Zachary McKenzie
Sacramento
Summary
Dynamic Quality Assurance Superintendent with the United States Air Force, adept at stakeholder engagement and project execution. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and safety through data-driven quality assurance measures. Strong communicator and critical thinker, successfully resolving conflicts and fostering collaboration among diverse teams to achieve mission objectives.
Professional leader skilled in strategic planning, project management, and operational oversight. Adept at fostering team collaboration, driving results, and adapting to evolving needs. Expertise in resource allocation, safety protocols, and stakeholder communication. Known for reliability, problem-solving abilities, and strong focus on achieving organizational goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Superintendent
United States Air Force
11.2023 - Current
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among 96 team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing projects to keep work in line with project goals.
- Collaborated with OEM engineers, and Government contractors to achieve seamless project execution.
- Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement data-driven corrective actions.
Chief of Tactics
United States Air Force
11.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Manages Tactics in planning, integration, academics, exercises and development of High Altitude Reconnaissance best practices to advance combat readiness and capabilities for 797 members.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with Senior Leaders.
- Advises organizational leaders and works with mission partners and key stakeholders to best meet combat mission requirements.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Lead Production Superintendent
United States Air Force
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally, enabling seamless collaboration on joint projects.
- Leads 410 military and civilian personnel in executing the logistics and mission generation of $4.4B in aircraft and equipment.
- Managed Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance assets for the President of the United States, Joint Chiefs of Staff, NATO, and UN tasked humanitarian and reconnaissance missions.
- Builds annual, monthly, weekly schedules to meet a programmed flying schedule for over 3.9K sorties.
Production Superintendent
United States Air Force
10.2018 - 08.2022
- Oversaw workforce of 294 employees in maintenance and logistics department.
- Planned, executed, coordinated maintenance actions on a fleet of 60 U-2, RQ-4, T-38 aircraft in support of 6 Geographical Combatant Commands.
- Analyzed and investigated trends, Quality Assurance deficiencies and mishaps, developed countermeasures to mitigate and manage risk
Support Flight Chief
United States Air Force
10.2016 - 01.2020
- Assessed individual skills of team and delegated daily tasks based on strengths.
- Enhanced flight safety by conducting thorough pre-flight inspections and addressing potential issues.
- Supervised, trained and motivated [Number] aircraft technicians.
- Managed test equipment and facilities valued at $[Number].
Assistant Section Manager
United States Air Force
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Implemented safety policies within the department that reduced workplace accidents significantly over time.
- Streamlined department processes for increased productivity, organizing and delegating tasks to appropriate team members.
- Followed fixtures, tooling, and processes to meet production schedules.
- Implemented inventory management systems, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels at all times.
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Air Force
12.2012 - 01.2016
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Used calipers and micrometer measuring instruments.
Tactical Fighter Aircraft Crew Chief
United States Air Force
03.2006 - 12.2012
- Achieved superior levels of flight safety by diligently enforcing adherence to standard operating procedures and industry best practices.
- Spearheaded the implementation of new diagnostic tools and equipment, optimizing workflow efficiency during aircraft repairs.
- Developed customized training programs tailored to individual crew member needs, leading to increased proficiency in specialized skill areas such as avionics repair or engine diagnostics.
- Contributed to accident investigations by providing expert analysis on the possible causes of mechanical failures or system malfunctions in affected aircraft.
Education
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PAAssociate of Science - Aircraft Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL07-2016
Skills
- Stakeholder engagement
- Project coordination
- Project execution
- Quality assurance
- Leadership development
- Leadership and vision
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and hardworking
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Risk management
- Safety oversight
Accomplishments
99th Expeditionary Recon Squadron Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year (2021)
9th Reconnaissance Wing Lieutenant General Leo Marquez Award Winner (2023)
9th Reconnaissance Wing General Lew Allen Jr. Award Winner (2022)
9th Maintenance Squadron Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year (2020)
9th Maintenance Group Tuskegee Airmen Award (2020)
Meritorious Service Medal (5)
Air Force Commendation Medal (4)
Air Force Achievement Medal (3)
Certification
Level 1 Maintenance Certificate - Air Force Institute of Technology
Timeline
Quality Assurance Superintendent
United States Air Force
11.2023 - Current
Chief of Tactics
United States Air Force
11.2023 - Current
Lead Production Superintendent
United States Air Force
08.2022 - 11.2023
Production Superintendent
United States Air Force
10.2018 - 08.2022
Support Flight Chief
United States Air Force
10.2016 - 01.2020
Assistant Section Manager
United States Air Force
01.2016 - 10.2016
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Air Force
12.2012 - 01.2016
Tactical Fighter Aircraft Crew Chief
United States Air Force
03.2006 - 12.2012
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
Pennsylvania State University
Associate of Science - Aircraft Technology
Community College of The Air Force