Trevor Drake
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Superintendent with extensive experience leading aircraft maintenance initiatives and personnel. Expert in program planning and management, enhancing operational efficiency through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration. Proven interpersonal skills foster teamwork, driving mission success while ensuring compliance with USAF directives and safety regulations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Superintendent
53d Test and Evaluation Gp
01.2024 - 06.2026
- Led all aspects of aircraft maintenance for the USAF's first Collaborative Combat Aircraft
program. - Oversaw the development of maintenance doctrine, organizational structure, policy, facility management, personnel training & education.
- Coordinated with ACC, System Program
Office, & independent aircraft vendors to accelerate SECAF's tactical air dominance imperative. - Established initial CONOPS for all current & future maintenance personnel.
OT&E Production Superintendent
53d Test and Evaluation Gp
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Led the AF’s only F-22 Maintenance Operational Test Division overseeing the modification and
testing of 16 F-22s. - Worked with the maintenance group and program office to execute and report on ACC-directed operational tests to field new capabilities.
- Teamed with industry partners to eliminate logistical constraints and streamline maintenance test efforts to achieve the CSAF’s priorities.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of operational systems to enhance performance and reliability.
Programs Section Chief
727 Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Sq
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Led a multi-disciplinary team, spanning 4 AFSCs to implement operating policies & procedures on behalf of the commander.
- Regulated officer & enlisted evaluations, decorations, and CMS products while facilitatating unit career information with HQ AFPC.
- Oversaw mobility readiness status for personnel and equipment across two unique maintenance units comprised of 340-personnel.
Flightline Expediter
727 Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Sq
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Supervised 86 RPA technicians, 28 contractors and directed maintenance on fleet of 51 MQ-9 aircraft and 38 ground control stations.
- Managed work priorities, and drove the completion of all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
Specialist Expediter
525 Aircraft Maintenance Unit
12.2018 - 06.2019
- Oversaw integrated avionics, electrical, & environmental system maintenance on unit's 23 F-22 aircraft.
- Developed and implemented maintenance schedules to enhance aircraft readiness and safety compliance.
- Led cross-functional teams in troubleshooting complex aircraft systems, improving resolution times and operational efficiency.
Education
Project Management
Embry-Ri
12-2024
Associate of Science - Avionics System Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05-2017
Skills
- Thorough understanding of USAF and DoD directives governing aircraft maintenance programs
- Ability to analyze complex data, identify problems, draw conclusions, and recommend corrective actions
- Program planning and management skills for implementing avionics equipment systems and initiatives
- Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods for assessing and improving program performance
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of safety, health, and security regulations as they relate to USAF sortie generation
- Microsoft Office Suite
Accomplishments
Lance P. Sijan Trophy Recipient - USAFWC (2024)
Annual Safety Award Recipient - USCENTCOM (2016)
12x Maintenance Professional of the Quarter
2x Maintenance Professional of the Year
Certification
Ground Radiotelephone Operator License with RADAR Endorsement (FCC GROL)
Certified Project Manager (Institute of Project Management)
Timeline
Maintenance Superintendent
53d Test and Evaluation Gp
01.2024 - 06.2026
OT&E Production Superintendent
53d Test and Evaluation Gp
06.2022 - 12.2024
Programs Section Chief
727 Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Sq
03.2021 - 05.2022
Flightline Expediter
727 Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Sq
12.2019 - 02.2020
Specialist Expediter
525 Aircraft Maintenance Unit
12.2018 - 06.2019
Project Management
Embry-Ri
Associate of Science - Avionics System Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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