Nicholas D. Sealy
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Summary
Experienced military Aviation leader with over 20 years in flight operations, specializing as a Loadmaster Instructor/Evaluator, with 700+ hours of instruction and 200+ evaluation hours. Extensive background in evaluating, diagnosing, and critiquing personnel performance while conducting Crew Resource Management (CRM) training. Expertise in developing and reviewing curriculum, enhancing training policies, and promoting learning with new technologies. Proven proficiency in utilizing scheduling systems such as Patriot Excalibur (PEX) and Graduate Training Integration Management System (GTIMS) to effectively manage operations, training, and personnel schedules, and Standardization and Evaluations (Stan/Eval) documentation. Skilled in mentoring and conducting ground training, ensuring safety and compliance. A proven track record of leadership, technical proficiency, and regulatory adherence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HC/MC-130J Command Flight Examiner
19th AF Air Education and Training Command JBSA Randolph
05.2022 - 11.2024
- Career Evaluator with 200+ evaluation hours with extensive knowledge in Stan/Eval processes and Air Force training processes and terminology across multiple air frames.
- Provided expert guidance in enhancing curriculum for new courses, actively participating in the review of existing lessons and implementing updates to training policies and procedures.
- Led ground training initiatives for crew members, offering targeted diagnosis and remediation for student challenges while maintaining accurate records and monitoring progress to ensure quality assurance.
Operation Superintendent/Loadmaster Evaluator
415 Special Operations Squadron, Air Education and Training Command Kirtland AFB
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Led a team of 28 personnel and 3 contractors in the daily operations of an advanced training center, reviewing documents for accuracy and completeness, for comprehensive training programs and schedules.
- Managed 3,576 hours of training and a budget of $15.7 million for 433 graduate-level students across 8 aircraft to include the HC/MC-130J and 11 simulators valued at $1 billion, optimizing resource allocation and efficiency.
- Scheduled 25 weekly flight missions for Loadmasters using Graduate Training Integration Management System (GTIMS), ensuring mission readiness and compliance.
First Sergeant/HC/MC-130J Evaluator Loadmaster
415 Special Operations Squadron, Air Education and Training Command Kirtland AFB
12.2018 - 11.2020
- Advised squadron commander on member issues while managing family care plans, discipline, dorm quality of life and drug reduction programs to ensure a mission-ready-force.
- Supervised training for 433 students at the J Model Center of Excellence, achieving a 95% pass rate while ensuring adherence to training standards for 13 squadrons and 3 commands.
- Conducted ground training for crew members, diagnosing and addressing student issues while maintaining meticulous records and monitoring progress to ensure quality assurance and safety compliance.
Tactics Flight Chief/MC-130J Evaluator Loadmaster
17 Special Operations Squadron, Air Force Special Operations Command, Kadena AB
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Led a team responsible for enforcing standards for 58 combat Aviators, focusing on operational compliance and safety protocols to maintain a mission-ready force.
- Delivered Loadmaster instruction in aircraft operations and systems, contributing to improved student performance through effective evaluation and remedial training methods.
- Identified discrepancies in processes to maintain high levels of quality.
- Assisted in the development and review of training curricula, implementing updates to enhance instructional quality and align with current operational standards.
Group Stan/Eval MC-130J Evaluator
353 Special Operations Group, Air Force Special Operations Command, Kadena AB
10.2016 - 07.2018
- Conducted extensive evaluations of aviation readiness for assets valued at $1.1 billion, standardizing operations to support 850 personnel effectively.
- Achieved recognition as the primary evaluator for MC-130J operations, conducting 11 evaluations over 270 flight hours and 84 missions.
- Managed administrative functions, including detailed documentation oversight across four squadrons, ensuring the accuracy and timely distribution of 229 publications.
Education
Associate in Applied Science - Instructor of Technology and Military Science
Community College of the Air Force
01.2021
Associate in Applied Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of the Air Force
01.2018
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Patriot Excalibur experience
- Graduate/Training Integration Management System
- Quality assurance
- Regulatory compliance
- Analytical skills
- Critical thinking
- Verification process
- Report generation
- Document analysis
- Observation skills
Certification
- Hazardous Materials certification
- Joint Airdrop Inspector certification
- Crew Resource Management Instructor
- CCAF Instructor Certification - Level1
Air Force Career Additional Information
- Career flying hours: 5,719
- Instructor hours: 743
- Evaluation hours: 207
- Combat hours: 1,338
- C-5 A/B flying hours: 1,925
- C-130E/H flying hours: 1,314
- C-130J-30 flying hours: 545
- MC-130J flying hours: 1,832
- HC-130J flying hours: 103
Timeline
HC/MC-130J Command Flight Examiner
19th AF Air Education and Training Command JBSA Randolph
05.2022 - 11.2024
Operation Superintendent/Loadmaster Evaluator
415 Special Operations Squadron, Air Education and Training Command Kirtland AFB
11.2020 - 05.2022
First Sergeant/HC/MC-130J Evaluator Loadmaster
415 Special Operations Squadron, Air Education and Training Command Kirtland AFB
12.2018 - 11.2020
Tactics Flight Chief/MC-130J Evaluator Loadmaster
17 Special Operations Squadron, Air Force Special Operations Command, Kadena AB
07.2018 - 12.2018
Group Stan/Eval MC-130J Evaluator
353 Special Operations Group, Air Force Special Operations Command, Kadena AB
10.2016 - 07.2018
Associate in Applied Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of the Air Force
- Hazardous Materials certification
- Joint Airdrop Inspector certification
- Crew Resource Management Instructor
- CCAF Instructor Certification - Level1
Associate in Applied Science - Instructor of Technology and Military Science
Community College of the Air Force
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