Ueilain Tonumaipea
Fort Irwin
Summary
Dynamic and results‑driven operations leader with extensive experience managing diverse teams, coordinating complex organizational functions, and sustaining high levels of readiness in demanding environments. Demonstrates advanced proficiency in personnel management, administrative oversight, and training development while ensuring seamless execution of daily operations, logistics, equipment maintenance, and movement planning. Skilled in synchronizing cross‑functional teams, communicating leadership intent, enforcing standards and safety protocols, and cultivating a cohesive, high‑performance culture. Recognized for exceptional mentorship, problem‑solving ability, and the capacity to manage resources, personnel, and mission requirements with precision, accountability, and professionalism.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Headquarters Platoon Sergeant
HHD, RSS 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment
08.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and training of soldiers, ensuring mission readiness and adherence to standards.
- Developed and implemented tactical training programs to enhance team performance and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment deployment, optimizing resource allocation and supporting mission success.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to improve individual and unit effectiveness.
- Enforce Army standards in appearance, conduct, and performance.
- Implement and monitor safety programs, risk assessments, and mitigation measures.
- Lead by example in physical fitness, professionalism, and ethical conduct. Fostered teamwork through mentorship initiatives, enhancing unit cohesion and morale among soldiers.
- Communicate commander’s intent and priorities to NCOs and Soldiers.
Training Analysist Feedback Facility Supervisor
HHD, RSS 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment
04.2023 - 11.2025
- Supervise, coordinate, and schedule TAFF Specialists who support Observer/Controller-Trainer (OCT) teams.
- Provide day‑to‑day oversight, mentorship, and performance management for contractor personnel and junior Non-Commissioned Officers.
- Ensure staff maintain situational awareness, doctrinal understanding, and tactical knowledge relevant to Battlefield operations.
- Oversee the preparation, operation, and presentation of multimedia products used during AARs across Army Battle Command Systems (ABCS) and OIS suites.
- Ensured TAFF teams deliver accurate, timely, and high‑quality AAR visual products that support training objectives for both the Opposition Forces and Rotational Units.
- Communicate effectively with Brigade level leadership, technical staff, and training units to ensure mission success.
- Ensured TAFF Team compliance with the EXOP regulations by staying informed on current requirements applicable to every operation.
Observer Coach and Trainer
HHD, RSS 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Monitored operational objectives to ensure compliance with safety and performance standards.
- Analyzed data trends to facilitate informed decision-making for mission planning.
- Coordinated briefings and debriefings to enhance communication among the command team and team members.
- Developed training materials to improve the team's understanding of coaching and mentorship protocols.
- Provide doctrinally sound guidance to leaders and Soldiers at all levels of the unit.
- Build accurate, objective AAR products using ground information and TAFF support. Present key events, decisions, and outcomes to help units self‑identify key issues.
- Communicate commander’s intent, training objectives, and scenario updates.
Fire Direction Center Chief/ Section Leader
3rd Brigade, 3rd SQND, 4th CAV Regiment
06.2018 - 07.2023
- Lead and supervise all FDC personnel, ensuring proficiency in fire direction procedures, safety, and mission execution.
- Enforce standards, discipline, and readiness across the section.
- Serve as the senior enlisted advisor to the Platoon Leader and the Company Commander on FDC operations.
- Oversee data sheets, computer records, verification, and processing of fire missions from observers, and validate firing solutions and ensure they meet safety, accuracy, and doctrinal requirements.
- Enforce all fire support and firing safety procedures outlined by the unit TACSOP, and Field Manuals. Conduct safety checks on firing data, terrain, and ammunition handling and ensures positive clearance of airspace and adherence to weapons safety posture.
- Train FDC Soldiers on manual and digital gunnery, fire mission processing, and fire support doctrine. Evaluate Soldier performance and recommend corrective training or professional development
- Provided comprehensive logistics and sustainment oversight by maintaining all required equipment, communications systems, and fire control materials; supervising load plans, movement operations, and field/deployment preparation; and tracking ammunition status, reporting, and resupply requirements.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Barstow Community College
Barstow, CA10-2024
Skills
- Safety procedures
- Operational planning
- Task delegation
- Personnel management
- Leadership and skills enhancement
- Personnel and equipment accountability
- Career counseling and mentorship
- Fosters team cohesion
Accomplishments
Significantly enhanced organizational effectiveness by providing expert guidance that improved mission execution, expertly managing $990,375 in equipment with zero loss and 100% accountability, and strengthening relationships with senior leaders to expand access to critical support and resources. Qualified over 112 Soldiers as an expert grader for E3B and delivered data‑driven, mission‑enhancing feedback to the Regiment through TAFF operations.
Certification
- Information Security Program Training
- Army OPSEC Level 1
- Introduction to Ammunition
- Structured Self-Development Leve1, 2 & 3
- Equal Opportunity Leaders Course
- Infantry Mortar Leaders Course
- Basic Leaders Course
- Advanced Leaders Course
- Senior Leaders Course
- Combat Life Saver
- ASAT, Advanced Situational Awareness training
- Composite Risk Management Training
- Cyber awareness Training
- Observer Controller/ Trainer Academy course
Languages
Samoan
Full Professional
Timeline
Headquarters Platoon Sergeant
HHD, RSS 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment
08.2023 - Current
Training Analysist Feedback Facility Supervisor
HHD, RSS 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment
04.2023 - 11.2025
Observer Coach and Trainer
HHD, RSS 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment
08.2022 - 08.2023
Fire Direction Center Chief/ Section Leader
3rd Brigade, 3rd SQND, 4th CAV Regiment
06.2018 - 07.2023
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Barstow Community College