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ASHLEY ALLYN

Houston,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented planner with 11 years of NASA experience. Career highlights include managing pre-flight training for astronauts, as well as coordinating flight controller training, tracking certifications and providing console support for over 70+ people.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Increment Training Integrator (ITI)

GHG Corporation
01.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for the planning, coordination, scheduling of assigned International Space Station (ISS) astronauts
  • Negotiates with International Partners (IPs) regarding crew requirements, training processes, training templates, and conflict resolution
  • Coordinates and integrates astronaut training and other mission support activities among various National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) civil servants, contractors, customers, and International Partners (IPs), including Russia, Japan, Europe and Canada
  • Effectively negotiate and integrate across all NASA, IP and commercial crew training communities
  • Negotiation and Integration of the ISS Crew training templates and activities
  • Develop and implement detailed U.S
  • Crew training plan and daily activity schedules
  • Identify and resolve crew training issues
  • Coordinates the implementation of training requirements changes, procedural improvements and recommendations
  • Create long range planning in preparation of mission support and mitigate risk of astronaut fatigue prior to launch
  • Maintain electronic lesson plans, references, and training aid materials for astronaut crew members

Fox Training Management System Integrator

GHG Corporation
11.2020 - 01.2023
  • Typical activities include production process planning and scheduling for flight controllers and instructors, configuration management, logistics support and other operations support functions
  • Manages and maintains Fox TMS user accounts, certifications and training programs for approximately eighty employees in my assigned organization
  • Responsible for independently integrating and directly communicating with the customer, asking clarifying questions when required to fully understand requirements, and overcoming challenges as they occur by either implementing effective solutions
  • Plans and schedules trainees, sim instructors, lesson instructors, flight controllers and facilities for training events and proficiency lessons
  • Helps troubleshoot, analyze, and document tool issues for resolution by the Fox tool developers, Britannica Knowledge Systems (BKS)
  • Leads and supports special projects per a defined project schedule to enhance the functionality and understanding of the Fox Training Management System (TMS) processes
  • Effectively coordinates with multiple customers in my organization as well as across the Flight Operations Directorate (FOD) on a daily basis
  • Maintains a Fox Wiki site, where all operation concepts are added and updated
  • Trains flight controllers, interns and management on how to utilize Fox TMS
  • Test periodic release packages for new software updates, as well as learn and understand new features.

Increment Training Integrator (ITI)

GHG Corporation
01.2017 - 11.2020

· Responsible for the planning, coordination, scheduling of assigned International Space Station (ISS) astronauts.

· Negotiates with International Partners (IPs) regarding crew requirements, training processes, training templates, and conflict resolution.

· Coordinates and integrates astronaut training and other mission support activities among various National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) civil servants, contractors, customers, and International Partners (IPs), including Russia, Japan, Europe and Canada.

· Effectively negotiate and integrate across all NASA, IP and commercial crew training communities.

· Negotiation and Integration of the ISS Crew training templates and activities.

· Develop and implement detailed U.S. crew training plan and daily activity schedules.

· Identify and resolve crew training issues.

· Coordinates the implementation of training requirements changes, procedural improvements and recommendations.

· Create long range planning in preparation of mission support and mitigate risk of astronaut fatigue prior to launch.

· Maintain electronic lesson plans, references, and training aid materials for astronaut crew members.

Fox Training Management System Integrator

GHG Corporation
07.2014 - 11.2020
  • Typical activities include production process planning and scheduling for flight controllers and instructors, configuration management, logistics support and other operations support functions
  • Manages and maintains Fox TMS user accounts, certifications and training programs for approximately eighty employees in my assigned organization
  • Responsible for independently integrating and directly communicating with the customer, asking clarifying questions when required to fully understand requirements, and overcoming challenges as they occur by either implementing effective solutions
  • Plans and schedules trainees, sim instructors, lesson instructors, flight controllers and facilities for training events and proficiency lessons
  • Helps troubleshoot, analyze, and document tool issues for resolution by the Fox tool developers, Britannica Knowledge Systems (BKS)
  • Leads and supports special projects per a defined project schedule to enhance the functionality and understanding of the Fox Training Management System (TMS) processes
  • Effectively coordinates with multiple customers as well as across the Flight Operations Directorate (FOD) on a daily basis
  • Maintains a Fox Wiki site, where all operation concepts are added and updated
  • Trains flight controllers, interns and management on how to utilize Fox TMS
  • Test periodic release packages for new software updates, as well as learn and understand new features.

