Nicole Fincham
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
15+ years of industry experience, planning, training, and leadership 5+ years of space operations training, program analysis Extensive experience in training and developing training programs for senior leaders utilizing Air Force Instructional guidance.Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during a successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and a results-driven approach.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Operation
United States Air Force, Buckley Air
, CO
06.2019 - Current
- As DO to the 710 OSF, I ensure reserve forces are executing MQT, Instructor training training and provide continued coordination while the unit is growing
- I foster relationships with our TFI partners to ensure we are aiding in filling in the gaps while enhancing the mission all while the Commander is a part time position
- As a Space Operations Center Commander, I am qualified to be on the SIBRS system as well as build and improve the training and instructor program currently used
- I am the Resource Advisor to the Group Commander and work directly with the civilians on our payroll and the other units within the group.
- Worked collaboratively with functional leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- Analyzed technology, resource needs and market demand to plan and assess feasibility of company projects.
- Defined, implemented and revised operational policies and guidelines.
- Kept up-to-date with industry trends and identified areas of opportunity to drive improvements.
- Assessed performance management structures and implemented enhancements to improve frameworks and strengthen results.
- Led change and transformation across business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources.
- Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching and performance management.
- Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase productivity and profitability while tightly controlling costs.
- Provided documentation of processes to comply with regulations and company policies.
Operations/Mission Analyst
United States Air Force Reserves, Schriever Air Force Base
, CO
08.2016 - 06.2019
- As flight commander, I ensured reserve forces are trained and equipped to meet Space Mission Force requirements during contested, degraded and operationally limited times while delivering effects directed by USSTRATCOM
- Ensured Active Duty and Reserve Forces are trained and equipped in their current operational positions to provide quality instruction
- I maintain a certification as a Mission Analyst in the GPS Warfare Operation Center providing GPS combatant effects to COCOMS on a daily basis.
Assignment Coordinator
United States Air Force Reserves, Buckley Air Force Base
Denver, CO
03.2014 - 08.2016
- As the assignment facilitator for eight AFSC development teams I guided, organized and assisted senior leader teams of O6-O8’s to develop reserve members in their careers and educational progress
- Experiencing above wing level actions and successfully guided thousands of reserve members through vectors on actions to take to excel within the reserves.
Flight Commander
United States Air Force Reserves, Buckley Air Force Base, Space Warning Squadron
Denver, CO
05.2010 - 03.2014
- Space Training
- Clearance: Top Secret/SCI, Selected as the squadron Resource Advisor and Flight Commander
- Conducted training sessions on Individual Qualification Folders (IQF) to track status and training efforts for +100 member squadron
- Training and expertise helped lead a team to review and correct IQF discrepancies resulting in better tracking of individual performance and training results and was recognized with an excellent rating from the Air Force Evaluation Team
- Guided and trained multiple individuals on presenting their mission certification briefings, a final stage to certification in the SBIRs field
- Completed training for Space Based Infrared System and received Mission Certification to control the advanced weapon system.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Education
Space Studies
Space 200/300
Peterson Air Force Base COAir War College
Air University
Montgomery, AL2022
Master’s Degree - Athletic Administration
Idaho State University
2014
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Creighton University
Omaha, NE2001
Skills
- Focus and Follow-Through
- Finance and Accounting Oversight
- Administrative Management
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Operations Oversight
- Process Improvement
- Operational Excellence
Certification
TS SCI clearance
Timeline
Director of Operation
United States Air Force, Buckley Air
06.2019 - Current
Operations/Mission Analyst
United States Air Force Reserves, Schriever Air Force Base
08.2016 - 06.2019
Assignment Coordinator
United States Air Force Reserves, Buckley Air Force Base
03.2014 - 08.2016
Flight Commander
United States Air Force Reserves, Buckley Air Force Base, Space Warning Squadron
05.2010 - 03.2014
Space Studies
Space 200/300
Air War College
Air University
Master’s Degree - Athletic Administration
Idaho State University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Creighton University
TS SCI clearance
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