Kevin Powell
Bellevue,NE
Summary
Dynamic Continuous Improvement Technician with a proven track record at Interstates Construction & Control Systems. Expert in process analysis and root cause resolution, driving operational efficiency through effective team leadership and lean methodologies. Adept at implementing standard operating procedures and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Continuous Improvement Technician
Interstates construction & control systems
Omaha, Nebraska
10.2019 - Current
- Analyzed process workflows to identify opportunities for enhancements.
- Facilitated team meetings promoting continuous improvement initiatives.
- Implemented standard operating procedures across multiple departments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to boost operational efficiency.
- Conducted root cause analysis to resolve recurring issues effectively.
- Supported lean methodologies implementation organization-wide.
- Established key performance indicators measuring progress on continuous improvement goals.
- Maintained detailed records of project changes, including timelines and resource utilization.
Contracting Officer's Representative
United States Air Force
Holloman Air Force Base, NM
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Supervised logistics management and transfer of 45 F-16 aircraft valued at $1.2 billion.
- Led six non-commissioned officers to enhance operational efficiency.
- Reviewed and approved weekly contractor pay and overtime invoices totaling $30.2 million annually.
- Provided government oversight for 20 aircraft specialties across 403 contractor employees.
- Managed $39.9 million aircraft maintenance contract to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Advised major command project managers on specific requirements during conferences and visits.
- Analyzed contractor performance to optimize resource allocation and reduce costs.
Assistant Fire Chief
Dungan Volunteer Fire Department
Alamogordo, NM
09.2016 - 02.2019
- Spearheaded fire protection and prevention programs, equipping teams with necessary training and resources for timely, quality efforts.
- Managed staffing recruitment, interviewing, and selection processes to align with station needs.
- Oversaw station operations to ensure prompt and quality responses in fire, medical, and public safety administration.
- Secured funding for community emergency housing rehabilitation and transportation services.
Production Superintendent
United States Air Force
Holloman Air Force Base, NM
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Led 182 airmen across eight specialties in all aspects of sortie generation for 28 F-16 aircraft valued at $770 million.
- Executed daily, weekly, monthly, and annual flying and maintenance schedules while coordinating repairs with external agencies.
- Directed maintenance operations and conducted safety of flight release inspections to ensure aircraft reliability.
- Analyzed aircraft maintenance metrics to identify trends and implement corrective actions for improved performance.
Flightline Expediter
United States Air Force
Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Managed multiple resources for maintenance of 22 F-16 aircraft valued over $550 million.
- Prioritized repairs, munitions loading, and servicing operations to support daily and wartime sorties.
- Tracked aircraft status and enforced cannibalization procedures while adhering to technical data.
- Ordered parts with appropriate priorities and ensured proper aircraft oil analysis sampling was completed.
Flightline Expediter
United States Air Force
Beale Air Force Base, CA
03.2014 - 09.2015
- Directed maintenance and sortie production for 17 U-2 aircraft valued over $765 million.
- Led and coordinated 187 personnel across five specialties to execute daily flying operations.
- Managed $4.5 million in mission support equipment for optimal operational readiness.
- Inspected aircraft for airworthiness, resolving issues and interpreting technical manuals.
Senior Coordinator
United States Air Force
Beale Air Force Base, CA
03.2012 - 03.2014
- Establishes maintenance priorities; coordinates limited resources for 122 U-2, RQ-4, MC-12, and T-38 aircraft valued at $3B.
- Supervises and tracks current status, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and configurations for assigned and supported aircraft.
- Oversees implementation of local flying schedules; coordinates and reports flying schedule deviations for seven Aircraft Maintenance Units.
- Manages daily operations of 18 personnel; prioritizes outside agencies and logistical support for 1.2K maintenance members.
- Managed daily operations of 18 personnel to ensure efficient workflows.
- Prioritized outside agencies and logistical support for 1,200 maintenance members.
- Maintained current status of aircraft configurations to enhance operational readiness.
