Shannon Boldman

Experience

• 

  U.S. Army

  Jul 2007 - Aug 2012

  Company First Sergeant (Training and Development Manager)

  Analyzes training needs and plans, develops, and provides training programs for over 100 employees using classroom training, demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, conferences and workshops. Manages, trains, and evaluates individual performance, provides recommendations for improvement. Provides purpose, direction, and motivation for employees. Works with outside agencies to help employees achieve personal and professional goal. Agency services include: continuing education; health and wellness; financial; legal; parenting and childcare; and spouse/family education, counseling, and employment. Confers with senior leaders to identify needs of the organization based on projected production processes, changes, and other factors. Implements changes and evaluates effectiveness of the changes. Manages personnel and logistics in order to accomplish all tasks; coordinates and implements training programs and directs on-the-job training; writes routine and special reports, commendations, and operations plans; edits and prepares tactical and training plans; assists in making formal briefing presentations and in presenting instruction to larger groups (30-70); provides formal and informal counseling to individuals and groups. Writes, review/revise, and implements standard operating procedures to better streamline efficiency in all processes of the organization. Out of six departments, maintained the highest retention rates in the organization. Show less

• 

  U.S.A. Sergeants Major Academy (ARMY)

  Aug 2012 - Jul 2013

  Student

  The U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy (USASMA) is acknowledged by military and civilian organizations as the world's premiere institution for the education of noncommissioned officers. USASMA is headed by a three-star level nominative command sergeant major and is supported by a world-class staff and faculty. The Sergeants Major Course (SMC) is 10 months long and prepares senior NCOs to lead at the highest levels of the Army and defense department. SMC educates Master Sergeants and Sergeants Major in unified land operations and strategic operations to prepare them to take positions throughout the Department of Defense. Course instruction provides tools to develop critical reasoning, creative thinking and decision-making skills, as well as enhanced character, self-expression and teamwork. The course assists in the development of logical, practical and original reasoning abilities necessary for problem solving. Students analyze problems based on available information, arrive at logical solutions and decisions with reasonable speed, communicate reasoning and decisions orally and in writing, and supervise to ensure proper execution. Intellectual honesty, integrity, and professional values and standards are highly stressed. SMC is 10 months long, a total of 1,420 instructional hours, and is also offered as a nonresident course culmination in two weeks of resident instruction at the Academy. SMC prepares Master Sergeants and Sergeants Major to elevate from a tactical level of thinking to an operational and strategic perspective thus preparing them for leadership positions in organizations executing unified land operations. What Soldiers learn prepares them for leadership positions in joint, interagency, intergovernmental, multinational organizations (JIIM) as well as battalion, brigade, and division through echelons-above-corps (EAC) staff sergeants major command levels. Show less

• 

  U.S. Army

  Jul 2013 - Jul 2018

  Operations Sergeant Major (Operations Manager)

  Planned training, missions, and created long range calendar for 1000-4000 personnel in support of the vision of both overseas and U.S. based senior leadership for multiple organizations. Managed staffs to problem solve and develop positive courses of actions in order to make recommendations to senior leadership on the direction of the organization. Coordinates with all departments to ensure resources were procured for organizational success. *Displays ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously by managing an operations center of over 100+ personnel and streamlining operational procedures resulting in efficient processes *Collaborates with administrative, security, logistics, and transportation personnel to endure all departments clearly understood role in support of over 4000 individuals*Consulted finance representative for budget approval to purchase equipment; supervised inventory of equipment valued at over $6M*Instructed over 100 personnel in security and self-defense techniques*Trained and developed staff in current and future operations planning*Reviewed and edited performance evaluations for junior leaders*Reviews, develops and implements policy and procedures to better enhance work environment and productivity Show less

