Nicholas Mazza
Henderson,NV
Summary
Dynamic leader and seasoned trainer from the United States Air Force, specializing in explosive ordnance disposal. Expert in program management and employee mentoring, I led a team to surpass 16,000 annual training requirements, enhancing readiness and interagency cooperation. Skilled in creating engaging training materials and fostering team engagement, I significantly contribute to mission success and global deployment readiness.
Identification, render safe, recovery and disposal of conventional, chemical, biological and nuclear ordnance
- Supports USSS and State Department; protects foreign and US dignitaries from the danger of explosive hazards
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge
United States Air Force
Nellis AFB, NV
05.2024 - Current
- Leads the Sustainment Training section, supervising four personnel in charge of readiness and annual training for the Air Force's largest Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight. Oversees 16,000 annual requirements for 54 members and coordinates joint training with local and federal law enforcement. As the flight lead for the squadron's readiness program, organizes training for 2,500 individuals to support global warfighter deployments.
Contingency Skills Instructor and Evaluator
United States Air Force Reserve
Ft Dix, NJ
03.2019 - 05.2024
- Selected for a prestigious, selectively-manned Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) accredited instructor position. Delivered 220 overseas tactical skills courses to 24,000 personnel. Also served as an instructor evaluator, ensuring adherence to CCAF standards, and maintaining high-quality instructional practices.
Training Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge
United States Air Force Reserve
Vandenberg AFB, CA
04.2017 - 02.2019
- Facilitated operations for 22 space launch platforms and ICBM evaluation programs at 30th Space Wing. Managed training programs for 18 personnel, addressing 900 annual requirements. Developed comprehensive emergency response schedules for round-the-clock readiness.
Administration and Operations Journeyman
United States Air Force
Ramstein AB, Germany
03.2015 - 03.2017
- Managed 3 technical data accounts, maintained 2,000 operation and equipment technical orders, 5 local operating instructions and 50 duty delegation letters. Performed dual roles as a flight training journeyman, managing records and developing scenarios for 24 personnel along with providing deployment training for 200 members.
Administration and Operations Journeyman
United States Air Force
Kunsan AB, ROK
02.2014 - 02.2015
- Managed 2,700 technical orders and sensitive, controlled items. Created monthly 24/7 emergency response schedules for 17 personnel, along with being the organization's weapon and ground safety monitor.
Equipment and Logestics Journeyman
United States Air Force
Holloman AFB, NM
12.2011 - 02.2014
- Unit's vehicle control monitor. Logged and maintained two equipment packages worth $3.2 million. Supported the 46th Test Group for high-speed test track experimental weapon operations. Team member for explosive ordnance clearance for three ranges.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Homeland Security
American Military University
06-2024
USAF Air Advisor Academic Course
01-2021
EOD Master Badge
11-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Explosive Ordnance Disposal
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL06-2020
Advanced Improvised Explosive Device Disposal
11-2019
Air Force Academic Instructor Course
06-2019
ATFE Domestic Homemade Explosive Course
10-2018
USMC EOD Supervisor's Course
07-2018
USAF Airman Leadership School
09-2017
Advanced Diagnostics Level 1 & 2
07-2015
Joint Nuclear Device EOD Course
07-2015
EOD Basic Course
11-2011
Skills
- Program management
- Learning management systems
- Training evaluation
- Training material creation
- Training needs analysis
- Multimedia presentations
- Technical training
- Employee mentoring
- Employee engagement
- Training delivery
- Mentoring
- Explosive ordnance disposal techniques
- Explosives demolition
- Explosives handling proficiency
- Explosive ordnance recognition
- Explosive safety
- Explosive detection proficiency
- Ordnance disposal
- Explosives safety measures
- Training & Development
- Project planning
- Dependable and responsible
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Training Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge
United States Air Force
05.2024 - Current
Contingency Skills Instructor and Evaluator
United States Air Force Reserve
03.2019 - 05.2024
Training Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge
United States Air Force Reserve
04.2017 - 02.2019
Administration and Operations Journeyman
United States Air Force
03.2015 - 03.2017
Administration and Operations Journeyman
United States Air Force
02.2014 - 02.2015
Equipment and Logestics Journeyman
United States Air Force
12.2011 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Homeland Security
American Military University
USAF Air Advisor Academic Course
EOD Master Badge
Associate of Applied Science - Explosive Ordnance Disposal
Community College of The Air Force
Advanced Improvised Explosive Device Disposal
Air Force Academic Instructor Course
ATFE Domestic Homemade Explosive Course
USMC EOD Supervisor's Course
USAF Airman Leadership School
Advanced Diagnostics Level 1 & 2
Joint Nuclear Device EOD Course
EOD Basic Course
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