JOSHUA WADE
Hampton
Summary
Results-driven testing professional with a proven track record in fostering team collaboration and creating a productive work environment. Expertise in test planning, execution, and defect tracking ensures the delivery of high-quality software releases that align with project goals and timelines. Adaptable to evolving project needs, recognized for thorough analysis and effective problem-solving skills that drive successful outcomes. Committed to continuous improvement and excellence in software quality assurance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Tactical System Test Analyst
United States Air Force
Hampton, VA
04.2024 - Current
- Led comprehensive testing initiatives for command and control and non-C2 software applications, confirming adherence to functionality and performance benchmarks.
- Conducted thorough development and execution of test plans, guaranteeing adherence to project specifications and Title 10 testing criteria.
- Collaborated with cross-functional directorates to identify early defects and implement effective solutions promptly to meet agile testing timeline.
- Analyzed bit level data and documented findings to support continuous improvement initiatives within development processes via preliminary test reports.
- Mentored junior analysts in testing methodologies, enhancing overall team capabilities and effectiveness.
- Streamlined SOP processes of data-links through automation tools, improving efficiency to address critical auto-correlation track errors across 61 platforms.
- Boosted team efficiency through effective knowledge sharing sessions and mentoring junior testers.
- Reviewed all test cases and test scripts for quality and identified additional areas to review.
- Facilitated quick issue resolution through clear defect reporting, providing precise steps to reproduce along with relevant screenshots or logs when needed.
Command & Control Battle Management Surveillance Technician
United States Air Force
Mountain Home AFB, Idaho
10.2019 - 04.2024
- Manage the Battlespace Command & Control Center (BC3) system, create Air Tasking Order database, report radar maintenance and radio communications issues during simulation and live defensive counter air or offensive counter air missions. Provide air and ground surveillance identification for Weapon Director’s to achieve air superiority throughout our assigned area of operations.
- Execute local and joint exercises; prepare personnel for world-wide theater of operations battle management
- Maintain Combat Mission Ready (CMR) qualification/status as a Surveillance Technician/Personnel Recovery Controller. Qualified as a multi-functional C2 Battle Management Operator worldwide in support of Combatant Command contingency taskings
- Acted as Flight Chief; Conducted daily flight activities, forecasted expeditionary training, crew mission scheduling and positional training
- Advise Ops Superintendent on utilization of resources, 23 personnel & equipment to meet real-world combat requirements/objectives for flight
- Coordinate with Maintenance Operations Center and external agencies for equipment and mission availability.
- Communicate with external agencies, sister services, and allied nations to de-conflict airspace tracking responsibilities
- Maintain and transmit a recognizable air picture to the Combined Air Operations Center from operator console; recalling radar theories & capabilities
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment and systems for optimal functionality.
- Trained junior personnel on surveillance protocols and system operations.
Purchasing Agent, GS-1105-07
U.S Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC)
Fort Eustis, Virginia
06.2017 - 10.2019
- Implement management and execution procedures for the procurement and contracting functions from pre-award requirement development, solicitation, source selection, cost and profit analysis, negotiation, and contract award; to post award contract administration, modifications, contractor oversight, acceptance, payment, and close out
- Support Contracting Officers in developing strategies, statement of work, cost estimates, and business cases that support acquisition decisions
- Contact suppliers via phone, email regarding bid negotiations or to request quotes from potential suppliers
- Administer small purchases that require extensive monitoring and oversight to resolve complex problems
- Ensure compliance of solicitations and contracting responsibilities assigned by Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), Army Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (AFARS) and the MICC desk book
- Analyze all assigned procurement requests for adequacy, competition and making determinations for supplies, equipment or services. Ensuring requests for procurements are clear and precise and within the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) of $150K
- Comprehension of basic price evaluation techniques to assess price reasonableness
- Utilize Paperless Contract File (PCF), Standard Procurement System PD2 (Procurement Desktop Defense), FedBid, GSA eLibrary, Small Business Administration (SBA), Computer Hardware, Enterprise Software and Solutions (CHESS) databases to research, track and accomplish contracting procedures
- Monitor contract files through Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to ensure final delivery of supplies, services or equipment and receipts submitted for payment so the contract can be closed out
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and policies.
- Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
Command & Control Battle Management Journeyman
United States Air Force Reserve
Langley AFB, Virginia
02.2017 - 10.2019
- Perform airspace surveillance, radar control and combat identification for C2 defensive air assets, Combat Air Patrol and Coalition fighters to establish/maintain air superiority and to accomplish the Coalition Forces Air Component Commander’s (CFACC) mission objectives.
