Matthew Gersman
Summary
Dynamic Aircraft Maintenance Superintendent with 21 years of proven leadership ensuring aircraft safety, readiness, and peak performance. Expert in maintenance planning, team development, and policy implementation—led 250+ personnel, boosted mission-capable rates by 30%, and cut downtime by 20%. Mentored 100+ technicians while driving high standards, efficient troubleshooting, and adaptable solutions in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Recognized for fostering collaboration, enhancing organizational effectiveness, and consistently delivering mission success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Superintendent
United States Air Force, USAF
10.2024 - Current
- Investigated aircraft maintenance incidents, implementing fixes and boosted efficiency. Cut repeat issues by 35%.
- Delivered fleet health reports that drove data-driven decisions. raised resource efficiency by 30% and reducing downtime by 20%.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures related to aircraft maintenance, increasing overall organizational effectiveness.
- Led skilled technicians, delivering hands-on mentorship and training. Boosted work quality and consistency, driving a 40% increase in flight hours.
Senior Enlisted Leader
United States Air Force, USAF
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Maximized resources with precision, streamlining personnel efficiency. enhanced overall performance, and achieved a 20% reduction in man hours.
- Redesigned organizational structure in real-time to meet evolving demands. Ensured agility, efficiency, and sustained mission success under shifting conditions.
- Oversaw security protocols, maintaining safety standards and ensuring compliance with regulations across all levels of personnel.
- Represented unit in high-level joint meetings, shaping decisions on policies impacting 5,000+ personnel.
- Conducted performance evaluations for team members, providing constructive feedback for improvement and recognizing achievements.
Policy Manager
United States Air Force, USAF
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Led monthly stakeholder meetings to gather insights on emerging challenges, fostering open communication and collaborative problem-solving, resulting in a 25% improvement in issue resolution efficiency.
- Provided expert guidance to senior leadership on matters related to policy formulation and execution.
- Identified and corrected procedural discrepancies, leading a team to streamline and customize operational checklists—reducing costs by $120K and expediting delivery to 10K personnel.
- Delivered subject matter expertise for internal and external customers on compliance best practices and quality control.
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Trained and mentored junior technicians in advanced troubleshooting techniques, enhancing team expertise and accelerating skill development for mission-critical operations.
- Implemented innovative strategies to minimize turnaround time during critical maintenance periods, reducing downtime by 30% while maintaining 100% compliance with quality and safety standards.
- Leveraged advanced diagnostic tools to quickly identify complex technical issues, resulting in faster repair times.
- Managed aircraft acceptance and oversaw the execution of 8 Time Compliance Technical Orders, leading to the successful restoration of a battle-damaged aircraft.
Section Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Implemented targeted training programs to enhance staff knowledge and skills, increasing productivity by 25% and improving task proficiency rates by 30%.
- Led a team of 250 personnel, driving the execution of 28,000 maintenance and mission ready capability events.
- Mentored 4 department leaders, optimizing staffing strategies and streamlining analysis processes, contributing to a 20% improvement in team efficiency. Recognized as Team's Member of the Quarter.
- Supported 3 tactical airlift units. Enabled 11K missions and 17K flight hours for busiest C-130 squadron.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Homeland Security
American Military University
Charles Town, WV01-2023
Associate of Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL03-2013
Skills
- Maintenance planning
- Personnel supervision
- Aviation regulations compliance
- Aircraft systems expertise
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Leadership skills
Certification
- Field Instructional System Development - May 2013
- Objectives and Tests (field training) - Jan 2014
- Maintenance Supervision (Training) - Jan 2020
- Top Secret Government Security Clearance - Mar 2025
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Superintendent
United States Air Force, USAF
10.2024 - Current
Senior Enlisted Leader
United States Air Force, USAF
10.2023 - 11.2024
Policy Manager
United States Air Force, USAF
10.2022 - 10.2024
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2020 - 10.2022
Section Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Homeland Security
American Military University
Associate of Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Similar Profiles
MICHAEL BELLEMICHAEL BELLE
Sports Director/Fitness Supervisor at United States Air Force, USAF, Langley Air ForceSports Director/Fitness Supervisor at United States Air Force, USAF, Langley Air Force
Philip D. SpencerPhilip D. Spencer
Aircraft Generation Flight Chief at United States Air Force, USAF, MacDill Air Force BaseAircraft Generation Flight Chief at United States Air Force, USAF, MacDill Air Force Base
Chelsea DesmaraisChelsea Desmarais
Group Training Manager at United States Air Force, USAFGroup Training Manager at United States Air Force, USAF
William CriswellWilliam Criswell
Structural Quality Assurance Officer at United States Air Force, USAFStructural Quality Assurance Officer at United States Air Force, USAF
Alfonso GarciaAlfonso Garcia
Aircraft Maintenance Superintendent at United States Air ForceAircraft Maintenance Superintendent at United States Air Force