Raymond Bond III

The WS SUPT reports and is assigned directly to the WWM. The WS SUPT must be, as a minimum, a 2W191 and should be knowledgeable of the assigned MDS aircraft armament operations. WS SUPT is the focal point for Weapons Standardization and the LSEP. Sets standards, develops local policies, procedures and interprets all applicable technical

data/directives governing the LSEP. WS SUPT produces certified load crews to generate safe and reliable combat and/or test/training loaded aircraft. Works closely with the WWM, Armament Flight Chief, Weapons Section Chief(s) and coordinates with MAJCOMs to support this effort. WS SUPT serves as gatekeeper for maintenance leadership to coordinate internal and external resource utilization requests impacting LSEP scheduling and operations.

The Weapons Expediter reports to the Weapons Section Chief and is responsible for managing all munitions loading and armament systems maintenance operations to include monitoring the safety of flightline weapons operations. The Weapons Expediter must be, at a minimum, a 2W171, knowledgeable of the assigned MDS maintenance and loading tasks and completed the Weapons Expediter Course provided by WS. The Weapons Expediter coordinates maintenance priorities with the Pro Super and Flightline Expediters.

Supervise and provide technical guidance to individuals during weapons release system fault isolation, troubleshooting, and maintenance actions.

Track status and configuration of aircraft, suspension equipment, and weapons.

Ensure accountability of in use AME/NIE by location and status, whether installed or stored.

Coordinate accomplishment of all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and

inspections with the Pro Super/Flightline Expediter.

Advise Weapons Section Chief on load crew status and take action to resolve load crew member concerns and issues related, but not limited to scheduling, training, certification, qualification, and load crew personnel issues.

Employ and enforce the LSEP and use of munitions loading areas.

Review all AF Form 2419 load crew training, certifications, and qualification documentation.

Supervise the loading and/or unloading of aircraft.

Control all actions during the munitions load/unload operations environment and ensure the number of personnel in the area during explosives handling operations are kept to a minimum.

• Participated in joint exercises alongside allied forces, showcasing exemplary teamwork skills while upholding principles of inter-service cooperation and collaboration.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize aircraft performance during critical operations.