- Manage and operate ESTAT, FSTAT, EMR, AAT, WEBAD, Falcon View and Iris databases to gather and relay information within the AOR
- Identify, record and report data regarding TOIs, emergency signals and EW activities or anti-jamming displays
- Re-role and change missions when necessary to publish daily ATO for planned sorties
- Volunteered to support CONR mission; participating in over 40+ real world tracks of interest events and maintaining communication between CONR and NORAD
- Coordinate with several agencies utilizing data link equipment TADIL and Link 16 to maintain and display the common operational data picture
- Published 34 Operation Noble Eagle Air Tasking Orders and planned 9,954 air defense sorties; disseminating critical CONUS/POTUS defense guidance.
- Participated in USAFE’s largest exercise providing holistic training for the Coalition Forces Air Component Commander being the first ever inclusion of coalition members into this exercise.
- Received the Sharp Airman Award for outstanding performance of duties during On-The-Job Training.
- Oct 2019
- Work Schedule: Saturday-Sunday
- Month: 16
- Hours Per
Purchasing Agent, GS-1105-07
Defense Logistics Agency Land & Maritime Post Award/FMSE
Columbus, Ohio
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Performed Post Award support services as a 21 Nuclear Reactor team member; Utilizing procurement-related functions to execute critical material demands on behalf of the customers of 21N and the Department of Defense. Monitored progress of Vendor performance, resolving contractual arrangement concerns by means of essential software applications.
- Interpreted and applied all current Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), contracting procedures, Simplified Acquisition procedures and agency directives
- Researched the status of critical material by means of the Enterprise Business System Portal (EBS), Display Purchase Order (ME23N), the Integrated Data Sheet (IDS) and Records Management for Public Sector
- Generated DD form 1155 for cancellations/withdrawals/termination for convenience or default utilizing FAR 13.004 or FAR 52.212/52.249
- Maintained detailed status reports and a 500+ semi-monthly acquisition demand workload, ensuring vendor quotes are responsive and cost effective to meet solicitation requirements
- Expedited Top 200 Back Order Report and extended contract delivery dates (CDD)
- Researched requirements and identified potential contractors for procurement methods of supplies/services
- Applied Post Award procedures to determine considerations for delivery extension modifications or purchase orders
- Utilized material info function to view QN status and obtain updates on 21N orders
- Communicated with Supply Planners, Customer Accounting Specialists, Product Specialists, Vendors and other stakeholders to ensure material was available to the customer at best value.
- June 2017
- Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
- Week: 40
- Hours Per
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
American Military University
Skills
- Database Management
- Contract Management
- Research & Analysis
- Joint Operations
- Lifecycle Documentation
- Multidisciplinary Engagement
- Effective Troubleshooting Abilities
- Combat Surveillance
- Quality Assurance
- Stress Testing
- System Validation
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
- Personnel Recovery Course 300 Personnel Recovery Execution
- Command and Control Battle Management Operations Apprentice Course
- Combat Plans/Operations Technician Initial Qualification Course
- CON 100 SEC 302 Shaping Smart Business Arrangements
- CON 127 SEC 306 Contract Management
- CON 121 SEC 306 Contract Planning
- CON 237 SEC 303 Simplified Acquisition Procedures
- CON 124 SEC 302 Contract Execution
- CLE 008 SEC 890 Six Sigma: Concepts and Processes
- FAC 047 SEC 888 Micro-Purchases/Section 508 Requirements
- FAC 033 SEC 889 Contract Management Strategies for Mission Success
- CLC 131 SEC 888 Commercial Item Pricing
- CLC 006 SEC 891 Contract Terminations
- CLC 058 SEC 888 Introduction to Contract Pricing
- CLC 025 SEC 889 Small Business Program for Contracting Officers
- CLC 030 SEC 888 Essentials of Interagency Acquisitions/ Fair Opportunity
- CLG 001 SEC 892 DoD Government Purchase Card
- CLC 033 SEC 889 Contract Format and Structure for the DoD E-Business Env.
Timeline
Tactical System Test Analyst
United States Air Force
04.2024 - Current
Command & Control Battle Management Surveillance Technician
United States Air Force
10.2019 - 04.2024
Purchasing Agent, GS-1105-07
U.S Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC)
06.2017 - 10.2019
Command & Control Battle Management Journeyman
United States Air Force Reserve
02.2017 - 10.2019
Purchasing Agent, GS-1105-07
Defense Logistics Agency Land & Maritime Post Award/FMSE
10.2015 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
American Military University