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Korvarsie Hicks

Buckeye,AZ

Summary

Highly accomplished and mission driven United States Air Force (E-7) with 23 years of progressive leadership experience in aircraft maintenance, operations management, project coordination, and team supervision. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage large-scale maintenance operations, and ensure safely and compliance in high-pressure environments. Holds multiple academic degrees and professional certifications. Seeking to leverage extensive military, management, and logistical leadership role in the civilian workforce.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Warehouse Associate - Package Handler

Fed Ex Ground
11.2023 - Current
  • Efficiently transported average of 500 packages per shift, reducing delivery time by 15%
  • Successfully handled packages up to 100 lbs, ensuring no damage and maintaining a 99% accuracy rate.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline loading processes, increasing overall warehouse productivity by 20%
  • Expertise in equipment handling, safety protocols, and team collaboration to ensure optimal performance.

Aircraft Maintenance Production Superintendent

United States Air Force
05.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw subordinate section maintenance efforts utilizing data tracking, assigning maintenance priorities, logistic and resource management to ensure timely maintenance productivity.
  • Managed critical aircraft maintenance projects under tight deadlines while ensuring adherence to Air Force regulations and safety protocols.
  • Streamlined communication between units to ensure smooth operations and timely delivery of products.
  • Established performance metrics to monitor progress towards goals, enabling data-driven decision-making within the unit.
  • Planned and organized production schedules and assessed maintenance timelines and resource requirements.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by conducting regular preventive maintenance and addressing potential issues promptly.
  • Led process improvement projects resulting in streamlined workflows, reduced cycle times, and improved equipment utilization rates.

Accessories Assistant Flight Chief

United States Air Force
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Assessed individual skills of team and delegated daily tasks based on strengths.
  • Enhanced flight safety by conducting thorough pre-flight inspections and addressing potential issues.
  • Developed and implemented safety protocols for aircraft maintenance personnel.
  • Monitored the performance of subordinate personnel, providing feedback and guidance as necessary.
  • Ensured compliance with airworthiness regulations and standards.
  • Managed professional growth and development of 125 enlisted personnel by scheduling training and managing CBT schedules.
  • Fostered culture of excellence, setting high performance standards and leading by example.

NCOIC, Accessories Flight Programs Management

United States Air Force
07.2021 - 02.2022
  • Developed detailed plans, tasks, milestone dates, and schedules to track and manage processes and costs for subordinate maintenance sections.
  • Coordinating and collaborating with section leads to monitor, maintain and report on status and progress of work.
  • Established program objectives and metrics.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Aircraft Egress Systems Section Chief

United States Air Force
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Managed and coordinated the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs, policies, and procedures in a Section Chief role.
  • Provided strategic direction f staff on priority projects, assigned tasks to 96 team members, monitored progress and ensured deadline are met.
  • Regularly reviewed operational performance metrics and provided feedback to ensure goals were achieved within established timelines.
  • Conducted performance review with direct reports to assess individual performance levels, identify areas of improvement and provide coaching as needed.

Aircraft Fuel Systems Section Chief

United States Air Force
07.2019 - 01.2021
  • Managed and coordinated F-35 and F-16 maintenance teams on scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, Time Compliance Technical Directives (TCTD), implementation, and evaluation of programs, policies, and procedures in a Section Chief leadership roles.
  • Provided strategic direction of staff on priority projects, assigned tasks to team members, monitored progress and ensured deadlines were met.
  • Regularly reviewed operational performance metics and provided feedback to ensure goals were achieved withing established timelines.
  • Conducted performance reviews with direct reports to assess individual performance levels, identify areas of improvement and provide coaching as needed.
  • Maintained collaborative relationships with other sections within the organization to ensure effective coordination of resources across units.
  • Directed research initiatives aimed at gathering data that could be used to improve process or inform decision making.
  • Ensured quality control measure were implemented consistently throughout operations.
  • Resolved conflicts amongst team members by facilitating open dialogue between parties involved.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.

Aircraft Fuel Systems Section Chief

United States Air Force
09.2018 - 07.2019
  • Managed and coordinated F-16 maintenance teams on scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, implementation, and evaluation of programs, policies, and procedures in a Section Chief leadership roles.
  • Provided strategic direction of staff on priority projects, assigned tasks to team members, monitored progress and ensured deadlines were met.
  • Regularly reviewed operational performance metics and provided feedback to ensure goals were achieved withing established timelines.
  • Conducted performance reviews with direct reports to assess individual performance levels, identify areas of improvement and provide coaching as needed.
  • Maintained collaborative relationships with other sections within the organization to ensure effective coordination of resources across units.
  • Directed research initiatives aimed at gathering data that could be used to improve process or inform decision making.
  • Ensured quality control measure were implemented consistently throughout operations.
  • Resolved conflicts amongst team members by facilitating open dialogue between parties involved.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.

Aircraft Fuel Systems Specialist

United States Air Force
08.2002 - 05.2016
  • Performed weekly inspections of aircraft fuel systems and components for F-16, C-130, C-5, C-17, and B-52 aircraft weapon systems.
  • Identified and reported fuel system degrades to appropriate maintenance supervision.
  • Conducted fuel system maintenance to include, component changes, leak evaluation and classification, fuel tank drain/purge, bladder cell replacement and filter changes.
  • Replaced faulty valves, pumps, and other components as need to maintain safe operation of the aircraft fuel system.
  • Cleaned aircraft fuel tanks using approved chemicals and methods to removed debris or buildup from interior surfaces.
  • Ensured safety precautions were observed while utilizing hazardous materials such as aviation fuel and cleaning solutions.
  • Collected and disposed of of hazardous waste substances in accordance with local, state, federal and OSHA guidelines.
  • Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minima supervision.
  • Utilized and maintained aircraft test equipment, reading dials, and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.

Education

Master of Arts - Executive Leadership

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
12-2017

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
07-2011

Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
04-2008

Skills

  • Active Secret Security Clearance
  • Active Project Management Certification (PMI)
  • Maintenance Operations & Project Oversight
  • Team Leadership & Personnel Development
  • Safety Compliance & Risk Mitigation
  • Autonomic Logistics Information System
  • Inventory Management & Process Improvement
  • Aircraft Fuel Systems & Structural Maintenance
  • Training & Technical Instructor
  • Cross-Functional Collaborator
  • Hazardous Material Handling
  • Strong Work Ethic, Integrity, and Attention to Detail
  • Proactive Problem Solver

Certification

  • Project Management Professional, Project Management Institute (PMI), July 2004
  • Professional Manager, United States Air Force / Community College of the Air Force - March 2017

Timeline

Warehouse Associate - Package Handler

Fed Ex Ground
11.2023 - Current

Aircraft Maintenance Production Superintendent

United States Air Force
05.2023 - Current

Accessories Assistant Flight Chief

United States Air Force
02.2022 - 02.2023

NCOIC, Accessories Flight Programs Management

United States Air Force
07.2021 - 02.2022

Aircraft Egress Systems Section Chief

United States Air Force
01.2021 - 07.2021

Aircraft Fuel Systems Section Chief

United States Air Force
07.2019 - 01.2021

Aircraft Fuel Systems Section Chief

United States Air Force
09.2018 - 07.2019

Aircraft Fuel Systems Specialist

United States Air Force
08.2002 - 05.2016

Master of Arts - Executive Leadership

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Columbia Southern University

Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology

Community College of The Air Force

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