Assistant Section Chief
United States Air Force
Beale Air Force Base, CA
03.2011 - 03.2012
- Leads 75 Dedicated and Assistant Crew Chiefs in maintaining 15 RQ-4 reconnaissance aircraft worth over $676M.
- Manages airframe and power plant maintenance in concert with Launch and Recovery Element and Mission Control Element operations.
- Enforces strict adherence to instructions and local procedures.
- Promotes technical order improvement programs.
- Ensures timely and accurate maintenance inspection actions are performed and properly documented.
Production Expediter
United States Air Force
Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea
03.2010 - 03.2011
- Supervised flightline operations for 180 personnel across six aircraft specialties, maintaining 22 F-16 aircraft valued at $660 million.
- Tracked personnel assignments and collaborated with production superintendent to assess aircraft status and fulfill wartime taskings.
- Coordinated scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks with associated units, delivering real-time updates to maintenance operations center.
- Served as primary point of contact for aircraft maintenance unit, facilitating decisions on sortie generation and maintenance activities.
Dedicated Crew Chief
United States Air Force
Langley Air Force Base, VA
03.2008 - 03.2010
- Executed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on assigned F-22 aircraft valued at $138 million.
- Conducted inspections on engines and subsystems to ensure operational readiness.
- Performed launch and recovery duties, assisting in towing, refueling, defueling, and corrosion control.
- Briefed production superintendent on aircraft status; requisitioned parts and updated automated records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ01.2019
Government Flight Representative -
Defense Acquisition University
Fort Belvoir, VA01.2018
Aircrew Egress System -
Community College of the Air Force
Holloman Air Force Base, NM01.2018
Chief, Contracting Officer's Representative Course -
AETC Maintenance Management School
Randolph AFB, TX01.2017
Contracting Officer's Representative Course -
AETC Maintenance Management School
Randolph Air Force Base, TX01.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Montgomery, AL01.2015
Leadership/Management -
Air Force Senior NCO Academy
Gunter AFB, MS01.2013
Leadership/Management -
Air Force NCO Academy
Lackland Air Force Base, TX01.2011
F-22 Hydraulic System Maintenance -
Community College of the Air Force
Montgomery, AL01.2008
F-22 Common Maintenance Task -
Community College of the Air Force
Sheppard Air Force Base, TX01.2008
Skills
- Training and development
- Quick learner
- Report generation and analysis
- Records maintenance
- Contract negotiation and drafting
- Operations management
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Financial processing
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Contract auditing
- Computer proficiency
- Results orientation
- Change management
- Process analysis
- Standard operating procedures
- Root cause analysis
- Lean methodologies
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Waste elimination
- Coaching and mentoring
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Continuous Improvement Technician
Interstates construction & control systems
10.2019 - Current
Contracting Officer's Representative
United States Air Force
07.2017 - 02.2019
Assistant Fire Chief
Dungan Volunteer Fire Department
09.2016 - 02.2019
Production Superintendent
United States Air Force
09.2016 - 07.2017
Flightline Expediter
United States Air Force
09.2015 - 09.2016
Flightline Expediter
United States Air Force
03.2014 - 09.2015
Senior Coordinator
United States Air Force
03.2012 - 03.2014
Assistant Section Chief
United States Air Force
03.2011 - 03.2012
Production Expediter
United States Air Force
03.2010 - 03.2011
Dedicated Crew Chief
United States Air Force
03.2008 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Government Flight Representative -
Defense Acquisition University
Aircrew Egress System -
Community College of the Air Force
Chief, Contracting Officer's Representative Course -
AETC Maintenance Management School
Contracting Officer's Representative Course -
AETC Maintenance Management School
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Leadership/Management -
Air Force Senior NCO Academy
Leadership/Management -
Air Force NCO Academy
F-22 Hydraulic System Maintenance -
Community College of the Air Force
F-22 Common Maintenance Task -
Community College of the Air Force