Tracie Hough
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Veteran Subject Matter Expert with 20 years of experience in leading, planning, and critical thinking. Earned Bachelor degree from Pennsylvania State University, 2000 and Masters degree from Air University, 2013. Experienced in developing and implementing training programs and standard operating procedures as well as advising and reporting to executives for continued progress in productivity. Widely-known expert in the command and control field providing exceptional insight into advanced problems leading to exceptional solutions.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Command & Control Subject Matter Expert/ Staff Officer
Air Combat Command
Langley AFB, VA
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Strategically planned and prioritized Air Combat Command’s new “Lead Wing” re-organization education, training and resources to meet Commander, Air Combat Command intent and future agile combat employment maneuvers and missions
- Provided subject matter expertise and guidance to cross-functional teams in the development of new products.
Deputy Group Commander
183rd Air Operations Group
Springfield, IL
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Supervised 43 full time federal technicians, active guard reservists, and contractors who ensured readiness of 249 operators, planners and staff officers in support of state/federal requirements, augmenting air operations centers and joint staffs locally and world-wide.
Chief, Component Numbered Air Force Branch
Air National Guard Readiness Center
Joint Base Andrews, MD
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Newly trained 13O Multi-Domain Warfare officer and strategic planner/ critical thinker, managed/prioritized manpower, training and funding resources for eight Air National Guard air operations groups augmenting air operations centers world-wide.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Commander
168th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
Eielson AFB, AK
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Commanded 54 flight line personnel providing maintenance to nine KC-135R aircraft, and coordinated resources in support of NORAD, PACOM and TRANSCOM requirements.
- Evaluated performance of subordinate staff members and provided feedback as necessary.
- Managed daily administrative tasks associated with running a successful squadron operation.
- Created an environment conducive to teamwork among personnel at all levels within the organization.
Deputy Chief, Operations Plans Division
First Air Force (Air Forces Northern)
Tyndall AFB, FL
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Excellent communicator/planner, authoring urgent operational needs and concept of operations for NORAD-NORTHCOM (N-NC) Combatant Commander (CCDR) and 1AF Commander, and planning major events like the 58th Presidential Inauguration and State of the Union Address.
- Maintained a high level of communication with other divisions within the organization.
- Researched and prepared reports required by management or governmental agencies.
Division Chief, Strategic Requirements
First Air Force (Air Forces Northern)
Tyndall AFB, FL
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed a 3-person team advocating for $355 million of strategic requirements in AF Program Objective Memorandum on behalf of the N-NC CCDR and 1AF Commander.
- Created presentations summarizing key findings from research projects conducted by the division.
- Collaborated closely with other divisions to develop cross-functional teams focused on specific projects.
Chief, Squadron Operations / Exercise Director
112th Air Operations Squadron
State College, PA
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Interfaced with senior ranking military members and civilian contractors to design simulated mission scenarios exercising 30 combat operations positions in the AOC for various combatant commands.
Air Technician
123rd Air Control Squadron
Blue Ash, OH
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Sector Liaison Officer for the Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS) Joint Air Defense Operations Center (JADOC) Detachment 1 coordinating information flow to and from the JADOC operations floor and CONR to protect the National Capital Region from air breathing threats.
Chief, Standards and Evaluations
606th Air Control Squadron
Spangdahlem AB, GE
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Supervised team of 13 who evaluated 54 personnel on 13 different qualifications to guarantee all members were ready for combat at any time.
Operations Training Officer
606th Air Control Squadron
Spangdahlem AB, GE
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Planned and organized 1,200 hours of academic and positional training, supervising a team of 20 instructors teaching 13 qualifications, preparing students for US and NATO taskings.
Chief, Plans and Exercises
606th Air Control Squadron
Spangdahlem AB, GE
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Liaised with civilian companies and USAF higher echelons to bring new technically advanced simulation system to the unit for increased training capabilities.
Air Weapons Officer
960th Airborne Air Control Squadron
Tinker AFB, OK
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Essential to the OEF and OIF fights supervising 2,600 air refueling, and deconflicting routing for 280 coalition and civilian aircraft, and 140 strike packages destroying over 30 short-notice targets.
Air Weapons Officer Student
552nd Training Squadron
Tinker AFB, OK
01.2002 - 10.2002
- Distinguished Graduate, achieving 99.2% academic average during 236 hours of classroom instruction and 147.5 hours of simulator training.
Air Battle Management Student
325th Training Squadron
Tyndall AFB, FL
01.2001 - 10.2001
- Successfully completed the Air Battle Manager course on time, totaling 1360 hours of classroom and simulator academics.
Equal Employment Opportunity Office
325th Mission Support Squadron
Tyndall AFB, FL
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Served as office assistant to department manager by filing claims, organizing and proofreading reports, and producing correspondence between staff and 100 clients.
Education
Master Degree - Military Operational Art and Science
Air University
12.2013
Baccalaureate Degree - Operations and Information Systems Management
Penn State University
University Park, PA08-2000
Skills
- Training and Mentoring
- Strategic Thinking
- Project Planning
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Process Analysis
- Experience in Leadership
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Adaptability
- Team Building
- Strong written and verbal communicator
- Team liaison
- Research Capabilities
- Strong Analytical Skills
Timeline
Command & Control Subject Matter Expert/ Staff Officer
Air Combat Command
01.2022 - 10.2023
Deputy Group Commander
183rd Air Operations Group
01.2020 - 01.2022
Chief, Component Numbered Air Force Branch
Air National Guard Readiness Center
01.2019 - 01.2020
Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Commander
168th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
01.2017 - 01.2019
Deputy Chief, Operations Plans Division
First Air Force (Air Forces Northern)
01.2016 - 01.2017
Division Chief, Strategic Requirements
First Air Force (Air Forces Northern)
01.2014 - 01.2016
Chief, Squadron Operations / Exercise Director
112th Air Operations Squadron
01.2011 - 01.2014
Air Technician
123rd Air Control Squadron
01.2009 - 01.2011
Chief, Standards and Evaluations
606th Air Control Squadron
01.2006 - 01.2007
Operations Training Officer
606th Air Control Squadron
01.2005 - 01.2006
Chief, Plans and Exercises
606th Air Control Squadron
01.2004 - 01.2005
Air Weapons Officer
960th Airborne Air Control Squadron
01.2002 - 01.2004
Air Weapons Officer Student
552nd Training Squadron
01.2002 - 10.2002
Air Battle Management Student
325th Training Squadron
01.2001 - 10.2001
Equal Employment Opportunity Office
325th Mission Support Squadron
01.2000 - 01.2001
Master Degree - Military Operational Art and Science
Air University
Baccalaureate Degree - Operations and Information Systems Management
Penn State University
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