Caleb A. Binford

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT / AVIATION RESOURCE MANAGER CALEB BINFORD

CONTACT INFORMATION:

• E: ad1nji@r.postjobfree.com

• P: 757-***-****

• A: El Paso, TX 79904

• L: www.linkedin.com/in/caleb-binford-binny1

DESIRED POSITION:

• Project Management

• Avia on Resource Manager

• Logis cs Avia on Representa ve

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

Avia on Field Service professional and United States Army (12/1997 – 12/2023) re red First Sergeant and Veteran able to perform maintenance tasks in fast-paced environments with aten on to detail. Well-qualified in performing all du es relevant to interpre ng manuals, maintaining and documen ng maintenance logs, and examining, inspec ng, repairing, and replacing equipment and components. Performed maintenance, installa ons, and upgrades on mul ple military and civilian fixed-wing/rotary aircra valued at up to $275M+. Broad-based knowledge and prac cal applica on of various fabrica on equipment; well-versed in providing Organiza onal, Intermediate, and Depot level support for tac cally focused aircra . Demonstrated exper se in team leadership, aerial component troubleshoo ng, diagnos cs, inspec on, tes ng, repair, parts replacement, training, educa onal program oversight, and hands-on instruc on on complex airline products. Provides an emphasis on quality, service, and efficiency while ensuring compliance with FAA Regula ons, airline policies, protocols, and strict manufacturing standards.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:

-Quality Assurance Controls -Supply Management Exper se

-Maintaining Clean Work Areas -Cri cal Thinking

-Avia on Opera ons -Safety Coordina on

-Process Improvements -Risk Management

-Training and Instruc on -Program Management

-Safety Management -Systems Report Management

-Diagnosis and Troubleshoo ng

PROFESSIONAL TECHNOLOGY RELATED EXPERIENCE: (past 10 years) United States Army Fort Bliss/El Paso, Texas

Produc on Control Administrator Mar. 2022 – Dec. 2023

• Provided administra ve, medical, and clothing processing leadership, func ons, and training for over 150 personnel sent to Europe in support of Opera on Atlan c Resolve over a nine-month period with minimal support

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• Provided opera onal oversight for 100+ Department of Defense contractors, crew chiefs, junior personnel, technical inspectors, and maintenance test pilots; managed the daily execu on of scheduled/unscheduled maintenance for 19 military aircra

• Accounted for the accurate and mely submission/approval of maintenance work orders; led oversight objec ves for the ammuni on management system, and coordinated arms inspec on checklist comple on levels for the company

• Coordinated the movement of parts and equipment valued at $5M+ that enabled the success of 40+ air missions with zero safety concerns or defaults

• Conducted 9 low-density training sessions on the Avia on Resource Management System

(ARMS) that closed cri cal training gaps and increased the company’s overall opera onal capabili es

• Individually selected to serve as the company’s ARMS representa ve; provided consistent oversight and opera onal assistance for 5 departments that increased the company’s readiness ra ng by 35%

• Ensured the successful deployment and return of 12 aircra across 7 countries throughout 3 tac cal exercises in interna onal territories; coordinated 201+ work orders that supported 450+ for the Flight Hours Program

• Scheduled depot-level inspec ons for 2 UH-60Ls and 1 CH-47F aircra that ensured 100% airworthiness

• Implemented and enforced maintenance prac ces throughout the company that improved the opera onal readiness rate by 8%; communicated guidance efficiently for company maintenance leadership on daily work priori es

Senior Avia on Opera ons Administrator Jul. 2021 – Feb. 2022

• Directly supervised 8 military personnel through coordina ng aircra missions across Central America and the Caribbean Islands; administered tasking orders that facilitated mission objec ves, ammuni on supplies, and medical support.

• Provided daily support and coordina on in support of the Chinook maintenance team throughout Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief opera ons in Hai and Cuba that allowed for 100% mission accomplishment

• Ensured cri cal cross-training for personnel on addi onal du es that sully supported all objec ves within the company’s area of responsibility;

• Facilitated a discussion on developing a concept of opera ons for 43 company supervisors with an 8-step training model and step-by-step procedures that op mized opera onal capabili es and mission awareness

• Mentored junior personnel on job-specific tasks and opera onal assignments that promoted self-readiness; consistently aided personnel in experience awareness through a er-ac on reviews that led to professional advancements

