Sahira DeMarco

• Led the sole Air National Guard orbital warfare squadron of 56 space and cyber personnel executing 24/7 Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) in support of Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications operations
• Fostered a culture of accountability and professionalism through consistent communication and clear expectations.
• Collaborated on strategic planning initiatives to develop long-term vision for the squadron''s growth and success in the 195th Wing.
• Managed logistics for successful in-place deployment of personnel, ensuring timely mobilization of personnel to support mission requirements.

- Performed space surveillance and orbital safety analysis functions and evaluated all space operational activities using new and legacy space systems.
- Developed new course material and taught students to use various space systems, orbital mechanics concepts,the Space Surveillance Network and other space event processing.
- Negotiated complex issues and maintained good working relations with co-workers and outside agencies.

- Independently planned, coordinated, and organized work to identify complex problems and develop innovative solutions.

• Oversaw daily operations, equipment and satellite mission control at the Protected Satellite Operations Center at Vandenberg SFB, CA
• Monitored available budget and resources to accomplish mission objectives.
• Oversaw day-to-day operational activities, assuring 24/7 strategic, tactical Military Satellite Communications support to global warfighters
• Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.

- Planned, organized, directed and led the functions and staff of 33 Airmen in diverse career fields (Radio Frequency, AGE, Information Assurance, Logistics, and Security Forces) for worldwide deployable unit with $450M in EW assets
- Ensured 72-hour combat readiness and deployment of 33 members and 3 systems in direct support of COCOM requirements