Patrick Cline
Chugiak,AK
Summary
Strategic leader and military veteran with 22 years of experience in the United States Air Force. Led teams of over 80 members through domestic and global aerospace and defense operations. Managed risk to protect assets valued over $30 million while exceeding leadership goals. Expertise in organizational development, human resources, and leadership development, with multiple awards for performance and professionalism.
Overview
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Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerospace Ground Equipment Flight Chief - Senior Leader
Unites States Air Force
Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Provided leadership and functional expertise for 2 geographically separated sections. Conducted civilian hiring and appraisals. Led 91 total force personnel in the maintenance of 740 ground support assets valued over $30 million.
- Confronted base's number one limiting factor. Led military contracting effort to increase warm storage. Worked with contractors and civil engineers to design 15,000 sq ft facility. Groundbreaking was set for 2025.
- Restructured civilian workforce hierarchy and partnered with manpower to secure 2 senior supervisor positions, enhancing civilian career stability and reducing continuity errors.
- Implemented reward/incentive program to drive culture change, resulting in 20% production increase.
- Oversaw adherence to Air Force standards and directives.
- Managed equipment accountability, supply needs, and maintenance requests
- Inspected work areas, safety practices, and mission support activities
- Delegated projects for flight staff and monitored impact to enhance effectiveness.
- Monitored training items for civilian and enlisted personnel..
- Monitored training items for civilian and enlisted personnel.
- Coordinated with other Flight Chiefs to ensure efficient operations.
- Prepared reports, briefings, and status updates for leadership
- Mentored airmen on discipline, teamwork, and professional conduct
Aerospace Ground Equipment Section Chief - Senior Leader
Unites States Air Force
Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska
07.2020 - 10.2022
- Guided 78 members from 4 vocations to complete on and off equipment repairs for 2 airframes, monitored maintenance trends, analyzed data, and implemented innovative repair processes.
- Led 53 military and civilian personnel to inspect and maintain a fast-paced ground support equipment shop.
- Managed maintenance, repair, and upkeep for eight deicer trucks and four facilities, resolved technical and personnel issues.
- Managed maintenance, repair, and upkeep for eight deicer trucks and four facilities, resolved technical and personnel issues.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules for generators, trailers, and support equipment.
- Oversaw processing of work orders for maintenance tasks., parts requests, and maintenance documentation for aerospace support equipment.
- Communicated with flight operations and maintenance teams to support mission requirements.
- Created detailed reports documenting all aspects of service provided on AGE systems.
Aerospace Ground Equipment Section Chief - Senior Leader
Unites States Air Force
Dyess, TX
11.2018 - 07.2020
- Managed 46 total force members' maintenance efforts maintaining 421 asset ground support equipment fleet valued at over $15 million.
- Managed type II maintenance platform testbed, identifying 12 major manufacturing defects and safety hazards, and implementing fleet-wide changes while assets were still in production. Earned Maintenance Professional of the Year.
- Accelerated implementation of fleet-wide asset tracking systems by sourcing, securing, and testing 4 GPS tracking units, validating system capabilities and manpower savings. Project highlighted at Air Force Global Strike Command's Innovation symposium, earning 4th place across command.
- Accelerated fleet-wide support asset tracking systems. Sourced, secured, and tested 4 GPS tracking units and validated system capabilities and manpower savings. Project was highlighted at Air Force Global Strike Command's Innovation symposium earning 4th place across command.
- Developed comprehensive reports and briefings for leadership review
- Supervised technicians during troubleshooting and equipment repair processes
- Coordinated work orders and parts requests while maintaining documentation for aerospace support equipment.
- Oversaw tool control and housekeeping in aerospace maintenance areas
Aerospace Ground Equipment Production Support Chief - Senior Leader
Unites States Air Force
Dyess, TX
09.2016 - 11.2018
- - Led 10 personnel supporting B-1 Bomber operations; oversaw 37 programs across 2 geographically separated work centers to ensure operational readiness.
