Victor Suarez
Killeen,TX
Summary
Dynamic Combat Engineer with over 20 years of exceptional service in the United States Army, recognized for outstanding leadership in pivotal roles such as Team Leader, Squad Leader, Drill Sergeant, Platoon Sergeant, and Combat Advisor within the CENTCOM region. Possessing deep expertise in combat operations and specialized engineering functions, I excel in training and managing teams in high-pressure environments. A skilled communicator with a successful track record across diverse military assignments, I have completed multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan and served in advisory roles in Ukraine and the United Arab Emirates. My collaborative efforts with Border Patrol in the Yuma Sector and McAllen, TX, demonstrate my adaptability and dedication to national security. Renowned for building extensive networks and cultivating strong personal relationships, I thrive in accomplishing critical missions. A critical thinker and proactive problem solver, I consistently deliver innovative solutions and impactful results. Results-driven Combat Engineer with expertise in leadership development, security operations, and tactical planning. Proven ability to mentor diverse teams and execute high-stakes missions, ensuring operational success and team cohesion.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Combat Engineer
Unites States Army
Fort Hood, Texas
10.2005 - Current
- Served as a gunner during deployment to Iraq (Oct 2007–Feb 2009), executing route clearance and security operations in combat environments.
- Selected as Team Leader for exceptional leadership and tactical performance in high-risk missions.
- Led soldiers in the maintenance and employment of mounted weapon systems, ensuring operational readiness and mission success.
- Deployed twice to Afghanistan (2010–2011 and 2012–2013) as a Route Clearance Squad Leader.
- Directed multiple combat patrols to identify and neutralize IED threats, ensuring safe mobility for coalition forces.
- Mentored junior NCOs in leadership, tactical planning, and safety, enhancing unit effectiveness and cohesion.
- Served as Reconnaissance NCO, supporting the 173rd Airborne Brigade during multinational exercises in Europe.
- Conducted route and terrain reconnaissance from Vicenza, Italy, to Spain, to support large-scale training events.
- Served as a Counter-IED Advisor in Ukraine, training Ukrainian soldiers in detection and neutralization procedures, improving partner force capabilities.
- Led three Drill Sergeants and trained over 600 engineer trainees through Basic Combat Training and AIT.
- Oversaw all aspects of soldier development, welfare, and discipline, ensuring high graduation and retention rates.
- Recognized as Drill Sergeant of the Cycle, his platoon earned top honors in each training rotation.
- Supervised 35 soldiers in daily operations, training, and mission execution, maintaining peak readiness.
- Deployed for 11 months to the Southwest Border, providing engineer support to the U.S. Border Patrol in the Yuma and McAllen sectors.
- As S2 NCOIC, I enhanced intelligence gathering, analysis, and reporting processes supporting engineer operations.
- Served as an Engineer Advisor to the UAE Armed Forces, providing instruction on mobility, countermobility, and survivability operations.
- Coordinated multinational training efforts and prepared partner forces for participation in the Joint Readiness Training Center rotation.
- Strengthened international partnerships through consistent, results-driven mentorship, and technical expertise.
Education
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Criminal Justice
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN08-2025
Associate Of Science (AS) - Criminal Justice
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN12-2024
Skills
Leadership, training and development, intelligence operations, route clearance, reconnaissance, counter-IED operations, cross-cultural advising, mission planning, risk management, team building, security operations, mentorship
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
Bronze star Medal, Army Commendation Medal 6, Joint Service Achievement Service Medal, Army Achievement Medal 3, Certificate of Achievement 3, Combat Action Badge, Air Assault Badge, NATO Medal 3
Certification
Designated Marksman, Urban Breacher, Sapper Leader Course, Federal Bureau of Investigation Improvised Explosive Threats, Special Warfare Center Foreign Weapons Course, Air Assault course, Tactical Casualty Combat Care (TC3)
Timeline
Combat Engineer
Unites States Army
10.2005 - Current
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Criminal Justice
Austin Peay State University
Associate Of Science (AS) - Criminal Justice
Austin Peay State University