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Patrick Griffith

Military
Ramstein AB,RP

Summary

Dynamic Air Surveillance Technician with extensive experience in the United States Air Force, specializing in surveillance and data link operations, including a pivotal role during the Ukraine/Russia conflict. Excelled in fast-paced environments, demonstrating exceptional communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Proven leader, instructing battle management operators and managing a team of 30, showcasing unparalleled administrative and technical expertise.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

NATO Surveillance Operator

United States Air Force
09.2023 - Current
  • Worked with Operations Watch Officer for NATO Headquarters Allied Air Command. Helped manage surveillance of all of NATO's/European airspace.
  • Instrumental in relaying information and details of allied and adversary aircraft to Supreme Allied Commander Europe.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
  • Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.

Operations Schedule Section Chief

United States Air Force
09.2020 - 09.2023

Supervised surveillance team. Managed radars, radios, and data links network.


Managed operations scheduling office. Defined requirements for live missions and coordinated with multiple agencies for virtual training.


Managed data link network during the start of the Ukraine/Russia conflict. Established largest Link 16 network in Europe at the time.


Managed training and equipment procurement as unit link manager.


Managed office of 30 people as non-commissioned officer in charge.


Regional Interface Control Center Superintendent

United States Air Force
06.2018 - 09.2020

Managed USAF regional interface control cell in Tokyo, Japan. Supervised 12 member team.


Regional data link expert. Coordinated and planned execution of bilateral link actions with Indo-Pacific Command, Japanese Self Defense Force, and Government of Japan agencies.


Monitored region for ballistic missile defense threats to Japan and the U.S.



Military Instructor

United States Air Force
04.2013 - 04.2017

Instructed for the Air Force's Air Education Training Command for 4 years. Taught surveillance, identification, weapons control, tactical data links, and data management to hundreds of battle management operators over the course of 4 years.


As Lead Facility Manager, supervised 6 member team, managed 4 facilities. Processed over 500 work orders in order to improve and maintain safe and healthy working conditions.


As Vehicle Control Officer managed a fleet of unit vans. Responsible for cleaning, maintenance, and inspections of 14 vehicles.

Education

No Degree - Advanced Data Links

Joint Interoperability Division
Ft. Liberty, NC
04.2001 -

Associate of Science - Air And Space Operations Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Hampton High School
Hampton, VA
04.2001 -

Skills

Fast learner

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Administrative tasks

Timeline

NATO Surveillance Operator

United States Air Force
09.2023 - Current

Operations Schedule Section Chief

United States Air Force
09.2020 - 09.2023

Regional Interface Control Center Superintendent

United States Air Force
06.2018 - 09.2020

Military Instructor

United States Air Force
04.2013 - 04.2017

No Degree - Advanced Data Links

Joint Interoperability Division
04.2001 -

Associate of Science - Air And Space Operations Technology

Community College of The Air Force
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Hampton High School
04.2001 -
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