Rodney Sawyer

Address: Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32547

Phone: 850-***-****

301-***-****

Email: acu1zn@r.postjobfree.com

Qualifications Profile

Results-driven, versatile, and dedicated professional, with extensive expertise in various aspects of operational efficiency,

logistics, project administration, and security management. Experienced at developing innovative solutions to complex problems as well

as cost-effective strategies to drive organizational advancement. Equipped with track record of success in spearheading programs to

streamline operations. Effective leader with the ability to cultivate positive relationships with professionals from all levels.

Currently hold Secret Security Clearance/Past TS/SCI Billets.

Areas of Expertise

Operations Management Process Optimization Systems Implementation Budget Control

Strategic and Tactical Planning Quality Assurance and Quality Control Regulatory Compliance and Standards

Staff Coordination and Training Records Management Cross-functional Team Building and Leadership

Professional Experience

NAVMAR Various Locations

China Lake, Point Mugu, CA, USA

Logistics Analyst Jan 2015–Present

Oversee operations of more than 170 Conex’s full of equipment and ensure availability of required inventories

Monitor consistent update of ASTS database with received and delivered equipment and inventories

Offer support in regulating shipments of equipment to numerous CONUS sites

Take charge of directing the process of loading and unloading trucks containing necessary equipment

Participate in the transfer of equipment Conex’s from Point Mugu to Yuma, Arizona along with FedEx shipments for immediate departure

Prepare and submit orders of critical spares and consumables allowing uninterrupted operations

Control the consolidation, inventory, and packaging of equipment in preparation for DRMO turn-in

Key Accomplishments:

Served as representative of the United States Navy NAVAIR 4.5X Special Surveillance Program Office by administering logistics

processes at the Hub China Lake; oversaw logistics for Fort Dix, encompassing aerostat site worth more than $22M

Strategically managed 100% of inventories in Fort Dix and PT Mugu, while securing integrity and accountability of equipment

Patuxent River Naval Air Station, MD, USA

Quality Assurance/ Quality Control Reset Project Lead Jan 2014–Dec 2014

Initiated factory acceptance tests with vendor TCOM; coordinated QA/QC checklists with vendor STRACON; and ensured equipment

preparation for integration

Provided recommendation to the RESET lead regarding unforeseen issues with Government Furnished Equipment

Pioneered the completion of QA/QC checklists for application and validation of transferring equipment and oversaw accurate completion

of related documents for handover to Army during the transfer

Accommodated RESET conference calls in coordination with multiple players and led the dissemination of after-action reports

Key Accomplishments:

Directed overall QA/QC related to Persistent Ground Surveillance Systems (PGSS) aerostat systems being transferred to the US Army,

while serving as representative to the US Navy NAVAIR 4.5X Special Surveillance Program Office

Closely collaborated with China Lake Hub CTR staff and successfully achieved expectations with integrated products

Afghanistan

Hub Manager/Site Lead/Flight Engineer/Payload Operator

Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Force Protection/Aerostat Sep 2010–Dec 2013

Played as the hub manager for RC-South PGSS, responsible for the Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)

Effectively managed 15 sites, comprised of more than 120 personnel; regulated the allocation of incoming personnel and replacements to

sites; monitored transfers, leaves, drafted SITREPs; and ensured sites maintained operational status

Offered support for management and movement of logistics for equipment and supplies worth more than $100M

Functioned as site lead in charge of supervising crew with more than eight members responsible for operations, logistics, flight

safety, and $5M worth of equipment; accomplished launch and recovery director duties

Expertly directed surveillance, reconnaissance, and force protection using MX-15I and FLIR 380 HD cameras

Key Accomplishments:

Earned designation for the Office of the Secretary of Defense Special Surveillance Program, United States Special Operations Command

(USSOCOM), NAVAIR 4.5X; expertly utilized the PGSS during deployment

Established of exceptional tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) while expertly serving as payload operator

Secured accurate compilation of briefs on high-value targets and troops in contact; worked collaboratively with Intel during mission

planning in support of efforts to locate HVTs and insurgents

Torres AES Security Force Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kalsu, Iraq

Site Security Manager Jul 2008–Aug 2010

Held full accountability in overseeing contract valuing up to $6M which involved 315 security guard force personnel, equipment, and

supplies; monitored security of the FOB in alignment with the contract

Communicated with contract office representative (COR), Defense Contract Management Agency, and Torres/Sabre Headquarters regarding

resolution of contractual issues

Ensured consistent qualification with 9MM/AK-47 and facilitated familiarization training for guards

