MICHAEL A. PAUL
Ninnekah,OK
Summary
- Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
- Award-winning Aircraft Maintainer/Learning Engineer focused on sustainable design. Highly effective at working with teams of designers and builders to accomplish projects on-time and according to cost constraints.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Career Field Learning Engineer
United States Air Force
Sheppard AFB, TX
12.2022 - Current
- Serves as primary subject matter expert for Air Force specialty training and progression plans.
- Directs successful development of career field course ware and consults with subject matter experts in other fields as needed.
- Conducted research to test and analyze feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components, and systems.
- Reviews all course document drafts from contracted development teams while attending their progress and review meetings.
- Sustains and maintains published courses
throughout their life cycle with the career field managers.
Readiness Cell Flight Chief
United States Air Force
Tinker AFB, OK
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Prepared 1,400 personnel and 28 E-3 AWACS aircraft to execute the Agile Combat Employment (ACE) mission.
- Conducted analysis on the ability of the maintenance group to support the Operational Plans set fourth by the Secretary of Defense to defend the Country.
- Translated leadership direction into specific tasks and goals for teams to understand and execute repeatedly.
- Evaluated and streamlined the deployment process reducing needed personnel by 65% and equipment by 40% for a cost savings of $3 Million dollars.
Aircraft Maintenance Unit Section Chief
United States Air Force
Tinker AFB, OK
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed manning requirements, performance reports, and recognition programs for 270 Airman across 7 career fields.
- Reviewed, evaluated, and executed taskers for the quality assurance program and personnel qualifications for training and mobilizations.
- Levied maintenance cross utilization training for 6 career fields to lower mission critical failure points and greatly increase maintenance capabilities.
- Enforced compliance of Air Force Instructions and technical orders to achieve a high rate of in monthly reporting.
- Organized training day agendas to support Air Force and local leadership concerns.
Flightline Expeditor
United States Air Force
Tinker AFB, OK
02.2018 - 09.2020
- Lead and directed 270 technicians across 7 career fields in executing maintenance of 14 E-3 AWACS aircraft.
- Maintained strict adherence to all regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with U.S.A.F. regulations, safety guidelines, and operational risk management analysis.
- Ensured timely aircraft servicing by prioritizing tasks and communicating with maintenance crews.
- Provided real-time updates to all relevant stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and effective decision-making during high-pressure situations.
- Upheld the highest level of professionalism, consistently demonstrating adaptability and resilience in the face of complex challenges on the flight line.
- Streamlined flight line operations for increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
NCOIC of Instruments and Flight Control Systems
United States Air Force
Tinker AFB, OK
11.2015 - 02.2018
- In charge of 35 personnel and responsible for all training, appointments, disciplinary actions, performance reports.
- Managed all avionics maintenance on 14 E-3 AWACS aircraft to include training, troubleshooting, inspecting, and repairing faults within the avionics and associated systems.
- Scrutinized completed maintenance and forms documentation for quality and compliance with Air Force Instructions.
- Developed expertise and training through troubleshooting, inspecting, and repairing various aircraft avionics systems.
Unit Deployment Manager
United States Air Force
Tinker AFB, OK
01.2012 - 11.2015
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
- Evaluated post-deployment feedback from unit members, utilizing insights gained to improve subsequent missions continually.
- Mentored junior staff in unit deployment management procedures, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
- Optimized resource allocation by tracking available assets and ensuring proper distribution for each deployment.
Instruments and Flight Controls mid shift lead
United States Air Force
Tinker AFB, OK
06.2009 - 01.2012
- Oversaw all instruments and flight controls maintenance performed on 8 E-3 AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control Systems) aircraft valued at $500M per aircraft
- Ensured the training of 10 apprentice skill leveled airmen to the upgraded skill level of journeyman
- 8 of the 10 were 100% trained more than 2 months ahead of the 12-month time limit.
- Conducted regular team meetings to discuss progress, address concerns, and set goals for continued improvement.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep running smoothly.
Instruments and Control Journeyman
United States Air Force
Tinker AFB, OK
05.2004 - 06.2009
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled, as well as preventative maintenance to ensure safety and reliability of assigned aircraft
- Performed troubleshooting, maintenance, modifications, repairs, and safety inspections on multiple instruments and control systems on heavy aircraft.
Education
No Degree - Technical Writing
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL09.2023
No Degree - ADDIE
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL03.2023
GMDSS Radiol Operator/Maintainer License W/ Ship
01.2019
General Radiotelephone Operator License W/ Ship
09.2018
Certification -
Welding Cert
01.2017
Certification -
ACQ 101 Systems Acquisition Management Cert
01.2014
Certification -
PQM 101 Production Quality and Manufacturing Fundamentals Cert
01.2014
Skills
- Effective writing
- Instructional writing
- Structured Authoring
- Component Replacement
- Fault diagnosis
- Pneumatic System Repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Parts inspection
- Instrument Calibration
- Fuel System Maintenance
- Aircraft inspections
- Editing
Clearance
Top Secret/SCI, 07/27/2022
Military Service
United States Air Force, 05/18/2004, projected retirement 1 Dec 2024
Program & Equipment Experience
- Microsoft Office products
- Avolve
- Percipio
- Articulate
- Rise 360
- Data Bus Analyzer
- Wire Maintenance Heat Gun
- Fuel Quantity Test Set
- Engine Indication Test Set
- TTU-205
- Jet Calibrator/Analyzer
- Tachometer Tester
- Variable Reluctance Test Set
- Fuel Flow Test Set
- IFF Test Set
- VOR/ILS Tester
- MC-1M/ 2000 Compass Calibrator
- Flight Data Recording Test Set
- TACAN Test Set
References
Personal and business references upon request.
Timeline
Career Field Learning Engineer
United States Air Force
12.2022 - Current
Readiness Cell Flight Chief
United States Air Force
10.2021 - 11.2022
Aircraft Maintenance Unit Section Chief
United States Air Force
10.2020 - 09.2021
Flightline Expeditor
United States Air Force
02.2018 - 09.2020
NCOIC of Instruments and Flight Control Systems
United States Air Force
11.2015 - 02.2018
Unit Deployment Manager
United States Air Force
01.2012 - 11.2015
Instruments and Flight Controls mid shift lead
United States Air Force
06.2009 - 01.2012
Instruments and Control Journeyman
United States Air Force
05.2004 - 06.2009
No Degree - Technical Writing
Community College of The Air Force
No Degree - ADDIE
Community College of The Air Force
GMDSS Radiol Operator/Maintainer License W/ Ship
General Radiotelephone Operator License W/ Ship
Certification -
Welding Cert
Certification -
ACQ 101 Systems Acquisition Management Cert
Certification -
PQM 101 Production Quality and Manufacturing Fundamentals Cert