Opera ons and Personnel Director Jan. 2017 – Jun. 2021

• Administered opera onal direc ves and personnel management for 500+ military personnel, senior leaders, and opera ng execu ves; oversaw the aircra and vehicle maintenance for eight AH-64Ds and accounted for equipment valued at $275M+ Caleb A. Binford

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• Successfully executed the deployment/redeployment of 6K military personnel in support of mission-cri cal training in prepara on for global deployments and the execu on of combat objec ves

• Enabled company training, safety, and individual wellness by adap ng COVID-19 policies and restric ons per organiza onal mandates

• Provided maintenance oversight, which led to 500+ accident-free hours; established the Avia on Maintenance Training Program for the company; successfully led 13 personnel through the training program in support of mission success

• Tailored technical and tac cal resources to improve the company manual of everyday tasks proficiency and the digital training management system to facilitate planning, recording, and assessing personnel training

• Implemented systems and prac ces that increased the frequency and effec veness of communica on within the company leadership, which led to the successful naviga on of complex tasks and subsequent mission accomplishment

• Fostered organiza onal focus through adherence to standards and discipline within austere combat environments; provided sustainment advice to 4 avia on companies within the division’s area of responsibility

• Selected to cer fy forward arming and refueling point (FARP) opera ons; distributed 20K gallons of fuel, 5K rounds of 30MM, and 200 rockets

• Trained on FARP knowledge at the Na onal Training Center and 2 tac cal aerial exercises that improved loading mes by 10%

• Stressed a vehicle maintenance program and preven ve maintenance checks and services standards that improved vehicle fully mission capable rate from 8% to 24/28%

• Created and implemented standards for phase and unscheduled support maintenance that increased opera onal produc vity by 30%

Avia on Armament Supervisor Jun. 2016 – Jan. 2017

• Directly supervised 10 management team members and 26 junior personnel; provided technical and tac cal guidance on the AH-64D aircra systems phase maintenance programs, equipment, and special tools

• Ensured aircra airworthiness and safety procedures of assigned work were within program compliance; accounted for $3M+ worth of assigned tac cal equipment with zero discrepancies

• Directly contributed to the company’s AAAA Logis cal Unit of the Year Award for maintenance management skills; analyzed mission direc ves and assigned personnel du es to accomplish the mission with zero cri cal errors

• Ini ated departmental support for 2 Na onal Training Center rota ons, 3 FARP support missions, and 4 AH-64D tac cal aerial exercises with a mission accomplishment rate of 100% without personnel injuries or loss of equipment

Armament/Electrical System Supervisor Nov. 2012 – May 2016

• Served as the Observer Coach/Trainer (OC/T) for the Na onal Guard and Army Reserve Component Avia on companies; advised, assisted, trained, and prepared companies to validate global deployments.

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• Advised senior leadership on plans and procedures for avia on opera ons and related training ac vi es; created realis c batle-focused post-deployment training plans in live, virtual, and construc ve environments

• U lized 10 years of Avia on Intermediate Maintenance experience throughout maintenance opera ons that ensured mission success and cri cal learning objec ves

• Accounted for $200+ in tac cal equipment with zero losses or discrepancies that supported tac cal training events; validated 2 flawless tac cal aerial exercises that resulted in the job- specific qualifica on of 21 personnel

• Mentored 15 senior management team members throughout deployment training, which prepared 2 deploying units for the day-to-day challenges in a combat environment

• Qualified 6/20 personnel as expert operators on individually assigned weapons; trained and qualified 343 personnel on mission-essen al weapons opera ons that increased combat effec veness by 23%

• Implemented composite risk management into every mission assigned that resulted in zero OC/T class A, B, or C accidents despite mission complexity and high volumes of opera ons movements

• Provided Quality Assurance and Technical Inspector guidance and mentorship to 8 Reserve Component technical Inspector teams on their cross-training capabili es to strengthen the team concept and mission accomplishments

EDUCATION:

• Excelsior University / Albany, NY • 12/2023

o Bachelor of Professional Studies: Electrical Engineering Technology Management o GPA 3.75

• Excelsior College / Albany, NY • 08/2019

o Associates of Business Administra on (ABA): Business Management o GPA 4.0

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS, REGISTRATION, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Noncommissioned Officers Associa on of the Unites States of America (NCOA)

• Army Avia on Associate of America (AAAA)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• United States Army / 1997 - 2023

• PFC – MSG/1SG

• The mission of the United States Army is to provide ready, prompt, and sustained land dominance as part of the joint force of the United States military. CONTINUING EDUCATION ACTIVITIES:

• Project Management for Professionals (PMP) career academy / 2023

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