Kevin Taboada

Background

About Kevin Taboada

Retired MC-130H Loadmaster with SOF and previous Air Transportation experience. Military professional with over 21 years of honorable service, 11 years as an enlisted aviator (1A271) and 10 years in the Air Transportation career field (2T271). Excellent communicator, organized multitasker with strong typing skills and an active Secret security clearance through 21 September 2021. TS/SCI previously and eligible. Experienced in aircrew training systems and databases and Eglin range operations and scheduling. Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite, Sharepoint, SFMIS, ACES, WinPEX, ePEX, CSE, MICT, TBA, Flying Hour Programs, Electronic Flight Bag (EFB), aviation terminology and Air Force policies and procedures. In depth knowledge of AF and SOF organizational structures, command relationships and responsibilities. Familiar with SOF aircrew procedures, aircraft systems, tactics techniques and procedures (TTPs), standardization and evaluation, life support equipment, mobility requirements, exercise management, and publications management. Also experienced with aircraft safety, aircraft operations, hazardous material storage and prior Hazardous Material Certifier. Strong background in logistics and transportation with AMC affiliation load plan qualification. Subject matter expert in aerial delivery operations, airdrop load Rigger qualified and Joint Airdrop Inspection certified. Government Purchase Card Approval, and flight budgeting experience. Proven ability to adapt to and lead teams through changing environments.