WILLIAM J. SUBLETTE JR
Jacksonville,NC
Summary
Aviation operations and maintenance leader with over 10 years of experience managing large-scale aircraft maintenance programs and driving organizational transformation. Expertise includes fleet management, aircraft integration, and process improvement within complex environments. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to enhance operational readiness and availability. Seeking to leverage aviation and program management skills in a civilian aerospace or technical leadership role.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transition Program Manager (CH-53K Integration)
United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville, NC
07.2025 - Current
- Managed requirements, schedules, and processes for unit divestment, new equipment integration, workforce training, and logistics support to enhance operational readiness.
- Led planning and execution for transitioning aviation units from legacy CH-53E aircraft to the new CH-53K platform.
- Collaborated with engineering, logistics, and program office stakeholders to facilitate platform introduction and establish long-term sustainment strategies.
Aviation Maintenance Manager / Department Head, HMHT-302
United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville, NC
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Directed the Marine Corps’ largest heavy-lift helicopter maintenance department, overseeing 22 aircraft (18 CH-53E, 4 CH-53K) and support equipment valued at over $1 billion.
- Transitioned unit from single-platform to first dual-platform (CH-53E/CH-53K) squadron, establishing maintenance processes, workforce plans, and training requirements to support operational readiness.
- Oversaw 70-person maintenance support contract as Contracting Officer Representative; ensured compliance and performance in partnership with headquarters and program office stakeholders.
- Collaborated with engineering and logistics agencies (DLA, Fleet Support Teams, NATEC) to enhance legacy platform material condition and streamline new aircraft sustainment processes.
Lead Instructor / Course Manager
Marine Aviation Weapons & Tactics Squadron 1 (MAWTS-1)
Yuma, AZ
06.2020 - 06.2023
- Developed and delivered 150 hours of advanced curriculum on aviation maintenance management, enhancing officer-level students' operational readiness.
- Trained and certified 120+ maintenance engineering officers, improving expertise across all Marine Corps aviation platforms.
- Led maintenance integration efforts for the F-35 and CH-53K during large-scale training exercises.
- Coordinated execution of six major training events, facilitating collaboration among all aviation units involved.
Aviation Maintenance Manager
VMA-311
Yuma, AZ
07.2017 - 05.2020
- Planned and executed a full squadron deployment to Bahrain, delivering 10 fully mission-capable aircraft and maintaining 100% mission success for all combat operations in the Middle East.
- Improved fleet readiness and material condition, achieving the highest fully mission-capable rate across the Harrier community.
- Managed maintenance operations for 16 AV-8B Harrier aircraft and associated equipment valued at $700M+.
- Maintained high aircraft availability amid logistical constraints, supporting uninterrupted operational readiness.
- Led return of aircraft and equipment to home station, ensuring accountability and logistics coordination for safe transport.
Student
Officer Candidate Training / Maintenance Management School
Quantico, VA
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Participated in team exercises to strengthen collaboration and communication skills, contributing to improved teamwork.
- Completed training modules in leadership and management principles, enhancing ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
- Acquired technical training in maintenance planning, scheduling, and weight-and-balance certification for multiple aircraft platforms, ensuring operational readiness and compliance.
Aviation Maintenance Controller & Quality Assurance Specialist (CH-53E)
HMHT-302
Jacksonville, NC
04.2012 - 01.2017
- Managed maintenance and readiness of 17 aircraft valued at $960M+, ensuring 100% aircraft availability for training and flight operations.
- Led quality assurance and compliance programs, enhancing process adherence and technician proficiency throughout the department.
- Oversaw production control and maintenance operations for the Marine Corps’ primary CH-53E training squadron.
- Trained maintenance personnel on procedures, safety, and technical standards.
Recruiting Manager / Recruiter
Marine Corps
Chicago, IL
02.2009 - 03.2012
- Sourced and screened candidates for career opportunities in Marine Corps, ensuring alignment with organizational needs.
Aviation Structural Mechanic (CH-53D)
HMH-463
Kaneohe Bay, HI
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Served as collateral duty inspector, quality assurance representative, and maintenance training representative, ensuring compliance with maintenance standards.
- Supported operations and contingencies during deployments to Iraq (OIF 2006) and the Unit Deployment Program (2008), contributing to mission readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Charleston West Virginia
Charleston, WVSkills
- Program management
- Requirements gathering
- Logistics coordination
- Maintenance planning
- Quality assurance
- Stakeholder engagement
- Training development
- Decision making
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Team development
Certification
- Active Secret Clearance
- Collateral Duty Inspector
- Quality Assurance Representative
- Safe-for-Flight Maintenance Controller
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Officer
- Weapons and Tactics Instructor
- Marine Corps Recruiter
- Contracting Officer Representative
Timeline
Transition Program Manager (CH-53K Integration)
United States Marine Corps
07.2025 - Current
Aviation Maintenance Manager / Department Head, HMHT-302
United States Marine Corps
07.2023 - 06.2025
Lead Instructor / Course Manager
Marine Aviation Weapons & Tactics Squadron 1 (MAWTS-1)
06.2020 - 06.2023
Aviation Maintenance Manager
VMA-311
07.2017 - 05.2020
Student
Officer Candidate Training / Maintenance Management School
02.2017 - 06.2017
Aviation Maintenance Controller & Quality Assurance Specialist (CH-53E)
HMHT-302
04.2012 - 01.2017
Recruiting Manager / Recruiter
Marine Corps
02.2009 - 03.2012
Aviation Structural Mechanic (CH-53D)
HMH-463
01.2005 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Charleston West Virginia