Offered effectual recommendation regarding security changes to the US Army and took part in developing standard operating procedures

Arranged training for personnel search to improve adeptness in vehicle search, rules on application of force, rules of engagement, law

of armed conflict, and radio set-up and voice procedures

Key Accomplishments:

Spearheaded 360-degree surveillance of FOB with the use of BETSS-C System; accomplished basic BETSS-C operations

Attained ZBV Backscatter Van certification

United States Air Force Various Locations

Aviano Air Force Base Aviano, Italy

Superintendent, Operations / Superintendent

Operations Training 603rd Air Control Squadron Jan 2004–Feb 2008

Provided expert oversight of operations for 75 individuals and 7 subordinate offices, involving planning and organizing of tactical

employment of $24M modular control equipment

Facilitated operations training for 75 personnel focused on tactical operations, TPS-75 Radar, and TYQ-23 Tactical Operations Module

Developed plans for the Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) which included timely processing of more than 70 pieces of equipment, 416

short-tons, 83 personnel, and $47M command and control equipment

Key Accomplishments:

Gained designation for the OEF; supervised 84 individuals, $200K in weapons, and 300 time-sensitive equipment fixes; led the first

integration of three tactical radars, increasing the Afghanistan commanders’ air picture by 30%; and oversaw daily and monthly

headquarters reports and more than 50 performance reports

Demonstrated expertise in regulating $40K worth of operational budget as well as arranging funds for training and equipment

Served as project manager for the squadron’s unit compliance inspection, accountable for preparation of 30 offices and 250 personnel

for inspection; achieved headquarters suspense’s and timelines, and attained excellent rating for the unit

Earlier Positions Held:

Cheyenne Mountain Air Station Colorado Springs, CO, USA

Non-Commissioned Officer-in-Charge (NCOIC)

Air Warning Center and Training – Cheyenne Mountain Operations Center

Izmir Air Station, Izmir, Turkey

Superintendent - Air Defense Operations Center

Assistant Exercise Coordinator – NATO 6ATAF

Osan Air Base, South Korea

Superintendent - Radar Training – 607 Air Support Operations Group

NAS Key West, FL, USA

Joint Surveillance Supervisor - Caribbean Regional Operations Center

Shaw Air Force Base, SC, USA

NCOIC - Operations Upgrade/Continuation Training – 9 Combat Operations Squadron

Hurlburt Field, FL, USA

Operations Resource Management Specialist – 8th Special Operations Squadron (MC-130s)

Izmir Air Station, Izmir, Turkey

Postal Operations Clerk

Laughlin Air Force Base, TX

Operations Management Research Specialist

Earlier Career

American Security Company Fort Walton Beach, FL, USA

Unarmed Security Guard

Val Verde County Sheriff’s Department Del Rio, TX, USA

Reserve Deputy Sheriff

Awards and Recognition

Defense Meritorious Service Medals (2)

Air Force Meritorious Service Medal

Air Force Commendation Medals (3)

Joint Service Achievement Medal

Air Force Achievement Medals (4)

603 Air Control Squadron SNCO of the Year: 2005

SIXATAF (NATO) NCO of the Year: 1998

Recent Training and Certifications

Training:

Persistent Ground Surveillance Tower (PGST): 2015

MX-15I/FLIR 380 HD Surveillance Camera Operations: 2013

Launch And Recovery: 2013

UTAMS Warning System: 2013

Envelope (Aerostat) Inflate/Deflate Procedures: 2013

VISTA Radar Operations: 2013

Weather Limitations: 2013

Helium Procedures: 2013

ISR Force Protection/Aerostat Operations Course, 28M: Nov 2011

Fiber Troubleshooting: 2010

VSAT Installation and Set-up: 2010

ISR Force Protection/Aerostat Operations Course, TIF 25 and 22M: Oct 2010

Tower Operations and Radar Approach Control Operations

Security Guard Course: Jan 2008

Non-Commissioned Officer’s Academy: Sep 1997

Technical Acumen

Microsoft Office Data links TPS-75 Radar Radar Data Display Systems High Frequency (HF)/ Ultra High Frequency (UHF) / very

high frequency (VHF) /SATCOM Communications / ECM/ECCM Operations

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