Jessica Benedicto
About Jessica Benedicto
Jessica Benedicto is a Curriculum Developer at Air Combat Command, currently working at GSD LLC and Applied Research Solutions. She has extensive experience in intelligence and training roles within the U.S. Air Force and various defense contractors.
Curriculum Developer at Air Combat Command
Jessica Benedicto currently serves as a Curriculum Developer at Air Combat Command, a role she has held since 2018. In this position, she oversees training programs for various tradecraft career fields, including Collection Management and open source intelligence. Jessica is responsible for ensuring that courses are maintained or added to the formalized course list in the Education & Training Course Announcements. She coordinates review boards with Combat Air Forces, Major Command, and Wing members to update training line items for formalized courses.
Education and Expertise
Jessica studied at American Military University, where she earned an Associate of Arts degree in General Studies. Her educational background supports her expertise in curriculum development and training program oversight within military contexts. This foundation has contributed to her effectiveness in managing complex training initiatives and developing educational materials tailored to specific career fields.
Professional Background
Jessica has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles related to intelligence and training. Prior to her current position, she worked at GSD LLC as an ISR Collections Management Subject Matter Expert from 2015 to 2019. She also held positions at Information Systems Solutions, Inc., Leidos, and BAE Systems, where she focused on intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance. Her experience includes roles in the United States Air Force, where she served as a Geospatial/Imagery Supervisor and Analyst.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
In her earlier career, Jessica held several significant positions. She worked as a CENTCOM Collection Manager in Kandahar, Afghanistan, and as an ISR Liaison Officer in Kabul. Additionally, she served as a Geospatial/Imagery/FMV Program Manager for the Distributed Common Ground System. Her roles have involved managing intelligence operations and providing subject matter expertise in various aspects of ISR and training.
Achievements in Training and Development
Throughout her career, Jessica has contributed to the development and enhancement of training programs within the military. She has played a key role in overseeing training initiatives for Air Combat Command and ensuring that courses meet the evolving needs of the military. Her efforts in coordinating review boards and updating training materials have been essential in maintaining the quality and relevance of educational offerings in her field.