Katara Ousley
Norfolk
Summary
Aviation maintenance professional with keen eye for detail and commitment to safety. Extensive background in diagnosing and repairing aircraft systems, ensuring optimal performance. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments, consistently meeting operational goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Personnel Career Development Specialist
FRCMA Det Norfolk
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with local employers to identify job openings and internship opportunities.
- Provide career guidance and counseling to service members on reenlistments, career development, education benefits, advancement opportunities, and conduct career development boards.
Aviation Technical Data Manager
FRCMA Det Norfolk
Norfolk, VA
01.2024 - Current
- Developed data management protocols to enhance accuracy and streamline reporting processes.
- Spearheaded initiatives to automate routine data tasks, resulting in improved workflow efficiency and reduced errors.
- Managed the Technical Data Program by maintaining the accuracy and currency of all technical publications and Portable Electronic Maintenance Aids.
- Coordinated the distribution, tracking, validation or all updates for command to ensure personnel had the latest authorized information.
- Conducted audits, monitored compliance of naval instructions, resolved publication discrepancies, and maintained accountability of techinical data systems to support aircraft operations.
Direct Support Professional
Hope House Foundation
Norfolk, VA
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Provided individualized support to enhance daily living skills for residents.
- Assisted in implementing personalized care plans tailored to client needs.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients, promoting socialization and community engagement.
- Monitored client progress and documented behavioral observations for care team reviews.
- Advocated for clients' needs, ensuring access to necessary resources and services.
- Developed and facilitated recreational activities to promote physical and emotional well-being.
Aviation Maintenance Administrator
VFA-34
Norfolk, VA
02.2021 - 01.2024
- Managed maintenance schedules for aircraft, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational readiness.
- Coordinated documentation for maintenance procedures, enhancing accuracy and accessibility of records.
- Oversaw inventory management of aviation parts, streamlining procurement processes to reduce downtime.
- Implemented training programs for staff on maintenance protocols, improving team competency and efficiency.
- Conducted audits of maintenance logs and reports, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted root cause analyses on recurring aircraft issues, developing long-term solutions to improve reliability and safety.
- Led cross-functional meetings to address maintenance challenges, fostering collaboration between departments for timely solutions.
Aviation Ordnanceman
USS Carl Vinson
San Diego, CA
06.2017 - 01.2021
- Operated and maintained aircraft ordnance systems to ensure mission readiness.
- Conducted inspections and quality checks on munitions to uphold safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to load and unload munitions for various flight operations.
- Trained junior personnel on ordnance handling procedures and safety protocols.
- In charge of inspecting, maintaining and repairing mechanical and electrical weapons and ordnance systems on aircraft. As well as stowing, assembling, servicing and loading weapons and aviation ammunition including mines, torpedoes, missiles and rockets
Education
High School Diploma -
South View High School
Hope Mills, NC06-2017
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Wester Govoners University
Salt Lake City, UT12-2027
Skills
- Multicultural competence
- Training facilitation
- Career counseling
- Aircraft systems
- Data entry
- Analytical thinking
- Quality assurance procedures
- Communication and coordination
- Software application proficiency
- Project management experience
- Problem-solving abilities
- First aid and safety
Certification
-Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
- F/A-18 Frame Administrator Course
-Adult first Aid/CPR/AED
Timeline
Personnel Career Development Specialist
FRCMA Det Norfolk
01.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Hope House Foundation
08.2024 - 03.2025
Aviation Technical Data Manager
FRCMA Det Norfolk
01.2024 - Current
Aviation Maintenance Administrator
VFA-34
02.2021 - 01.2024
Aviation Ordnanceman
USS Carl Vinson
06.2017 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Wester Govoners University
High School Diploma -
South View High School