MASTER SERGANT TREVOR S. HARDESTY
TINKER AFB
Summary
Aircraft Maintenance Section Chief with 17+ years of experience leading flightline operations, managing maintenance teams, and ensuring mission‑ready aircraft in high‑tempo environments. Proven leader skilled in personnel development, resource management, and technical oversight. Experienced Air Reserve Technician and civilian Chief of Staff supporting enterprise‑level sustainment and modernization programs. Multiple deployments supporting combat operations across the Pacific and Southwest Asia. Recognized Wing‑level NCO of the Year.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
APG Section Chief
507th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
Tinker AFB
2019 - Current
- Leads 33 personnel in flightline operations, ensuring safe and effective aircraft generation.
- Manages training, discipline, scheduling, and resource distribution to maintain mission readiness.
- Provides technical guidance and mentorship to strengthen squadron capability and compliance.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules to optimize aircraft availability and minimize downtime.
- Supervised aircraft maintenance operations for military readiness and safety compliance.
Aerospace Maintenance Technician / Crew Chief
507th Maintenance Squadron
Tinker AFB
2008 - 2019
- Performed and supervised maintenance on KC-135 aircraft, ensuring airworthiness and reliability.
- Served as an Air Reserve Technician, providing full-time continuity and technical expertise.
- Supported multiple deployments in the Pacific and Southwest Asia for ENDURING FREEDOM and NEW DAWN.
Chief of Staff (Civilian)
AFLCMC/WND - Legacy Training Aircraft Division
08.2024 - Current
- Lead cross-functional teams to enhance communication across training aircraft programs.
- Coordinate strategic planning sessions to align division goals with organizational objectives.
- Facilitated effective communication between different teams in order to foster collaboration across departments.
Education
Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy
Non-residence01-2022
Non-Commissioned Officer Academy
non-residence01-2020
Master of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK01-2016
Airman Leadership School
Correspondence01-2014
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01-2012
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK01-2011
Associate of Arts - General Science
Rose State College
Oklahoma City, OK01-2010
Skills
- Aircraft Maintenance Leadership
- Flightline Operations
- Training & Personnel Management
- Resource Allocation & Scheduling
- Program & Process Management
- Readiness & Mission Support
Accomplishments
507 ARW NCO of the Year (2020)
Timeline
Chief of Staff (Civilian)
AFLCMC/WND - Legacy Training Aircraft Division
08.2024 - Current
APG Section Chief
507th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
2019 - Current
Aerospace Maintenance Technician / Crew Chief
507th Maintenance Squadron
2008 - 2019
Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy
Non-Commissioned Officer Academy
Master of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Airman Leadership School
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Associate of Arts - General Science
Rose State College