Ryder Falk
Ely,UK
Summary
Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 10 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing strategy and vision, operational plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing cross-functional teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of military trends, excellent communication skills, a talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach. Currently possess an active TS/SCI security clearance, and have 20 years experience in Strategic and Special Operations military airlift.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
United States Air Force
02.2023 - Current
- As Operations Manager with 67th Special Operations Squadron, this role involves managing day-to-day operations, resource allocation, advising Operations Director and ensuring mission success of $20M flying hour program and 164 personnel from 14 different career fields.
- Coordinating and overseeing daily operational activities to ensure mission readiness and enabling over 250 training events accomplished weekly.
- Managing resources, including personnel and equipment, to support classified and unclassified missions around Europe, Africa, and Middle East.
- Developing and implementing operational plans and procedures for over 3,000 flight hours and 20 multi-national missions per year.
Enlisted Aviator Manager
United States Air Force
04.2021 - 01.2023
- As Unit Enlisted Aviator Manager with 67th Special Operations Squadron responsible for managing and overseeing 34 enlisted aviators career development and readiness.
- Coordinated and oversaw the training, certification, and managing the day-to-day schedules of 34 subordinates.
- Created training reports and documents as requested by the Operations leadership to validate methods and resources.
Training and Development Team Leader
United Stated Air Force
05.2015 - 03.2021
- Developed and implemented training programs to ensure team members had skills and knowledge needed to perform their roles
- Managed team of 35 personnel, including training, scheduling and performance evaluation.
Assistant Program Manager/Evaluator Loadmaster
United Stated Air Force
06.2004 - 04.2015
- Coordinated over 65 mobile training classes per year, certifying more than 1,000 military members in airlift cargo load planning
- Managed and evaluated team of 27 trainers to ensure that all program objectives were met on time and within $800k budget.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Charleston
Charleston, WV10.2024
Leader Development Course for Squadron Command -
Air University
Maxwell AFB, AL01.2023
Enterprise Management -
Joint Special Operations University
MacDill AFB, FL08.2022
Leadership Development Course -
United States Air Force Special Operations School
Hurlburt Field, FL01.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of The Air Force- Air University
Maxwell AFB, AL2014
Skills
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Adaptability
- Communication skills
- Project management
- Problem-Solving
Accomplishments
Leader Development Course for Squadron Command
Eaker Center- Air University
2023
Enterprise Management Course
Joint Special Operations University
Honor Graduate
2022
Leader Development Course
United States Air Force Special Operations School
2022
Security Clearance
TS/SCI
July, 2021 - Present
Certification
Project Management Professional
Project Management Institute
January 2024 - January 2027
Credential ID 3726546
Timeline
Operations Manager
United States Air Force
02.2023 - Current
Enlisted Aviator Manager
United States Air Force
04.2021 - 01.2023
Training and Development Team Leader
United Stated Air Force
05.2015 - 03.2021
Assistant Program Manager/Evaluator Loadmaster
United Stated Air Force
06.2004 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Charleston
Leader Development Course for Squadron Command -
Air University
Enterprise Management -
Joint Special Operations University
Leadership Development Course -
United States Air Force Special Operations School
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of The Air Force- Air University
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