- - Managed 10 Personnel in support of B-1 Bomber operations; oversaw 37 programs between 2 geographically separated work centers.
- Ensured accountability of equipment to prevent loss and optimize resource usage., Identified required supplies to ensure availability for maintenance operations., and maintenance requests
- Built strong interdepartmental relationships to improve teamwork and project outcomes.
- Assessed equipment performance regularly to ensure compliance with operational specifications. of equipment to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
- Identified and sourced replacement parts from vendors to support repair and maintenance efforts. from vendors for repairs and preventative maintenance tasks.
- Supervised fabrication processes to ensure adherence to design specifications and quality standards. of projects to ensure adherence to design specifications.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
Unit Deployment Manager
Unites States Air Force
JBER, AK
03.2014 - 09.2016
- Principal advisor to unit Commander and senior supervision for all deployment related activities in over 500-member squadron.
- Managed deployment readiness records and mobility reporting for Air Force personnel.
- Coordinated Air Force unit deployment rosters and tasking actions.
- Scheduled training, briefings, and deployment processing for assigned Air Force members.
- Validated mobility equipment, supplies, and cargo for Air Force movement requirements.
- Communicated deployment status updates with commanders and base support offices.
- Reviewed personnel availability and deployment eligibility for United States Air Force missions.
- Maintained deployment databases and unit readiness files for Air Force reporting.
- Guided Emergency Action Response-won 2014 Secretary of the Air Force Safety Award
Aerospace Ground Equipment Craftsman
Unites States Air Force
JBER, AK
09.2012 - 03.2014
- Inspected, repaired, and delivered 629 powered and non-powered support equipment pieces, directly supporting F-22A aircraft operations.
- Conducted scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on 518 flightline support assets across 48 mission support designs, ensuring operational readiness.
- Ensured safety and reliability of 67 nuclear certified assets, achieving a 100% pass rate during Major Command Nuclear Surety Inspection.
- Inspected Aerospace Ground Equipment for Air Force flightline readiness.
- Troubleshot electrical and mechanical faults on ground support equipment.
- Maintained generators, compressors, and hydraulic systems for aircraft support.
- Repaired tow tractors, heaters, and power units used by Air Force crews.
- Trained junior Air Force technicians on repair procedures and shop standards.
Aerospace Ground Equipment Supervisor
Unites States Air Force, Beale AFB, CA
Yuba City, California
06.2007 - 08.2012
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aerospace ground equipment including towing tractors, power carts, cargo loaders, and air conditioners.
- Repaired any issues with engines or other mechanical components on the aircraft's AGE.
- Provided guidance on maintenance and repair strategies for complex ground support equipment, enhancing repair effectiveness.
- Inspected all components of the AGE for wear or damage before installation or use.
- Utilized specialized tools such as torque wrenches, hydraulic jacks, screwdrivers, soldering irons, in order to perform repairs on AGE systems.
- Recorded all repairs on aircraft ground support equipment, ensuring compliance with maintenance standards and improving traceability.
- Trained crew members on lockout procedures, safety checks, and equipment handling.
- Collaborated in developing new maintenance procedures for various AGE systems, contributing to improved operational readiness.
Aerospace Ground Equipment Supervisor
Unites States Air Force, Osan AB, ROK
, South Korea
08.2006 - 05.2007
- Inspected Aerospace Ground Equipment for Air Force flightline readiness.
- Inspected ground support equipment for safety compliance and operational readiness.
- Troubleshot electrical and mechanical faults on ground support equipment.
- Maintained generators, compressors, and hydraulic systems for aircraft support.
- Repaired tow tractors, heaters, and power units used by Air Force crews.
- Calibrated test equipment to support aircraft maintenance operations.
- Monitored tool control, housekeeping, and material storage in aerospace maintenance areas.
Aerospace Ground Equipment Journeyman
Unites States Air Force, Osan AB, ROK
, South Korea
05.2006 - 08.2006
- Troubleshot AGE malfunctions using technical manuals and diagnostics.
