Lee Smith

Experience

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  United States Air Force

  Jun 2021 - now

  - Leads 32 Quality Assurance Inspectors in evaluating aircraft maintenance quality, metrics, and Key Performance Indicators.- Conducts trend analysis and compiles 450 data points from 6.4K inspections. Uses this data to recommend corrective actions to organizational leadership.- Validates proficiency of 1.6K personnel and the maintenance of 83 F-22 aircraft and support equipment valued at $11B through Maintenance Standard Evaluation Program execution.- Authored the Evaluation and Inspection plan of a new squadron by customizing monthly assessments to seamlessly integrate with the aircraft arrival flow plan. This strategy enabled the squadron to surpass established benchmarks and receive an “Excellent” rating over a span of five months. Show less - Directs strategic maintenance planning and implementation f/220 Total Force Amn across five career fields in support of 5th-gen combat training; sustains health of 26 F-22As valued at $3.8B- Coordinates logistics for five squadrons; liaises w/Wing supporting agencies, F-22 War Fighter Support Teams & System Program Office- Monitors maintenance activities/trends; ensures all aircraft/equipment/assets are mission ready/safe f/flight- Deployed as AFCENT Aircraft Manager/Lead focal point f/critical logistic issues impacting maintenance operations f/132 aircraft across six Areas of Responsibilities Show less

  • Quality Assurance Manager

    Mar 2023 - now

  • F-22 Production Superintendent

    Jun 2021 - Mar 2023