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Tarell Schmidt

Alamogordo,NM

Summary

Dynamic professional with a diverse background in technical expertise, program analytics, and safety leadership, bringing a proven track record from military experience. Skilled in accident investigation, risk mitigation, and emergency response to ensure aircraft readiness and workplace safety. Effectively led environmental monitoring initiatives and optimized maintenance operations to enhance efficiency and compliance. Committed to improving organizational performance through results-driven strategies in complex environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

United States Air Force, USAF
Holloman Air Force Base, NM
01.2024 - Current
  • Instrumental in safeguarding lives and mission success by spearheading comprehensive facility inspections and program assessments across every unit on a military installation, ensuring total compliance with OSHA, DOD, and USAF safety regulations.
  • Conducted annual safety audits and risk assessments, identifying potential hazards, and enforcing corrective actions to fortify workplace safety culture.
  • Subject matter expert in Fall Protection, Confined Spaces, and Hazardous Energy Control programs, implementing cutting-edge safety protocols to mitigate risks in high-hazard environments.
  • Led and participated in countless safety investigations, demonstrating an unparalleled ability to analyze mishaps, identify root causes, and implement proactive solutions that prevent future incidents.
  • Executed in-depth investigative processes, including personnel interviews, data collection, and forensic-level reporting, to deliver detailed, actionable safety recommendations.
  • Masterful in report writing and trend analysis, translating complex investigative findings into strategic action plans that enhance operational safety, and reduce risk exposure.
  • Attended and contributed to preconstruction and regulatory council meetings, leveraging expertise in trend analyses and hazard abatement procedures to influence high-level decision-making, and ensure risk mitigation at every phase.
  • Served as the go-to safety professional, articulating mission-critical safety insights to leadership, and guiding units in the enforcement of safety protocols that drive operational excellence.
  • Implemented aggressive hazard abatement strategies, ensuring potential dangers were not just mitigated, but eliminated before becoming incidents.
  • Maintained unwavering composure under high-stakes conditions, reinforcing a proactive safety culture where personnel were empowered to identify, report, and resolve hazards before they escalated.
  • Developed and facilitated training programs and safety briefings, instilling a culture of awareness, accountability, and continuous improvement among personnel.

Aircraft Armament Specialist

United States Air Force, USAF
Holloman Air Force Base, NM
04.2023 - 01.2024
  • Led a three-man team in the precise loading and arming of bombs, missiles, and munitions onto MQ-9 Reaper aircraft, ensuring full mission readiness.
  • Conducted troubleshooting and fault isolation procedures to correct populated integration issues between the MQ-9, satellite uplinks, and Ground Control Units (GCUs).
  • Maintained real-time communication with pilots, ground crews, and mission controllers, ensuring seamless weapons integration and system functionality.
  • Enforced strict adherence to universal weapon safety techniques and USAF protocols, preventing mishaps and ensuring compliance with operational regulations.
  • Implemented streamlined loading procedures and troubleshooting methodologies, reducing load times and increasing mission efficiency. In conjunction conducting after-action reviews and debriefs to assess performance, identify areas for improvement, and enhance team effectiveness.

Armament Systems Specialist

United States Air Force, USAF
Holloman Air Force Base, NM
02.2022 - 04.2023
  • Oversaw the primary positioning, handling, and security of nuclear arsenals, ensuring compliance with USAF safety and operational protocols.
  • Managed base-wide weapons maintenance programs, maintaining logs, technical records, and compliance documentation for all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance actions.
  • Developed and enforced maintenance schedules and troubleshooting procedures, ensuring timely inspections and repairs in accordance with USAF technical orders.
  • Conducted quality assurance (QA) inspections on completed maintenance tasks, ensuring all work met military standards and operational requirements.
  • Led troubleshooting and failure analysis teams, identifying root causes of system malfunctions, and implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime.
  • Coordinated with logistics and engineering teams to procure necessary components, ensuring uninterrupted maintenance operations and system availability.
  • Enforced strict compliance with safety, security, and explosive ordnance handling procedures, mitigating risks in high-stakes environments.
  • Developed and maintained technical training programs, equipping junior personnel with the knowledge and skills needed to perform high-level maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.

Armament Technician

United States Air Force, USAF
Aviano, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy, Holloman AFB
01.2020 - 02.2022
  • Performed diagnostic testing, troubleshooting, and repairs on M61A1 gun systems, missile launchers, and bomb pylons to ensure peak operational performance.
  • Conducted preventive and corrective maintenance to address structural, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, minimizing system failures.
  • Utilized technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools to systematically troubleshoot malfunctions, and implement corrective actions.
  • Repaired and replaced wiring, circuit boards, motors, actuators, and hydraulic components to restore full system functionality.
  • Performed system calibrations, functional tests, and load checks to verify proper operation and adherence to technical specifications.
  • Conducted detailed inspections and fault isolation procedures to identify the root causes of system failures and prevent recurring issues.
  • Maintained comprehensive maintenance logs and technical reports, ensuring accurate documentation of repairs and modifications.
  • Adhered to strict safety protocols and quality assurance standards when handling and servicing high-explosive ordnance, and advanced weapons systems.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
01-2026

Associate of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL

Skills

  • Environmental monitoring
  • Emergency response planning
  • Accident investigation
  • Construction safety
  • Quality inspections
  • Project management
  • Organizational growth
  • Program performance analysis

Accomplishments

  • 2x Air and Education Training Command (AETC) level Military Maintenance Professional winner
  • 2x Lt. General Leo Marquez Maintenance Airman of the Year
  • AETC MAJCOM recognition for Superior Performer for Class B Safety Investigation Board

Certification

  • OSHA #510 - Occupational Safety & Health Standards for Construction Industry
  • OSHA #511 - Occupational Safety & Health Standards for General Industry
  • OSHA #2015 - Hazardous Materials
  • OSHA # 2264 - Permit Required Confined Space Entry
  • OSHA #3095 - Electrical Standards
  • OSHA #7115 - Lockout/Tagout
  • LS 101 - Life Safety Code Concept
  • MINA - Mishap and Investigations Non-Aviation course
  • OSHA 30-Hour
  • Specialist in Safety & Health (SSH) - General Industry
  • Specialist in Safety & Health (SSH) - Construction Industry
  • Specialist in Safety & Health (SSH) - Fire Safety

Timeline

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

United States Air Force, USAF
01.2024 - Current

Aircraft Armament Specialist

United States Air Force, USAF
04.2023 - 01.2024

Armament Systems Specialist

United States Air Force, USAF
02.2022 - 04.2023

Armament Technician

United States Air Force, USAF
01.2020 - 02.2022

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Columbia Southern University

Associate of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Community College of The Air Force

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