Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Leadership And Volunteer Experience
Core Competencies
Leadership And Volunteer Roles
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Thomas Haas

Thomas Haas

Aviation Ordnance Technician
Iwakuni,Japan

Summary

Self-Motivated and Detail-oriented Aviation Ordnance Technician with 5 years of experience in the United States Marine Corps, specializing in quality control, safety compliance, and logistics coordination. Certified Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) and Quality Assurance Safety Observer (QASO) with a proven track record of conducting mission-critical inspections and upholding safety standards across multiple aircraft platforms. Skilled in leading teams, training personnel, and maintaining operational efficiency in fast-paced, high-risk environments and currently pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity and Finance to support a transition into defense, technology, or quality assurance roles.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Aviation Ordnance Technician

United States Marine Corps
12.2020 - 12.2025
  • Company Overview: A military organization responsible for providing power projection from the sea, using the mobility of the Navy to rapidly deliver combined-arms task forces.
  • Assembled, inspected, and loaded aircraft ordnance (KC-130J, F-35, F-18), directly supporting multiple missions with zero safety violations.
  • Served as a Team Leader (3 years), overseeing daily operations, training junior Marines, and ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures.
  • Performed duties as a Collateral Duty Inspector (2 years), certifying the quality and safety of ordnance systems, maintenance inspections, and pre-depot inspections, before deployment.
  • Appointed as a Quality Assurance Safety Observer (1-2 years), ensuring adherence to safety protocols and reducing risk during hazardous operations.
  • Maintained accountability of $X million in weapons systems while improving shop efficiency and inspection turnaround times.
  • A military organization responsible for providing power projection from the sea, using the mobility of the Navy to rapidly deliver combined-arms task forces.

Unit Readiness Coordinator Assistant (URCA)

United States Marine Corps
03.2022 - 12.2025
  • Assisted in tracking and reporting individual and unit readiness, including training compliance and deployment preparedness.

Family Readiness Command Team Advisor (FRCTA)

United States Marine Corps
03.2022 - 12.2025
  • Facilitated communication and support between command and families, helping to improve morale initiatives, resource access, and unit cohesion.

Unit Representative, Single Marine Program (SMP)

United States Marine Corps
09.2021 - 07.2023
  • Advocated for unit interests, relayed SMP updates, and promoted participation in morale-building programs.

Vice President/Recorder, Single Marine Program (SMP)

United States Marine Corps
09.2021 - 02.2023
  • Led initiatives to enhance the quality of life for single Marines and Sailors through event planning, community service, and base-wide coordination.

Intramural Volleyball Coordinator

United States Marine Corps
01.2022 - Current
  • Manage scheduling and facility reservations for a group of 90+ participants.
  • Coordinate weekly games, maintain attendance records, and mediate team conflicts.
  • Lead communication and logistics efforts with gym staff and group members.

Education

Associate of Arts -

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)
12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity, Minor in Finance

University of Maryland Global Campus - Online
Online
05-2028

Skills

Military to Civilian Logistics

Leadership And Volunteer Experience

  • Single Marine Program (SMP), Vice President/Recorder, 09/23/21, 02/28/23, Led initiatives to enhance the quality of life for single Marines and Sailors through event planning, community service, and base-wide coordination., Unit Representative, 09/23/21, 07/14/23, Advocated for unit interests, relayed SMP updates, and promoted participation in morale-building programs.
  • Intramural Volleyball Coordinator, 01/01/22, Present, Manage scheduling and facility reservations for a group of 90+ participants., Coordinate weekly games, maintain attendance records, and mediate team conflicts., Lead communication and logistics efforts with gym staff and group members.

Core Competencies

Military to Civilian Logistics, Explosive Safety Protocol Compliance, Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Handling, Weapons Systems Maintenance & Aircraft Armament Systems, Quality Assurance (CDI/QASO certified), Data Entry & Reporting, Email & Correspondence Management, Calendar & Meeting Coordination, Document Preparation & Filing Systems, Event Planning / Scheduling & Recreational Programs, Attention to Detail, Multitasking & Problem-Solving, Time Management, Situational Awareness & Risk Mitigation, Professional Communication, Conflict Resolution & Group Facilitation, Adaptability / Initiative, Discretion & Confidentiality, Interpersonal Communication

Leadership And Volunteer Roles

  • Family Readiness Command Team Advisor (FRCTA), 03/13/22, 12/20/25, Facilitated communication and support between command and families, helping to improve morale initiatives, resource access, and unit cohesion.
  • Unit Readiness Coordinator Assistant (URCA), 03/13/22, 12/20/25, Assisted in tracking and reporting individual and unit readiness, including training compliance and deployment preparedness.

Accomplishments

  • Utilized Excel to streamline inventory tracking, enhancing data visibility and operational efficiency for over 10,000+ assets.
  • Managed accountability and inventory control for over 250,000 ordnance assets valued at $3.5 million, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational readiness.
  • Led cross-functional teams to optimize operational readiness and improve workflow efficiency.
  • Directed and supervised over 340+ volunteers across 45 events, collectively contributing more than 300 hours of community service and program support.
  • Improved unit morale and cohesion by 37% by revamping the unit readiness board, resulting in enhanced quality of life and engagement.

Certification

Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI)

Timeline

Quality Assurance Safety Observer (QASO)

11-2024

Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI)

02-2024

Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Handling

06-2022

Ordnance Configuration Managment (CM)

04-2022

Unit Readiness Coordinator Assistant (URCA)

United States Marine Corps
03.2022 - 12.2025

Family Readiness Command Team Advisor (FRCTA)

United States Marine Corps
03.2022 - 12.2025

Intramural Volleyball Coordinator

United States Marine Corps
01.2022 - Current

Unit Representative, Single Marine Program (SMP)

United States Marine Corps
09.2021 - 07.2023

Vice President/Recorder, Single Marine Program (SMP)

United States Marine Corps
09.2021 - 02.2023

Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Operation

03-2021

Aviation Ordnance Technician

United States Marine Corps
12.2020 - 12.2025

Associate of Arts -

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity, Minor in Finance

University of Maryland Global Campus - Online
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