THADDEUS SPENCER
Avondale
Summary
Experienced military leader and skilled technical expert with a proven track record in operational management, team leadership, and strategic planning. Demonstrated ability to drive performance improvement and achieve organizational goals in high-pressure environments while maintaining integrity and confidentiality. Adaptable and self-directed, able to manage tasks and meet deadlines in flexible work environments and locations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Site Manager
Amentum
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
07.2025 - Current
- Provides daily oversight of all functional and operational activities in maintenance of facilities, equipment and machinery.
- Supervises 14 employees, reviews employee performance, addresses personnel issues, generates assignments and sets priorities.
- Manages all aspects of aircraft maintenance and ensures all work is scheduled and performed in a safe and efficient manner.
- Maintains equipment maintenance schedules on all company company assets, monitors parts and supply inventories.
Senior Government Ground Representative
United States Army
Ridley Park, PA
08.2021 - Current
- Systematically addressed Government Flight Risk Clause deficiencies with contractor directors; enabled the lowest amount of deficient findings in five years
- Supervised a joint service surveillance program across three contractor facilities to ensure compliance with procedures and reduce deficiencies in contractors' operations.
- Derived creative solutions to ensure 100% aircrew proficiency training completion during times of limited availability.
- Maintained high confidentiality when handling sensitive equipment and information, protecting national security interests.
Aircraft Maintenance Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
Fort Carson, CO
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Oversaw maintenance and repairs on a fleet of CH-47, UH-60, and AH-64 helicopters, ensuring all aircraft were mission-ready.
- Led a team of 95 soldiers, fostering a cooperative and high-performing work environment.
- Devised maintenance schedules which increased aircraft availability by 25% during critical operations in austere environments.
- Spearheaded the implementation of the Aviation Maintainers Training Program for over 250 maintainers which resulted in improved maintenance results for the unit.
Quality Control Manager
US Army
Fort Carson, CO
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Managed nine aircraft technical inspectors who were responsible for maintaining the Quality Control, Environmental and Safety Programs in support of assigned aircraft and support equipment.
- Produced reports and created user friendly spreadsheets to track daily production quality, nonconformance of products or processes and quality trends.
- Monitored the tool control program, inspected and maintained records to ensure that measuring and test equipment met calibration requirements.
Aviation Career Manager
United States Army
Fort Knox, KY
07.2015 - 07.2018
- Led a team of HR professionals that managed 30,000 aviation Soldiers' career and job placement programs.
- Developed innovative approaches to talent management by streamlining processes and maximizing the impact on Army Aviation readiness.
- Conducted multiple developmental sessions with command teams educating them on the readiness and health of the Army Aviation force.
Training Manager
United States Army
Fort Dix, NJ
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Managed and maintained training requirements and records for 82 permanently assigned personnel
- Documented and maintained over 3,000 training events which ensured proper compliance and readiness of six different units.
- Processed over 200 travel authorizations with a strict audit process which saved over $9,000 in errant claims.
Production Control Manager
United States Army
Soto Cano AB, Honduras
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Streamlined scheduling and resource allocation, boosting readiness and maintenance efficiency by 20%.
- Coordinated the maintenance efforts of 40 Soldiers and 65 civilians daily which allowed a 100% mission acceptance rate.
Standardization Instructor
US Army
Fort Rucker, AL
01.2011 - 07.2013
- Oversaw the training and evaluations of 36 non-rated crewmembers.
- Oversaw the CH-47 Aircraft Crewmember Instructor course curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices and lessons learned.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
US Army
Fort Hood, TX
10.2009 - 01.2011
- Supervised a team of 8 maintenance technicians that were responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, replacing components on a fleet of 12 aircraft.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance ensuring aircraft remained airworthy.
- Maintained all forms and records and correctly documented all corrective and preventative maintenance.
Flight Engineer
US Army
Fort Hood, TX
06.2005 - 10.2009
- Performed preventative maintenance checks and preflight inspections on assigned aircraft.
- Maintained accountability of all assigned aircraft, aircraft equipment and tools valued over 20 million dollars.
- Prepared and secured cargo, briefed passengers and ensured that all safety requirements were followed before and during flight.
- Monitored aircraft systems during flight and provided feedback and guidance to pilots ensuring the safe operation of the aircraft.
Education
High School Diploma -
Buckhannon Upshur High School
Buckhannon, WV05.2000
Skills
- Strategic leadership and team management
- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Adaptability and resilience under pressure
- Experienced with technical troubleshooting
- Advanced Microsoft Office Suite
- Maintenance and diagnostic tools
- Asset management
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Site Manager
Amentum
07.2025 - Current
Senior Government Ground Representative
United States Army
08.2021 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
07.2019 - 07.2021
Quality Control Manager
US Army
07.2018 - 07.2019
Aviation Career Manager
United States Army
07.2015 - 07.2018
Training Manager
United States Army
07.2014 - 07.2015
Production Control Manager
United States Army
07.2013 - 07.2014
Standardization Instructor
US Army
01.2011 - 07.2013
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
US Army
10.2009 - 01.2011
Flight Engineer
US Army
06.2005 - 10.2009
High School Diploma -
Buckhannon Upshur High School