- Repaired hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic components on ground equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance on generators, heaters, and support equipment.
- Tested components and systems using a variety of hand tools, gauges and test equipment.
- Towed and positioned AGE for aircraft launch and recovery operations.
- Documented maintenance actions in Air Force forms and records.
- Used, handled, stored and disposed of hazardous materials according to environmental standards.
- Read and understood directives, manuals, diagrams and schematics to perform accurate work.
Aerospace Ground Equipment Journeyman
Unites States Air Force, Little Rock AFB
Little Rock, Arkansas
02.2003 - 05.2006
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft ground support equipment such as towing tractors, cargo loaders, fuel trucks, and air start carts.
- Inspected aerospace ground equipment for wear, damage, and service readiness.
- Inspected hydraulic system components for proper operation and leaks.
- Tested repaired components for proper operation before returning them to service.
- Coordinated equipment turnover with flightline crews and maintenance supervisors.
- Assembled new ground support equipment according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Disassembled complex assemblies to gain access to internal components for repair or replacement.
- Utilized precision measuring devices such as calipers and micrometers when inspecting parts.
- Utilized precision measuring devices such as calipers and micrometers to inspect parts.
Education
Senior Enlist Joint Professional Military Education -
Joint Knowledge Online
Non-Commissioned Officer Academy -
Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education
Maxwell AFB, ALCraftsman, 7 Level Upgrade - Aerospace Ground Equipment Craftsman Course
Sheppard AFB, TX
05.2006 - 06.2006
Airman Leadership school -
Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education
Maxwell AFB, ALTechnical Training School - Aerospace Ground Equipment
Sheppard AFB, TX
10.2002 - 02.2003
Skills
- Project Management
- Data Analysis
- Logistics Coordination
- Operational Training
- Change Management
- Strategic Leadership
- Policy Implementation
- Talent Management
- Facility management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Personnel development
- Safety management
- Personnel management
- Leadership excellence
- Information assurance
- Fleet management
- Military operations
- Safety equipment operation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Maintenance coordination
- Professionalism
- Technical troubleshooting
- Emergency management
- Aerospace ground equipment
- Maintenance scheduling
- Asset accountability
- Safety inspections
- Equipment maintenance
- Parts requisitioning
- Fleet readiness
- Deployment readiness
Certification
- DOD Secret Security Clearance-through Aug 2031
- Sexual Harassment / Assault Response and Prevention, 2017
Timeline
Aerospace Ground Equipment Flight Chief - Senior Leader
Unites States Air Force
10.2022 - 08.2024
Aerospace Ground Equipment Section Chief - Senior Leader
Unites States Air Force
07.2020 - 10.2022
Aerospace Ground Equipment Section Chief - Senior Leader
Unites States Air Force
11.2018 - 07.2020
Aerospace Ground Equipment Production Support Chief - Senior Leader
Unites States Air Force
09.2016 - 11.2018
Unit Deployment Manager
Unites States Air Force
03.2014 - 09.2016
Aerospace Ground Equipment Craftsman
Unites States Air Force
09.2012 - 03.2014
Aerospace Ground Equipment Supervisor
Unites States Air Force, Beale AFB, CA
06.2007 - 08.2012
Aerospace Ground Equipment Supervisor
Unites States Air Force, Osan AB, ROK
08.2006 - 05.2007
Aerospace Ground Equipment Journeyman
Unites States Air Force, Osan AB, ROK
05.2006 - 08.2006
Craftsman, 7 Level Upgrade - Aerospace Ground Equipment Craftsman Course
Sheppard AFB, TX
05.2006 - 06.2006
Aerospace Ground Equipment Journeyman
Unites States Air Force, Little Rock AFB
02.2003 - 05.2006
Technical Training School - Aerospace Ground Equipment
Sheppard AFB, TX
10.2002 - 02.2003
Senior Enlist Joint Professional Military Education -
Joint Knowledge Online
Non-Commissioned Officer Academy -
Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education
Airman Leadership school -
Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education