MSG Wilson Edney
Mobile,AL
Summary
Dedicated and experienced military professional with over 35 years of combined Active Duty, National Guard, and Army Reserve service. Extensive leadership background in armor operations, communications, instruction, observer coaching/training, and senior enlisted leadership. Proven ability to train, mentor, and develop Soldiers at all levels while supporting mission readiness and operational excellence.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Communications Chief
U.S. Army Reserve
01.2024 - Current
- Oversees communications operations and personnel readiness.
- Provides senior-level leadership, planning, and technical guidance.
- Manage communication systems, training, and operational support.
- Observer Coach/Trainer (OCT)
Instructor
U.S. Army Reserve
01.2016 - 01.2024
- Evaluated and mentored units during training exercises and mission readiness events.
- Provided after-action reviews and operational feedback to improve unit performance.
- Assisted in development of tactical and leadership proficiency across multiple units.
Communications Specialist (31F)
U.S. Army Reserve
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Selected by senior 31F Reserve instructors to serve as an instructor.
- Conducted communications and military occupational specialty training.
- Mentored Soldiers in technical skills, leadership development, and mission execution.
- Facilitated classroom and field instruction in accordance with Army standards.
Communications Specialist (31F)
Army National Guard
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Reclassified from Armor Crewman to Communications Specialist (31F).
- Maintained and operated tactical communication systems.
- Supported unit communication readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Army National Guard Service
Armor Crewman (19K)
Army National Guard
01.1993 - 01.2009
- Served in progressive leadership positions while supporting state and federal missions.
- Developed junior Soldiers and maintained operational readiness.
- Transitioned into communications field and instructor track.
- Active Duty Service
Armor Crewman (19K)
United States Army
01.1989 - 01.1993
- Entered Active Duty in October 1989 as a 19K Armor Crewman.
- Stationed in Bamberg, Germany beginning in 1990.
- Deployed in support of Dessert Storm and Dessert Shield
- Assigned to Fort Hood from 1991–1993.
- Supported armor operations, combat readiness, and training missions.
- Leadership Positions Held
- Squad Leader
- Platoon Sergeant
- Detachment First Sergeant
- Senior Communications Chief
- Instructor
- Observer Coach/Trainer (OCT)
Skills
- Military Instruction & Training
- Communications Operations
- Leadership Development
- Tactical Operations
- Soldier Mentorship
- Operational Readiness
- Team Management
- Observer Coaching & Training
- Combat Operations Support
- Strategic Communications Planning
Certification
- Professional Military Education
- PLDC – Fort Hood
- BNCOC – Camp Shelby
- SLC – Fort Benning
- MLC – Fort Dix
- Instructor & Specialized Training
- Small Group Instructor
- TAITC Instructor
- CFDIC Graduate
- MRT Certified
Timeline
Senior Communications Chief
U.S. Army Reserve
01.2024 - Current
Instructor
U.S. Army Reserve
01.2016 - 01.2024
Communications Specialist (31F)
U.S. Army Reserve
01.2009 - 01.2016
Communications Specialist (31F)
Army National Guard
01.2008 - 01.2009
Armor Crewman (19K)
Army National Guard
01.1993 - 01.2009
Armor Crewman (19K)
United States Army
01.1989 - 01.1993