Christopher Surprenant

Experience

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  United States Air Force

  Jun 2003 - Sept 2023

  • Conducted commander-directed investigation on international and domestic parties and authored 500+ page detailed report for decision-making authorities.• Coordinated with legal representatives to ensure procedural adherence and admissibility of evidence.• Managed a diverse team of 160 pilots and sensor operators, overseeing scheduling, HR, training, security, IT, and disciplinary functions.• Liaison for all RQ-4 operations in the Pacific, scheduled and managed mission coordination and intelligence collection on America’s top two near-peer nations, while ensuring compliance of over 100,000 pages of military and civilian, FAA and ICAO regulations and policies.• Accumulated over 400+ hours in combat ISR missions, contributing to the capture/elimination of high-priority terrorist targets. Show less • Conducted comprehensive inspections to evaluate cross-functional compliance and organizational effectiveness across 26 domestic and international military installations.• Administered self-reporting compliance programs for 130k personnel, facilitating weekly seminars to disseminate policies and provide feedback.• Spearheaded the development of a virtual inspection program, significantly reducing physical inspection requirements while maintaining regulatory compliance and operational effectiveness.• Analyzed inspection data to identify trends and areas for improvement, providing actionable recommendations to senior leadership.• Collaborated with internal stakeholders to implement corrective actions and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. Show less • Directed a team of 140 technicians in aircraft maintenance and ground operations for C-5, C-17, and KC-135 aircraft, ensuring compliance with stringent regulations and standards.• Implemented efficient processes and procedures to optimize aircraft maintenance schedules, resulting in increased productivity and reduced downtime.• Managed the accountability, serviceability, and maintenance of aircraft and equipment valued at over $8.2 million, maintaining an operational readiness rating of 98%.• Led continuous improvement initiatives, utilizing data-driven analysis to identify areas for enhancement and implementing solutions to improve efficiency and quality.• Developed and implemented comprehensive risk management strategies, mitigating potential safety hazards, and ensuring operational excellence. Show less

  • Director of Staff / Pilot – Aircraft Commander

    Nov 2017 - Sept 2023

  • Command Inspector

    Jul 2015 - Nov 2017

  • Aviation Maintenance Operations Manager

    Jun 2003 - Jul 2015
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  Office of the Attorney General

  Sept 2023 - Mar 2024

  Investigator – Medicaid Fraud Control Unit

  • Established a comprehensive investigator library, streamlining access to essential resources and fostering continuity within the unit.• Facilitated bi-weekly investigator meetings, enhancing operational alignment and teamwork.• Achieved convictions within the first three months by identifying substantial fraud and presenting compelling evidence.• Pioneered a novel investigation technique leveraging geo-location data for combating home healthcare fraud.• Conducted big data analysis utilizing advanced algorithms and modeling to detect Medicaid fraud statewide. Show less

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  Dassault Falcon Jet

  Apr 2024 - now

  • Manage 7 teams, across 3 disciplines, consisting of ~75 personnel that complete and deliver the best business class jets in the industry• Responsible for 10 parking spots in 3 hangars, assigned dedicated teams and time to ingrain 5S methodology led by expert black-belt • Tip of the pyramid; oversee “on-aircraft” production of $50+ M dollar aircraft. “Off-aircraft” completions funnel products to business unit for modification, installation, and troubleshooting.• Guiding fundamental progress for industry-leading aviation practices in tool control, TMDE, hazmat, consumables, cleanliness, aircraft protection, PPE, and documentation. Show less

  • Production Manager – F9/F2 Business Unit

    Oct 2024 - now

  • Production Engineer

    Apr 2024 - Oct 2024