Mame Ass Diop
USAF Academy,CO
Summary
Motivated by service and trust, I unite defense and community. From directing intelligence teams that safeguarded civilians in Senegal to launching Jang Wolof to sustain culture, my journey centers on connection, gaining trust locally, and demonstrating that true security starts with understanding people.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Squadron First Sergeant
U.S. Air Force
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Led discipline for 125 incoming basic cadets
- Tracked and maintained individual discipline records
- Analyzed incidents and briefed the squadron commander on trends and recommendations
Intelligence Officer
Senegalese Air Force
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Synthesized, evaluated, and delivered intelligence to steer command decisions and safeguard civilians
- Directed and mentored 100+ enlisted personnel in advanced reconnaissance and intelligence-gathering techniques
- Forged trusted networks within local communities to identify risks and bolster security
- Guided leadership on threats, civilian sentiment, and tailored community protection strategies
- Partnered with local officials, including mayors, to uphold stability and reinforce public trust
- Balanced operational secrecy with transparency to maintain cooperation and dispel misinformation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Military & Strategic Studies
United States Air Force Academy
Colorado Springs, CO05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Foreign Area Studies (Africa)
United States Air Force Academy
Colorado Springs, CO05-2026
Skills
- Intelligence and threat assessment
- Community liaison and trust building
- Leadership under pressure
- Strategic analysis and reporting
- Flight and ground instruction
- Cross-cultural communication
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Wolof
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Awards
- Presidential Selection for Air Force Academy Training – Personally chosen by President Macky Sall, awarded to top officers under 23 for advanced U.S. Air Force Academy studies.
- Ministry of Culture Impact Recognition – Honored nationally for advancing the Senegalese language and culture via the Jang Wolof program.
- Dean’s List, USAF Academy – Recognized for top performance across academic, military, and physical domains.
- Flight Training Distinction – Recognized for exceptional leadership and dedication in Ground School operations.
- Community Trust Initiative Citation – Acknowledged for building armed forces-community trust and leading effective intelligence initiatives.
Timeline
Squadron First Sergeant
U.S. Air Force
06.2024 - 08.2024
Intelligence Officer
Senegalese Air Force
08.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Military & Strategic Studies
United States Air Force Academy
Bachelor of Science - Foreign Area Studies (Africa)
United States Air Force Academy