.2017

· Led environmental and safety programs supporting 60,000+ annual operations; protected $3.7B in assets

· Investigated field incidents and environmental hazards; implemented corrective actions and advised senior leaders across U.S. and international agencies

· Oversaw compliance and contractor coordination for 28 construction projects, ensuring environmental standards

· Trained cross-functional teams in safety and emergency procedures

Education

Master of Science - Executive Leadership Business

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
09-2020

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety

Waldorf University
Forest City, IA
04-2019

Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
09-2015

Skills

  • Emergency response
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Quality assurance
  • Training development
  • Expert leadership
  • Program Management

Accomplishments

United Stated Air Force Europe - Well Done Safety Award: 2017

100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron - Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year: 2018
100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron - Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year: 2019
36th Maintenance Group - Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award: 2020
36th Maintenance Group - General Leo Marquez Award: 2021
36th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron - Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year: 2021
36th Contingency Response Group - General Lew Allen Award: 2022
36th Contingency Response Group - Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year: 2022

Certification

* OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Safety Certification: April 2010
OSHA Safety Training Institute

* Professional Management Certification: June 2019
Community College of the Air Force

* CPR / BLS Certification: February 2025

Burnet County EMS - American Heart Association

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Emergency Fire Fighter

Round Mountain Volunteer Fire Department
01.2025 - Current

Senior Enlisted Leader

36th Tactical Advisory Squadron, USAF
01.2022 - 12.2024

Quality Assurance Superintendent

36th Maintenance Group, USAF
02.2020 - 01.2022

Aircraft Maintenance Production Superintendent

100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, USAF
10.2018 - 02.2020

Flight Safety Superintendent

100th Air Refueling Wing, USAF
10.2015 - 09.2017

Master of Science - Executive Leadership Business

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety

Waldorf University

Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology

Community College of The Air Force