Kristin Lobeda
PARKER,CO
Summary
Accomplished leader with over 20 years of experience and professionalism in the US Air Force Special Operations Command HQ. Adept in project management and team leadership, consistently enhancing operational efficiency and fostering innovation. Managed $22M in contracts and successfully led a $23M funding initiative, while excelling in building strong stakeholder relationships. Expertise has resulted in substantial improvements in process efficiency and team cohesion, highlighting exceptional decision-making and quality assurance skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent of AFSOC Innovation Group
USAF Special Ops Command HQ
10.2018 - 04.2021
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Reviewed and oversaw $23M in funding innovation projects and campaigns across 8 Wings and 21K personnel
- Reviewed and managed 6 foundational contracts worth $22M to keep work in line with project goals.
- Communicated effectively and led engagements with joint government and civilian agencies throughout project phases for transparency regarding updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
Strategic Basing Superintendent
AF Special Ops Command HQ
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Led planning and execution of AFSOC strategic basing and posture program plans
- Managed $9B, 260 special operations aircraft inventory to support Combatant Command theatre requirements
- Directed and analyzed Task Force to evaluate base infrastructure and capabilities to support Special Operations missions
- Led AC-130J recap program for 21 aircraft and 400 personnel
Operations Superintendent
4th Special Operations Squadron
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Oversaw and led 263 members in executing 7,417 flying hour program for 16 AC-130U gunships
- Managed resources and activities to train and mobilize personnel, aircraft and materials for squadron operations
- Developed and supported 170 enlisted members in Air Force's largest combat flying unit
Operations Flight Chief
4th Special Operations Squadron
02.2015 - 03.2017
- Managed flight operations, training and deployment requirements for 56 members
- Asse
- Enhanced flight safety by conducting thorough pre-flight inspections, operations and troubleshooting of infrared detection, multi-spectral television and lasing sensor systems and addressing potential issues
- Acquired, identified and destroyed hostile enemy forces and effectively communicated battle damage assessment to inflight crew and external agencies
- Planned and executed countless squadron, wing and base events to raise funds, foster professional development, and recognize top performers
Operations NCOIC
4th Special Operations Squadron
02.2014 - 02.2015
- Managed 1.5K sorties and 1K simulation events effectively, optimizing personnel, resources and aircraft allocation for maximum impact on organizational goals
- Enhanced operational efficiency with thorough analysis of daily, weekly, and monthly tasking data and continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Championed best practices adoption across functional groups that significantly contributed towards achieving higher standards of excellence in operations management.
- Guided personnel through professional development opportunities by mentoring them during their career progression journey.
- Served as liaison between joint special operations departments and multi-national organizations, fostering effective communication and collaboration toward shared goals and execution plans.
Training Assessment Evaluator
37 Training Group
12.2011 - 12.2012
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism when dealing with sensitive information or challenging situations during the course of an evaluation.
- Optimized reporting processes to ensure timely and clear communication of evaluation findings to stakeholders.
- Established system for tracking and responding to evaluation recommendations, ensuring that actionable insights were effectively implemented.
- Established strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication throughout the evaluation process.
- Conducted detailed assessments of program implementations to identify areas for improvement, leading to significant enhancements in process efficiency.
Sensor Operator Advisor Iraq
370 Air Expeditionary Advisory Squadron
05.2011 - 12.2011
- Supported strategic planning efforts by providing valuable input based on extensive knowledge of sensor capabilities and limitations.
- Ensured safety compliance by following strict operational protocols and guidelines during all missions.
- Advised members of Iraqi Army Aviation to help build Iraqi air power and give them the tools to sustain capabilities for continued operations.
- Facilitated training of Iraqi aviators through mission planning and execution to strengthen Iraqi Air Defense and international military relations.
Instructor Supervisor, Basic Air Operations Course
344th Training Squadron
08.2009 - 05.2011
- Oversaw and managed 30 day technical qualification training course
- Supervised new instructors, ensuring proper orientation to departmental policies and procedures.
- Designed, reviewed, and updated 5 blocks of course instruction.
- Managed graduation requirements standards and military reclassification or discharge of students unable to complete requirements.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials and academic standards through basic technical course completion and graduation.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
Senior Instructor, E-3A Air Surveillance Tech
NATO Operations Wing
01.2007 - 08.2009
Instructor Sensor Operator
Flying Squadron 1, NATO
09.2005 - 01.2007
Instructor E-3 Air Surveillance Operator
960th Air Operations Squadron
09.2000 - 09.2005
Education
MBA - Project Management
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL01-2025
Bachelor of Science - Professional Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL02-2016
Associate of Science - Instructor in Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01-2011
Associate of Science - Space Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01-2005
Skills
- Relationship building and management
- Project Coordination
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Leadership Development
- Organizational effectiveness
- Program implementation
- Leadership and vision
- Attention to Detail
- Employee Management
Certification
- TS/SCI clearance
- US Air Force Senior NCO Academy, Community College of the Air Force
- US Coast Guard CPO Academy, Community College of the Air Force
- Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education II, Community College of the Air Force
Timeline
Superintendent of AFSOC Innovation Group
USAF Special Ops Command HQ
10.2018 - 04.2021
Strategic Basing Superintendent
AF Special Ops Command HQ
01.2018 - 10.2018
Operations Superintendent
4th Special Operations Squadron
03.2017 - 01.2018
Operations Flight Chief
4th Special Operations Squadron
02.2015 - 03.2017
Operations NCOIC
4th Special Operations Squadron
02.2014 - 02.2015
Training Assessment Evaluator
37 Training Group
12.2011 - 12.2012
Sensor Operator Advisor Iraq
370 Air Expeditionary Advisory Squadron
05.2011 - 12.2011
Instructor Supervisor, Basic Air Operations Course
344th Training Squadron
08.2009 - 05.2011
Senior Instructor, E-3A Air Surveillance Tech
NATO Operations Wing
01.2007 - 08.2009
Instructor Sensor Operator
Flying Squadron 1, NATO
09.2005 - 01.2007
Instructor E-3 Air Surveillance Operator
960th Air Operations Squadron
09.2000 - 09.2005
- TS/SCI clearance
- US Air Force Senior NCO Academy, Community College of the Air Force
- US Coast Guard CPO Academy, Community College of the Air Force
- Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education II, Community College of the Air Force
MBA - Project Management
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Professional Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Associate of Science - Instructor in Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Science - Space Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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