Calvin Smith

Experience

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  United States Air Force

  Aug 2005 - Mar 2015

  Command and Control Battle Management Operator

  • Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge; coordinated with Training and Evaluation offices to ensure monthly training requirements and annual evaluations were scheduled on time; facilitated 60 personnel meeting currency requirements• Supervised multiple Airmen directly and indirectly; provided leadership and guidance, administered feedback sessions and annual performance reviews• Instructed Weapons Director upgrade students on tactical control of aircraft and other battle management functions, provided academic and positional instruction to achieved 100% combat mission ready personnel• Created and maintained office record file plan, organized and managed updates for 90 unit members, achieved an “Outstanding” rating on unit compliance inspection• Directed planning, formulation, distribution and execution of budgetary requirements.• Balanced and supervised all of the government purchases with the guidance of the Air Force Government Purchase Card Regulations and 7th Air Force finance.• Scheduled and performed continuation and upgrade training through virtual events in lieu of live flying to meet training requirements. • As Flight Records Custodian, created and maintained Squadron electronic file plan for training. • Performed joint operations with South Korean Air Force to maintain integrity and effectiveness of air detection systems.• Liaised for USSS as point of contact in support of Operation Noble Eagle; coordinated with various agencies to maintain security of no-fly/restricted air space zones for Air Force One presidential flight Show less

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  Crew Training International

  Sept 2016 - Apr 2020

  Weapons Director Subject Matter Expert

  • Provided Blue Force communications to undergraduate (UPT) and Instructor Pilot Upgrade (IPUG) students conducting syllabus missions to help facilitate a 98% pass rate to exceed AF goals• Developed operational policy and procedures for contractor support to control live aircraft performing tactical training sorties over White Sands Mission Range, added capability to enhance local fighter pilot training• Briefed UPT and IPUG students on current US Air Force communications standards to better prepare them to operate with Ground Control Intercept (GCI)/AWACS units across the Combat Air Force. Show less

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  Northrop Grumman

  May 2020 - Apr 2022

  Sr Principle Staff Sim Trainer

  White Force Event Lead / Command and Control SME• Accomplished desired learning objectives by designing simulated scenarios in accordance with Air Mobility Command (AMC) directives, created 100% training effective scenarios for aircrew• Managed scenarios and training team as White Force team lead to accomplish mission and training objectives• Built and updated aircrew products and mission briefs for aircrew training • Briefed/Debriefed aircrews on current US Air Force communications standards to better prepare them to integrate with Command and Control units across the Combat Air Force• Participated in partner nation exercise planning, helped build scenario and train team members to provide realistic training products for Mobility Air Force customers Show less

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  Amentum

  May 2022 - Dec 2022

  Advanced Mission System Operator - Field Engineer

  Joint Threat Emitter Operator• Led effort to integrate new capabilities and modernize outdate processes using multi-tasking skills and attention to detail, increasing base efficiency by 30%• Conduct employee interviews to evaluate experience and knowledge for current openings using interpersonal skills and planning, resulting in a 100% new hire retention rate• Promotes and attracts prospective talent for hard to fill position using extended networks• Conduct realistic electronic warfare threat replication, operates cutting edge technology in support of US and NATO forces’ training missions, fostering 100% allied mission ready pilotsInstruct system operators on threat tactics and employment, elevating base knowledge and enhancing training• Attend planning conferences, informs military partners on mission capabilities and available services, executes training missions in support of joint exercises Show less

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  Progressive Insurance

  Jan 2023 - May 2023

  Claims Generalist Associate
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  Advanced Concepts Enterprises, Inc (ACEs)

  May 2023 - Jun 2023

  Simulation Operator
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  Air Force Civilian Service

  Jun 2023 - Apr 2024

  Management Analyst
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  Advanced Concepts Enterprises, Inc (ACEs)

  Apr 2024 - now

  Training Center Simulator Operator