DAVID S.

RAY
Profile

New Braunfels, TX 78130 (830) 358-6700 dsray1@aol.com linkedin.com/in/dsray

Decorated US Air Force officer transitioning to civilian executive leadership after a 23year career. Trusted leader ready to leverage experience and expertise to provide dedicated service for an industry leading company. Proven knowhow in areas of Leadership/Management, Education/Training, Air Transportation/Logistics and Government Contract Management; holds a current TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance.
Strategic Vision Implementation Process Improvement Operational Leadership Team Building Contract Negotiation LEAN Effective HR Use Project Management Employee Effectiveness/Efficiency Strong Interpersonal Skills Problem-Solver Excellent Communicator

Key Skills

Experience

U.S. Air Force - Logistics Officer (Special Duty) Asst. Prof. of Aerospace Studies June 2008 June 2011 USAF ROTC Det 157, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL Duties: Recruited, educated and trained Americas top students at the nations largest AFROTC unit of 375 cadets. Subject matter expert and facilitator; conducted classes in several areas; military aerospace policy, leadership and management. Dynamic presenter with capabilities in design and delivery of course materials at all levels. Directly trained and assisted to commission over 150 new officers over three year tour - more than any other of 144 AFROTC Detachments at any university in the nation U.S. Air Force - Logistics Officer Operations Director September 2005 May 2008 U.S. Transportation Command, Defense Courier Division, Scott AFB, IL Duties: Directed and managed global distribution network transporting highly sensitive national security material through 18 worldwide locations. Coordinated requirements for 20 Departments / Federal Agencies including the National Security Agency (NSA), Department of State (DOS), Department of Justice (DOJ), & North American Treaty Organization (NATO). Oversaw $12.2M budget as lead Contracting Quality Assurance Officer for 2 airlift contracts totaling $4.6M in value; scrutinized contractor services against mission requirements. Led implementation of major Department of Defense (DOD)/Joint Chiefs of Staff policy initiatives and improved multi-million dollar government contracts to better customer service saved over $5 Million in tax- payer dollars U.S. Air Force - Logistics Officer Director of Logistics Tasking July 2004 August 2005 Headquarters Air Mobility Command (AMC), A-4 Logistics Readiness Sec, Scott AFB, IL Duties: Focal point director of logistics planning and resources for command made up of over 70,000 personnel. Executed all logistics support assignments for global airlift operations. Directed tasking assignments of AMC units supporting Global War on Terrorism and humanitarian operations. Daily managed the sustainment operations of AMCs deployed forces in US Central Command area of operations (Middle East) with people, spare parts, and support equipment; ensured airlift readiness always Directly oversaw tasking and sourcing of over 30,000 personnel and $50 million in assets for deployment assignments worldwide - ensured mission readiness of worlds largest airlift fleet! U.S. Air Force - Logistics Officer Air (Port) Terminal Operations Director

August 2001- July 2004 723rd Air Mobility Squadron, Ramstein Air Base, Germany Duties: Directed aerial port operations/management of air terminals through subprocesses including: Fleet Services, Passenger Terminals, Freight, and Air Terminal Operations Control Center. Coordinated contingency transportation support requirements and capabilities with other agencies using the Global Transportation Network (GTN), Global Command and Control System (GCCS), and Global Air Transportation Execution System (GATES). Coordinated military and commercial aircraft schedules with appropriate control and operations centers and flight servicing agencies using the Global Decision Support System (GDSS) and GCCS. Evaluated airlift movement forecast and flow to expedite cargo and passengers into the most efficient mode of movement. Collected and analyzed data on air transportation. Led aircraft cargo and passenger operations during 9-11 and months following; oversaw $50 million in assets for deployment assignments worldwide - ensured mission readiness of worlds largest airlift fleet! U.S. Air Force Aircraft Loadmaster Instructor in the C-17A and C-141B Aircraft August 1993- July 2001 14th, 15th, 17th, 58th Airlift Squadrons, Charleston AFB, SC and Altus AFB, OK Duties: Performed loadmaster aircrew functions; i.e., computing aircraft weight and balance, supervised loading and off loading, operated aircraft cargo handling systems, cargo restraint for flight; performed pre-flight and post-flight of aircraft and aircraft systems and other mission specific qualification duties. Provided for safety and comfort of passengers and troops, and security of cargo, mail, and baggage during flight. Conducted cargo and personnel airdrops. Led and flew on many missions during Operations Provide Promise and Restore Hope; awarded the Ari Medal and the Aerial Achievement Medal for outstanding leadership actions during this period. Recognition & Awards Earned 9 consistent meritorious and commendation medals for devotion to duty; with citations for excellence in reducing government waste, effectively leading teams in crises situations, process innovation and performing aircrew duties in a high-threat combat environment.

Education & Credentials

Villanova University- Masters Certificate - Government Contract Management / Advanced Business Management - Sept 2011 Trident University International - M.A. in Education, Higher Education (Summa Cum Laude), March 2005 Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - B.S. in Professional Aeronautics, December 2000

Security Clearance:

Top Secret/Secure Compartmented Information TS/SCI