Austin Lerch
Albuquerque
Summary
Born in Albuquerque, NM in 1997, I graduated from Menaul High School in 2015. I attended Adams State University and University of New Mexico where I received a number of college credits. I am currently enrolled in American Military University where I plan on completing a degree in Criminal Justice. I joined the Military in 2017 where I continue to serve in a number of various roles and responsibilities. I have found that I am most successful when working with close knit teams and groups of people who are motivated toward a common goal.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Artillery Radar Operator
Army
08.2017 - Current
- Enhanced team efficiency by maintaining and repairing radar equipment for optimal performance.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the unit by evaluating current practices and identifying areas for enhancement in radar operations.
- Assisted higher-ranking officers in developing contingency plans based on potential changes in enemy disposition or environmental factors affecting radar performance.
- Maximized operational readiness through regular maintenance checks and equipment inventory management.
- Ensured accurate artillery fire by providing precise target coordinates to firing units.
- Enhanced interoperability between military branches by coordinating with joint forces to integrate artillery support into combined arms operations effectively.
- Collaborated with other military personnel to develop effective strategies for utilizing radar capabilities.
- Supported mission success by analyzing terrain features and recommending optimal positioning for radar systems.
- Took care to maintain COMSEC and INFOSEC in operations and actions to preserve operational integrity.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
Counter-Unmanned Aerial System Specialist
US Army
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Oversaw the successful employment, maintenance, and execution of Counter-UAS detection and weapons systems in response to national security threats
- Led and worked with DOD employees and private contractors
- Operated and maintained generator systems, Radar, and Rocket systems
- Maintained relationships with local authorities and civilian population in order to safely operate equipment in a populated area
Warehouse Worker
Consolidated Electrical Distributors
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University
05.2026
Skills
- Leadership Qualities
- Critical thinking abilities
- Resilience
- Communication
- Adaptation under pressure
Accomplishments
- Received commendation from 1st Infantry Division Commander
- Received commendation from USARAF Commander and Assistant Secretary of Defense
- Assisted in starting the first fully functional C-UAS program in response to Russo-Ukraine Conflict
- Successfully deployed personnel and sensitive equipment to various countries around the globe
- Completed over 40 college credits
- Completed Army Airborne and Air Assault Course
- Graduated Army Basic and Advanced Leaders course with honors
Certification
- Combat Life-Saver (First Aid)
- Airborne
- Air Assault
- Master Fitness Trainer
- Equal Opportunity Leader
- Field Health and Sanitation Leader
- Public Works and Construction Maintainer
- Radar Operator
Timeline
Counter-Unmanned Aerial System Specialist
US Army
05.2022 - 04.2023
Field Artillery Radar Operator
Army
08.2017 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Consolidated Electrical Distributors
10.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University
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