CHARLES WALKER
Bossier City
Summary
Results-driven Weapons Standardization Superintendent with a proven track record in leadership, operational efficiency, and training development. Expertise in project management and compliance adherence, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Weapons Standardization Superintendent
United States Air Force, USAF
Bossier City
01.2001 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of base facilities and maintenance teams for optimal efficiency.
- Coordinated training programs on safety and operational procedures for personnel development.
- Managed resource allocation to maximize material and staff utilization.
- Developed schedules for maintenance tasks and facility inspections to ensure compliance.
- Collaborated with leadership to implement operational improvements and best practices.
- Ensured compliance with military regulations and safety standards across all operations.
- Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
- Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
- Adhered strictly to company policies and procedures while overseeing operations at the site.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously using effective resource planning techniques.
- Established procedures for completing projects within specified budgets and timelines.
- Developed strategies for cost control, scheduling, quality assurance and problem solving.
- Evaluated and recommended new procedures to upgrade and refine existing programs.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
Master Resiliency Trainer
United States Air Force
Biloxi
12.2015 - 02.2026
- Teach resilience skills: Deliver training on skills such as expressing gratitude, developing values-based goals, and using personal strengths.
- Develop mental and emotional agility: Taught how to reframe thoughts, manage emotions, and use techniques like mindfulness to cope with challenges.
- Serve as advisors: Act as commanders' advisors for resilience training, helping to integrate resilience concepts into unit activities.
- Facilitate training: Conducted formal resilience training at various levels, including the First Term Airman Center, professional military education, and commander courses.
- Promote a positive culture: By teaching positive coping skills, MRTs help overcome the stigma associated with seeking help and promote a culture of care and
- Enhance performance and well-being: The goal is to increase the resilience of service members and their families, which improves both performance and overall well-being.
- Strengthen connections: Taught skills for better communication, which can improve relationships and unit cohesion.
- Build a resilient force: Built stronger, more resilient Air Force that can better withstand and recover from stressors and challenges
Professional Military Education Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
Biloxi
07.2014 - 07.2018
- Developed curriculum for military education programs within the United States Air Force.
- Delivered engaging lectures on leadership and tactical operations to diverse audiences.
- Facilitated practical exercises to enhance critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback sessions.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to refine teaching methods and course materials.
- Coordinated training schedules and logistics for educational workshops and seminars.
- Mentored junior instructors in instructional techniques and classroom management strategies.
- Implemented best practices for adult learning principles in military education settings.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills in order to foster independent problem solving abilities among students.
- Participated in faculty meetings and other departmental activities as required.
- Conducted in-depth research and analysis of topics related to the profession of arms for use in lesson plans.
- Monitored student behavior inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Provided feedback to students on their academic progress throughout the course.
- Facilitated small group discussions on topics related to the profession of arms among students.
- Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, tests and quizzes.
- Developed and delivered lectures on personnel management, military justice, leadership, and organizational dynamics to students.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations pertaining to the delivery of professional military education courses.
- Maintained a comprehensive record of student grades and attendance.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing questions that stimulate discussion among students.
- Assessed student performance through written examinations, presentations and group projects.
- Adapted teaching methods according to individual needs of learners while maintaining high standards of instruction.
- Attended conferences related to professional military education in order stay abreast of developments in the field.
- Managed classroom resources including audiovisual equipment, computers and other technology tools.
- Integrated multimedia elements into instructional materials whenever possible.
- Maintained student engagement through creative subject delivery and learning activities.
- Encouraged students to actively participate in class through positive reinforcement and engagement techniques.
- Used exams, quizzes, and projects to assess how well students grasped learning material and concepts.
- Tutored students requiring additional assistance in mastering concepts.
- Improved classroom teaching methods by observing fellow educators and learning new techniques.
- Developed syllabus of lectures, classwork and assignments and distributed to students on first day of class.
- Adapted instruction methods to address individual student needs.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
- Built strong student rapport by driving classroom and online discussions and providing academic advisement.
- Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
- Provided letters of recommendation and other referrals to students pursuing further education programs or postgraduate employment.
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Air Force, USAF
12.2010 - 07.2014
- Inspected aircraft components for compliance with strict military standards.
- Conducted quality assessments on maintenance procedures to ensure operational readiness.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
- Developed and maintained inspection records for regulatory compliance audits.
- Trained junior inspectors on quality assurance protocols and best practices.
- Reviewed technical documentation to verify accuracy and adherence to guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of test results, inspection data, and corrective actions taken when necessary.
- Trained new employees in the use of inspection equipment and techniques.
- Documented non-conforming items found during inspections according to established guidelines.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during inspections and tests.
- Reported repeat issues to supervisors and diagnosed source.
- Verified that all manufactured parts met design tolerances using precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
- Developed standard operating procedures for quality control processes.
- Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
- Adhered to safety protocols to minimize equipment damage and avoid injuries.
- Completed non-destructive tests and conducted continuous inspections.
- Used root cause analysis tools to determine failures and provide appropriate counter-measures to prevent repeat failures.
Weapons Load Crew Team Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
Spangdahlem
07.2001 - 12.2010
- Supervised weapons loading operations for military aircraft.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Trained personnel on proper loading techniques and equipment use.
- Conducted inspections of weapons systems and support equipment.
- Managed inventory of munitions and related supplies effectively.
- Provided feedback to supervisors after evaluating team member's performance during operational exercises.
- Communicated effectively with aircrews about potential risks associated with certain munitions configurations.
- Monitored flight line activities to ensure safety protocols were being followed at all times.
- Participated in weekly briefings with senior staff members regarding current operational tasks and upcoming projects.
- Identified potential problems with weapon systems prior to deployment and took corrective action as necessary.
- Implemented emergency response plans when issues arose during missions involving weapon system malfunctions or errors.
- Conducted routine maintenance inspections on aircraft components related to weapon systems operation.
- Conducted quality control checks of all munitions during pre-flight inspections.
- Performed periodic inventory checks on supplies used in weapons loading operations.
- Supervised and coordinated the work of team members in loading, unloading, assembling, disassembling, testing and maintaining weapons systems.
- Maintained records of all weapons load crew training qualifications, certifications and experience levels.
- Trained new recruits on standard operating procedures for safe weapons loading techniques.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with other military personnel involved in weapon system operations.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling hazardous materials such as explosives or fuel tanks.
- Ensured the accuracy of all weapons loading operations and processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
Troy University
Troy, Alabama, AL05-2022
Associate of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL07-2016
Associate of Arts - System Tech Aircraft Armament
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL02-2014
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Kemper Military College
Boonville, MO05-1999
Skills
- Facility management
- Operational compliance
- Resource allocation
- Safety training
- Training development
- Military protocols
- Project scheduling
- Risk assessment
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Performance evaluation
- Mentoring strategies
- Training oversight
- Organizational effectiveness
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Recruitment and hiring
- Key decision making
- Continuous improvement
- Public speaking
- Data analysis
- Program implementation
- Leadership development
- Staff management
- Community partnership
- Performance improvements
- Relationship building and management
- Policy development
- Leadership and vision
Accomplishments
Air Force Achievement Medal - 2005
Timeline
Master Resiliency Trainer
United States Air Force
12.2015 - 02.2026
Professional Military Education Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
07.2014 - 07.2018
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Air Force, USAF
12.2010 - 07.2014
Weapons Load Crew Team Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
07.2001 - 12.2010
Weapons Standardization Superintendent
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2001 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
Troy University
Associate of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Arts - System Tech Aircraft Armament
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Kemper Military College