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Ray Vinton

Clovis,NM

Summary

Distinguished leader from the United States Air Force, excelling in ethical leadership and data entry, significantly enhanced team efficiency and productivity. Spearheaded major improvements in aircraft maintenance and personnel development, mentoring over 170 personnel and fostering a collaborative culture. Achieved streamlined operations, boosting performance metrics and employee morale.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Aircraft Maintenance Section Chief

United Sates Air Force
09.2024 - Current
  • Responsible for 170 personnel that perform scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance of 10 AC-130J Gunships.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Boosted employee morale by developing a positive organizational culture focused on recognition and growth opportunities.
  • Improved communication between sections, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures for daily operations.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in increased productivity across the section.
  • Evaluated employee performance fairly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement efforts.
  • Developed strong relationships with external partners to ensure timely collaboration on projects.

USAF Aircraft Maintenance First Sergeant

United Sates Air Force
09.2023 - 09.2024
  • Key advisor to Squadron Commander.
  • Responsible for the Morale, Health, and Welfare of 310 Aircraft Maintainers.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

USAF Security Forces First Sergeant

United Sates Air Force
07.2022 - 09.2023
  • Primary advisor to Commander on health, morale, & discipline.
  • Oversees 310 defenders & 5 flights to protect EUCOM's sole Air Refueling & Special Operations Wings, 4 tenant units, 16K personnel, & $5B aircraft fleet.
  • Advocate for 108 dorm members, engages with base & host nation agencies to ensure ready Airmen.
  • Leads Below the Zone & Quality of Life programs & connects key spouses with 40 families.
  • Guides Arming Use of Force program
  • Teams with 48 MDG to monitor care.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

USAF Special Tactics First Sergeant

United States Air Force
09.2020 - 07.2022
  • Leads Joint 2-Star Command's sole Special Tactics Squadron
  • Manages recognition, well-being & family care initiatives for 112 per
  • Liaises with base & local United Kingdom agencies
  • Mentors at First Term Airman Center, Airman Leadership School & Professional Development Center events
  • Delivers strategic Senior Leader insight across 5 bases
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Aircraft Structural Maintenance Section Chief

United States Air Force
10.2017 - 09.2020
  • Led 75 military and 4 civilian section
  • Team provides intermediate aircraft maintenance, inspections, repairs, and modifications on 53 diverse Special Operation Forces Aircraft worth $7.6 billion.
  • Directs structural maintenance support for On-Site Depot team & Air Force Special Operations Command's (AFSOC) C-130 aircraft isochronal inspection and refurbishment $12M contract.
  • Supervises local manufacture program & fabrication of aircraft and ground support equipment.
  • Oversees Wing's aircraft corrosion repair and preservation programs &
  • Oversees maintenance of AFSOC's memorial airpark with 19 heritage aircraft displays
  • Improved communication between sections, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures for daily operations.
  • Developed strong relationships with external partners to ensure timely collaboration on projects.
  • Evaluated employee performance fairly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement efforts.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in increased productivity across the section.
  • Supervised, encouraged and evaluated cross-functional teams by coaching and empowering team members to meet production goals.
  • Conducted performance reviews to identify employee strengths and encourage professional development opportunities.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance and support for professional development.

Air Force Technical School Instructor

United States Air Force
09.2013 - 09.2017
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction accordingly to maximize learning outcomes.
  • Served as a mentor for struggling students by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions after school hours or during lunch breaks.
  • Developed individualized learning plans to cater to diverse student needs, improving overall comprehension and retention of material.
  • Managed classroom environment conducive for learning to meet maturity level and interest of students.
  • Implemented relevant technology and varied modes of delivery to support and differentiate instruction.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in education, implementing new techniques when applicable into daily lessons.
  • Established a positive classroom environment, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior management.

Aircraft Structural Maintenance Journeyman

United States Air Force
08.2009 - 09.2013
  • Completed complex repair jobs, demonstrating strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence in all aspects of aircraft maintenance work.
  • Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough inspections and maintenance of structural components.
  • Performed daily postflight, preflight and other periodic inspections.
  • Increased team productivity by providing expert guidance and training to junior aviation mechanics.
  • Fabricated sheet metal components for aircraft skin, working with highly sensitive materials requiring special manufacturing treatments, coatings and installation processes.
  • Reduced downtime for aircraft repairs through efficient troubleshooting and diagnosis of structural issues.
  • Contributed to a safer work environment by adhering to strict safety protocols and promoting awareness among colleagues.
  • Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
  • Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
  • Examined and tested aircraft parts, components and systems to verify airworthiness and functionality.
  • Streamlined communication between departments by serving as a liaison between the maintenance team and other key stakeholders involved in aircraft operations.
  • Demonstrated expertise in sheet metal fabrication, riveting, corrosion control, painting, sealing, bonding applications for optimal structural integrity results.
  • Extracted components from aircraft for bench analysis and testing.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all maintenance activities, contributing to better record-keeping practices within the department.
  • Maintained various aircraft systems such as seat and canopy ejections, gaseous and liquid oxygen and life raft ejection.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL

Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security And Emergency Management

Excelsior College
Albany, NY
03-2025

Associate of Applied Science - Instructor in Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
01-2014

Skills

  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Ethical leadership
  • Motivation
  • Data entry
  • Leadership development
  • Employee training
  • Mentoring
  • Conflict management
  • Talent acquisition
  • Mediation
  • Workforce planning
  • Crisis management
  • Government relations
  • Department oversight
  • Fundraising strategy
  • Succession planning
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Media relations
  • Customer relations
  • Team management
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Aircraft Maintenance Section Chief

United Sates Air Force
09.2024 - Current

USAF Aircraft Maintenance First Sergeant

United Sates Air Force
09.2023 - 09.2024

USAF Security Forces First Sergeant

United Sates Air Force
07.2022 - 09.2023

USAF Special Tactics First Sergeant

United States Air Force
09.2020 - 07.2022

Aircraft Structural Maintenance Section Chief

United States Air Force
10.2017 - 09.2020

Air Force Technical School Instructor

United States Air Force
09.2013 - 09.2017

Aircraft Structural Maintenance Journeyman

United States Air Force
08.2009 - 09.2013

Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance

Community College of The Air Force

Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security And Emergency Management

Excelsior College

Associate of Applied Science - Instructor in Technology

Community College of The Air Force

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