Cory Mauer
Marysville
Summary
Logistics leader with 20 years of government service driving modernization initiatives and ensuring asset accountability. Expert in inventory management and process improvement, coordinating rapid resupply operations to enhance mission readiness and operational efficiency. Strong team management and strategic communication skills support success in high-pressure environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Munitions Operations Section Chief
9th Munitions Squadron
Beale AFB
12.2022 - 07.2025
- The situation was, in response to an unplanned, critical technical data change, I spearheaded a rapid modernization initiative to prevent a lapse in mission readiness. My actions included developing and executing a logistics plan to systematically phase out $2.7 million in newly obsolete munitions. Simultaneously, I coordinated the expedited procurement and replacement with next-generation weapon systems (GBU-56). By aggressively managing the project, I was able to fully modernize the institution's inventory and achieve major fiscal year 2025 goals within a few weeks, a full five months ahead of the original schedule. As a result, I ensured the Air Force Combat Ammunition Center was immediately equipped with the most advanced and effective assets available.
- As Logistics Supervisor, I directed the comprehensive training and oversight of 112 munitions custodians responsible for 22 custody accounts. I developed and implemented a robust management program, guiding personnel through precise quarterly inventories, expenditure tracking, and strategic forecasting. This leadership directly ensured the mission readiness of Beale Air Force Base by flawlessly arming and equipping critical agencies, including first responders and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams.
- Salary: $93,000
- Hours per week: 50
Munitions Stockpile Management Section Chief
9th Munitions Squadron
Beale AFB
12.2020 - 11.2022
- The situation was, as the Section Chief for a 21-personnel logistics team, I directed all operations for the wing's $42 million munitions arsenal, spanning 42 storage buildings and six geographically separate operating locations. I acted by leading my team through a period of high operational tempo, flawlessly executing 7 wall-to-wall inventories, processing 175 Ammunition Disposition Requests, and managing 36 critical requisitions for asset modernization and curriculum updates. As a result, I ensured 100% asset accountability and stockpile integrity, providing the foundational support that enabled the Air Force Combat Ammunition Center to thrive as the Department of War’s premier Joint Service and Allied Partner warfighting school, leading 16 advanced classes annually.
- Managed logistics coordination for 87 short-notice redistribution orders to meet urgent global operational demands. Served as central point of contact for U-2 munitions requirements across 3 combatant commands, ensuring rapid delivery of critical assets. Provided emergency egress munitions that enabled 2,526 successful U-2 reconnaissance sorties, saving the Air Force $78,000 by avoiding unnecessary new procurement costs.
- Salary: $93,000
- Hours per week: 50
PGM Production Supervisor
18th Munitions Squadron
Kadena AB
02.2017 - 11.2019
- As logistics supervisor, I supported packaging, handling, storage and transport for replenishment assets used in Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) . My actions included orchestrating the end-to-end air transport of 408 Small Diameter Bombs, valued at $11.4M. As a result of my actions, the munitions I provided supported operations on ISIS successfully destroying 37 enemy targets and timely restocking of vital munitions for the continued fight against ISIS, directly enhancing mission readiness and warfighter capability in the combat theater.
- The situation was, I coordinated directly with the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) Commander, a four-star General, to secure immediate flight clearance from the Japanese government for a no-notice Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E) missile shipment. This action facilitated the delivery of eight missiles from Japan to Guam in under 12 hours, and resulted in INDOPACOM's first-ever Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) live-fire exercise.
- Salary: $75,000
- Hours per week: 50
Munitions Operations Section Chief
386th Munitions Flight (Deployed)
Ali Al Salem Air Base
07.2017 - 01.2018
- As a key logistics manager for U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), I was responsible for ensuring combat units had the necessary assets to execute their mission without delay. I guided urgent resupply requirements by analyzing and approving 25 critical "Out of Cycle" requests for 57 high-demand weapons. This decisive action directly armed over 1,000 combat sorties, which were instrumental in achieving a flawless 100% kill rate in their engagements. My ability to expedite critical assets directly contributed to maintaining air superiority and achieving strategic objectives in the theater of operations.
- The situation was, as the lead for a logistics process improvement initiative, I was tasked with identifying cost-saving opportunities within the munitions demilitarization program. My actions included, analyzing existing transportation workflows where I discovered significant inefficiencies. To address this, I processed AFSO 21 documents and initiated a collaborative effort with logistics counterparts from four separate bases and three different military services. This cross-service partnership allowed us to re-engineer the logistics network, maximizing our collective munitions demilitarization capabilities. The direct result was a verified annual transportation cost savings of $300,000 for the Air Force and a new, standardized, more efficient process across multiple services.
- Salary: $90,000
- Hours per week: 72
Munitions Operations Section Chief
18th Munitions Squadron
Kadena Air Base
02.2015 - 01.2017
- The situation was, as logistics lead in the area of supply support, I directed four large scale call-forward and retrograde APF operations to support missions across the INDOPACOM theater. My actions included directing a 25-member team that managed the complete lifecycle of 10,000 distinct line items valued at $37M, overseeing all ISO packing, shipping documentation, receipts, and quality control of accountability paperwork. My actions resulted in the successful replenishment of the combat arsenal for two Wings, directly enhancing readiness for enemy deterrence, first responder, search and rescue, and joint force operations.
- The situation was, I conducted a meticulous analysis of the War Consumables Distribution Objective (WCDO), identifying critical weapons shortfalls that impacted the combat effectiveness of the 18th Wing. I acted by routinely briefing the Wing, MXG and OG Commanders on the impact of these shortfalls while I developed and processed requisitions that culminated in the acquisition of 20,000 weapons, valued at $4 million. restoring the wing's weapons stockpile to required levels and guaranteeing full operational readiness.
- Salary: $75,000
- Hours per week: 50
Education
High School Diploma -
M.C.C
Manistee, MI01.2003
Skills
- Munitions accountability
- Safety compliance
- Logistics coordination
- Supply chain optimization
- Inventory management
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
Additional Information
Strong leadership and team management abilities, Excellent attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols, Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Timeline
Munitions Operations Section Chief
9th Munitions Squadron
12.2022 - 07.2025
Munitions Stockpile Management Section Chief
9th Munitions Squadron
12.2020 - 11.2022
Munitions Operations Section Chief
386th Munitions Flight (Deployed)
07.2017 - 01.2018
PGM Production Supervisor
18th Munitions Squadron
02.2017 - 11.2019
Munitions Operations Section Chief
18th Munitions Squadron
02.2015 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
M.C.C