Ricky C. Spanberger
Program Manager (MBA), Military/Aviation Training Instructor
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Motivational Training Specialist excited to develop successful training plans that meet dynamic company and employee needs. Accustomed to collaborating with managers to hone in on unique requirements. Prepared to bring Program Management, Military Training and Aviation Training abilities developed over 11-year career to a growth-oriented role.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Military Training Instructor
United States Air Force
San Antonio, TX
01.2022 - Current
- Created and oversaw COVID measure training programs for operations.
- Wrote contracts for company employees, working towards satisfactory agreement between executives, employees and personal goals.
- Verified long-term staff excellence by implementing updated and continuous training initiatives such as online modules, interactive programs and language labs.
- Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for Civilian and Military training courses.
- Created and oversaw Civilian-to-Airman Pipeline training programs for operations.
F-15 Maintenance Training Instructor
United States Air Force
RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom, England
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Evaluated training needs and developed appropriate class offerings.
- Maintained compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements and quality goals.
- Scheduled and taught in class and online courses to increase learning opportunities.
- Quickly adapted training plans for client needs, keeping timelines, budgets and desires in mind.
- Implemented new training courses after assessing corporate data and identifying employee weaknesses.
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
Non-Destructive Testing Technician
United States Air Force
Moody AFB, GA
12.2011 - 10.2019
- Top Qualifications through USAF in Ultrasound, Oil Analysis, Radiography, Eddy Current, Machine Calibrations, Liquid Penetrant, and Magnetic Particle.
- Created radiographic images to detect flaws in objects while leaving objects intact.
- Used sonic measurements to map presence of imperfections within objects.
- Delivered extensive coaching and training to team members covering all steps of testing phases to enhance team performance and boost results.
- Prepared reports on non-destructive testing results.
Education
MBA - Organizational Management
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX 08.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
Ashford University
San Diego, CA 08.2017 - 12.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Non-Destructive Technician
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL 05.2012 - 12.2017
Eagle Scout -
Boy Scouts of America
04.2009 - 12.2013
Skills
Project implementation
Public speaking/Active Listening
Inclusive Team building
First Aid/CPR
Training program/material development
MS Office/Google Workspace
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Exploring the Outdoors, Firearms, History, and Aviation
I was raised in a structured setting that started out in Boy Scouts. I achieved the rank of "Eagle Scout" and grew to love the outdoors. My time in scouting mixed with my time in the military truly built up my passion for Firearms, History, and Aviation. My Grandfather was a DC-3 pilot so I was raised around aircraft. Being in the Air Force elevated my passion for Aircraft that much further as I worked on different platforms such as the A-10, C-130, HH-60, F-16, F-15, and F-35.
Timeline
Military Training Instructor
United States Air Force
01.2022 - Current
MBA - Organizational Management
Angelo State University
08.2020 - 12.2021
F-15 Maintenance Training Instructor
United States Air Force
10.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
Ashford University
08.2017 - 12.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Non-Destructive Technician
Community College of The Air Force
05.2012 - 12.2017
Non-Destructive Testing Technician
United States Air Force
12.2011 - 10.2019
Eagle Scout -
Boy Scouts of America
04.2009 - 12.2013