• 

  Native American Technology Corporation

  Oct 2018 - Mar 2022

  Computer Based Trainer

  Responsible for all aspects of day-to-day operation at any Small Unit Training (SUT) campus as required; functionally serves as SUT campus lead in support of unit collective training. Responsible for ensuring all software and hardware configurations and various simulation systems (VBS, TSS, etc.) can communicate and work reliably. Capable of running any SUT system in assigned facility without supervision. Develops training products that meet the customer requirements. Briefs Soldiers on the efficient use of technology and assist the customers on achieving their training goals. Acts as the Games for Training (GFT) system administrator and operator of multiple simulation and tactical communication systems. Able to use scripts in the Run Time Editor to change variables and conditions within the simulation environment as required by the Commander. Briefs leaders, visitors, and distinguished guests with facility overview and hands on user experiences to showcase the capabilities of the systems and the professional competence of the Warrior Skills Training Center (WSTC) Staff. Maintains, troubleshoots and corrects system issues. Maintains a common database of add-ons that allows speedy integration of multiple systems into a single simulation when required by unit training events. Cross-trains, as required, to support other simulation or individual training requirements within the Mission Training Complex team. Serves as the SUT Digital Master Gunner (DMG). Integrates Army Battle Command Systems (JBC-P, FBCB2, CPOF, AFATDS) and voice/digital communication systems into the scenario. Show less

• 

  MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc.

  Mar 2022 - Aug 2023

  Computer System Analyst II

  Uses Army simulation tools in an immersive gaming based blended simulation training environment. Powers up, troubleshoots, repairs, and powers down systems. Proficient in related Army Battle Command Systems (ABCS). Perform necessary network and simulation preparation prior to operations and performs necessary maintenance, adjustments before, during and after exercises. Works with unit leaders to design, develop and integrate training scenarios that meet the customers training focus and intent. Develops employee work plans. Develops new uses that extend the usefulness of Army simulation tools to support current customer needs. Maintains currency with current and emerging doctrine, tactics, equipment, weapons and procedures of the US and Coalition Forces. Provides analytical and technical support to projects involving training to include; create, refine tactical/operational documentation, and other efforts requiring a combination of military operations and simulation expertise.• Possesses administrator knowledge of VBS, DXTRS, AGM and Windows server operating systems.• Possesses military leadership experience at platoon through brigade level.• Proficient with the operation of Army Battle Command Systems (ABCS).• Familiar with current military regulations, policies and standards.• Possesses the ability to work multiple projects/tasks; interfaces with multiple contractors, Government, and US military personnel.• Excellent communication skills.• Posseses a Secret Security Clearance.• Over 3 years of simulations training experience.• Armor and Digital Master Gunner certified.• COMPTIA Security+ certified. Show less

• 

  Northrop Grumman

  Aug 2023 - now

  Sr. Principal Military Trainer - Games For Training (GFT) Lead

  Uses Army simulation tools in an immersive gaming based blended simulation training environment. As Sr. Principle Military Trainer for the GFT section, leads a team of 3-7 individuals that does the following: powers up, troubleshoots, repairs, and powers down systems. Builds outcome-based scenarios that supports the customers training requirements. Performs necessary network and simulation preparation prior to operations and performs necessary maintenance, adjustments before, during and after exercises. Develops employee work plans. Develops new uses that extends the usefulness of Army simulation tools to support customer needs. Maintains currency with current and emerging doctrine, tactics, equipment, weapons and procedures of the US and Coalition Forces. Proficient in related Army Battle Command Systems (ABCS). Provides analytical and technical support to projects involving training to include create, refine tactical/operational documentation, and other efforts requiring a combination of military operations and simulation expertise. Leads assigned teams in planning, preparation and execution of simulation training events. • Capable of running all systems in the WSTC without supervision while supervising a team of 4-7 trainers and technicians.• Works directly with customer to develop training scenarios and products. • Acts as the GFT system administrator and lead facilitator.• COMPTIA Security+ certified.• Possesses a Secret Security Clearance.• Briefs senior leaders on capabilities and use of virtual training systems. Show less

• 

  General Dynamics Information Technology

  Apr 2024 - now

  Training Specialist Advisor | Facilities Manager