Marcus Strait

About Marcus Strait

DISCLAIMER: The views presented on this account are those of the account owner and do not necessarily represent the views of Department of War or its components. Special Operations Forces (SOF) veteran and dedicated Professional Military Education (PME) Instructor shaping the next generation of SNCOs through dynamic instruction, mentorship, and professional development in a rigorous academic environment.Experienced Flight Chief with a demonstrated history of working in combat operations in the Defense & Space industry. Skilled in Unmanned Aircraft, Sensors, Weapons, Jet Fuel, and Personnel Management. Strong military and aviation professional with a Certified Petroleum Specialist Level 3 focused in Fuel Handling from National Petroleum Management Association (NPMA).

Experience

1. Professional Military Education (Pme) Instructor Supervisor Stan Eval Leadership Development

   United States Air Force

   Feb 2026 — Present · Knoxville, TN, US

   Lead faculty development, instructional standardization, and evaluation programs within a nationally accredited Enlisted Professional Military Education center supporting Air Force leadership development.Key Responsibilities:* Supervise and mentor instructors to ensure high quality facilitation, classroom management, and curriculum delivery* Manage and execute a 365 day no notice evaluation program to maintain instructional standards and consistency* Provide structured, rubric aligned feedback to strengthen instructor performance and professional growth* Analyze evaluation trends and develop targeted training sessions to improve instructional effectiveness* Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, institutional policies, and faculty qualification requirements* Oversee instructor certification, progression, and Master Instructor eligibility tracking* Lead internal faculty development sessions focused on leadership, communication, and adult learning principles* Promote a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement across the cadre

Education

• Security Management Course

  Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance

  2016 — 2016

• Pellissippi State Community College

  Videography

  2010 — 2011

• AFSOC FARP School

  035 Special Experience Identifier, Special Operations Petroleum

  2016 — 2016

• Community College of the Air Force

  Associate's degree, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

  2017 — 2018

• Joint Special Operations University

  CEP 1, Special, Irregular and Counterterrorist Operations

• Airman Leadership School

  Military and Strategic Leadership

  2015 — 2015

• Community College of the Air Force

  Associate's degree, Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General

• National Petroleum Management Association (NPMA)

  Certified Petroleum Specialist Level 3, Fuel Handling

  2017 — 2017

Skills

• Teaching
• Time Management
• Public Speaking
• Fuel Systems
• Fuel Additives
• Fuel Management
• Fitness Training
• Teamwork
• Pipelines
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Office
• Dod
• Corrosion Inhibitors
• Training
• Logistics
• Military Operations
• Jet Fuel
• Military Experience
• Microsoft Excel
• Petroleum
• Pipeline Management
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Inventory Management
• Coaching
• Management
• Team Building
• Operational Planning
• Microsoft Word
• Team Leadership
• Security Clearance
• U.s. Department of Defense
• Military
• Leadership
• Windows
• Cpr Certified
• Athletics
• Twic Card
• Sports