SEBASTIAN REINOSO
Havelock,NC
Summary
AVIATION OPERATIONS MANAGER | MISSION PLANNING | OPERATIONS LEADERSHIP | SECRET CLEARANCE
results driven Operations and Aviation Professional with 9 years of U.S. Marine Corps experience supporting aviation mission planning, complex operations, workforce development, training, compliance, and organizational readiness. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, coordinate aircraft operations and critical resources, and deliver data driven executive reporting that supports operational performance. Recognized with three Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals. Active Secret Security Clearance.
Overview
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Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Current Aviation Current Operations Manager
United States Marine Corps
2025.07 - Current
- Led daily operational planning and execution, coordinating personnel, resources, communications, and over 90 operational taskings while maintaining mission continuity.
- Direct production of 130 operational reports tracking 200 organizational assets, providing leadership with actionable readiness and resource data.
- Oversaw security compliance, access control, and communication systems, advised senior leadership on operational and resource requirements to ensure operational integrity.
- Led staff meetings and implemented process improvements to strengthen accountability and communication, enhancing overall mission effectiveness.
- Supervised and mentored 10 personnel, managing training and performance development, enhancing workforce readiness and qualification completion.
Talent Acquisition Specialist /Senior Recruiter
United States Marine Corps
2023.01 - 2025.07
- Recruited, evaluated, and onboarded qualified candidates through consultative engagement, relationship building, career counseling, and targeted outreach.
- Conducted job analyses, developed job descriptions, and managed applicant pipelines, ensuring compliance and streamlining onboarding and documentation processes.
- Built partnerships with over 10 educational institutions, community organizations, and local leaders to expand outreach, strengthen applicant engagement, and increase talent acquisition opportunities.
- Delivered presentations and hosted career events, leveraging social media and community engagement to enhance employer visibility and attract qualified candidates.
- Facilitated $180,000 scholarship award for high-performing student, receiving regional leadership recognition for superior recruiting performance and consistently exceeding expectations.
Aviation Operations Manager | Operations Chief
United States Marine Corps
2020.03 - 2022.12
- Coordinated aviation operations, workforce readiness, training programs, compliance initiatives, and resource planning, optimizing 2,700 operational hours to achieve organizational objectives.
- Maintained a 99% personnel readiness rate through structured readiness, certification, and workforce development programs supporting over 200 personnel.
- Developed and standardized qualification, certification, and readiness tracking systems, improving accountability, reporting accuracy, and workforce preparedness.
- Provided operational analysis and executive briefings to senior leadership, managing multiple programs and ensuring adherence to organizational standards.
- Planned and executed large-scale training events and organizational inspections, achieving zero discrepancies across multiple compliance programs.
- Performed responsibilities traditionally assigned to senior management personnel and received a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for outstanding leadership and operational performance.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance aviation operations and streamline organizational processes.
Operations Coordinator
United States Marine Corps
2017.03 - 2020.01
- Coordinated with internal and external stakeholders to execute operational events and ensure accurate reporting for leadership decision-making.
- Supported deployment operations, logistics, and training exercises to enhance workforce readiness across multiple organizations.
- Coordinated operational schedules, mission-critical records, and readiness reporting to support over 13,000 hours of organizational activity.
Education
High School Diploma -
James E. Taylor High School
Katy, TXSkills
- Active Secret Clearance
- Operations & Project Management
- Operational Planning
- Team Leadership & Workforce Development
- Training Program Management
- Process Improvement & Quality Assurance
- Compliance & Risk Management
- Performance Management
- Resource & Workforce Planning
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Executive Briefings
- Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Talent Acquisition
- Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- Marine Aviation Operations Specialist (MOS 7041) — Aviation Operations
- Sergeants Distance Education Program (T3W) — Leadership, Supervision & Operations Management
- TBMCS Planner & Operator Training — Aviation Operations, Air Support Planning & Current Operations Monitoring
- C2PC/JTCW Operator Course — Command & Control & Operational Planning
- Basic Recruiter Course (81C) — Talent Acquisition, Training & Stakeholder Engagement
- Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education II — Joint Operations, Strategic Planning & Leadership
- Weapons & Tactics Instructor (WTI) Aviation Operations Training — Aviation Operations, Mission Planning & Tactical Coordination
Accomplishments
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal — 3 Awards
- Certificate of Commendation — 2 Awards
- Letters of Appreciation — 4 Awards
- Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation — 1 Award
Timeline
Current Aviation Current Operations Manager
United States Marine Corps
2025.07 - Current
Talent Acquisition Specialist /Senior Recruiter
United States Marine Corps
2023.01 - 2025.07
Aviation Operations Manager | Operations Chief
United States Marine Corps
2020.03 - 2022.12
Operations Coordinator
United States Marine Corps
2017.03 - 2020.01
High School Diploma -
James E. Taylor High School