Andrew Ochoa
Little Rock
Summary
Professional with strong background in managing and maintaining dynamic teams and equipment. Proven ability to lead, ensuring seamless operations and maximizing efficiency. Skilled in equipment maintenance, safety protocols, and resource allocation. Known for flexibility, reliability, and achieving results in dynamic environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interm Aircrew Flight Equipment Superintendent
United States Air Force National Guard
09.2024 - Current
- Validated and maintained up-to-date self-inspection checklists.
- Educated and managed staff on best practices in use and maintenance of equipment inventory.
- Provided guidance for budget planning related to equipment purchases, maintenance expenses, and personnel needs for the section.
- Evaluated and recommended upgrades or replacements for outdated equipment to maintain productivity.
- Implemented training programs for technicians, improving their skill sets and overall efficiency.
Aircrew Flight Equipment Flight Chief
United States Air Force National Guard
01.2019 - 09.2024
- Manages the growth and development of 13 personnel overseeing support of 357 aircrew members, 16 assigned aircraft, 2 thousand equipment assets completing over 6 thousand inspections
- Manages the completion of 541 upgrade training tasks while highlighting training needs and shortfalls to establish action plans alongside the Quality Assurance section and Superintendent
- Coordinates the transfer of 5 thousand equipment assets for 10 aircraft transfers for foreign and domestic operations, identifies equipment shortfalls to prevent degradation to the mission
- Assessed individual skills of team and delegated daily tasks based on strengths.
- Enhanced flight safety by conducting thorough pre-flight inspections and addressing potential issues.
Additional Duty First Sergeant
United States Air Force National Guard
11.2017 - 08.2024
- Acting First Sergeant in place of the deployed First Sergeant for the Logistics Readiness Squadron, provided support to 80 personnel remaining at home station
- Leads 300 personnel to support agencies, enforces compliance with applicable Air Force guidance, advises on matters relating to fair and equitable treatment amongst all military personnel
- Creates an environment of esprit de corps, ensuring all personnel had a voice to make change and selected 20 personnel to be nominated for awards for their hard work and dedication to the mission
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Aircrew Flight Equipment Quality Assurance
United States Air Force
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Ensured compliance with all guidance and regulations pertaining to Aircrew Flight Equipment and 32 shop programs while establishing standards for uniformity and training purposes
- Interpreted program, equipment and guidance changes with personnel to maintain effective and standardized procedures for all 13 technicians to follow
- Inspected and identified 275 equipment and program discrepancies, coordinated individual/group training while revalidating internal quality control through personnel evaluations
Aircrew Flight Equipment Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge
United States Air Force
07.2011 - 11.2015
- Completed 5 thousand equipment and program inspections relating to Aircrew Flight Equipment, managed work and personnel schedules to ensure timely completion of all assigned duties
- Managed the weapons arming program for 125 aircrew personnel, ensured anti-hijacking measures for flying personnel during hostile mission support
- Performed as Security Forces Augmentee during manning shortage, performed security checks to include base access verification ensuring the safety of 8 thousand installation personnel
Education
Associates - Aircrew Safety Systems
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01.2023
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR04.2025
Skills
- Leadership
- Relationship building
- Human Resources
- Critical Problem Solving
- Scheduling and planning
- Health and safety
Certification
- Applied Suicide Intervention Training Specialist
- Continuous Process Improvement - Yellow Belt
Timeline
Interm Aircrew Flight Equipment Superintendent
United States Air Force National Guard
09.2024 - Current
Aircrew Flight Equipment Flight Chief
United States Air Force National Guard
01.2019 - 09.2024
Additional Duty First Sergeant
United States Air Force National Guard
11.2017 - 08.2024
Aircrew Flight Equipment Quality Assurance
United States Air Force
01.2015 - 01.2019
Aircrew Flight Equipment Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge
United States Air Force
07.2011 - 11.2015
Associates - Aircrew Safety Systems
Community College of The Air Force
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
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