Certified Fox Instructor for Instructor Training

GHG Corporation
07.2015 - 12.2015
  • Taught new Flight Operations Directorate (FOD) instructors “Fox Basics for Instructors”
  • Taught instructors how to perform Fox navigation steps using the Student and Instructor Portal
  • Helped instructors understand the basic structure of Fox via a process map
  • Explained Fox tasks that are required for instructors while navigating through the system.

Battle Red Stampede Event - Game Day Staff

Houston Texans
06.2012 - 09.2014
  • Games for fans include horseshoes, Plinko, bean bag toss, inflatable balloons and contests
  • Events for fans include, but are not limited to, Texans Draft Party, Training Camp, Birthday Parties, Autograph Sessions, Sports 610 Live and Field Days with Corporate Sponsors and Season Ticket Holders
  • Maintained and executes interactive games
  • Helped assemble and pack up the events
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of Texans game day and events
  • Worked with the fans, encourages participation and runs the events
  • Interacts with public and distributes inventory and promotional items
  • Acted as an event floater and assists on special projects
  • Enhanced the fan experience at Texans game days and other year-round Texans events
  • Assisted in the development and execution of programs that promote the Houston Texans team and their corporate partners
  • (Battle Red Ladies, Kid's Toro Club and Toros Bravos)
  • Ensured game day setups and entertainment preparations such as Texans signage, sponsors signage, banners, promotional items, game day entertainment (Mascot, Cheerleaders, Color Guards, National Anthem and halftime performers), Texans Fan Zone, and Budweiser Plaza are executed professionally.

Appearance Administrator and Astronaut Biography Editor

United Space Alliance
01.2014 - 07.2014
  • Successfully facilitated requests and coordinated details with the general public
  • Prepared administrative and legal documentation to permit an astronaut permission to travel on appearances
  • Provided cost and schedule information to each sponsor that was paying for the appearance
  • Arranged astronaut's detailed itineraries, travel, and accommodations
  • Delivers a complete travel packet to the astronaut in support of appearance requests accurately and on-time
  • Utilized NASA travel systems (FedTraveler and CGE) and interacted with CI Travel
  • Worked independently and under pressure of short to immediate deadlines
  • Worked effectively with other team members, outside organizations, high-ranking officials, and all levels of customer and company management
  • Prepared expense reports at the conclusion of each astronaut appearance
  • Edited and maintained current and former astronaut biographies (via nasa.gov) as updates were requested as well as after each International Space Station (ISS) launch and landing

External Communication Administrator, Astronaut Office Intern

United Space Alliance
09.2012 - 01.2014
  • Received all in person and virtual astronaut appearance requests, which includes clock-in, login, scanning and receipt acknowledgement
  • Interacted with potential contacts, requestors and sponsors around the world via the Astronaut Appearances Office main phone line and email mailbox
  • Assisted requestors by providing guidelines to create an official request letter
  • Communicated regularly with sponsors to provide updates on the status of their request
  • Assisted the astronauts Publicists by writing press releases for upcoming astronaut appearances
  • Helped the Flight Crew Engineering and Operations Manager with special projects
  • Organized and filed expense reports for the Internal Administration Administrators
  • Edited and continually updated the External Communication Administrator's Desk Instructions
  • Sent astronaut appearance requests electronically to the CB Public Affairs Office representative for priority determination
  • Composed and sent declination letters to sponsors.

