Brad Smith

Aircraft Maintenance Manager and United States Air Force Veteran with extensive experience in aircraft maintenance, production management, instruction, and operational readiness. Proven leader overseeing aircraft fleets and managing scheduling, training, qualifications, discipline, recognition, and worldwide readiness for 500+ personnel. Strong expertise in logistics, parts management, and quality control, optimizing processes to minimize downtime and maximize fleet availability.

Adept at mentoring teams, fostering safety and compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Completed over 500 days supporting overseas contingency operations and relocated to two operational air bases. Holds a Bachelor of Business Administration, an MBA (in progress), and an Associate degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology.

Aircraft Production Superintendent / Aircraft Section Chief / Aircraft Maintenance Expediter - United States Air Force - Various Global Locations

(2007-03 - 2021-11)

Served as Aircraft Production Superintendent, ensuring fleet serviceability to meet home-station training and global mission requirements. Oversaw maintenance, upgrades, and scheduling for 12 AC-130J aircraft valued at $3.4B. Served as Aircraft Section Chief, managing scheduling, personnel coordination, and reporting for a 300-member maintenance section supporting Air Force Special Operations Command.

Served as Aircraft Maintenance Expediter, coordinating flight line maintenance operations for C-130J aircraft across eight maintenance career fields to ensure mission readiness and operational efficiency.

• Resolved complex supply chain and logistics challenges, initiated and tracked quality assurance reports, and enforced strict safety and compliance standards.

Delivery Assurance Specialist – Bell Helicopter H1-Y & V-22 Programs - Trigo Group

(2022-08 - 2024-02)

• Monitored on-time delivery of aerospace components from domestic and international suppliers to support production schedules.
• Acted as liaison to resolve procurement issues and mitigate production delays.
• Conducted root cause analysis (RCA) and implemented corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to enhance supplier performance.
• Tracked part status across manufacturing, logistics, and program teams, expediting shortages.
• Maintained KPIs to measure supplier performance and delivery trends.
• Ensured AS9100 and ISO compliance in collaboration with quality teams.
• Supported supplier recovery strategies during build rate changes and disruptions.

Supply Specialist – Bell Helicopter AH-1Z Nigerian Program - OEM Logistics LLC

(2024-02 - 2026-01)

• Sourced and coordinated mission-critical components for AH-1Z helicopters supporting the Nigerian Air Force under Foreign Military Sales (FMS).
• Ensured compliance with ITAR and U.S. export regulations.
• Procured OEM and aftermarket parts in accordance with airworthiness and traceability requirements.
• Managed supplier relationships, tracked lead times, and monitored availability.
• Maintained purchase orders, shipping documentation, and export license records for audit readiness.
• Utilized ERP systems to manage inventory and minimize shortages.
• Coordinated international shipping and customs logistics for high-value components.

Customer Account Manager - Crestview Aerospace

(2026-01)

• Serve as primary liaison between Bell, Northrop Grumman, and Lockheed Martin aerospace and defense customers and internal operations teams, ensuring alignment on program requirements, production schedules, and delivery expectations.
• Manage multi-million-dollar accounts, overseeing contract performance, pricing agreements, and long-term partnership development.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, quality, production, and supply chain to meet compliance and performance standards.
• Review and interpret technical drawings, contracts, and statements of work to ensure accurate quoting and execution.
• Lead customer meetings, program reviews, and performance updates to maintain transparency and strengthen client relationships.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Project Management - Columbia Southern University (2026)

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Columbia Southern University (2022)

Associate Degree - Aviation Maintenance Technology - Community College of the Air Force (2011)