Sean Goodwin
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Senior logistics and sustainment program leader with over 20 years of experience in the United States Air Force, specializing in enterprise-level materiel management, supply chain oversight, and compliance evaluation. Proven track record as a recognized functional leader, conducting MAJCOM-level operational studies and providing strategic advice to senior command leadership. Expertise in independently managing high-visibility initiatives that effectively support over 1,400 personnel across geographically separated units. Committed to driving operational excellence and enhancing mission readiness through innovative solutions and collaborative leadership.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics/Equipment Accountability Manager
United States Air Force
2024.01 - 2025.05
- Coordinated efforts of cross-functional teams to elevate mission readiness and enhance overall operational efficiency.
- Created and delivered targeted training sessions aimed at fostering equipment accountability across a team of more than 500 personnel.
- Managed the deployment of resources to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of personnel and assets in demanding situations during agile combat exercises.
- Analyzed equipment custodians performance with established metrics to identify areas for improvement and support continuous enhancement initiatives.
- Conducted analysis of operational data to identify trends, enhancing decision-making and optimizing processes.
- Facilitated strategic planning efforts to ensure unit objectives effectively contribute to overall organizational success.
- Directed oversight of 100+ multi-functional equipment accounts to maintain compliance with management procedures and accountability standards.
Program Evaluation & Compliance Lead
United States Air Force (Active Duty)
2022.08 - 2024.01
- Executed large-scale evaluation programs, ensuring effective assessment and support for over 1400 personnel across multiple operational functions.
- Analyzed data to develop performance dashboards that highlight sustainment shortfalls and systemic risk trends for informed leadership strategies.
- Established standardized documentation controls and corrective action tracking to strengthen accountability across processes.
- Led audit readiness initiatives that resulted in consecutive zero-finding inspection outcomes. Mentored a team of 15+ personnel on updated inspection protocols, significantly improving compliance understanding.
- Developed and presented monthly quality assurance reports to squadron leadership, identifying key trends and proposing corrective measures to enhance flight health. Collaborated with work-center supervisors to elevate adherence to Air Force policies and procedures by 25%.
Chief Inspector
United States Air Force
2021.07 - 2022.08
- Partnered with quality assurance inspectors to ensure optimal aircraft systems performance and achieved a 98% compliance rate during annual audits.
- Oversaw investigation processes by coordinating efforts of cross-functional teams of 15+ engineers and technicians, resulting in the resolution of 100% of identified discrepancies within audit deadlines.
- Created and implemented comprehensive training initiatives that improved inspection accuracy by 25% and reduced repeat discrepancies across inspections by 30%.
- Analyzed inspection findings and instituted targeted corrective actions that streamlined operations, cutting process inefficiencies by 20% and boosting overall mission readiness.
- Managed inspections of critical systems valued at over $50 million, ensuring 100% mission readiness, full regulatory compliance, and zero major audit findings.
Logistics Operations & Sustainment Program Manager
United States Air Force (Active Duty)
2005.12 - 2021.10
- Independently managed enterprise-level sustainment programs supporting mission-critical training and operational requirements across multiple installations.
- Served as senior technical advisor to command leadership on materiel management procedures, supply support responsiveness, compliance posture, and operational risk mitigation.
- Conducted comprehensive MAJCOM-level operational studies evaluating supply chain effectiveness, equipment accountability controls, and mission readiness performance indicators.
- Designed and implemented standardized tracking systems improving audit readiness by 22% and reducing repeat compliance deficiencies by 95%.
- Coordinated multi-site logistics support efforts aligning sustainment priorities with command objectives, key milestones, and readiness timelines.
- Interpreted and applied Air Force regulatory guidance to resolve procedural, operational, and compliance-related logistics issues.
- Performed operational, contingency, and exercise planning ensuring sustainment continuity during inspections and surge operations.
- Prepared and delivered senior-level written and oral briefings translating complex logistics data into actionable command decisions.
- Chaired cross-functional working groups resolving systemic supply and operational challenges.
- Served as Action Officer managing high-visibility initiatives requiring independent suspense management and executive coordination.
Education
USAF Noncommissioned Officer Academy -
USAF NCO Academy
Lackland AFB07.2022
Airman Leadership School -
Pope AFB Leadership School
Pope AFB05.2010
Skills
- Materiel Management & Supply Chain Operations
- Logistics Readiness & Sustainment Planning
- Operational & Contingency Planning Support
- Equipment Accountability Oversight
- MAJCOM-Level Program Evaluation
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Compliance & Inspection Readiness
- Senior Leadership Advisory & Briefings
- Action Officer & Executive-Level Coordination
- Automated Data Systems & Performance Reporting
Timeline
Logistics/Equipment Accountability Manager
United States Air Force
2024.01 - 2025.05
Program Evaluation & Compliance Lead
United States Air Force (Active Duty)
2022.08 - 2024.01
Chief Inspector
United States Air Force
2021.07 - 2022.08
Logistics Operations & Sustainment Program Manager
United States Air Force (Active Duty)
2005.12 - 2021.10
USAF Noncommissioned Officer Academy -
USAF NCO Academy
Airman Leadership School -
Pope AFB Leadership School