RYKER ROLF
Catoosa,OK
Summary
I am an Air Force veteran transitioning to a professional civilian career. I have an extensive background in managing multi-million-dollar munition maintenance operations under strict conduct of standardized operating procedures and regulations. I am an enthusiastic and determined leader excelling in attention to detail with a positive attitude - eager to improve the organization, solve complex problems, and conquer challenges. I take pride in leading cross-functional teams through successful operations by encouraging autonomy and developing mission-focused individuals that meet strategic goals with excellent time-sensitive results while implementing a culture of commitment and inclusion.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Weapons Section Expediter
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2023 - Current
- As Section Expediter I collaborate with senior leadership and flight crews for creation and implementation of routine maintenance schedules, inspections and evaluations.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely deliveries, minimizing stockouts, and reducing carrying costs. I am responsible for tasking up to dozen teams of three for daily operations as well as ensuring quality performance and safety are performed.
- Key Accomplishment: During this period, I was selected for this position above 8 other qualified peers and I was recognized as a key performer during the Nuclear Surety Safety Inspection
Weapons Load Crew Team Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2021 - 01.2023
- As a primary point of contact, I collaborated across multiple teams to achieve operational, maintenance and training objectives; capturing risks, issues and lessons learned to further the success of my team and my peers
- Evaluated team member skills periodically through proficiency assessments, identifying areas for further development.
- I served as the subject matter expert to multiple teams for weapons loading and maintenance activities
- Key Accomplishment: Competitively selected twice to be part of an elite team to represent the US Air Force in multi-national collaborations with the Scottish Royal Air Force, ensuring mission readiness and participating in joint efforts to monitor and protect Polish and NATO Airspace.
Supervisor: Armament Maintenance Shop
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2020 - 01.2021
- I established all duty performance standards and maintenance training requirements ensuring accurate equipment management and historical record keeping
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Key Accomplishment: Through the pandemic, I identified and tackled the unit's Stores System Tester part shortage by coordinating with additional units and outside agencies ultimately replacing over $160K in parts, increasing system readiness, and saving the Air Force $350K.
Weapons Load Crew Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2017 - 01.2020
- In this role, I was directly responsible for the success and education of a team of forty-three members with oversight on all maintenance actions for munition equipment and loading functions for twelve MQ-9s
- Additionally, I maintained the scheduling of all inspections and trouble-shooting activities while maintaining control of all associated administrative documents
- Key Accomplishment: I was hand-selected to orchestrate forty-eight arm/de-arm operations as the End of Runway team leader successfully loading 380 munitions in record timing in a high-stakes deployed environment.
Armament Maintenance Member
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2015 - 01.2017
- As a team member, I performed weapon maintenance actions and inspections for twenty-eight aircraft and alternate mission equipment worth $37M in accordance with Air Force regulations and standard operating procedures
- Enhanced weapon system reliability by conducting thorough armament inspections and maintenance procedures.
- Key Accomplishment: I identified and repaired a weapon system power supply malfunction restoring armament reliability in under one hour.
Education
BAS - Project Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical
AS - Armament and Weapons Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Airman Leadership School -
United States Air Force
Armament And Weapons Technical Training
Shepard Air Force Base2015
Basic Military Training
Lackland Air Force Base2015
Skills
- Quality Control
- Scheduling
- Task Prioritization
- Organization and Time Management
- Documentation Management
- Issue Resolution
- Order Management
- Team Member Training
- Work Order Management
- Production Documentation
- Project Management
- Deadline-oriented
Accomplishments
- Air Force Commendation Medal, 2021
- Air Force Achievement Medal, 2020
- Air Force Achievement Medal, 2019
- Air Force Achievement Medal, 2017
Key Skills Characteristics
- Munitions Operations Analysis
- Problem-solving & Process-Improvement
- Analytical & Critical Thinking
- Project Management
- Personnel Management & Supervision
- Munition Maintenance Logistics & Operations
- Professional Communication
Certifications Clearance
- Top Secret/SCI Clearance, 2021-present
- Secret Clearance, 2015-2021
Awards Accolades
- Air Force Commendation Medal, 2021
- Air Force Achievement Medal, 2020
- Air Force Achievement Medal, 2019
- Air Force Achievement Medal, 2017
Technical Platforms
- Office 365 (O365): O365 suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote), MS Teams and MS Project.
- Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS): IMDS is an online application utilized for all critical maintenance information collection, storage, and dissemination for the repair and improvement of Air Force weapons systems and equipment.
Certification
- Top Secret/SCI Clearance, 2021-present
- Secret Clearance, 2015-2021
Timeline
Weapons Section Expediter
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2023 - Current
Weapons Load Crew Team Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2021 - 01.2023
Supervisor: Armament Maintenance Shop
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2020 - 01.2021
Weapons Load Crew Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2017 - 01.2020
Armament Maintenance Member
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2015 - 01.2017
BAS - Project Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical
AS - Armament and Weapons Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Airman Leadership School -
United States Air Force
Armament And Weapons Technical Training
Basic Military Training
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