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Marques Grady

Summary

Results-driven Weapons and Tactics lead with proven success across multiple space functions and defensive tactics development. Achieved an 82% reduction in missile warning timelines through effective team leadership and resource allocation. Expert in missile warning operations and team leadership, delivering strategic solutions that significantly enhance operational outcomes. Committed to developing effective training programs and threat mitigation strategies to ensure mission success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Weapons and Tactics Flight Chief

United Stated Space Force
Aurora, CO
10.2022 - Current

Directed 14-member team in creation and testing of defensive tactics, techniques, and procedures for 156 U.S. and allied personnel, achieving 82% reduction in missile warning timelines for worldwide users.

  • Develops replicated real-world scenarios to train Missile Warning Operators on system operations, TTPs, reporting
    procedures and other various mission essential tasks utilized to operate the Space Based Infrared System. Coordinates, organizes and
    conducts training using the various training software. Creates realistic training material to ensure Missile
    Warning Operators have been familiarized with information that will be encountered during operations.
  • Led operational teams in mission planning and execution activities.
  • Coordinated logistics for space operations and resource allocation.
  • Managed personnel training programs to ensure mission readiness.

Combat Squadron Senior Enlisted Leader

United Sates Space Force
Aurora, Oregon
06.2025 - 10.2025

Directed 128 OPIR members during Iran-Israel conflict, documenting over 550 missile strikes in 12-day war to prevent US casualties

  • Oversaw anti-Houthi strikes, achieving 800 targets hit and 66% reduction in Iranian missile threat. Provided critical warnings to 22 ships and 20,000 personnel, safeguarding global trade valued at $1 trillion. Secured 12% of global trade through effective threat mitigation strategies.
  • Forged interagency integration by coordinating across 29 US and Allied agencies to achieve operational end states.

Theater Missile Warning Technician

United States Space Force
Honolulu, Hawaii
08.2019 - 10.2022
  • Managed space employment operations for general officers, aligning air, land, maritime, and cyber missions with national military objectives.
  • Integrated layered electromagnetic warfare, missile warning, and satellite communications into Pacific operations, enhancing joint force resiliency and lethality.
  • Operated advanced communication systems for mission-critical operations.
  • Collaborated with teams to execute satellite operations and logistics.

Radar Crew Chief

United States Air Force
Thule, Greenland
06.2018 - 08.2019
  • Trained junior personnel on safety protocols and operational procedures to enhance team compliance and operational readiness.
  • Communicated mission readiness status to command staff, ensuring alignment and timely decision-making.
  • Followed and supervised work practices to support safety and risk management guidelines.
  • Coordinated daily operations and task assignments for crew members, leading to improved workflow and mission success.

Protected Satellite Communications Instructor

United States Air Force
Colorado Springs, CO
09.2015 - 06.2018
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans for satellite communications courses, fostering student engagement and knowledge retention.
  • Collaborated with military leaders to ensure training objectives met mission requirements, improving alignment and effectiveness.
  • Evaluated student performance through standardized assessments and constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Air And Space Operations Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Alabama
06-2020

Skills

  • Missile warning operations
  • Tactics development
  • Space operations coordination
  • Threat mitigation
  • Resource allocation
  • Team leadership
  • Strategic problem solving

Certification

  • United States Air Force Weapons School - 2023
  • Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education 1 - 2021
  • Non-Commissioned Officer Academy - 2021
  • Joint All Domain Command & Control - 2021
  • Air Operations Center Initial Qualification Training, Combat Operations Division Course - 2019
  • Upgraded Early Warning Radar Initial Qualification Training - 2018
  • Airman Leadership School - 2017
  • Advanced Orbital Mechanics - 2016
  • MILSTAR Advanced Satellite Mission Control Subsystem - 2014

Accomplishments

  • Mission Award, United States Air Force Weapons School - 2023
  • Pacific Air Forces Space Operator of the Year - 2022

Timeline

Combat Squadron Senior Enlisted Leader

United Sates Space Force
06.2025 - 10.2025

Weapons and Tactics Flight Chief

United Stated Space Force
10.2022 - Current

Theater Missile Warning Technician

United States Space Force
08.2019 - 10.2022

Radar Crew Chief

United States Air Force
06.2018 - 08.2019

Protected Satellite Communications Instructor

United States Air Force
09.2015 - 06.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Air And Space Operations Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Marques Grady