Luis
Rigual

Summary

I manage complex intelligence operations and lead cross-functional teams in high-stakes, 24/7 environments. Most recently, I oversaw 417 personnel supporting five combatant commands with $14B in ISR assets, producing 12,000 near-real-time intelligence reports that enabled precision strikes and protected critical infrastructure. I hold an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph and three geolocation certifications, and I'm transitioning from Air Force intelligence work to bring operational leadership, technical problem-solving, and mission-critical coordination to the civilian sector.

Impact

Experience

1. 2024-Present

   Mission Manager, Joint Operations

   United States Air Force, 451st Intelligence Squadron · Augusta, Georgia

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   • Oversaw geolocation operations and coordinated mission execution across multidisciplinary operational teams, maintaining 100% mission coverage with zero lapses in continuity.
   • Provided government oversight of 417 joint-service and civilian personnel delivering 24-hour support, leveraging $14B in ISR assets across five combatant commands to advance national priorities.
   • Maintained continuous global situational awareness, tracking mission-critical events and keeping operators and senior leadership informed in real time.
   • Managed dissemination of 10,000 time-sensitive reports across three combatant commands.

2. 2024-Present

   Intelligence Reporter

   United States Air Force, 451st Intelligence Squadron · Augusta, Georgia

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   • Prioritized intelligence products based on urgency and mission impact, ensuring timely and accurate processing of time-sensitive reporting.
   • Drafted, quality-checked, and released more than 10,000 intelligence reports within a one-hour turnaround while maintaining strict accuracy and classification compliance.
   • Identified and corrected errors — including mistagged data, formatting issues, and classification discrepancies — prior to publication.
   • Coordinated with report writers for clarification, confirmed customer receipt via secure chatrooms, and maintained email distribution lists.

3. 2023-2024

   Geolocation Operator — Team Lead

   United States Air Force, 451st Intelligence Squadron · Augusta, Georgia

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   • Led a team of geolocation operators in day-to-day mission activities, ensuring all personnel met operational and certification requirements.
   • Mentored junior operators on mission procedures, directly improving team proficiency and overall mission effectiveness.
   • Led 30+ technical operators who generated 5 billion data measurements and 73,000 reports of adversary locations supporting four combatant commands.
   • Managed manning and seating requirements to ensure long-term operational success and uninterrupted coverage.

4. 2023-Present

   Operations Manager (Part-Time, Concurrent with USAF)

   Granite Valley Ranches · Washington, Georgia

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   • Managed day-to-day ranch operations, coordinating equipment, personnel, and logistics to meet operational goals.
   • Safely and efficiently conducted land-clearing operations, including during a natural disaster, demonstrating composure and adaptability under pressure.
   • Operated skid-steer equipment using both joystick and foot controls to complete clearing and grading tasks.
   • Accurately felled and bucked more than 250 trees near obstacles in both rural and suburban environments.

5. 2021-2021

   Campus Maintenance Worker

   United States Air Force · Fort Gordon, Georgia

   • Maintained campus grounds, including mowing, leaf removal, weed control, and landscaping.
   • Trained new workers on routines, equipment, and safety practices, and coordinated tasks within a five-person maintenance team.
   • Escorted non-Air Force personnel to ensure accountability and access control.
   • Performed daily janitorial duties to maintain clean and safe facilities.

6. 2019-2020

   Lifeguard

   Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites · Orlando, Florida

   • Performed multiple successful rescues on the pool deck and throughout the water-park facility while maintaining vigilant patron surveillance.
   • Maintained Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification with no lapse.
   • Provided customer service for hotel-related guest inquiries and maintained restroom facilities and the pool deck to health and safety standards.

7. 2018-2018

   Lifeguard

   Bob Makinson Aquatic Center · Kissimmee, Florida

   • Performed multiple successful rescues, including deep-water saves in the diving-board area.
   • Maintained Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification with no lapse.
   • Maintained restroom facilities and the pool deck to health and safety standards.

8. 2017-2017

   Aquatic Camp Counselor

   Camp Lanoche · Paisley, Florida

   • Led instructional classes of up to 20 participants in aquatic activities across both lake and pool settings.
   • Maintained American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification with no lapse.
   • Safely managed classes involving motorized aquatic vehicles and provided critical support recovering capsized canoes and sailboats during severe weather conditions.
   • Set up and maintained sailboats and motorized boats, and taught participants knot-tying skills.

Skills

Education and certifications

Service record

Branch

U.S. Air Force

Rank

E-4

Years served

2020 – 2026

Specialty / MOS

1n2c

Security clearance

Top Secret/SCI