Assata Salaah
Norfolk
Summary
Dynamic Aviation Ordnanceman with the US Navy, skilled in pneumatic system maintenance and HAZMAT handling. Proven track record in quality assurance inspections and effective mentorship, enhancing team performance. Adaptable in high-pressure environments, ensuring safety and compliance while managing ordnance operations and training personnel for mission readiness.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aviation Ordnanceman
US Navy
09.2022 - Current
- Managed ordnance handling for aircraft, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational protocols.
- Conducted inspections of munitions to verify quality and functionality prior to deployment.
- Trained junior personnel on weapons systems operation and maintenance procedures.
- Collaborated with flight crew to coordinate munitions loading and unloading during missions.
- Maintained high levels of readiness by participating in regular training exercises simulating real-world combat scenarios involving aviation ordnance usage.
- Inspected, assembled and tested aviation ammunition.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations when disposing of hazardous waste generated during aircraft weapons maintenance activities.
- Demonstrated adaptability when deployed abroad, overcoming language barriers and cultural differences to effectively coordinate with foreign military personnel regarding aviation ordnance matters.
- Delivered mentorship to personnel, aligning performance, and encouraging career development.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC06-2025
Skills
- Pneumatic system maintenance
- Flight line operations
- HAZMAT handling
- Shipping and receiving
- Safety procedures
- Firearms handling
- Quality assurance inspections
- Record keeping
- Hazardous material handling
- Missile testing
- Bomb rack assembly
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved MP Evaluation with a 4.0 by completing qualification certification with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved quality assurance which led to MP.
Certification
- Certified team member with US NAVY
Blue Jacket of the Quarter
The Blue Jacket of the Quarter board is essentially your leadership looking for someone who shows superior performance, has leadership skills, shows professional development and excellent military barring. You are in a verbal board where you re asked a vary of questions about the rules, regulations and standards of the United States Navy.
Timeline
Aviation Ordnanceman
US Navy
09.2022 - Current
No Degree - Nursing
North Carolina A&T State University