David Sweder's Experience:
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Test Director at United States Air Force
January 2014 - August 2014The Test Director manages the approved test processes for assigned test and evaluation programs. Test Director represents the most experienced testers in the squadron and are vested with a significant amount of trust and responsibility. Responsibilities include problem resolution and resource management during test execution, providing oversight and guidance to program managers and analysts, acts as the point of contact for external agencies. Co-chairs the Integrated Test Team to ensure sound engineering methodologies and test criteria determination. Supervises and evaluates 20 military and civilian contractor personnel in their duties to conduct operational test and evaluation of space systems.
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Project Manager at United States Air Force
May 2012 - December 2013The Project Manager implements approved test processes and is responsible for all aspects of test planning, execution, analysis, reporting, and closeout for assigned tests. Responsible for completing all activities required to meet the milestones associated with all phases of testing. Leads a diverse team consisting of 4 - 6 civilian, contractor, and military personnel.
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Executive Officer at Ministry of Interior, Ministerial Advisory Group
June 2013 - November 2013Administrative assistant to the Deputy Commander for the Ministry of Interior, Ministerial Advisory Group (MoI MAG). Duties included coordination of all organizational meetings, reports, and budgets regarding Afghan police restructuring. In charge of convoy security and personal security for the Deputy Commander during all international meetings and conferences. Coordinated and organized all battlefield surveys within the Afghanistan border to supervise police training and activities. Conducted pistol range safety and instruction for 30 civilian members upon arrival to Camp Eggers with a 100 percent pass rate. Facilitated the scheduling of four local and US interpreters in support of the MoI MAG mission.
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Nuclear Missile Combat Crew Assistant Director of Operations at United States Air Force
February 2012 - April 2012The Assistant Director of Operations plans, organizes, and directs all aspects of squadron operations in support of the Air Force Global Strike Command's deterrence mission. Directs the safe operation of 5 Missile Alert Facilities and 50 remotely located Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles worth $1.1 Billion dollars. Ensures squadron missile crews maintain the highest levels of emergency war order and weapon system proficiency. Serves as acting Director of Operations leading 75 unit personnel.
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Nuclear Missile Combat Crew Flight Commander at United States Air Force
March 2011 - February 2012The flight commander oversees 26 missile combat crew officers, Facility Managers, and chefs to ensure unit readiness. When ordered, initiates retargeting actions and prompt global strike operations utilizing up to 50 nuclear missiles. Accountable for the upkeep of five Missile Alert Facilities and maintains quality of life of 50 operations, security, and support personnel.
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Nuclear Missile Combat Crew Assistant Flight Commander at United States Air Force
December 2010 - March 2011The assistant flight commander is second in command of the flight and oversees 26 missile combat crew officers, Facility Managers, and chefs to ensure unit readiness. When ordered, initiates retargeting actions and prompt global strike operations utilizing up to 50 nuclear missiles. Accountable for the upkeep of five Missile Alert Facilities and maintains quality of life of 50 operations, security, and support personnel.
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Nuclear Missile Combat Crew Commander at United States Air Force
May 2010 - November 2010The Nuclear Missile Combat Crew Commander is in command of an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile flight which consists of 20 operations, security, and support personnel. Oversees $1.1 Billion dollars in nuclear command and control weapon system assets. Accountable for retargeting actions and offensive space force application, utilizing up to 50 nuclear missiles.
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Nuclear Missile Combat Crew Deputy Commander at United States Air Force
May 2008 - April 2010The Nuclear Missile Combat Crew Deputy Commander is second in command of an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile flight which consists of 20 operations, security, and support personnel. Oversees $1.1 Billion dollars in nuclear command and control weapon system assets. Accountable for retargeting actions and offensive space force application, utilizing up to 50 nuclear missiles.
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Information Technology Specialist at The Citadel
March 2004 - May 2005I was responsible for answering trouble tickets submitted by fellow students who were having computer issues that ranged from virus removal to document recovery.
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Waiter at Myabi's Restaurant
May 2002 - August 2002As a waiter my responsibilities included table service to 10 to 15 customers per table in a hibachi style restaurant. This included food and beverage orders while ensuring safety of consumers with food allergies, prevention of intoxication, and ensuring proper consumption or presence of raw food.
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Gas Station Attendant at ExxonMobil
June 1999 - July 2001Responsibilities of a Gas Station Attendant included refueling of all vehicles at the gas pumps with fuels ranging from unleaded gasoline to diesel. Sales of automotive products and tobacco were also a key duty of the attendant.