Richard Mantick

Supported mission command and C2 capability development, authored JCIDS and CPI2 documentation, and created the Operations & Integration Branch and SOPs to streamline ACM processes. Identified COTS solutions and automated workflows to improve branch productivity.

Developed M&S requirements and behavioral models, integrated BLUFOR/OPFOR TTPs into simulations, and served as SME for constructive M&S supporting wargaming, experimentation, and training. Advised TRADOC G-2 on capability gaps and implementation strategies.

Collected and organized tactical data, trained Operations Group analysts and OC/Ts on Army Mission Command systems, and maintained COP displays to support warfighter exercises. Produced intelligence briefings and digital products to inform senior staff.

Provided DCGS-A integration and technical support during CTC rotations, trained intelligence analysts on TED and MDMP processes, and developed training materials and architecture recommendations. Coordinated with field software engineers on system updates and interoperability.

Integrated DCGS-A into MCTP/BCTP operations, coached analysts on intelligence processes, and identified capability gaps with recommendations to improve training architecture and AAR integration. Developed training materials and managed intelligence capability requirements.

Produced open-source and all-source intelligence products, analyzed over 1,400 rocket attacks, and briefed senior staff to inform operational decisions. Maintained intelligence databases and conducted trend analysis on enemy TTPs.

Collected and analyzed criminal intelligence to identify patterns and movements of organized crime and narcotics networks, producing case reports and intelligence diagrams for investigations and interagency sharing. Coordinated interstate information dissemination.

Developed daily intelligence products and threat assessments, coordinated a joint intelligence training program with Kuwaiti Military Intelligence, and served as liaison on command-level threat issues. Presented briefings to commanders to support operations.

Served as S2 NCOIC preparing all-source intelligence and IPB for battalion operations, maintained intelligence software tools, and delivered briefings for training and deployments. Supervised intelligence section activities and ensured equipment accountability.

Served as Vehicle Commander and Team Leader supporting OPFOR training, assisted in training over 10,000 soldiers preparing to deploy, and managed vehicle maintenance processes as Company Motor Sergeant. Ensured readiness and documentation of vehicle fleets.

Led squads as Team/Squad Leader and Motor Sergeant, supervised vehicle maintenance and accountability for equipment valued over $6,000,000, and trained soldiers on maintenance and common tasks. Maintained high standards for equipment readiness and accountability.

Candidate for a Graduate Certificate in Space Systems and Operations at Kansas State University, expected 2027.

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Colorado Technical University, completed 2018–2022.

Completed an Associate of Arts degree at the University of Phoenix, awarded June 2018.