Sean Thomas
Ogden,UT
Summary
Dynamic manager with extensive experience at Sabel Systems, excelling in Agile methodologies and project management. Proven track record in coaching teams, driving strategic planning, and enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at stakeholder management and quality assurance, fostering collaboration to achieve mission success and deliver impactful results.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager
Sabel Systems
Beavercreek, OH
11.2020 - Current
- Certified Advanced Scrum Master and Advanced Product Owner.
- Managed day-to-day operations while coaching team in Agile practices.
- Oversaw project deployments from initial vision to final deployment.
- Led planning events, including roadmaps and risk management sessions.
- Conducted quality assurance to ensure compliance with requirements.
- Collaborated with team to define solutions and drive project progress.
- Facilitated sprint ceremonies to enhance team engagement.
- Communicated project updates to stakeholders at all levels.
Standardization/Evaluation Branch Chief
U.S. Air Force
01.2016 - 11.2020
- Served as Subject Matter Expert for 15 Control and Reporting Center Units, overseeing operations and standardization programs.
- Managed aircrew requirements and ensured compliance with quality assurance standards for 1,000+ personnel.
- Executed duties as 12th Air Force Subject Matter Expert, focusing on CRC operations and documentation.
- Developed manpower, facility, and equipment recommendations, addressing operational requirements in garrison and deployed settings.
- Led training initiatives for National Capital Region air defense integration with NASAMS and SHORAD units.
Non-Commissioned Officer in charge (NCOIC)
U.S. Air Force
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Led 60 Operators; managed & directed all squadron operational programs through schedule management for 24/7/365 combat operations in support of Pacific Air Forces Commander requirements.
- Managed 80+ weekly scheduling processes via leading coordination for all Command and Control requirements from 21 combat units.
- Subject Matter Expert, led wing team during base inspection.
Non-Commissioned Officer in charge (NCOIC)
U.S. Air Force
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Command and Control Battle Management Operator of the year- 2014
- Instructed and evaluated Air Crew Members on basic aircraft operations, weapons, emergency procedures, as well as advanced mission set such as Combat Search and Rescue and Emergency Aerial Refueling.
- Led and executed inspections to ensure combat capabilities for Air Combat Command.
- Directed 170 tactical training missions with various aircraft and mission sets.
Non-Commissioned Officer in charge (NCOIC)
U.S. Air Force
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Instructor Weapons Director for largest Red Flag exercise with 2500 participants and managed in flight emergencies with 4 C2 Agencies.
- Lead Controller for all drop zone operations in order to facilitate 30 static line and 20 HALO jumps in support of PACAF training operations.
Weapons and Tactics Flight NCOIC
U.S. Air Force
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Led 15 Airman as flight Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge; enforced squadron standards and transitioned Weapons Directors from technical training to combat mission readiness.
- Directed Command and Control coordination and execution for 80K square mile Battle Management Area.
- Developed Contingency plan for North Korean Operations and briefed the Commander of PACAF.
Weapons Director Line Controller
U.S. Air Force
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Led Tactics development team and built training scenarios in support of Combat Theatre requirements.
- Directed Instructor pilot and flight lead upgrade missions in various weapon systems.
- Managed deployment spin up and certification.
- Instructed concept of operations course for new Airman.
Weapons Director Technician/Senior Director Technician
USAF
12.2000 - 01.2005
- Supervised and led training of unit members in support of NATO regulations.
- Maintained radios and radars with coordination with Iceland Civil Aviation Administration.
- Monitored unit integration program to facilitate training improvements with fighter assets assigned to the base for Air Defense.
- Unit liaison for NATO and North Atlantic Air Defense missions.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Organizational Management
Ashford University
Chandler, AZ01.2016
Associate of Science - Air & Space Operations Tech
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01.2015
Skills
- Aviation operations
- Agile methodologies
- Project management
- Team leadership and building
- Business development
- Task delegation
- Clear communication
- Coaching and mentoring
- Workforce management
- Stakeholder management
- Strategic planning
- Technical knowledge
- Mission support
- Training and development
- Quality assurance
- Data collection and records management
- Process improvement
Certification
- Weapons Director Evaluator Operator
- Extensive Leadership Experience
- Aircraft Weapons Employment Subject Matter Expert
- +5000 hours combined aircrew instructor & evaluator
References
- Chris Bradshaw, Northrop Grumman, (385) 294-8653, Christopher.bradshaw@ngc.com
- John Briner, Northrop Grumman, (325) 280-2654, John.briner@ngc.com
- Charlie Finley, Raytheon, (208) 908-3404, william.c.finley@raytheon.com
- Kenneth Palacios, Parsons, (610) 659-1701, kennethcpalacios79@gmail.com
Clearance
Secret Clearance, Active, 02/2021
Timeline
Manager
Sabel Systems
11.2020 - Current
Standardization/Evaluation Branch Chief
U.S. Air Force
01.2016 - 11.2020
Non-Commissioned Officer in charge (NCOIC)
U.S. Air Force
01.2015 - 01.2016
Non-Commissioned Officer in charge (NCOIC)
U.S. Air Force
01.2012 - 01.2015
Non-Commissioned Officer in charge (NCOIC)
U.S. Air Force
01.2009 - 01.2012
Weapons and Tactics Flight NCOIC
U.S. Air Force
01.2008 - 01.2009
Weapons Director Line Controller
U.S. Air Force
01.2005 - 01.2008
Weapons Director Technician/Senior Director Technician
USAF
12.2000 - 01.2005
Bachelors of Science - Organizational Management
Ashford University
Associate of Science - Air & Space Operations Tech
Community College of The Air Force
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