Kamal Bond
Jacksonville
Summary
- Highly skilled leader, manager, load instructor, quality inspector, and weapons crew member; possessing quality attributes reflecting excellent supervision, stress management, problem solving, concepts of human behavior, standards of discipline, counseling, evaluation, and current social issues:
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills / Adaptable
- Professional Customer Service / Client Relationships
- Military Professionalism & Manners
- Master Oral Presenter
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Reporting Procedures
- Liaison between Officer and Enlisted Personnel
- Skilled Interviewer & Evaluator
- Collect & Compile Information
- Administration & Personnel Management
- Excellent Oral & Written Communications
- Troubleshooter & Problem Solver
- Trainer / Instructor
- Meet Critical Deadlines / Superior Time Management
- Case Management & Organizing
- Leadership Certified
- Comprehensive in Technical Orders/Job Guides
Demonstrated success in training team members, conducting evaluations and reviewing records. Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Safety-driven and disciplined with a remarkable work ethic.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
PKL Services Lead Weapons Training Instructor
KKAB
10.2013 - Current
- Lead Weapons Instructor, Explosive Safety Monitor, Weapons Safety Manager, Member of Quality Control Team, Responsible for over 40 million dollars’ worth of military assets, Graduated over 1000 students on the F-15S and F-15SA
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Maintained accurate records of inspection findings, facilitating data-driven decision-making for process improvements.
- Upheld safety regulations within the workplace by consistently following guidelines during inspections.
- Promoted a culture of safety awareness through ongoing communication and educational initiatives.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
- Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
Weapons Load Crew Member A-10, F-15, F-16, F-22
United States Air Force
01.1997 - 11.2012
- Loads, unloads, and positions munitions on aircraft
- Tests suspension, launch, and release systems for retentive locking, and manual or electrical release
- Analyzes malfunctions
- Prepares munitions and inspects post loading weapons
- Assisted in troubleshooting malfunctioning weapons systems, contributing to a more reliable fleet of aircraft.
- Loads and services aircraft gun systems
- Tests electrical and electronic circuitry for continuity, voltage, and proper operation
- Tests for unwanted electrical signal or power before connecting electrically actuated explosives and propellants
- Installs ground safety devices on munition and gun system components to prevent inadvertent detonation, launching, or firing
- Adjusts and installs fuses, boosters, and delay elements in conventional munitions
- Operates, inspects, and performs operator maintenance on related munitions handling, loading, and test equipment
- Examines for visual defects and proper installation of systems components
- Analyzes malfunctions of munitions launch, release, suspension, and monitor systems, and associated handling and loading equipment
- Disassembles, repairs, or replaces mechanical, electrical, electronic, and pneumatic mechanisms of launch and release systems, and aircraft gun systems
- Removes, disassembles, and inspects parts and subassemblies for damage, rust, corrosion, or acceptable clearances and tolerances
- Performs serviceability tests on aircraft guns, gun systems, and munitions associated suspension equipment
- Performs armament systems maintenance functions
- Modifies munitions launch, release, suspension, and monitor systems to improve efficiency
- Plans, organizes, and directs aircraft armament systems maintenance activities
- Checks methods and techniques used to load and unload munitions on aircraft, to repair and maintain aircraft release and gun systems, and to maintain, repair, and modify associated equipment
- Ensures compliance with policies, directives, and safety procedures
- Evaluates operational efficiency of aircraft guns and munitions systems and recommends modification.
- Rated job performance for 25 subordinates providing timely and effective feedback.
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Air Force
08.2007 - 01.2009
- Plans, organizes, and directs safety activities
- Develops policies and procedures for implementing and evaluating safety programs
- Maintains close liaison with federal, state, municipal, and private agencies sharing common safety concerns
- Establishes work priorities and maintains systems to effect accomplishment of program processes
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Conducts and assists in managing safety programs
- Evaluates safety program effectiveness
- Coordinates with agencies and staff activities on safety related matters
F-22 Weapons Expediter
United States Air Force
- Supervises, monitors, directs, and advises weapon's loading personnel on daily task during flightline and training exercises focusing on mission centered goals of accomplishing 100% sortie obligations requirements
- Compiles informative awareness material for de-briefings with logistical managers
- Dictates all -6 table inspections, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in conjunction with the pro-super and other flightline expediters
- Maintains the adherence of all proper technical data during repair, operational checks, and troubleshooting tasks
- Oversees various weapon system discrepancies with recommendations of corrective actions
- Visually surveys the flightline for inappropriate and unsafe actions that may cause damage or harm to assets or personnel
- Directs personnel to various areas based on the precedence of the flying schedule
- Constant interaction with pilots to interpret conditions of the aircraft and maintainers maintenance.
Education
College (non-graduate) - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
01.2010
High School Graduate -
Tustin High School
Tustin California 05.1995
Skills
- Interviewing
- Report Writing
- Leadership and "follow-by-example" reputation
- Technical Order/Job Guide Competency
- Shipping and receiving procedures
- Data entry proficiency
- Record Keeping Abilities
- Trained in writing Product Quality Deficiency Reports, "PQDR"
- Secret Security Clearance held from 1997- 2012
- Team Leadership
Awards
- Awarded the "Air Force Commendation Medal"- 2000-2005
- Received 8 consecutive perfect ratings on yearly "EPR"
- Awarded "Outstanding Load Crew Member" during Combat Archer- 2001
- Chosen as a member of the 1st Fighter Wing Tiger Team to review, design, and standardize weapons-2002
- Recognized as an "Excellent Crew Member" during Operation Southern Watch- 2002
- Outstanding Performer" during live fire resulting in 100% release rate- 2004
- Member of "Load Crew of the Month"- 2005 11 out of 12 months
- Maintenance Professional of the Year" for Outstanding Achievement- 2001
- Below-the-Zone" recipient, promoted 6 months early to Senior Airman- 2001
Training
- F/A-22 Integrated Maintenance Information Systems (IMIS), 02/01/2011, 02/09/2011
- USFK Theater Specific Required Training, 10/01/2007, 09/10/2008
- Airman Leadership School, 04/2003, 05/2003, 23 days
- F-15 Aircraft Armament Apprentice, 11/1999, 04/2000
- Aircraft Armament Systems Craftsman, 01/04/2004, 01/18/2004
- Special Purpose Recoverable Authorized Manager, 11/16/2010, 11/15/2011
Timeline
PKL Services Lead Weapons Training Instructor
KKAB
10.2013 - Current
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Air Force
08.2007 - 01.2009
Weapons Load Crew Member A-10, F-15, F-16, F-22
United States Air Force
01.1997 - 11.2012
F-22 Weapons Expediter
United States Air Force
College (non-graduate) - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
High School Graduate -
Tustin High School
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