Kenneth Leo
Richmond Hill,GA
Summary
Self-motivated, dependable professional with 12+ years of experience as a USAF Tactical Air Command and Control Party (TACP) and 9+ years as Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) who enjoys working as a team member to accomplish organizational goals. Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. Able to prioritize, delegate tasks, and make safe decisions under the most extreme circumstances. Renowned for streamlining Air Force-Army communications, enhancing unit readiness by over 30% through innovative training programs. Expert in airspace management and forward air control, I excel in leadership, problem-solving, and maintaining high-security standards, ensuring mission success and professional development within teams. Hardworking well-qualified combat professional maintaining equipment, completing patrols and briefing leadership. Knowledgeable about risk, safety gear and terrain assessments. Valid TS/SCI clearance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Tactical Air Control Party Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2012 - Current
- Streamlined communication between Air Force and Army units, ensuring accurate targeting during close air support missions.
- Improved unit readiness by conducting comprehensive training programs on TACP skills and tactics.
- Mentored junior TACP specialists, sharing valuable insights and experiences to promote professional development within team.
- Ensured compliance with established rules of engagement, minimizing collateral damage during close air support operations.
- Strengthened unit readiness by serving as a subject matter expert on employment of joint terminal attack controllers in diverse operational environments.
- Safeguarded friendly forces through diligent management of airspace deconfliction measures, reducing risk during complex missions involving multiple aircraft types.
- Contributed to the development of tactical plans, providing critical input on air support requirements and capabilities.
- Optimized resource allocation by efficiently managing TACP personnel, equipment, and budgets throughout assigned missions.
- Provided expert guidance as a subject matter specialist in various working groups aimed at refining TACP tactics, techniques, and procedures across the armed forces branches.
- Conducted thorough after-action reviews following missions to identify areas for improvement in future operations.
- Expedited decision-making processes with timely provision of essential information to commanders regarding air assets availability and limitations.
- Assisted in the coordination of joint exercises, integrating TACP capabilities into multi-service training scenarios.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced technologies, utilizing cutting-edge equipment for accurate target identification and location reporting.
- Conducted thorough analysis on mission outcomes, identifying areas for improvement and providing actionable feedback to command staff.
- Maintained strict adherence to security protocols while handling sensitive information, minimizing potential risks associated with unauthorized access or disclosure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security And Emergency Management
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07.2025
High School Diploma -
Saint Joseph High School
Santa Maria, CA05.2011
Skills
- Combat communications
- Personnel Management
- Airspace Management
- Intelligence Gathering
- Target acquisition
- Encryption Techniques
- Information Security
- Satellite Communication
- Close Air Support
- Precision Strike Coordination
- Ground-to-Air Communication
- Counter-Insurgency Operations
- Electronic Warfare Coordination
- Joint Terminal Attack Control
- Battlefield Coordination
- Training and Instruction
- Special Operations Integration
- Fire Support Coordination
- Strong Work Ethic
- Teamwork and Loyalty
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Decision-Making
- Briefing leadership
- Assessing risks
- Relationship Building
- Analytical Thinking
Timeline
Tactical Air Control Party Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security And Emergency Management
Grand Canyon University
High School Diploma -
Saint Joseph High School
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