Joseph Alcorn

About Joseph Alcorn

As a meticulous manager with a track record of success in operations, safety, and process improvement, I bring a unique blend of military and civilian experience to every challenge. Throughout my career, I have sought out and excelled in demanding assignments, consistently producing superior results while leading and developing high-performing teams.With a passion for strong leadership and a commitment to achieving organizational objectives, I excel in coaching and mentoring team members to achieve their full potential. My ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions has been honed through years of experience in a variety of roles, and I am always eager to take on new challenges.Whether working in the military or civilian workforce, I am dedicated to ensuring the success of every project I undertake.

Experience

1. Mission Commander Chief of Modernizations

   Air National Guard

   Jan 2015 — Present

   As a Mission Commander and Air Battle Manager, I lead the execution of critical command and control (C2) operations that ensure the integrity of national airspace and the success of joint and coalition missions. I oversee multi-domain operations at the tactical and operational levels, integrating sensors, shooters, and decision-makers across complex environments in real time.My role involves managing regional and sector-level operations control centers, directing mission crews, and synchronizing air defense operations across U.S. and allied forces. I ensure seamless execution of airspace management, aircraft control, sensor integration, and data link operations in support of time-sensitive missions and long-range strategic objectives.Core competencies: • Senior-level leadership in air defense and battle management operations • Operational oversight of regional and sector C2 control centers • Directing multi-national and joint-force integration across tactical networks • Sensor system management and real-time threat response coordination • Mission crew leadership, training, and operational execution • Strategic planning, programming, and resource allocation for C2 capabilitiesNotable achievements: • Directed large-scale air defense operations with real-world impact, ensuring rapid, coordinated responses to emerging threats. • Led integration of U.S. and coalition forces through advanced tactical data link and sensor fusion systems, strengthening interoperability and mission effectiveness. • Championed operational improvements that enhanced readiness, reduced decision latency, and increased cross-domain coordination in high-tempo scenarios.With over 20 years of experience in battle management and air defense operations, I bring a combination of tactical precision, strategic foresight, and leadership excellence. I’m passionate about advancing C2 capabilities, mentoring the next generation of leaders, and driving innovation in joint operations.

Education

• University of Maryland Global Campus

  bachelors of science, Finance/Economics

  2011 — 2013

• Tidewater Community College

  Associate of Science, Business Administration

  2009 — 2011

Skills

• Operational Planning
• Manufacturing
• Project Management
• Security Clearance
• Curriculum Assessment
• Force Protection
• Training
• Total Productive Maintenance (Tpm)
• Semiconductors
• Instructor-Led Training
• Leadership
• Organizational Leadership
• Fault Analysis
• Military Training
• Military Experience
• Program Management
• Fault Isolation
• Military Operations
• Instructional Design
• Supervisory Experience
• Technical Training
• Military
• Leadership Development
• Navy
• Dod
• National Security
• Microsoft Office
• Economics
• Technical Writing
• Troubleshooting
• Instructor Certified
• Team Management
• Supervisory Skills
• Master Training Specialist
• Counterterrorism
• Defense
• Team Building
• Management
• Fault Finding
• Operations Management