Sales and Relief Manager

Electrik Island Tanning Spa
04.2010 - 09.2012
  • Worked with customers on a daily basis to meet their needs
  • Acted as the salesperson to sell in the store and over the phone
  • Worked with the software Helios to access accounts, billing information and transactions
  • Assisted in the marketing efforts which includes updating the website and social networks on special pricing and new products.

Assistant Manager and Fitness Instructor

Bushi Ban Martial Arts And Fitness
04.2007 - 12.2009
  • Provided tours and recruited new students
  • Served as the greeter for arriving students and instructed
  • Served as the teacher, and organized tournaments for different events
  • Scheduled instructors for a wide range of classes for Bushi Ban locations
  • Handled customer relations which included answering their questions and resolving other issues
  • Managed instructors and employees
  • Planned the entire Summer Camps; scheduled field trips staying within the budget; printed calendar for students

Education

Master of Science - Learning, Technology and Design

Houston Christian University (Formerly HBU)
Houston, TX
08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Corporate Communications

University of Houston
Houston, TX
12.2013

High School Diploma -

First Baptist Christian Academy
Pasadena, TX
05.2009

Skills

  • Is creative, innovative and has a self-motivated attitude
  • Serves as leader and problem solver always exhibiting high energy level to provide outstanding customer service
  • Has great computer skills and knowledge using Microsoft Office and various computer programs
  • Has exceptional communication skills both verbally and written
  • Exercises discretion and independent judgment after evaluating possible courses of action before making decisions
  • Enjoys teamwork to provide customer service; works under pressure while managing staff members and enjoys a good challenge when given a project that involves a new marketing strategy
  • Exercises discretion and independent judgment after evaluating possible courses of action before making decisions
  • Enjoys teamwork to provide customer service; works under pressure while managing staff members and enjoys a good challenge when given a project that involves a new marketing strategy
  • Exercises discretion and independent judgment after evaluating possible courses of action before making decisions
  • Enjoys teamwork to provide customer service; works under pressure while managing staff members and enjoys a good challenge when given a project that involves a new marketing strategy

Additional Information

  • Best Blogger, San Jacinto Times, 2009
  • Dean's List, San Jacinto Community College, 2010-2011
  • Spirit of the Bull Award, Houston Texans, 2013
  • Certificate of Appreciation, United Space Alliance IMOC Intern Program, 2013
  • On The Spot Award, Fox Systems Integrator, SGT, 2015
  • Golden Wrench, Fox Systems Integrator, 2015
  • On The Spot Award, Fox Systems Integrator, GHG, 2016
  • Tom Smith Award, Increment Training Integrator, GHG, 2018
  • IMOC II Group Achievement Award, Fox Integrator, Program Manager, 2022
  • JSC Group Achievement Award: UAE Mission Integration Team, 2022
  • JSC Group Achievement Award: Increment 64 Training Team - ITI, 2022
  • IMOC II Excellence Award, GHG, 2022

Timeline

Increment Training Integrator (ITI)

GHG Corporation
01.2023 - Current

Fox Training Management System Integrator

GHG Corporation
11.2020 - 01.2023

Increment Training Integrator (ITI)

GHG Corporation
01.2017 - 11.2020

Certified Fox Instructor for Instructor Training

GHG Corporation
07.2015 - 12.2015

Fox Training Management System Integrator

GHG Corporation
07.2014 - 11.2020

Appearance Administrator and Astronaut Biography Editor

United Space Alliance
01.2014 - 07.2014

External Communication Administrator, Astronaut Office Intern

United Space Alliance
09.2012 - 01.2014

Battle Red Stampede Event - Game Day Staff

Houston Texans
06.2012 - 09.2014

Sales and Relief Manager

Electrik Island Tanning Spa
04.2010 - 09.2012

Assistant Manager and Fitness Instructor

Bushi Ban Martial Arts And Fitness
04.2007 - 12.2009

Master of Science - Learning, Technology and Design

Houston Christian University (Formerly HBU)

Bachelor of Arts - Corporate Communications

University of Houston

High School Diploma -

First Baptist Christian Academy
ASHLEY ALLYN