Barton W. Starkey
Twentynine Palms,CA
Summary
Forward-thinking Marine Corps Officer with a demonstrated history of working in multi-national military operations. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual with current aspirations of seeking higher education in the field of Engineering Management to improve operations and logistics in both civilian and military sectors.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Company Commander, Executive & Projects Officer
Air Control Training Squadron, USMC
02.2024 - Current
- Mentored junior officers and enlisted personnel, contributing to their professional growth and career progression.
- Served as an ambassador for the organization during community outreach events, strengthening relationships with local stakeholders and enhancing public understanding of military missions.
- Monitored the progress and coordination of the Multi-function Air Operations Center period of instruction re-write to ensure compliance with Training Command policies.
- Created and drafted the Command and Control Interface Control Officer Training and Readiness Manual for the new Marine Corps 7216 military occupational specialty (MOS).
- Led multiple operational planning teams for the ACTS student population surge mitigation. This synchronized the efforts of nine MOSs across three Occupational fields.
Operations Officer
Air Control Training Squadron, USMC
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Managed 26 different periods of instruction that produced 22 unique military occupational specialties while maintaining annual budget of nearly $5 Million.
- Planned and resourced personnel and logistics for implementing 21st-century learning techniques into multiple periods of instruction. As a result, highly trained personnel were able to act effectively in critical roles.
- Updated and published standard operating procedures (SOPs) using student, instructor, and commanding officer's input and feedback resulting in clearer and more relevant education for Marines.
- Coordinated with adjacent units to make better use of limited resources and to ensure unity of effort across multiple curriculums.
Company Commander
Marine Air Control Squadron 2, USMC
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Advised higher echelon leadership on the current status of all air activity within the Tactical Air Operations Center's assigned Area of Operations and coordinated closely between higher and adjacent units resulting in safe flight operations.
- Provided leadership, mentoring, and counsel to all subordinate Marines assigned to the Tactical Air Operations Center to include analyzing performance and providing corrective guidance and training plans.
- Reassigned key billets and workspaces resulting in 100% accountability of over 100 Marines and $60 million worth of equipment.
- Instructed and signed hundreds of Marine controller qualifications during multiple multinational exercises, significantly increasing the squadron’s combat readiness
HQ Intelligence Section OIC
Marine Air Control Squadron 2, USMC
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Ensured the proper handling and accountability of 733 classified items and verified the accuracy of 607 personnel files resulting in the resolution of over 30 security discrepancies
- Contributed to the rewriting of the unit Information and Personnel Security Program order, and reinstated the Anti-Terrorism Force Protection program in order to be compliant with Department of Defense requirements
- Oversaw the production, analysis, and delivery of intelligence updates to the Unit Commander and staff that provided accurate, relevant, and usable intelligence
Platoon Commander
Marine Air Control Squadron 2, USMC
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Supervised and led 26 Marines of 1st Platoon. Maintained records, submitted operational reports, and ensured all training and administrative requirements were met to support multiple squadron exercises
- During critical exercises contributed to the successful completion of the Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation by operating as a director, and instructing 16 Marines on Tactical Data Links, resulting in the completion of 115 training events
- Oversaw small unit planning and execution of field and base operational tactics during multiple exercises
Joint Interface Control Cell Watch Officer
USMC Forces Central Command
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Acted as the Central Command Joint Interface Control Officer during the April 2018 strike in Syria. Monitored the employment of 105 weapons, including the debut of the Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile, $26.6 million in equipment, and 128 Link participants from France, the UK, and the US. Resulting in 4 Syrian enemy targets being destroyed.
- Inventoried, packaged, and sent over $3.5 million dollars of equipment in the JICC warehouse to detachments in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, doubling link sustainability.
- Maintained the Central Command theater Multi-Tactical Data Link Network (MTN) for the Combined Forces Air Component Commander (CFACC).
- Provided a timely, accurate, and relevant Common Tactical Picture (CTP) at the Combined Air and Space Operations Center (CAOC).
Operations Section OIC
Marine Air Control Squadron 4, USMC
10.2016 - 01.2018
- Performed as acting Operations Platoon Commander ensuring the effective accountability, health, welfare, fitness, training, discipline, and conduct of the Marines, ensuring that company leadership is informed of all things affecting unit readiness.
- Supported several combined exercises within air defense response cells to ensure effective training for higher echelon agencies. These bilateral exercises improved relations between the Marine Corps, South Korea, and the Japanese Self-Defense Force (JSDF)
- Assisted the Company Operations Officer in the coordination and completion of several pre-deployment training requirements for the Joint Interface Control Cell (JICC) Watch Officer and Interface Coordinator Technician (ICT) Individual Augment (IA) billets in support of the 609th Air and Space Operations Center.
Processing Technician
TAMKO
03.2014 - 02.2015
- Organized and loaded specified amounts of refined or unrefined materials into equipment or containers for further processing or storage.
- Kept operations in compliance with company, safety, and legal requirements.
- Worked to meet and exceed production targets as defined in the sales incentive plan and assigned by the insurance manager.
Education
Master of Science - Engineering Management
George Washington University
Washington, DC12-2025
Diploma -
Expeditionary Warfare School
Marine Corps Base Quantico, VA, USMC05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO05.2014
High School Diploma -
Webb City High School
Webb City, MO05.2010
Skills
- Discipline and Focus
- Teamwork and Loyalty
- Problem-solving abilities
- Decision-Making
- Team building
- Analytical Thinking
- Strategic Planning
- Continuous Improvement
Certification
- Top Secret Clearance
- 7210, Air Defense Control Officer
- 7277, Weapons Tactics Instructor
- Qualified Senior Air Director
- Certified Joint Interface Control Officer
- Certified Link Unit Manager
Accomplishments
- Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
- Joint Meritorious Unit Award
- Humanitarian Service Medal
- Navy Unit Commendation
- Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Medal
- Sea Service Deployment Ribbon x3
- National Defense Service Medal
Timeline
Company Commander, Executive & Projects Officer
Air Control Training Squadron, USMC
02.2024 - Current
Operations Officer
Air Control Training Squadron, USMC
09.2022 - 02.2024
Company Commander
Marine Air Control Squadron 2, USMC
04.2020 - 05.2021
HQ Intelligence Section OIC
Marine Air Control Squadron 2, USMC
04.2019 - 04.2020
Platoon Commander
Marine Air Control Squadron 2, USMC
10.2018 - 04.2019
Joint Interface Control Cell Watch Officer
USMC Forces Central Command
01.2018 - 07.2018
Operations Section OIC
Marine Air Control Squadron 4, USMC
10.2016 - 01.2018
Processing Technician
TAMKO
03.2014 - 02.2015
- Top Secret Clearance
- 7210, Air Defense Control Officer
- 7277, Weapons Tactics Instructor
- Qualified Senior Air Director
- Certified Joint Interface Control Officer
- Certified Link Unit Manager
Master of Science - Engineering Management
George Washington University
Diploma -
Expeditionary Warfare School
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Missouri Southern State University
High School Diploma -
Webb City High School
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